Entrepreneurial Founding Director offering 7 yrs progressive experience in operations leadership. Skilled at identifying and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency and productivity of the organization . Motivating leader with proven success managing cross-functional teams and Committed to achieving both short and long-term organization objectives in complex and evolving environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founding Director
Luketekelo Family foundation
Lusaka, Lusaka
11.2016 - Current
Managed financial budgets and monitored progress against goals.
Coordinated and directed budget and financial operations to increase efficiency and maximize investments.
Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for growth and expansion.
Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
Analyzed data related to program outcomes in order to inform decision making processes.
Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to ensure organizational growth.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Participated in small business training and development to increase company development and exposure.
Organized meetings with relevant stakeholders to discuss issues affecting the organization.
Provided leadership and direction for the organization's operations.
Executed on-time, under-budget project management to adhere to project road map.
Devised organizational vision, mission and foundational structure to facilitate early growth.
Delegated assignments and responsibilities to department heads and supervisors.
Represented the organization at various events or conferences as needed.
Created policies, procedures, and operational systems for effective management of resources.
Lead strategic planning sessions on an annual basis in order to review progress towards goals.
Signed and approved budgets for new funding and program initiatives.
Facilitated collaboration among departments to enhance efficiency of operations.
Participated in fundraising activities to support organizational objectives.
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
Executive Assistant
Beltz Mining Limited
PERTH, WA Australia
07.2019 - 12.2022
Organized and managed complex calendar of appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for executive team.
Delivered optimal administrative, customer service and case management support.
Greeted visitors warmly upon arrival at the office premises.
Researched and prepared information for presentations to high-level executives.
Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
Monitored incoming emails and responded accordingly in a timely manner.
Tackled and addressed top-level, high-priority issues with professional administrative discretion.
Made travel arrangements to provide executives seamless and travel policy-approved business trips.
Compiled meeting agendas and supportive materials ahead of meetings.
Conducted research on various topics as requested by executives or senior management personnel.
Opened, read and replied to e-mails, letters and correspondence on behalf of executives.
Coordinated executive and senior management vacation, day-to-day meeting and travel schedules.
Created and maintained up-to-date records related to customer accounts or financial transactions.
Managed daily invoices, reports and proposals.
Developed effective filing systems for easy retrieval of information when needed.
Service Administrator
Epirco
Chingola, Chingola
08.2018 - 12.2018
Negotiated and reviewed contracts, rates and terms with current facilities and suppliers.
Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly summary reports on key performance indicators.
Coordinated logistics of parts shipments between suppliers and customers.
Performed data entry, records oversight and issue resolution for team of 20 customer service personnel.
Tracked progress of ongoing projects using project management software tools.
Created invoices for services rendered and processed payments received from customers.
Answered phones for main switchboard to assist operator and facilitate smooth communications.
Responsible for ensuring accuracy of all data entered into the system.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while adhering to company policies.
Analyzed internal processes and recommended and implemented procedural or policy changes to improve operations.
Worked with management team to improve workflows and eliminate unnecessary tasks.
Monitored office supplies to replenish needed inventory before depletion.
Created and implemented administrative processes and procedures to prioritize job tasks and establish personnel responsibilities.
Developed efficient filing systems to store customer information securely.
Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to service operations.
Read through contracts, regulations and procedural guidelines to verify comprehension and compliance.
Analyzed customer feedback surveys to identify areas needing improvement in customer service delivery.
Processed customer orders accurately and promptly.
Determined staffing requirements, interviewing, hiring and training new employees.
Contacted customer service manager for critical issues needing immediate attention.
Provided administrative support to service team by preparing and maintaining records, documents, and reports.
Liaised with customers, addressed inquiries, handled meeting requests and answer billing questions to provide outstanding customer care.
Collaborated with other departments such as sales and marketing on cross-functional initiatives.
Established work procedures or schedules to organize daily work of administrative staff.
Managed busy calendar for executive team, planning and preparing meetings and communications.
Organized meetings with internal stakeholders to discuss upcoming projects or changes in processes.
Supervised product shipments, ensuring delivery by correct freight company.
Brainstormed with other customer service personnel to determine ways to reduce service issues and eliminate keying errors.
Maintained accurate inventory of parts used in service operations.
Managed paper or electronic filing systems by recording information, updating paperwork and maintaining documents.
Prepared detailed reports on service activities for management review.
Pitched in to help with office tasks during busy periods and staff absences.
Drafted correspondence letters and emails when necessary.
Researched issues in company's computer system regarding shipments, product damage and incorrect product amounts.
Created and revised systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, recordkeeping systems and forms control.
Assisted customers with their inquiries in a professional manner.
Answered incoming calls from customers regarding technical inquiries and services.
Organized and maintained documents, files and records.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
Service Administrator
ECMining
Solwezi, ND
02.2017 - 07.2018
Negotiated and reviewed contracts, rates and terms with current facilities and suppliers.
Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly summary reports on key performance indicators.
Performed data entry, records oversight and issue resolution for team of [Number] customer service personnel.
Tracked progress of ongoing projects using project management software tools.
Responsible for ensuring accuracy of all data entered into the system.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while adhering to company policies.
Worked with management team to improve workflows and eliminate unnecessary tasks.
Service Administrator
Bell Equipments limited
Kitwe, Copperbelt
01.2013 - 12.2016
Coordinated logistics of parts shipments between suppliers and customers.
Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly summary reports on key performance indicators.
Tracked progress of ongoing projects using project management software tools.
Responsible for ensuring accuracy of all data entered into the system.
Worked with management team to improve workflows and eliminate unnecessary tasks.
Monitored office supplies to replenish needed inventory before depletion.
Created and implemented administrative processes and procedures to prioritize job tasks and establish personnel responsibilities.
Read through contracts, regulations and procedural guidelines to verify comprehension and compliance.
Provided administrative support to service team by preparing and maintaining records, documents, and reports.
Delivered products to customer locations on time.
Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
Data Entry Clerk
Barrick Gold Mine
Lumwana, North-western
01.2011 - 12.2012
Updated existing records with new or revised information as needed.
Remained focused for lengthy periods to accurately perform work with adequate speed.
Exceeded quality goals to support team productivity.
Prepared payroll documentation by entering data into cumulative payroll document.
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information entered into the system.
Transferred data from hard copies to digital databases, organizing information in new formats.
Processed customer and account source documents by reviewing data for deficiencies.
Contacted customers via phone or email to address data inquiries.
Obtained scanned records and uploaded into company databases.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Leadership And Management
University of Georgia
Athens, GA
12-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Alison University
Galway,Ireland
07-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Computer System Engineering
Northern Techinical College
Ndola Zambia
12-2010
Skills
Communication
Teamwork
Creativity
Problem-solving
Leadership
active listening
Negotiation
Public-speaking
Project management
People management
Conflict Resolution
Affiliations
Playing golf
Volunteering
Mentorship and coaching
Accomplishments
Authored a book called "Too soon to quit"
My organization empowered 200 in the vulnerable women with vocational skills in 2022.
I was awarded a certificate of achievement by A cry of an orphan home in recognition of valuable contribution to H.I.V/AIDS awareness .