EIT Grand Opening in Botswana

Celebrate the Grand Opening of EIT’s New Learning Hub in Gaborone!

We are excited to invite you to the grand unveiling of EIT’s new learning hub inside the Botswana Digital & Innovation Hub in Gaborone.

Meet the EIT team, learn how our engineering courses can support your career, explore emerging engineering trends, and discover how we can foster your professional growth.

Event Details:

When: Friday 4 April, 2025

Location: Plot 69184, Block 8, Botswana Digital & Innovation Hub, Science and Technology Park, Botswana, Gaborone

Time: 3:00pm – 5:00pm

This free event is a must-attend for anyone passionate about engineering and eager to stay ahead in the industry. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired.

There will be light refreshments.

Please RSVP by Friday the 28th of March. Places are limited.

What to Expect:

• Meet the EIT team 
• Learn how EIT can support your engineering career in Botswana through EIT’s engineering courses 
• Explore emerging engineering trends in Botswana and Southern Africa 
• Network with like-minded engineers and industry professionals 
• Gain valuable insights into engineering careers and job opportunities 

Presenters:

Paul Celenza, VET College Manager 

Paul is a qualified and experienced manager and administrator.  Paul graduated with a Bachelor of Business degree, a postgraduate diploma in business administration, and also a Certificate IV in training and assessment. Paul has managed teams at different levels for over 25 years in different countries and is very passionate about education and training and the effects they have on the individual and the community.

Christabel Phiri, EIT Lecturer

Christabel Phiri has 14 years of academic experience at the tertiary level and five years in the industry. She is proficient in online LMS platforms, including Moodle, Blackboard, Collaborate, and Google Classroom. Known for her integrity, Christabel possesses advanced expertise in technical training and design, staying updated on industry trends and technological advancements.
Before moving to South Africa in 2007, she worked for three years as a mechanical engineering technician in Zambia’s copper mines. She then spent over a decade lecturing in design and draughting, training students in multi-disciplinary drawing office practices, including building design, structural steel detailing, electrical and mechanical draughting, using software such as Revit, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Inventor.

From 2012 to 2013, she worked as a fire sprinkler designer at Crossfire Management, designing fire protection systems, selling projects, and surpassing sales targets. From 2014 to 2023, she lectured at African Premier of Draughting, teaching multi-disciplinary drawing office practices using various design software. In October 2023, she joined EIT as a mechanical engineering instructor, delivering tutorials across all mechanical engineering units. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Engineering, investigating the effect of welding reclamation on the mechanical properties of thick 3CR12 stainless steel.

Kerry Marques, General Manager (South Africa)

Kerry holds a record of over 9 years of experience in the Private Education sector, where she has excelled in various roles encompassing diverse aspects of business operations. Starting her journey as a librarian, she gradually progressed to the position of academic coordinator, developing a strong affinity for the academic environment, and finding purpose in this realm. Consequently, she made a conscious decision to advance in this field and assumed the responsibilities of an Academic Manager.

While her passion for academic roles persisted, Kerry’s thirst for broader challenges led her to explore the operational facets of the educational landscape. Subsequently, she was promoted to the position of General Manager, overseeing campuses and office spaces alike. In this capacity, she skillfully manages a wide array of business aspects, actively engaging in the day-to-day operations of the EIT South African office. Kerry’s pivotal role revolves around ensuring the consistent adherence to EIT’s vision, mission, and values in South Africa. Her dedication and expertise play a vital role in shaping the success of our institution.

Elizabeth Dietrichsen

Elizabeth started her career in the public sector as government official at the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, serving at missions in India, Japan and Vietnam. She joined RMIT VIetnam as lecturer and coordinator for the MBA program. Returning to South Africa, Elizabeth worked as regional Business Development Manager for Austrade, supporting Australian education providers in the region. Elizabeth subsequently joined EIT as project manager for expansion into other markets including Botswana and the UK.

Who is EIT?

The Engineering Institute of Technology (EIT) provides practical education and training in engineering and technology, with most graduates in fulfilling and well-paid engineering jobs. 

EIT offers excellence across its professional development courses, and in its Australian internationally accredited diplomas and advanced diplomas, bachelor and master degrees, and a professional Doctor of Engineering.  

The engineering lecturers and instructors, most with considerable industry experience and a passion for teaching, are drawn from around the world. 

The live and interactive online platform of learning (with access to remote and virtual labs) reaches students in over 160 countries. 

The degrees are also available on campus in Australia, using a blended approach to learning. 

If you have any questions, please contact Elizabeth: elizabeth.dietrichsen@eit.edu.au  

We look forward to seeing you there.

Register now to secure your spot!