Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additionalinformation
References
Hobbies and Interests
Travelling, Cooking, Reading
Timeline
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Memory Soko

Memory Soko

Dallas

Summary

Results-driven management professional with a proven ability to lead teams to success. Strong focus on team collaboration, operational efficiency, and achieving measurable outcomes. Adept at strategic planning, process improvement, and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence. Known for adaptability and consistently meeting changing organizational needs.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Assistant

Chilenje Level 1 Hospital
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
  • Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.

Interior Designer

01.2017 - 01.2022
  • Searched for a and bid on new projects, Determined the client’s goals and requirements of the project, Considered how the space will be used and how people will move through the space, Sketched preliminary design plans, Specified materials and furnishings, such as lighting, furniture, wall finishes, flooring, and plumbing fixtures, Prepared final plans, using computer applications i.eArchicard, Revit, Created a timeline for the interior design project and estimate project costs, Placed orders for materials and supervised installing the design elements, Visited after the project to ensure that the client is satisfied, Assist Clients in Interior Design for their work spaces

Project Manager/Estimator/Office Manager

01.2012 - 01.2022
  • Collaborated with engineers, architects etc
  • To determine the specifications of the project, Negotiated contracts with external vendors to reach profitable agreements, Obtained permits and licenses from appropriate authorities, Filling in of ZRA and NAPA Returns, Ensuring all Statutory Documents are acquired for office use, Manage the Human Resource Aspect of the Company, Determined needed resources (manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations, Planed all construction operations and schedule intermediate phases to ensure deadlines will be met, Hired Sub contractors and other staff and allocated responsibilities, Supervised the work of all Subcontractors on site, Evaluated progress and prepared detailed reports, Ensured adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues, Coordinated internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects, Ensured that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget, Ensured resource availability and allocation, Developed a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress, Managed changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs using appropriate verification techniques, Managed the relationship with the client and all stakeholders, Developed spreadsheets to document needs, Attended Site Visits and made Bill Of Quantities

Education

Passwell Training College – Lusaka

Diploma 1, Business Communication & Presentation, Economics, Financial Accounting, Organization Behavior -

ZABMAC – Lusaka

Diploma 2, Marketing Self Study -

ZABMAC – Lusaka

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Dallas Community College
Brookhaven,Dallas TX
09.2024

Bachelor of Arts in Project Management & Planning -

University of Zambia
09.2024

Certificate - Health Care Assistant

ZIMPS
Lusaka, Zambia
04-2024

TEFL Certificate in Online English Teaching
01.2022

Diploma Interior Design -

Interior Design Institute-South Africa
01.2018

Business Management -

Association Of Business Executives-ABE UK
01.2006

Kabulonga Girls High School, Grade Twelve School leaving Certificate (GCSE “o” levels)
01.2002

Skills

    Team Leadership

    Time Management

    Verbal and written communication

    Complex Problem-Solving

    Staff Training and Development

    Strategic Planning

    Operations Management

    Project Management

    Cross-Functional Teamwork

    Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

    Performance Management

    Staff Development

    Schedule Preparation

    Sales management

    Workforce Management

    Business Administration

Additionalinformation

Pastel, Excel, Quick Books, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Internet Explorer, Publisher, Outlook, Projects

References

  • Nelson Ashu Arrah, Designated School Officer (DSO), F-1 International Admissions and Compliance, El Centro Campus / Cedar Valley Campus, 972-860-5296
  • Kushinga Kache, Director, Classique Systems International Ltd, Stand No. A8/A9, Commercial Lane, Showgrounds, Lusaka, +260977 848 464
  • Lindiwe Makambwe, PATH, Long Acres, Lusaka, +260969 321927

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading
  • Travelling
  • Sport
  • Music
  • Movies
  • I.T
  • Remodeling spaces
  • Cooking

Travelling, Cooking, Reading

I love cooking different types of cuisines, I love to read alot and Travelling to different countries to learn new cultures.

Timeline

Health Care Assistant

Chilenje Level 1 Hospital
06.2024 - 09.2024

Interior Designer

01.2017 - 01.2022

Project Manager/Estimator/Office Manager

01.2012 - 01.2022

Diploma 1, Business Communication & Presentation, Economics, Financial Accounting, Organization Behavior -

ZABMAC – Lusaka

Diploma 2, Marketing Self Study -

ZABMAC – Lusaka

Bachelor of Arts in Project Management & Planning -

University of Zambia

TEFL Certificate in Online English Teaching

Diploma Interior Design -

Interior Design Institute-South Africa

Business Management -

Association Of Business Executives-ABE UK

Kabulonga Girls High School, Grade Twelve School leaving Certificate (GCSE “o” levels)

Passwell Training College – Lusaka

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Dallas Community College

Certificate - Health Care Assistant

ZIMPS