Ishevanesu Ermmy Wazara
Harare, Zimbabwe
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in the healthcare industry, excelling in strategic governance and stakeholder engagement. Adept in project coordination and community management, I foster collaboration and drive impactful healthcare initiatives, ensuring compliance and enhancing patient care. Strong communicator committed to achieving results and promoting ethical practices.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Proxy Member, Board of Directors
Citimed Chitungwiza Hospital
Harare, Zimbabwe
03.2025 - Current
- Represented appointing party in hospital board meetings, contributing to governance and strategic decisions
- Supported discussions on healthcare policies, compliance, and patient care initiatives
- Communicated board outcomes and updates to relevant hospital stakeholders
- Collaborated with directors to ensure alignment with hospital regulations and standards
Hospitality Supervisor
The Duke of York
10.2022 - 01.2025
- Delivered food and drink orders promptly with friendly, attentive service
- Supported team members to maintain smooth and efficient operations
- Delegated tasks and monitored team performance to uphold service standards
- Opened and closed the venue, including cashing up and securing premises
- Managed stock levels, placed supplier orders, and reduced wastage
- Handled financial admin, including reconciliations and daily reports
Farmers' Market Food Vendor
Giselle Richardson
London
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Organised and prepared gourmet produce for sale at farmers’ markets across London
- Delivered professional, friendly customer service to drive sales and build repeat business
- Managed stock, set up market stalls, and created appealing stall displays to attract customers
Mental Health Support Worker
Likewise and Camden & Islington NHS Foundation Trust
London
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Worked jointly with Likewise and the NHS to support clients with Complex Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma (CDAT), reducing reliance on Crisis Services
- Attended and contributed to MDT meetings alongside psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, doctors, and social workers to develop effective care plans
- Provided weekly 1:1 support to clients, helping with community navigation, exposure therapy, emotional regulation, and practical needs (e.g. housing, benefits, employment)
- Built strong therapeutic relationships to promote client independence, stability, and wellbeing
Mental Health Support Worker
Likewise
London
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Supported vulnerable adults with their mental health through emotional support, appointment accompaniment, and practical daily assistance
- Organised and coordinated client care, advocating for their needs with health professionals and support services
- Led wellness projects focused on improving client wellbeing, including group activities and preventative support initiatives
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to review client progress and develop improved support strategies
Mental Health Support Worker
Likewise
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Company Overview: Charity focused on mental health
- Supported vulnerable adults with their mental health; took them to appointments, provided emotional support and counsel, helped them with tasks they cannot complete themselves
- Communicate with multiple team members about the needs of clients and how to improve the work for the future
- Organised and coordinated their care, and communicated their needs to various health professionals
- Charity focused on mental health
Sunday School Teacher Volunteer
Junction Church
Johannesburg, South Africa
03.2013 - 07.2017
- Instructed children aged 1-7 years; organized nutritious meals, led Bible study sessions, and ensured visual, mental, and emotional stimulation in a safe environment
Student Council Representative
Voluntary Role
Johannesburg, South Africa
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Elected by peers to represent grade at student council meetings.
- Communicated grade needs and desires to school administration.
- Organized social events for grade to enhance community engagement.
- Facilitated communication between older and younger students to bridge gaps.
AISA Global Issues Service Summit Leader
Voluntary Role
Johannesburg, South Africa
09.2015 - 03.2017
- Elected to oversee creation and delegation of 10 committees for conference planning.
- Facilitated discussions on community service initiatives in Africa with committee members.
- Developed engaging topics to stimulate dialogue regarding community service efforts in Africa.
- Organized musicians for performances during conference and coordinated catering services.
Education
MSc - Business Management (with Entrepreneurship)
Goldsmiths, University of London
United Kingdom09.2024
BSc - Psychology (including Placement Year)
University of Essex
United Kingdom07.2021
Full International Baccalaureate - Higher Level English Language + Literature, Higher Level Geography, Higher Level Biology, Standard Level French, Standard Level Chemistry, Standard Level Maths Studies
The American International School of Johannesburg
South Africa06.2017
Skills
- Project coordination
- Community management
- Community activity planning
- Charity fundraising
- Vulnerable personal intervention
- Event management
- Strong communication skills
- Team development
- Team leadership
- Strategic thinking
- Ethical practice development
- Data analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
Timeline
Proxy Member, Board of Directors
Citimed Chitungwiza Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Hospitality Supervisor
The Duke of York
10.2022 - 01.2025
Mental Health Support Worker
Likewise and Camden & Islington NHS Foundation Trust
03.2022 - 09.2022
Farmers' Market Food Vendor
Giselle Richardson
07.2021 - 04.2023
Mental Health Support Worker
Likewise
07.2021 - 10.2021
Mental Health Support Worker
Likewise
09.2019 - 07.2020
Student Council Representative
Voluntary Role
09.2016 - 06.2017
AISA Global Issues Service Summit Leader
Voluntary Role
09.2015 - 03.2017
Sunday School Teacher Volunteer
Junction Church
03.2013 - 07.2017
MSc - Business Management (with Entrepreneurship)
Goldsmiths, University of London
BSc - Psychology (including Placement Year)
University of Essex
Full International Baccalaureate - Higher Level English Language + Literature, Higher Level Geography, Higher Level Biology, Standard Level French, Standard Level Chemistry, Standard Level Maths Studies
The American International School of Johannesburg
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