SRC Secretary General- Nondumiso Msezane
The Secretary General of the SRC plays a pivotal administrative role, which enables the efficient operation of the SRC institution. Simultaneously liaising Rhodes University SRC with relevant external activities. My objectives for the year –which will guide and foster the vision of the SRC, are:
Being an exemplary councilor, with the understanding that my portfolio sets a tone for the functioning of council.
Creating an environment that promotes the optimum breeding ground for leadership
Fostering a culture of accountability and exceptional work ethic. This will be achieved through an operational model that is designed to instill discipline in the institution of the SRC.
Implementing policies that will birth efficient SRC councilors.
Fulfilling all my external activities of the SRC which include
-Contact with other Educational Institutions
-maintaining contact with SAUS
-collating information on current affairs.
Guiding councillors in taking ownership of their portfolios through fulfilling their proposed projects.
The coordination of portfolio reports and portfolio assessment.
- I have compiled an operational model which aids in the efficient operating of the SRC and also creates a culture of accountability.
- The office of the Secretary General has appointed new members of the SDC and the SDB.
SDC
Stuart Bently , Sol Msweni and Mikaella Boudeux
SDB
Sibusiso Ngwila, Rob Smith and Manqoba Gasa
The SDC has represented a total of 6 students facing disciplinary hears all which were successful.
- Aided in the planning of the o-week program and contributed to the SRC presentation on leadership
- I assisted oppidan students who has no accommodation on their arrival in grahamstown (under my capacity as the oppidan councillor at the time
- I Attended a DHET policy review workshop in Cape Town.
- I have a hands on role in the day to day functioning of the SRC, including external communication that I convey to council ensuring that all duties are complete.
- I convene weekly council meetings and fortnightly executive meetings
- I work on a one on one basis with councillors assisting In the coordinating of projects in accordance to the council calendar.