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Ndangariro Portia Marindire

Ndangariro Portia Marindire

Marketing Specialist
Bulawayo

Summary

Results-oriented marketing professional with over five years of experience in client relationship management, strategic marketing, and business development within the medical insurance sector. Proven expertise in public speaking and presentation development supports a successful track record in leading communications and marketing teams focused on corporate promotion. Demonstrated ability to drive significant client growth, enhance brand awareness, and foster long-term client loyalty through data-driven campaigns and exceptional service delivery. Positioned as a valuable asset, eager to leverage extensive skills and knowledge in a challenging marketing role demanding innovation and strategic thinking.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages

Work History

Marketing Officer

Premier Service Medical Aid Society (PSMAS)
06.2020 - Current

Tutions and

  • Increased brand awareness by implementing targeted marketing campaigns and strategies.
  • Organized events and trade shows to showcase company products and services, generating valuable leads.
  • Led creative brainstorming sessions that resulted in innovative ideas for promotional projects.
  • Monitored competitor activities, identifying potential threats or opportunities for strategic advantage.
  • Developed creative presentations, trend reports, kitted assets, and product data sheets.
  • Consulted with product development teams to enhance products based on customer interest data.
  • Managed social media channels to boost online presence and engagement with consumers.
  • Trained junior team members on marketing best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Improved customer loyalty by developing targeted retention programs and initiatives.
  • Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
  • Coordinated with internal business divisions, agency partners and local vendors to guarantee on time, cost-effective delivery of all marketing communications materials.
  • Directed product development using in-depth knowledge of vendor landscape and industry insight.
  • Coordinated with sales teams to develop effective promotional materials and sales collateral.
  • Researched industry and marketplace trends to develop marketing solutions and enhance business operations.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent messaging across all marketing channels.
  • Assisted in budget management for the marketing department, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources.
  • Worked with communications team to drive internal promotion of company programs, initiatives, guiding principles and mission.
  • Contributed to the creation of sales presentations that effectively communicated product value propositions.
  • Planned and executed events and marketing programs to increase qualified leads.
  • Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making.
  • Managed workflow between staff, coordinating documents, and creative material distribution.

Service Center Agent

Premier Service Medical Aid Society (PSMAS)
08.2007 - 05.2020
  • Successfully acquired new members, primarily from the public sector, consistently demonstrating strong sales skills and exceeding client satisfaction metrics.
  • Provided personalized support for each client, demonstrating empathy and understanding while addressing their specific needs.
  • Ensured seamless communication between clients and internal departments by accurately documenting interactions and forwarding necessary information.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to different customer personalities and preferences while maintaining consistent professionalism throughout interactions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company offerings, enabling the provision of accurate information to customers.
  • Played an integral role in implementing new procedures or systems within the service center environment that led to increased efficiency levels across all agents.
  • Consistently maintained high-performance ratings within the service center, reflecting a strong commitment to excellence in serving customers and achieving company objectives.
  • Handled high-stress situations calmly and effectively, maintaining composure while successfully addressing customer concerns.
  • Supported new hires during onboarding process by offering guidance, mentorship, and encouragement as they acclimated into their roles at the service center.
  • Reduced call wait times by efficiently addressing customer inquiries and resolving issues in a timely manner.
  • Collaborated with management on various initiatives aimed at improving the overall service center performance and agent satisfaction levels.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate information on services, products, and policies.
  • Acted as a liaison between customers and technical support teams, ensuring swift resolution of any reported issues or concerns.
  • Utilized conflict resolution skills to navigate challenging customer interactions, ultimately leading to a successful resolution and positive customer experience.

Branch Manager

INNSCOR Africa – Bakers Inn
01.1999 - 05.2003
  • Effectively led, managed, and coordinated branch staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment to achieve operational goals.
  • Improved customer satisfaction ratings by enhancing service quality and resolving client issues promptly.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
  • Continuously monitored branch performance against key performance indicators, taking corrective actions as needed to ensure objectives were met or exceeded.
  • Implemented effective sales strategies to achieve branch targets and exceed expectations consistently.
  • Increased branch profitability by implementing cost-saving measures and streamlining operational processes.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly through appraisals and feedback sessions to facilitate continuous development of skills and knowledge base within the team.
  • Managed branch financials including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking for accurate reporting and decision-making support.
  • Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
  • Developed a high-performing team through targeted recruitment, training, and performance management initiatives.
  • Monitored market trends to identify new business opportunities and capitalize on potential growth areas within the community or region served.
  • Met deadlines by proactively managing individual and team tasks and streamlining processes.
  • Optimized branch inventory management practices for improved product availability and reduced stock obsolescence costs.

Education

Master of Commerce - Strategic Management

Great Zimbabwe University
Masvingo
06.2025

Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing Management

Institute of Marketing Management (IMM) Graduate School of Management SA
Milpark, South Africa
01.2018

Foundation Certificate - Accountancy

Zimbabwe Association of Accounting Technicians
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2001

Skills

Client relationship management and Marketing campaign management

Certification

Internal Quality Auditor (ISO 9001:2015)

References

Available upon request.

Affiliations

MAZ (Marketers Association of Zimbabwe)

Timeline

Marketing Officer

Premier Service Medical Aid Society (PSMAS)
06.2020 - Current

Service Center Agent

Premier Service Medical Aid Society (PSMAS)
08.2007 - 05.2020

Branch Manager

INNSCOR Africa – Bakers Inn
01.1999 - 05.2003

Master of Commerce - Strategic Management

Great Zimbabwe University

Bachelor of Business Administration - Marketing Management

Institute of Marketing Management (IMM) Graduate School of Management SA

Foundation Certificate - Accountancy

Zimbabwe Association of Accounting Technicians
Ndangariro Portia MarindireMarketing Specialist
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