Ms Lynn Van Der Merwe

POSITION
Administrative Officer: WIL and IL

QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Skills Development Facilitator,
Certified Office Manager,
Certified Employability trainer,
Certified Managment Assistant
Certified TEFL Trainer,
Certified OHS Officer,
Certified Fire Marshal

SHORT CV
Lynn van der Merwe is an experienced professional with a strong background in administrative support, scheduling, communication, customer service, and document management. Proficient in Microsoft Office, she excels at managing time effectively and handling multiple responsibilities with accuracy and professionalism.
Her work includes identifying and addressing skills gaps within the organisation through training needs analysis and skills audits, ensuring development initiatives align with business goals. Lynn is skilled in compiling and submitting Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs) and Annual Training Reports (ATRs), while ensuring full compliance with Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) regulations and B-BBEE requirements.
She coordinates accredited training programmes, learnerships, and manages engagement with various internal and external stakeholders to support continuous learning and professional development.
In her office management capacity, Lynn oversees daily operations, supervises administrative staff, manages budgets and procurement processes, and maintains a well-functioning and safe working environment. She ensures policy implementation, resolves operational challenges, and supports project coordination across departments. Her responsibilities also include ensuring health and safety compliance in line with organisational standards.
Lynn brings a proactive, detail-oriented approach to every task, contributing to smooth, efficient office operations and sustainable skills development across the organisation.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
  • Office administration and supervision
  • Scheduling and document handling
  • Customer service excellence
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and time management
  • Skills development planning
  • SETA and B-BBEE compliance
  • Training coordination and stakeholder engagement
  • Overseeing daily operations, budgeting, and procurement
  • Ensuring health and safety compliance

  • Ms Van Der Merwe Lynn
  • Tel: +27 (0)51 507 3350
  • lvdmerwe@cut.ac.za