Green Chimneys Nature-Based Program for Emotionally Traumatized Children
SEAN DARRELL ZEEDERBERG CV
1. Sean Zeederberg
+27 82 269 2376
seanzeeds@gmail.com
CURRICULUM VITAE
SEAN DARRELL ZEEDERBERG
1. PERSONAL SUMMARY
I am passionate about the outdoors, nature, wildlife, the environment,
photography, health and fitness.
My ambition is to become gainfully employed in a large resource hungry
organization, in which I can apply my skills and ability in seeking a balance
between its financial success and the cost to nature wildlife and the
environment. Sport and fitness has played a huge role in my life and I wish to
pursue this further. Assisting people reach their full health potential through
sport and exercise is a passion I long to fulfil.
In brief:
Strong inter-personal skills with an ability to adapt positively to new
and challenging environments. Thanks, in part, to growing up in the
challenging farming environment of Zimbabwe, travelling overseas with
my family and world class exposure through Young Presidents
Organisation (YPO),
Look to embrace the situation in a manner that will bring about a
beneficial result.
Strong ability to communicate openly and effectively: a skill developed
through interactions with managers and staff in a family farming
business.
Inherent ability as a natural and confident leader, refined as a school
prefect, head of house, vice-captain of Peterhouse 1st XV rugby as well as
exposure in YPO.
Healthy, vibrant and outgoing team player who recognizes that hard
work, dedication and focus, are required to achieve ones goals.
Passionate about health and fitness
Longing desire to work in conservation and with wildlife and advancing
photographic skills
2. Sean Zeederberg
+27 82 269 2376
seanzeeds@gmail.com
2. EDUCATION
Tertiary Education
2015-2016: Post Graduate Diploma in Management specializing in
Marketing, through UCT- part time blended format course.
2014: Graduated with Bachelor of Science Environmental and
Geographical Science, Psychology, University of Cape Town
Second year level in Oceanography and Archaeology
The driving force behind the selection of the combination was firstly the
passion for the outdoors, wildlife and wanting to do my part in mitigation
of climate change and global warming. As well as contribute to the
conservation of the natural environment. Environmental issues are
generally people centric, profit motivated, involves conflict resolution,
and effective implementation of plans and programs. This motivated the
second major in Psychology.
Secondary & Primary Education
2006 to 2011: Peterhouse Boys School, Zimbabwe (brother school to
Michael House)
o IGCSE (O Levels): Accounts (D), Biology (A), Chemistry (B),
English Language (A), English Literature (C), French (C),
Geography(A), Mathematics (C), Physics (C).
o A Levels: Biology (C), Physical Education (B), Mathematics (D)
1999 to 2005: Springvale House Primary School, Zimbabwe
3. ACHIEVEMENTS AND LEADERSHIP POSITIONS
2011: School Prefect, Head of House, Vice Capitan 1st XV Rugby, National
Honours Zimbabwe U18 Craven Week Rugby Team.
Zimbabwe U19 Team to play Barbarians, from the United Kingdom.
Chairman of the School Presentation Committee
2010: Mashonaland Country Districts Rugby, to play in the National
Trials for Craven Week.
2009: Zimbabwe U19 7’s Tusker’s 7’s tournament in Kenya
3. Sean Zeederberg
+27 82 269 2376
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2006: Zimbabwe U13 Craven Week Rugby Team
For various sporting achievements- please see attached reference
4. WORK EXPERIENCE
2015: Two week training period to become a Wildlife Monitor for Wildlife
ACT, Zululand Rhino Reserve, Kwa-Zulu Natal.
Contact: Taryn Gilroy- +27 84 528 9228
2015:Waiter at Shimmy Beach Club, Cape Town Waterfront
Contact: Mark – +27 79 195 5146
2015: Environmental Control Officer for Peninsula Permits
Contact: Leigh Ann Ferreira- +27 82 416 4804
2014 to date: Twentyone.allin
Assist setup of major public and private events- barmen and waiter
Contact: Jessica Brett – 082 044 7204
2014: Rugby and strength and fitness coach at Peterhouse School
Contact: Dave Kirkman - +263 77 292 4817
2013: ‘Have You Heard’ Brand Ambassador
Contact: Amy Blues - +27 79 177 8638
2012: Assistant to Head Rugby Coach at Peterhouse School
Contact: Scott Gray – scottiegray11@hotmail.com
2011: Interact Club Volunteer (Charity organization raising funds for the
less privileged)
2007 to date: Family export vegetable farm - Mitchell & Mitchell, Zimbabwe:
holiday and vacation work assisting with management of farm operations
4. Sean Zeederberg
+27 82 269 2376
seanzeeds@gmail.com
5. OTHER SKILLS
Keen photographer
o 2013: Photographic course, Christopher Scott, Scottie
photography, Zimbabwe
Coaching: effective in communicating skills to rugby players, and
strength and conditioning
Sport and fitness enthusiast
Psychology major: insightful in developing an understanding of the
conflict and potential resolutions
Languages: fluent English, basic Shona and French
IT: competent with computer, and experienced in excel
Communication: good oral communication skills, developed through
exposure to YPO, presentations, national gundog trials, speeches.
Networking and Liaison: developed through managing farm workers,
YPO events and supporting networks, interaction in sports teams,
community and promotional work.
Leadership and Teamwork: enjoy being part of the team, achieving
goals as a team, as well as taking on leadership roles and responsibilities.
Project Management:
o experience gained in managing large farm gangs during, planting,
growing, reaping, curing, grading and selling of tobacco, runner
beans and export vegetables during vacations
o Renovation and Refurbishment of the Peterhouse Gym
o ECO on numerous film, commercial and still shoots
6. EXTRA CURRICULAR/ INTERESTS
Sports: rugby, hockey, cricket, tennis and squash at University of Cape
Town.
Interests:
o Photography, and the outdoors, wildlife and associated activities,
such as,
hiking, camping
fly-fishing,
gundog and clay pigeon shooting,
canoeing and paddling.
Volunteer Work:
o Training on Zululand Rhino Reserve was done as a volunteer
o Interact club member, a school charity organization to help raise
funds and donations to aid the underprivileged in the local
community.
5. Sean Zeederberg
+27 82 269 2376
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o Educating and training out grower groups on sustainable land use,
correct farming practices
7. PERSONAL DETAILS
Full name: Sean Darrell Zeederberg
Date of Birth: 27th February 1993
Drivers License: Yes
Contact Details:
South African mobile: +27 82 269 2376
Zimbabwean mobile: +263 77 348 3040
seanzeeds@gmail.com
Current address:
8 Prince Street, Oranjezicht, Cape Town, 8001
Family Address:
P.O. Box 277 Rakodzi Estate, Marondera, Zimbabwe
8. Character References
Bob Clarke - Managing Director, Paragon Produce New Zealand Ltd
+64-21-653338 bob@paragonproduce.co.nz
+64-9-215-7738 www.paragonproduce.co.nz
Darren Coetzee – Managing Director, Dendairy (Pvt) Ltd Zimbabwe,
+263-712-407097 dendairy@gmail.com
+263-773-265008 http://www.dendairy.com/
+263-55-22008
Scott Gray - Director of Sport & Rugby and House Master, Peterhouse
+263-778-002610 scottiegray11@hotmail.com
Simon Hendry – Managing Director, Greenman Growing Ltd UK
+44-7595-280104 simon@greenmangrowing.com