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Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Apalia24 is an African start-up that aims to serve communities around the continent through innovation. It is an Energy & Tech Platform that pre-engineers equipment, appliances, and services bundled into value-added subscription offerings for off and bad-grid communities, with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) being its first country of.

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

• Founded and managed RSJ Indian Wear & Accessories, a business specializing in Indian ethnic wear and accessories.
• Direct all aspects of business operations, including procurement, inventory management, marketing, and customer relations.
• Develop and implement strategic business plans to drive sales growth and brand visibility.
• Oversee the selection and sourcing of merchandise, ensuring a diverse and high-quality product range.
• Implement effective marketing strategies… Show more
• Implement effective marketing strategies, including online platforms and community events, to expand the customer base.

Democratic Republic Of The Congo

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

• Orchestrated the design and development of tailored learning programs for Mining, Transport, and Construction industries, aligning with organizational objectives, industry standards, and ensuring strict compliance with.
• Collaborated with subject matter experts, ensuring precision in content and insights.
• Designed interactive learning modules, utilizing multimedia elements.
• Applied instructional design… Show more
• Applied instructional design principles for learner-centric content.
• Conducted needs assessments, proposing innovative solutions.

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

Responsible for providing high-quality technical support for the HPS Management System and Home Power Station products. Support a 24x7 customer processing system, focusing on system integration, test, troubleshooting and maintenance. Support systems operations, upgrade and deployment activities. Work on other programming and documentation projects as.

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

Setup, implementation, administration, maintenance and monitoring of Google Apps for Business for the company and clients.Assist in the administration and maintenance of In-house VOIP Platform.Assist in the configuration and setup of client VOIP network and phones. Project ManagementRepublic of South Africa:Liaising with Shared Computing Technology Service.

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

• Orchestrated the administration and maintenance of the company's IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal functionality.
• Implemented and maintained the MS Exchange Server, facilitating efficient email communication within the organization.
• Administered and monitored the Mail Scanner and Proxy Server, enhancing network security and internet usage.
• Managed Access Control and PABX Systems, optimizing internal communication and security measures.
• Led the purchasing of software… Show more
• Led the purchasing of software, hardware, and IT supplies, ensuring alignment with organizational needs.

Rustenburg Area, South Africa

• Strategically planned and scheduled print converters, ensuring timely job completion and adherence to customer due dates.
• Maintained constant liaison with Sales Representatives and Print Supervisors, optimizing communication for seamless production processes.
• Attended weekly video conference meetings with Head Office, contributing to collaborative decision-making and planning.
• Participated in daily production meetings, discussing daily plans and addressing opportunities for… Show more
• Participated in daily production meetings, discussing daily plans and addressing opportunities for improving service levels. Show less

Pretoria Area, South Africa

• Oversaw the complete IT network, including all software applications and hardware requirements, ensuring optimal functionality.
• Maintained individual users' software applications and hardware, addressing issues promptly to minimize disruptions.
• Monitored Internet usage, providing management with insightful reports and ensuring a secure and efficient online environment.
• Managed servers and applications running on them, optimizing performance and addressing any technical… Show more
• Managed servers and applications running on them, optimizing performance and addressing any technical challenges.
• Ensured the proper functioning of the mail server and monitored internet usage, providing management with detailed reports.

Cape Town Area, South Africa

• Captured daily waybills systematically and conducted end-of-month client invoicing, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions.
• Maintained a meticulously organized database, regularly verifying and updating data to guarantee current and reliable information.
• Generated monthly reports on sales, payments, and outstanding balances, contributing to comprehensive financial overviews.

Cape Town Area, South Africa

• Designed and implemented databases tailored to meet the specific business needs of clients using MS Access 2003 on Windows XP Professional.
• Scoped business processes for the Visitor/Member Management System (VMS) Project, ensuring alignment with client requirements.
• Applied innovative solutions to address client needs, contributing to the successful execution of the VMS project.

Cape Town Area, South Africa

• Spearheaded the automation of critical business processes using MS Access 2003, focusing on the management of supplier and customer records along with rate maintenance.
• Engineered and implemented an integrated system for the capturing of daily collections, waybills, and streamlined invoicing processes, optimizing operational efficiency.
• Ensured the accuracy and completeness of data through regular checks and updates, maintaining the integrity of the database.
• Collaborated… Show more
• Collaborated closely with stakeholders to enhance daily operations, contributing to a more streamlined and effective business workflow. Show less

Cape Town Area, South Africa

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

• Provided accurate and timely quotes for Self-Adhesive Labels (0 to 7 Colours) to sales branches and preferred distributors across the country, Namibia, and Botswana.
• Ensured prompt responses to customer quote requests, typically within 24 hours, showcasing efficiency in service delivery.
• Optimized job costing on the most economical machines, guaranteeing competitive pricing and cost-effectiveness.
• Coordinated with sales branches for follow-ups on quote responses, ensuring… Show more
• Coordinated with sales branches for follow-ups on quote responses, ensuring effective communication and customer satisfaction. Show less

Johannesburg Area, South Africa

• Directed the entire spectrum of I.T. functions, providing full user support on LAN, Windows NT with MS-Exchange, and Proxy-Server.
• Delivered consistent email support, ensuring seamless communication channels for organizational needs.
• Maintained constant liaison with Internet Service Providers (ISPs), optimizing connectivity and resolving issues promptly.
• Spearheaded the procurement of machinery, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and technology… Show more
• Spearheaded the procurement of machinery, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and technology requirements.
• Executed application support, addressing user queries and concerns efficiently. Show less

North West Province, South Africa

• Orchestrated the management of NT 4.0-based LANs, ensuring seamless network operations and optimal performance.
• Administered MS Exchange-based email systems, guaranteeing efficient communication across the organization.
• Oversaw the Group PABX system and managed Voice over Data (VoD) facilities, enhancing communication capabilities.
• Led the implementation of Group-wide WAN and LANs, optimizing network infrastructure for enhanced connectivity.
• Took charge of the… Show more
• Took charge of the administration of MS Access-based Work Ticket Processing System, facilitating production scheduling and workflow management.

North West Province, South Africa

• Pioneered the development of an innovative MS Access-based Work Ticket Processing System, revolutionizing Group-wide production scheduling and workflow management.
• Provided comprehensive user support, including basic PC and MS Office training, internet and email support for management and executives.
• Created dynamic PowerPoint presentations for management and executive meetings, showcasing effective communication skills.
• Assisted supervisors in producing Excel-based monthly… Show more
• Assisted supervisors in producing Excel-based monthly Quality Assurance reports, demonstrating proficiency in data analysis.
• Played a key role in ensuring Y2K compliance for all internal I.T. systems, coordinating with suppliers and customers to meet project deliverables. Show less

Diploma, P.C. Engineering

Education record