Cecilia Nyati

About

I am a versatile professional with experience in education, project administration, real estate systems administration, and social media management. With an MBA and a strong background in both academic and corporate environments, I have developed expertise in administration, operations, communication, and stakeholder support. Currently serving as a university instructor, I am passionate about education and helping students succeed. My diverse professional experience has equipped me with strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills, enabling me to contribute effectively across multiple industries while maintaining a commitment to excellence and continuous growth.

Experience

• Adjunct Instructor
  University of the People · California, Pasadena
  Jun 2023 – Present

  • Deliver structured online instruction and manage course-related administrative processes • Maintain accurate grading records and ensure timely submission tracking • Communicate consistently with students to resolve queries and provide updates • Monitor student activity and flag irregularities or concerns where necessary • Work independently while meeting strict academic deadlines and standards

• Real Estate Systems Administrator
  Real Estate Services
  Sep 2024 – Sep 2025

  • Processed and verified tenant-related financial records, ensuring all information was accurate and up to date • Tracked invoices and supported reconciliation processes, maintaining alignment with City of Johannesburg requirements • Reviewed payment-related information and followed up on missing or inconsistent details • Acted as liaison between tenants and landlords to resolve account and payment-related queries • Conducted outbound calls to follow up on accounts and maintain occupancy processes • Maintained organised records of transactions, lease documentation, and client information • Escalated unresolved issues to relevant stakeholders and ensured proper follow-through

• Project Administrator
  Umnini Consulting · Midrand, South Africa
  Mar 2022 – Aug 2024

  • Maintained project financial and administrative records, ensuring accuracy and completeness • Assisted with tracking project-related documentation and supporting compliance requirements • Coordinated communication between internal teams and external stakeholders • Verified data and identified discrepancies requiring correction or escalation • Supported reporting processes and ensured documentation was audit-ready

Education

• MBA
  University of the People
  Business · 2025–2026
• Bachelor's Degree
  University of the People
  Business · 2018–2022

Skills

• Data Analysis
• Google Docs
• Customer Support
• Sales
• Power BI
• Data entry
• Invoice Processing
• Operations Management
• Excel
• Administration
• Administration and record management

Courses & certifications

• Meta Social Media Marketing ↗ · Coursera · 2022