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Navigating job readiness in a changing world seminar

Event date:
10 March 2025
Time:
10:00:00 - 12:00:00

Register here for the seminar.

The Department of Communication Science & Directorate: Counselling and Career Development invite you to a seminar:

Navigating job readiness in a changing world

Looking for a job can feel overwhelming, especially in today’s fast-changing world of work. As industries evolve and job requirements shift, staying adaptable and prepared is more important than ever. This seminar offers tips on crafting a CV and cover letter, searching for job opportunities, and confidently preparing for interviews. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your approach, this session will give you a solid foundation to navigate the job market and adapt to the changing world of work.

Our speaker

Amos Kova is the founder of SAPNA (South African Professional Network Association), a platform for networking and empowering professionals and entrepreneurs. Amos is also the CEO of AMAVA Talent, a 100% black-owned company specialising in talent acquisition, executive search, training, and consulting. AMAVA helps organisations attract, develop, and retain the right talent. With experience as Graduate Recruitment Manager at Nedbank, Education Manager at CIMA, Project Manager at SAICA, and in the hospitality industry, Amos brings extensive expertise in recruitment and talent sourcing.

Programme

10:00

Opening and Welcome
Prof Rofhiwa F Mukhudwana
Chair of Department of Communication Science

10:10

Introducing our speaker
Mrs Mandu Makhanya
Directorate: Counselling and Career Development

10:15

Navigating job readiness in a changing world
Mr Amos Kova

11:15

Q & A session
Ms Leza Deyzel
Directorate: Counselling and Career Development

11:40

About counselling and career development services
Mrs Mandu Makhanya & Ms Leza Deyzel
Directorate: Counselling and Career Development

11:50

Thank you
Mr Ndivhuwo Doctor Sundani
Department of Communication Science

Enquiries

Ndivhuwo Doctor Sundani (sundand@unisa.ac.za) & Leza Deyzel (deyzel@unisa.ac.za