Megan Malan

Background

About Megan Malan

I am a B.Psych graduate student from Midrand Graduate Institute and graduated in 2017 form UCT with a M.Phil specializing in Public Mental Health. I am currently undertaking a PhD in the department of Public Mental Health at UCT. I have a keen interest for working within the public mental health and health sector. The social sciences have been a predominant field of interest throughout my academic years. My ultimate goal would be to advocate for access to mental health services. I am diligent and enthusiastic research and administrative specialist. I consider myself to be friendly and approachable person, that can elicit needs in or to advice on the necessary procedures and solutions. I have always enjoyed problem solving and working in high pressured environment. I work methodical as well efficiently, I like to get things done. I am motivated to work and learn. I am an energetic, extremely hard-working person that takes initiative in completing tasks and mitigating any barriers. I can meet deadlines and see myself to be responsible in relation to ethics and standards. I work well with a range of people and would thus be able to interact effectively with supervisors, managers, and anyone else who may be part of the research team. I have a strong commitment to good community work, and I can build rapport and work with a range of individuals. I can reflect and adjust my work style with feedback, I am also keenly conscious of the ethical implications of my work. Core skills- Excellent assistant to people - Decisive under pressure- Able to meet deadlines- Well organised - Ensure adequate time management - Fluent in English and Afrikaans - Supportive team player and leader. My commitment to academics, my interpersonal skills as well as my experiences gained during my internship and working experience, allow me to perceive myself as a fine candidate for work opportunity. I am eager to learn, given the opportunity.