CRM Mission suite
Project Manager,
Foundation for the Realization of Economic Empowerme
Lusaka , Lusaka
01.2014 - 09.2016
- Foundation for the Realization of Economic Empowerment (FREE)
- Coordinate internal teams and external partners/vendors to ensure seamless project execution
- Guarantee on time delivery of all projects by effectively managing schedules and deadlines
- Ensure optimal allocation and availability of resources for project tasks
- Monitor and assess project performance utilizing suitable tools and techniques to ensure objectives are met
- Provide regular updates and escalate issues to management as necessary
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and alignment with project goals
- Build and sustain collaborative relationships with external partners and vendors
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation throughput the project lifecycle
- Assign project tasks to team members, considering individual strengths, skills and experience levels
- Continuously enhance leadership skills and apply them to improve team performance and project outcomes
- Participate in conferences and training sessions to maintain and enhance professional skills and knowledge
- Create and utilize spreadsheets and process maps to document project needs and workflows
- Oversee the entire export process, ensuring the smooth and compliant shipment of gemstones to international markets
- Coordinate the valuation and grading of gemstones, working closely with gemologists and industry experts to ensure accurate assessment before export
- Secure and manage all necessary documentation, including permits and certificates, to comply with international trade regulations and specific country requirements
- Plan, organize and manage the logistics of gemstone shipments, ensuring timely and cost effective delivery to global clients
- Collaborate with sales teams to develop strategies for entering new markets and increasing export sales
- Foster strong relationships with customs official, freight forwarders, and other key stake holders to facilitate efficient and complaint export operations
- Monitor and analyze export performance, providing regular reports to senior management and recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and profitability
- Ensure all export activities align with the company’s strategic goals and objectives, contributing to overall business growth.
