Nosisa Nqayi (she/her)

 

"I am Nosisa, a young professssional holding a Master of Water Engineering"

"My lived experience: I have worked in wastewater treatment, bulk water storage and conveyance, and I currently manage the Atlantis Water resource management scheme."

"I am committed to ensuring that Cape Town residents have access to safe drinking water."

Water Experience

I work for the City of Cape Town, Water and Sanitation Department. I am a Scheme Manager responsible for the treatment and conveyance of portable (drinking) water. My work contributes to gender equity by ensuring that the youth and women have access to safe drinking water.

Opportunities of Interest

• Speaking engagements (e.g., conference panels, keynote addresses)
• Leadership roles (e.g., board member, committees)
• Public outreach (e.g., media interviews, podcasts)
• Volunteer opportunities (e.g., community based projects)
• Consulting (e.g., government, industry, not-for-profit sector)
• Having a Mentor

Opportunities Offered

• Fieldwork
• Mentorship Short-term (e.g., attend a mentorship circle or event; 1-3 meetings with an individual)
• Mentorship Long-term (e.g., regular attendance at mentorship circles, frequent meetings 6+ months)
• Visiting Professorships
• Water and wastewater related