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Suzan Lamwaka

Administrator
Richmond,USA

Summary

Accomplished administrator with extensive experience in operational efficiency and strategic growth initiatives. Skilled in reducing non-revenue water, enhancing billing systems, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve significant improvements in service delivery. Founded the Acan Foundation, demonstrating a strong commitment to community engagement and support. Known for excellent problem-solving, financial forecasting, and stakeholder engagement abilities, consistently driving organizational success.

· From Branch Manager to Strategic Leader: Transformed billing systems at National Water & Sewerage Corporation, significantly enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction without increasing resources.

· Operational Excellence in Caregiving: Spearheaded the foundation of an elderly care organization in Africa, directly improving the lives of countless seniors through innovative care strategies and resource allocation.

· Strategic Growth and Community Engagement: Played a pivotal role in reducing non-revenue water, directly contributing to the sustainability and financial health of the organization.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

Heart of Gold Care Services
Richmond, USA
01.2024 - Current

· Companionship and emotional support.

· Mobility assistance.

· Household management.

· Adult care.

.Medication management

Branch Manager

National Water & Sewerage Corporation
Kampala, Uganda
01.2019 - 12.2023
  • Reduction of non-revenue water to optimize billing
  • Water quality assurance
  • Corporate Social Responsibility and brand promotion
  • Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies
  • Analyzed competitors and market trends to facilitate business growth
  • Coordinated promotional campaigns for new products or services in order to boost sales revenue
  • Worked cross-functionally to plan and establish branch goals, supporting strategic objectives
  • Increased efficiency and drove branch revenue by optimizing daily operations
  • Implemented internal control procedures to minimize risk exposure and maximize profitability
  • Developed and implemented financial strategies to maximize profits and reduce cost

Head Office Senior Commercial Officer - Corporate/ Key Accounts

National Water and Sewerage Corporation
Kampala, Uganda
01.2015 - 12.2018
  • Conducted market research and reported to create improved business plans
  • Developed strategies to increase sales and billing
  • Coordinated with internal departments to ensure the timely delivery of services
  • Created detailed reports on sales performance metrics for senior management review
  • Built sales forecasts and schedules to reflect desired productivity targets
  • Enhanced sales volume through skilled support to both new and inactive customers
  • Analyzed customer requirements and identified potential business opportunities
  • Identified areas for improvement in the operational process
  • Delivered insights for customers and markets and determined whether existing products met needs
  • Managed a team of junior Commercial Officers to ensure successful completion of projects

Branch Commercial Officer

National Water and Sewerage Corporation
Kampala, Uganda
10.2012 - 08.2014
  • Process management
  • Developed plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies
  • Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning
  • Ensured all legal requirements were met when entering into new contracts or renewing existing ones
  • Assessed customer feedback to improve product quality and service delivery
  • Determined consumer needs to provide services appealing to larger market
  • Provided guidance on tariff structures, payment terms and other related issues
  • Wrote and submitted reports on performance trends, prompting managers to develop business plans
  • Monitored customer service levels to ensure they were meeting agreed standards
  • Coordinated activities across different departments to meet deadlines efficiently

Commercial Assistant (Territory Leader)

National Water & Sewerage Corporation
Kampala, Uganda
05.2009 - 09.2012
  • Managed databases and ensured the accuracy of business-critical information
  • Targeted potential and past clients to identify new business opportunities
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to company policies
  • Revenue collection
  • Utilized CRM systems to track customer interactions and sales opportunities
  • Developed and maintained client relationships through regular communication and excellent service
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching
  • Assessed team performance against established goals and objectives
  • Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment

Commercial Assistant (Trainee)

National Water & Sewerage Corporation
Kampala, Uganda
07.2008 - 04.2009
  • Mobilizing customers during the pre-paid water project
  • Field registration, photography, and token distribution
  • Identifying and following up on water-suppressed accounts for reactivation
  • Created documents and spreadsheets
  • Compiled meeting agendas and supportive materials ahead of meetings
  • Conducted market research to identify potential clients and new business opportunities
  • Filtered important calls and spam calls to help executives prioritize specific clients and expedite daily operations

Trainee

International Rescue Committee (Child and Youth Protection and Development)
Kitgum, Uganda
06.2007 - 08.2007
  • Monitoring literacy classes in IDP camps
  • Setting up a database for each beneficiary under the education program
  • Coming up with activities and programs to raise school fees for beneficiaries under the program

Intern

Norwegian Refugee Council (Distribution)
Kitgum, Uganda
04.2006 - 10.2006
  • Verification of rightful beneficiaries
  • Crowd control to guarantee food safety
  • Data collection and compilation
  • Accounting for food remains at the assigned points
  • Holding capacity-building training workshops
  • Counseling beneficiaries

Education

Diploma - Board Competence

Female Future
Kampala
12.2021

Master’s - Business Administration

Uganda Management Institute
Kampala
04.2018

Bachelors - Social Work and Social Administration (Hons)

Uganda Christian University
Mukono
06.2008

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - History, Economics, Religious Studies / Fine Art

St Lawrence Citizens High School - Creamland
Kampala
12.2004

Uganda Certificate of Education -

Katikamu Secondary School
Luwero
12.2002

Skills

  • Team Leadership and Management
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Strategic Planning and Execution
  • Financial Management and Forecasting
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Customer Relations
  • Data analysis management
  • Supply chain management
  • Business process optimization
  • Policy implementation
  • Change management

Certification

  • Certificate of Leadership Development Female Future Program - Federation of Uganda Employers 2021
  • Certificate in customer care training 2020
  • Certificate of best performing branch 2020
  • Certificate of recognition for best performance in commercial section 2014

Accomplishments

  • MBA Dissertation Research Topic 'Marketing Communication Strategies and Sales Performance of Beverage Companies in Uganda. A case of Century Bottling Company Limited.' 2017
  • BSWSA Dissertation Research Topic 'Influence of culture on environmental health condition in internally displaced camps / IDP setting' (A case study of Potika IDP camp) in Kitgum district. 2008

Languages

English, Professional

Socialclubs

Member of the Rotary Club of Bugolobi Morning Tide Uganda

Activities

  • Founder 'Acan Foundation' elderly care in Africa - Uganda

Website: https://acanfoundation.org/

Timeline

Caregiver

Heart of Gold Care Services
01.2024 - Current

Branch Manager

National Water & Sewerage Corporation
01.2019 - 12.2023

Head Office Senior Commercial Officer - Corporate/ Key Accounts

National Water and Sewerage Corporation
01.2015 - 12.2018

Branch Commercial Officer

National Water and Sewerage Corporation
10.2012 - 08.2014

Commercial Assistant (Territory Leader)

National Water & Sewerage Corporation
05.2009 - 09.2012

Commercial Assistant (Trainee)

National Water & Sewerage Corporation
07.2008 - 04.2009

Trainee

International Rescue Committee (Child and Youth Protection and Development)
06.2007 - 08.2007

Intern

Norwegian Refugee Council (Distribution)
04.2006 - 10.2006

Diploma - Board Competence

Female Future

Master’s - Business Administration

Uganda Management Institute

Bachelors - Social Work and Social Administration (Hons)

Uganda Christian University

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - History, Economics, Religious Studies / Fine Art

St Lawrence Citizens High School - Creamland

Uganda Certificate of Education -

Katikamu Secondary School

Affiliations

  • Rotary

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Languages

English
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