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Arnold Dzimiri

Arnold Dzimiri

Lusaka

Summary

A dedicated professional with a degree in Human Resource Management and a postgraduate degree in MBA General. Possesses 5 years of experience as a Loan Officer, demonstrating strong financial acumen and customer service skills. Additionally, brings 3 years of experience as an Internal Auditor, showcasing meticulous attention to detail and a strong understanding of compliance standards—a proven ability to thrive in high-pressure environments and contribute to organizational success through strategic decision-making and problem-solving.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Internal Auditor

Tottengram Fin Services
01.2021 - 2024

1. Risk Assessment: Identifying and assessing potential risks within an organization, including financial, operational, and compliance risks.

2. Audit Planning: Develop an audit plan that outlines the scope, objectives, and methodology of the audit process.

3. Process Evaluation: Reviewing and evaluating internal controls, policies, and procedures to ensure that policies are effective in safeguarding assets and managing risks.

4. Compliance Review: Ensuring that the organization is complying with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.

5. Financial Auditing: Examining financial records, transactions, and reporting to verify accuracy and detect any irregularities.

6. Reporting and Communication: Communicating audit findings and recommendations to management, including written reports and presentations.

7. Follow-up: Monitoring and tracking the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure that issues are addressed and resolved.

8. Advisory Role: Providing advice and guidance to management on improving internal controls, risk management processes, and operational efficiency.

Loan Officer

Tottengram Investments Ltd
04.2015 - 12.2020
  • Evaluate the worthiness of customers
  • Process loan applications and documentation
  • Interview applicants to determine their financial eligibility and feasibility
  • Answer clients' questions and provide information
  • Justify decisions (approvals/rejections) and report on them
  • Complete loan contracts and counsel clients on policies and restrictions
  • Maintain an active knowledge base of all of the organization’s loan products and an understanding of the qualifications required of each applicant
  • Build long-term, trusting relationships with customers
  • Ensure customer satisfaction at the highest possible level
  • Οperate in compliance with laws and regulations and adhere to lending compliance guidelines
  • Maintain a positive working relationship with internal departments and external contacts

Education

MBA - Business Administration

University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia
01.2022 - Current

Honors Degree in Human Resource Management - Business

Midlands State University
Gweru, Zimbabwe
01.2011 - 11.2014

Skills

1 Financial Acumen: Developed through 5 years of experience as a Loan Officer and an MBA degree, have a strong understanding of financial analysis, risk assessment, and lending practices


2 Compliance and Audit Skills: With 3 years of experience as an Internal Auditor, the individual is proficient in conducting audits, identifying control weaknesses, and ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies


3 Human Resource Management: The degree in Human Resource Management gave the individual a strong foundation in HR practices, such as employee recruitment, training, performance management, and labor relations


4 Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: honed through both the internal auditing role and the MBA program, the individual possesses strong analytical and critical thinking skills to assess complex situations and make strategic decisions


5 Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Given the diverse nature of the experience, the individual possesses strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, essential for roles in both finance and HR

Timeline

MBA - Business Administration

University of Zambia
01.2022 - Current

Internal Auditor

Tottengram Fin Services
01.2021 - 2024

Loan Officer

Tottengram Investments Ltd
04.2015 - 12.2020

Honors Degree in Human Resource Management - Business

Midlands State University
01.2011 - 11.2014
Arnold Dzimiri