Nyasha Travor Karonda
El Paso
Summary
Analytical professional with technical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in data-driven environments. Tackles challenges with positivity and drive to overcome. Works great alone or with others and consistently exceeds expectations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Underwriting Agent
All One Risk Managers
11.2022 - 10.2025
- Responsible for underwriting Professional Indemnity Insurance for security companies.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to determine coverage and premiums.
- Evaluated track record, financial stability, and claims history of security companies.
- Collaborated with security companies to identify and mitigate potential risks.
- Managed documentation process and issued accurate policy documents.
- Worked on claims management, assessing and investigating claims filed against policies.
- Conducted market research to stay informed about industry trends and emerging risks.
- Built and maintained relationships with security companies and brokers.
- Provided guidance and support to clients throughout the underwriting process.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to determine appropriate coverage and pricing for clients.
- Managed client documentation processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date client records in the database for efficient information retrieval.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in customer service and operational efficiency.
- Executed data entry tasks with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
Assistant Marketing Manager
Dillverri Design And Construction Pvt Ltd
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies and plans.
- Conducted market research and analyzed consumer behavior.
- Managed and coordinated marketing campaigns.
- Monitored and analyzed marketing metrics.
- Collaborated with other departments.
- Managed the marketing budget and allocated resources effectively.
- Built and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
- Stayed updated on industry trends and competitor activities.
- Measured and reported on the effectiveness of marketing activities.
- Led and supervised a team of marketing professionals.
Trainee Reinsurance Consultant
Pan African Reinsurance Brokers
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Facultative Reinsurance placements.
- Preparing and communicating of Reinsurance Accounting documents.
- Seeking for quoted terms from the Reinsurers.
- Sending Holdcover instructions to Reinsurers.
- Preparing monthly Facultative statements.
- Assisting in preparing IPEC reports.
- Assisting in Treaty renewals.
- Reconciliation of unallocated receipts.
- Market visits.
- Assisted in the preparation and analysis of reinsurance proposals and quotes.
- Provided data entry assistance, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information in the database.
- Supported the reconciliation of accounts to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
- Worked alongside senior team members to learn related job tasks and roles.
Reinsurance Intern
ZB Reinsurance Private Limited
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Deciding whether applications for reinsurance should be accepted.
- Underwriting standard and non-standard commercial insurance products.
- Prospecting for new business opportunities in the market.
- Communicating and reporting progress on a regular basis.
- Collecting information on prospective business.
- Achieving business growth in accordance with set targets.
- Making changes to underwriting terms and documentation.
- Identifying the customer's insurance needs.
- Monitoring the ongoing performance of accounts.
- Handling mid-term underwriting adjustments.
- Advising customers and brokers alike on underwriting matters.
- Examined all incoming claims to ensure adequacy of the supporting documents.
- Prepared various reports for claim adjudication for various examiners.
- Provided required actions for various processes.
- Monitored all claims and ensured compliance to all audit requirements.
- Reviewed claim files and ensure appropriate coding for all claims.
- Assessment, underwriting, pricing and structuring new and renewal treaty business consistent with ZB Re's risk appetite and profit margin expectations.
- Performed data entry tasks, ensuring accuracy and consistency in information management.
- Compiled and organized data for reporting purposes, ensuring clarity and precision.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities performed throughout internship period.
- Prepared reports summarizing project progress and results for management review.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Insurance and Risk Management
Midlands State University
Zimbabwe 08.2015 - 07.2019
Certificate of Proficiency - Short Term Insurance
Insurance Institute of Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe 01.2019 - 12/2019
Advanced Level - ZIMSEC
Chemhondoro High School
Zimbabwe 01.2013 - 12/2014
Ordinary Level - ZIMSEC
Chemhondoro High School
Zimbabwe 01.2009 - 12/2012
Skills
- Good Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Problem Solving
- Customer Service
- Risk assessment
- Policy issuance
- Data analysis
- Document management
- Client relationship management
- Market research
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Positive attitude
- Appearance scheduling
- Report creation
- Information documentation
- Polite communication skills
- Recordkeeping proficiency
- Report generation
- Customer service and care
- Company organisational skills
- Commercial awareness
- The ability to analyse data and spot trends
- Adaptability
- Creative skills, including writing
- Good teamworking skills
- Communication skills
- Numerical skills, including compiling and analysing spreadsheets
- Policy cancellation
Languages
- Shona
- English
- Shona
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/28/96
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Marital Status: Single
References
- Mr White, Senior Master, Chemhondoro High School, +263772369342
- Mr K Mwelenji, Head of Operations, Pan African Reinsurance Brokers, kudakwashe.mwelenji@Pan-AfricanRe.co.zw, +263784069129
- Mr K Mhaka, Head of Operations, ZB Reinsurance, kmhaka@zbre.co.zw, +263735013859
- Mr F Makaza, Chairperson, Insurance and Risk Management Department, Midlands State University, +263772754721
- Mr Silivani, General Manager, All One Risk Managers, +263775175285
- Mr Muchiriri, Chief Executive Officer, Dillverri Design And Construction Pvt Ltd, mmuchiriri@dillverridesigns.co.zw, +263772909264
Activities
- Swimming
- Soccer
Timeline
Underwriting Agent
All One Risk Managers
11.2022 - 10.2025
Assistant Marketing Manager
Dillverri Design And Construction Pvt Ltd
08.2021 - 11.2022
Trainee Reinsurance Consultant
Pan African Reinsurance Brokers
07.2019 - 08.2020
Certificate of Proficiency - Short Term Insurance
Insurance Institute of Zimbabwe
01.2019 - 12/2019
Reinsurance Intern
ZB Reinsurance Private Limited
08.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor's Degree - Insurance and Risk Management
Midlands State University
08.2015 - 07.2019
Advanced Level - ZIMSEC
Chemhondoro High School
01.2013 - 12/2014
Ordinary Level - ZIMSEC
Chemhondoro High School
01.2009 - 12/2012