Meet Nadia Maendesa

Snapshot

Nadia is a Zimbabwean nanny and domestic helper with experience with families in South Africa, working with Portuguese and South African households. Her placements have covered childcare for children of varying ages, school runs, meal preparation and full household management. She speaks fluent English and Portuguese, and Shona natively. Experience 2024–2026 – Portuguese family, Durban: Nanny and domestic helper covering school runs, children's routines, errands and household organisation. 2020–2024 – South African family, Pretoria: Nanny and domestic helper caring for children of different ages, with meals, personal care and home upkeep. In her own words She describes herself as hardworking, reliable and responsible, quick to learn and able to work independently or as part of a team.