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ANDREW C. CHISHALA

Ndola

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Sales & Marketing Executive with over five years of experience in driving revenue growth, market expansion, and brand visibility across diverse sectors. Proven expertise in leading high-performing sales teams, developing innovative marketing strategies, and enhancing customer engagement through data-driven decisions and targeted communications. Experienced in establishing and managing profit-driven sales strategies. Practiced trainer and staff developer with excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills. Proficient in meeting company guidelines while improving team efficiency, sales numbers and customer engagement scores.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

ASSISTANT SALES MANAGER & BRANCH MANAGER

MINECON SAFETY EQUIPMENT ZAMBIA LIMITED
Kitwe
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Led a sales team across all branches in Zambia
  • Developed and implemented new invoicing system (Pastel accounting software/MS Dynamics)
  • Implemented regular follow-ups and adjusted strategies based on client feedback to better meet customer needs
  • Developed and executed comprehensive PPE sales strategies aimed at meeting and exceeding sales targets
  • Fostered a collaborative team environment to drive team performance and productivity.

COMMUNICATIONS & CAREER SERVICE SPECIALIST

ZAMBIA INDUSTRIAL TRAINING ACADEMY (A UN IMPLEMENTED PPDP)
Ndola
08.2020 - 03.2023
  • Strategic Communication: Crafted and executed a multi-level communication strategy that significantly amplified project visibility and engagement through digital and traditional media via LinkedIn
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Managed and expanded stakeholder relations, facilitating partnerships and securing Memoranda of Understanding with key industry players such as Indeni Oil Refinery and Barloworld Equipment Limited
  • Project Implementation: Led the planning and execution of various career service activities, including workshops, industry tours, and internships.

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

USAID DISCOVER HEALTH/JSI
Ndola
01.2018 - 02.2018
  • Male Characterization Study
  • Quantitative Assessment: Conducted a quantitative assessment of adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) to profile their male sexual partners.
  • Qualitative Assessment: Performed qualitative assessments of men fitting the profile of AGYW sexual partners, gaining insights into their behaviors and social networks.
  • Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyzed data and generated reports to inform strategies aimed at improving health services and reducing HIV transmission among AGYW.
  • Health Service Engagement: Identified opportunities and barriers to increasing male engagement in health and HIV prevention programs, contributing to more effective health outcomes.

LIBRARY ASSISTANT & RECORDS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA MAIN CAMPUS LIBRARY
Lusaka
10.2014 - 01.2015
  • Customer Service and Assistance: Assisted and advised users on the use of library amenities and providing information about library policies. Handled customer inquiries, resolving issues, and providing accurate information to users in the use of Library materials.
  • Data Management: Updated library records, performed regular audits, and maintained a computer library database to manage and update customer information in a database.
  • Records Management: Collected, organized, and issued library resources, along with cataloguing, and maintained accurate records.

LIBRARY ASSISTANT & RECORDS MANAGEMENT INTERN

ZAMBIA CONSOLIDATED COPPER MINES (ZCCM – IH)
Ndola/Kalulushi
05.2014 - 10.2014
  • Data Collection and Analysis: Collected data on retiree miners, analyzed the data, and created a database for easy access to records.
  • Records Management: Managed and maintained the records, ensuring their accuracy and accessibility.
  • Warehouse Management: Oversaw the organization and management of the records warehouse, ensuring systematic storage and retrieval processes.

Education

Degree - Development Studies

ZAMBIA CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY
Kalulushi, Zambia
07.2025

Certificate - Library and Information Science

ZAMBIA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Ndola, Zambia
12.2014

Skills

  • Business development
  • Territory expansion
  • Account management
  • Problem solving
  • Data analysis
  • CRM and Microsoft tools
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Negotiation skills
  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft tools
  • Good time management
  • LinkedIn marketing skills

Languages

Proficient in English, Bemba, Nyanja and Chewa

References

References upon request.

Timeline

ASSISTANT SALES MANAGER & BRANCH MANAGER

MINECON SAFETY EQUIPMENT ZAMBIA LIMITED
08.2023 - 01.2024

COMMUNICATIONS & CAREER SERVICE SPECIALIST

ZAMBIA INDUSTRIAL TRAINING ACADEMY (A UN IMPLEMENTED PPDP)
08.2020 - 03.2023

RESEARCH ASSISTANT

USAID DISCOVER HEALTH/JSI
01.2018 - 02.2018

LIBRARY ASSISTANT & RECORDS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

UNIVERSITY OF ZAMBIA MAIN CAMPUS LIBRARY
10.2014 - 01.2015

LIBRARY ASSISTANT & RECORDS MANAGEMENT INTERN

ZAMBIA CONSOLIDATED COPPER MINES (ZCCM – IH)
05.2014 - 10.2014

Degree - Development Studies

ZAMBIA CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY

Certificate - Library and Information Science

ZAMBIA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

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