SETH Nshimiyimana
Portage,MI
Overview
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Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Property Development Group Ltd & Certified Property Appraiser-Rwanda
05.2016 - 01.2021
- Directed property development strategy for Property Development Group Ltd operations.
- Elected as one of 5 members of the Land Reference Price and Research Committee, influencing property valuation standards at the Institute of Real Property Valuers in Rwanda (IRPV).
- Elected as one of 5 members of the Land Reference Price and Research Committee, influencing property valuation standards at the Institute of Real Property Valuers in Rwanda (IRPV).
Property Valuer/Appraiser
KNIGHT FRANK
10.2015 - 07.2016
- Facilitated opening of new office in Rwanda
- Worked for world-leading real estate firm
ESTATE OFFICER (Assisting the Ag. Director of Estate& Facilities Unit Directorate)
UR-CBE
08.2015 - 10.2015
- Managed estate operations at University of Rwanda-College of Business & Economics
- “UR-CBE” is an abbreviation standing for the University of Rwanda-College of Business & Economics, [(Former School of Finance and Business) (SFB)], Gikondo Campus-Rwanda.
- Managed routine administrative support for UR-CBE offices and departments.
- Prepared correspondence, reports, and official documents for UR-CBE operations.
- Maintained student and staff records in university filing systems.
Estate Portfolio Manager
Cromwell Urbane Dvlpts Ltd& Trainee at GEO INFO AFRICA&SANKO Ltd
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Estate Portfolio Manager at Cromwell Urbane Dvlpts Ltd& Trainee at GEO INFO AFRICA&SANKO Ltd
- Managed urban development portfolio records for Cromwell Urbane Developments Ltd, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
- Reviewed property files, lease documents, and land ownership records to maintain up-to-date and accurate documentation.
- Coordinated portfolio updates with development, finance, and legal teams to align project objectives and support informed decision-making.
ESTATE TRAINEE
Overseas Estate Trainee
Lagos State, Nigeria
07.2013 - 10.2013
- Achieved performance certificate in land and property valuation from Akinolawore & Co. under supervision of Mr. Akin Olaware, 2013 elected president of International Real Estate Society (IRES) and Executive Director of African Real Estate Society (AFRES).
- Reviewed property listings for accuracy, completeness, and presentation standards.
- Assisted estate agents with property inquiries and client communications.
- Updated client records and appointment schedules in office systems.
RESEARCH ASSISTANTS’ COORDINATOR IN THE 13TH INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE By AfRES
Research assistants’ coordinator in the 13th African Real Estate Society (AfRES)
Kigali
10.2013 - 10.2013
- The 13th African Real Estate Society’s (AFRES) annual Real Estate Development Conference focused on “unleashing the value of African Real Estate Markets”. Held at Kigali- Lemigo Hotel Conference.
- Reviewed literature on African real estate markets and policy trends
- Collected real estate data for papers, presentations, and meeting briefs
PRESIDENT OF “EMVGO-RWANDA”
EMVGO President of EMVGO-Rwanda
11.2014 - 10.2014
- Elected President of Estate Management and Valuation Graduates Organization in Rwanda; led initiatives to promote estate management and valuation field both domestically and internationally.
- Directed EMVGO-Rwanda strategy, aligning programs with organizational mission
- Led executive meetings, setting priorities for regional operations
- Oversaw partnerships with local leaders and stakeholder groups
VALUATION TECHNICIAN, FIELD SURVEYOR & DATA ENTRY OFFICER
GEOMATIC ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS
06.2013 - 10.2013
- Collected field survey data for geomatic engineering projects using GPS and total station equipment.
- Set up surveying instruments and calibrated tools for accurate site measurements.
- Assisted engineers with mapping, layout, and boundary verification tasks.
- Updated database and valued government land and properties in 4 provinces and Kigali, Lot 2 Southern province of Rwanda.
ENUMERATOR / SURVEYOR
Energy and Water Sanitation Authority (EWSA)
Ruhango District, Rwanda
05.2011 - 06.2011
- Energy and Water Sanitation Authority (EWSA) Project of “Survey on the usage of biomass energy” executed byAfrican Energy Service Group (A.E.S.G). Ruhango District, South Province-Rwanda
- Collected household water and sanitation data for EWSA field surveys.
- Interviewed residents using approved questionnaires and field scripts.
- Recorded customer information and service details in survey forms.
RWANDA ETREPRENEURSHIP WEEK ATTENDANT
Rwanda entrepreneurship week
, U.K
06.2011
- Collaborated with peers and industry leaders during Rwanda entrepreneurship week to explore and develop innovative business ideas.
- Assisted in organizing the event at University of Rwanda-College of Science and Technology, facilitating smooth execution and enhancing participant engagement.
- Assisted guests with directions, schedules, and event venue information.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT IN A GIS ANALYSIS OF INFORMAL SETTLEMENT IN THE URBAN AREA CITY OF KIGALI
The Beuth University of based in Berlin
Berlin, Germany
05.2012 - 05.2012
- Supported analysis for the project "GIS Provided Analysis of One Informal Settlement in Urban Area of City of Kigali" by collecting field data using GPS technology.
- Supported Berlin university research projects with literature reviews and source tracking.
- Collected and organized data for Beuth University studies and reports.
REAL ESTATE TRAINEE
SANKO&PARTNERS Ltd
07.2012 - 08.2012
- Completed real estate training at SANKO&PARTNERS Ltd, focusing on estate management, brokerage, and real property valuation, culminating in certificate of participation.
- Engaged in estate management, brokerage, and real property valuation at SANKO&PARTNERS Ltd, earning certificate of participation.
- Supported SANKO&PARTNERS Ltd staff with daily administrative tasks
- Prepared client documents and organized confidential case files
- Drafted correspondence for review by senior team members
REAL ESTATE TRAINEE IN RWANDA HOUSING AUTHORITY
The Ministry of Infrastructure (MININFRA)-Rwanda Housing Authority(RHA)
09.2012 - 11.2012
- Completed training at Ministry of Infrastructure (MININFRA) - Rwanda Housing Authority (RHA) in real estate practices, focusing on government property management and valuation.
- Assisted in reviewing housing files, records, and project documentation.
- Assisted in reviewing housing files, records, and project documentation.
TRAINEE AT RWANDA NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR RECONCILIATION
Rwanda National Commission for Reconciliation
Nkumba, Rwanda
09.2009 - 10.2009
- Developed skills in leadership and reconciliation while participating in community initiatives in Nkumba, Northern Rwanda.
- Recorded meeting notes and updated program files accurately.
- Supported reconciliation program activities at the national peacebuilding commission.
Education
Bsc. of Science -
United States of America (US) Bsc. of Science in Estate Management& Valuation Equivalent degree obtained after evaluation in December 2020 by the World Education Services, New York.
Bsc. of Science - Architecture,Former Faculty of Architecture And Environmental Desi
University Of Rwanda-College of Sciencnd Technology [Former Kigali Institute of Science And Technology (KIST)].
09-2013
High School studies -
01-2008
Primary School studies -
Gitwe Adventist College
Ruhango District, Southern Province, Rwanda01-2001
Skills
Language&Communication
-English proficiency (testimonial from university)
-French fluency
-Kinyarwanda fluency
-Kirundi fluency
-Moderate Kiswahili
-Cross-cultural communication
Strategic leadership
- Project management
- Real estate expertise
- Digital literacy
- Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher)
- Web navigation and GIS analysis
- Google Earth proficiency (property identification with GPS)
- Adaptability
- Estate portfolio officer and A nominated Assistant Country Manager at Cromwell Urbane Development Ltd (Multi-international Real estate Company professionally engaged in delivering value through Real Estate Sectors)
- Project management
- Real Estate Expertise
- CEO and appraiser
- Real estate expertise
- Digital Literacy
- Followed International Computer Driving License (ICDL) at the University of Rwanda-College of Science and Technology and now I am Conversant with Microsoft office using Windows;
- Ms Word
- Ms Power Point
- Ms Excel
- Ms Publisher
- Web Navigation
- GIS Analysis
- Google Earth [(Property identification with Global Positioning System (GPS)]
- Other skills;
- Adaptability
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 1988-05-07
- Gender: Male
Certification
Main Courses Done: Real estate management, Real estate Development, Real estate statistics, Valuation, Macroeconomics, Building Technology, Construction materials; Architectural presentation; Land Surveying; Land Information system, Real estate law, environmental studies, Real estate finance, Project management, Land use, Urban Economics, Urban design, Human settlement, Fundamentals of development, Infrastructure development and maintenance, Land policy, Housing economics and policy, Building maintenance corporate real estate management, Investment appraisal, Rural resources analysis, Industrial attachments, Research project ,General English, English for Science and Technology, English for Academic Purpose etc. All Courses in English Language.
INTERESTS
Sport; I like NBA but mostly stand for the performing players of the season not necessarily teams themselves, Religion; I am convinced to be among the best people of the living God., Travel ;I enjoy traveling, flying to places where I get advanced experience.
Affiliations
- Member of the Institute of Real Property Valuers (IRPV)/ MIRPV
- Member of the Africa Real Estate Society (AfRES)
- Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyor (RICS) St/Member
- Following Member of Association for Project Management(APM)
- Member of Rwanda e-Agents Association (REA) – Propertymode and
- Been a Member& Former president of Estate Management and Valuation Graduates Organization in Rwanda (EMVGO).
Publications;
- Seth NSHIMIYIMANA“ Effects of Urban solid waste disposal on property value, case study of Nyanza landfill_Kicukiro District, City of Kigali in Rwanda”, a 2013 Bachelor of Science (Estate management and valuation) project, University of Rwanda-College of Science &Technology (Former Kigali Institute of Science and Technology).
- Seth NSHIMIYIMANA” Professional Training Project-Real Estate Career” (22nd July-14th October, 2013). A completed project on the International Real Estate Training supervised by the 2013 elected president of the International Real Estate Society (IRES) and the Executive director of the African Real Estate Society (AfRES) in Lagos State-Nigeria (with N.Emmanuel).
- “Estate Management and Valuation Alumnae Organization in Rwanda (EMVAO)” Presented in a meeting of all sets of Estate Management and Valuation Graduates and the team from the Department of the University namely University of Rwanda-College of Science &Technology (UR-CST) [Former Kigali Institute of Science and Technology (KIST)].Venue: at the UR-CST-Muhabura Block, By Seth NSHIMIYIMANA
- “Effects of Urban solid waste disposal on property value, case study of Nyanza landfill_Kicukiro District, City of Kigali in Rwanda”, a presentation done in the fulfilment of the Bachelor of Science in Estate management and valuation at the University of Rwanda-College of Science &Technology (Former Kigali Institute of Science and Technology).By Seth NSHIMIYIMANA
- Seth NSHIMIYIMANA“Effects of Urban solid waste disposal on property value, case study of Nyanza landfill_Kicukiro District, City of Kigali in Rwanda”, a 2013 Bachelor of Science (Estate management and valuation) project, University of Rwanda-College of Science &Technology 23rd-26th October, 2013: The 13th African Real Estate Society’s (AfRES) international annual Real Estate Development Conference focused on “Unleashing the value of African Real Estate Markets.” Held at Lemigo Hotel –Kigali, Rwanda. Obtained a certificate of participation
- Nigerian Institute of Auctioneers seminar (On appraisal Methods, Duties, Law, MOU,…) held on the 24th August,2013 at Ikeja-Lagos State,Nigeria
- Rwanda National Commission for Reconciliation on good leadership, unity and reconciliation in Nkumba, Northern part of Rwanda. Certificate N 524/PHASE VI/ 2009.Date of19th September-10th October, 2009
- Institute of Real Property Valuers(IRPV) in Rwanda general assembly of the 4th April, 2014 at Hill Top Hotel-Remera-Kigali,Rwanda
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD),Theme: Property Valuation contribution to National Development. By the Institute of Real Property Valuers(IRPV) in Rwandaand Rwanda Natural Resources Authority (RNRA).( 21st /11/2014 at Kigali-Laparisse)
Disclaimer
I hereby Seth NSHIMIYIMANA, declare that the information provided above is true and sincere. Date& Signature: October, 2024 SETH Nshimiyimana
Timeline
CEO
Property Development Group Ltd & Certified Property Appraiser-Rwanda
05.2016 - 01.2021
Property Valuer/Appraiser
KNIGHT FRANK
10.2015 - 07.2016
ESTATE OFFICER (Assisting the Ag. Director of Estate& Facilities Unit Directorate)
UR-CBE
08.2015 - 10.2015
PRESIDENT OF “EMVGO-RWANDA”
EMVGO President of EMVGO-Rwanda
11.2014 - 10.2014
Estate Portfolio Manager
Cromwell Urbane Dvlpts Ltd& Trainee at GEO INFO AFRICA&SANKO Ltd
01.2014 - 07.2015
RESEARCH ASSISTANTS’ COORDINATOR IN THE 13TH INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE By AfRES
Research assistants’ coordinator in the 13th African Real Estate Society (AfRES)
10.2013 - 10.2013
ESTATE TRAINEE
Overseas Estate Trainee
07.2013 - 10.2013
VALUATION TECHNICIAN, FIELD SURVEYOR & DATA ENTRY OFFICER
GEOMATIC ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS
06.2013 - 10.2013
REAL ESTATE TRAINEE IN RWANDA HOUSING AUTHORITY
The Ministry of Infrastructure (MININFRA)-Rwanda Housing Authority(RHA)
09.2012 - 11.2012
REAL ESTATE TRAINEE
SANKO&PARTNERS Ltd
07.2012 - 08.2012
RESEARCH ASSISTANT IN A GIS ANALYSIS OF INFORMAL SETTLEMENT IN THE URBAN AREA CITY OF KIGALI
The Beuth University of based in Berlin
05.2012 - 05.2012
RWANDA ETREPRENEURSHIP WEEK ATTENDANT
Rwanda entrepreneurship week
06.2011
ENUMERATOR / SURVEYOR
Energy and Water Sanitation Authority (EWSA)
05.2011 - 06.2011
TRAINEE AT RWANDA NATIONAL COMMISSION FOR RECONCILIATION
Rwanda National Commission for Reconciliation
09.2009 - 10.2009
Bsc. of Science -
United States of America (US) Bsc. of Science in Estate Management& Valuation Equivalent degree obtained after evaluation in December 2020 by the World Education Services, New York.
Bsc. of Science - Architecture,Former Faculty of Architecture And Environmental Desi
University Of Rwanda-College of Sciencnd Technology [Former Kigali Institute of Science And Technology (KIST)].
High School studies -
Primary School studies -
Gitwe Adventist College