Tichakunda Mafundikwa 917.318.

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Skills
Languages
English
French
Working knowledge of Shona
Presentation
Public Speaking
Writing

Computer
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Publisher
Microsoft Powerpoint
Adobe InDesign
Wordpress: https://thescorpionkick.wordpress.com/

Education
SUNY New Paltz University
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
G.P.A.: 3.15

New Paltz, New York

Expected May 2015

St Johns University

Queens, New York

August 2011- May 2012

Work Experience

United University Professions New Paltz Chapter

New Paltz, New York
Chapter Intern
January-May2015
Put together the chapters publication The Bullhorn using Microsoft Publisher and also contributed articles.
Worked in close collaboration with the chapter president.
Updated the chapters site using Wordpress.
Took photos at Executive Committee meetings.

SAfAIDS
Communications and Knowledge Management Unit and Technical Services Unit
Updated the organizations Facebook and Twitter with interactive contact daily.
Transcribed audio files for a series on good clinic practices.
Took photos for the organization at the Zimbabwe International Book Fair.

Harare, Zimbabwe
June- August2014

Alliance Francaise
Harare, Zimbabwe
Communications Liaison
July-August 2013
Corresponded with the Alliances partners, students and prospective students.
Organized a French film night each Monday.
Sent out a weekly newsletter online.
Represented the students in meetings with the director to improve the services of the Alliance Francaise.

Definitely Zimbabwean (DefZee)

Harare, Zimbabwe
Contributor
Feb2011- July 2011
Assisted in launching a new youth site by brainstorming the name, content and goal.
Established partnerships with institutions from the educational department to advertise on our site.

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Helped organize monthly debates on various topics at the USEAC.( United States Educational Advising Center)

Nyerai Films
Harare, Zimbabwe
Assistant to Sound Editor
Jan- Mar 2010
Utilized technology in an effective way to mitigate difficulties with sound production.
Assisted director in capturing sound in order to produce an independent film.
Worked with a team of 20 individuals including managers of varying levels to meet production goals.

Leadership Experience

St Johns Intramural Soccer Tournament

Queens, New York
Captain
March 2012-April2012
Founded a soccer team Les Zaboka.
Managed and coordinated a squad of 15players.
Attended captains meetings and solved disputes in a civil manner with the officials and the Head of the department.

Volunteer Activities

Gowanus Conservancy
Volunteer
Helped the site organizers clear up the area surrounding the canal of waste.
Worked in unison with a group of over 20 volunteers from St Johns University.

Brooklyn, New York

March 2012