REMOVE ME: Choose One
Jennifer Zothe
When a company has a history that stretches back 150 years, it is not surprising that it would take a long-term view on a number of initiatives.
“We work hard to help our staff achieve their personal career goals, and staff development is one of the strategic focuses of the company,”explained Tanya Reeves, Training Manager at Fair Cape Dairies.
This year, in celebration of Women’s Day, Fair Cape Dairies is sharing Jennifer Zothe’s story. “Before I joined Fair Cape Dairies, I was a domestic worker,” Jennifer said. “When I finished matric I had high hopes and dreams for my future but I knew I could not afford to pursue these, and I thought that I was going to be a housekeeper for the rest of my life.”
Jennifer has been with Fair Cape Dairies for over two years now. She started her employment as general housekeeper. She was given the opportunity by Fair Cape to work towards an Office Management Diploma through Unisa, and when she completed her studies she quickly progressed to admin assistant in the new product development kitchen.
“Before I started here I didn’t even know how to use a computer,” she said. “Now not only do I love assisting with business processes, I am also able to go to an internet café and use a computer and to help my children with their school projects.
“As women working at Fair Cape Dairies, I feel respected. It feels like women’s day every day,” she said. “I know now that possibilities are endless. The opportunities I have had at Fair Cape Dairies have helped me to have self-confidence and the will to learn more.”
Jennifer’s husband also works for the company, in the raw material stores, and between them, they provide for their two children, aged 11 and 7.
“I can truly say that the opportunities I have been given have changed my life,” Jennifer said. “And I know that I will see the long term benefits in the lives of my children too, as we are able to give them a better education.”
Jennifer dreams of one day owning her own home: “We don’t qualify for a bond yet, but that day is coming,” she said confidently.
“I am so proud that my kids can look up to me and see my confidence, I feel like real role model by showing them that the possibilities are endless. I’d encourage all women out there to keep your head up, stay strong and believe in yourself – not just in Women’s Month but every month of the year.”
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