Grace Gwaza Jere
Mishawaka,IN
Summary
Dedicated college student with a passion for learning and commitment to academic excellence. Proficient in time management, collaboration, and problem-solving. Thrives in dynamic academic environments and eager to contribute skills and enthusiasm to diverse projects and opportunities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cafeteria Worker
Bethel University
Mishawaka, Indiana
08.2025 - Current
- Served customers quickly and efficiently, ensuring high standards of customer service.
- Managed cash transactions accurately at point of sale, contributing to smooth financial operations.
- Assisted with catering events by setting up buffet lines.
- Completed other duties assigned by management.
Loan Officer intern
National Economic Empowerment Funds
, Malawi
07.2021 - 11.2023
- Advised clients on optimal loan products and tailored repayment options to meet individual financial needs.
- Evaluated loan applications to determine eligibility and risk factors.
- Analyzed credit histories, income statements, and financial information to assess loan eligibility and risk.
- Answered customer inquiries involving rates, products and loan application status to facilitate quality customer service.
- Collected past due loans, keeping credit and collateral exceptions within policy ranges.
- Approved loan within specified limits or referred to appropriate approval level.
- Performed daily maintenance of loan applicant database.
- Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to enhance service visibility and support client outreach.
- Completed tasks assigned by management to support team objectives. by the management
Research Assistant Intern
DHN consultancy Firm
, Malawi
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Assisted in designing and implementing research studies, including developing hypotheses and methodologies.
- Developed survey tools and assisted in data collection through surveys and interviews.
- Conducted literature reviews to inform research projects and collaborated with team members to establish best practices for research methodology.
- Analyzed numerical data using statistical software programs such as SPSS and STATA.
- Managed project documentation to maintain compliance with research standards.
- Participated in conferences, seminars, workshops, and other events related to the research area.
- Executed tasks to support team operations and enhance research efficiency.
Cashier
Kachere Food Court
, Malawi
10.2016 - 03.2019
- Handled cash and electronic payments accurately during busy shifts.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of checkout area to enhance customer experience.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies to support smooth operations.
- Followed company security procedures for handling large sums of money.
- Executed various tasks to facilitate team efficiency.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Bethel University
Mishawaka, IN 01.2024 - 02.2026
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
Lilongwe University of Agriculture And Natural Resources
Malawi 01.2017 - 08.2021
Skills
- Data analysis
- Financial evaluation
- Customer service
- Research methodology
- Reliable
- Database management
- Team player
- Loan evaluation
- Risk management assessments
- Excellent time management
- Organization skills
- Statistical software
Timeline
Cafeteria Worker
Bethel University
08.2025 - Current
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Bethel University
01.2024 - 02.2026
Loan Officer intern
National Economic Empowerment Funds
07.2021 - 11.2023
Research Assistant Intern
DHN consultancy Firm
09.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Economics
Lilongwe University of Agriculture And Natural Resources
01.2017 - 08.2021
Cashier
Kachere Food Court
10.2016 - 03.2019