Charity Chanda
Kitwe ,Kitwe
Summary
Adept at leading teams in high-pressure environments, I honed my skills in structural firefighting and emergency response at Mufulira Municipal Council. My leadership and community relations efforts significantly enhanced safety protocols and team efficiency. With a strong foundation in fire safety and excellent communication, I consistently deliver results, ensuring public safety and team readiness. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification
5
5
Languages
Work History
Firefighter
Kitwe City Council
10.2020 - Current
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Educated the local community on fire safety practices through presentations at schools, businesses, and other public venues.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Participated in post-incident analyses to identify areas for improvement in departmental policies and procedures.
- Responded to emergency calls and provided medical assistance to injured individuals.
Firefighter
Mufulira Municipal Council
10.2013 - 10.2020
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
Education
Certificate - Primary School Teaching
Leomwe Teachers' Training College
11.2021
Certificate - Fire Prevention And Safety.
Zambia National Fire Service Training School
Kabwe 06.2015
Certificate - Grade 12
Nyenyezi Secondary School
11.1998
Skills
- Structural Firefighting
- Fire Safety
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Fitness and Agility
- Emergency Response
- Firefighting activities
- Leadership and supervision
- Community Relations
- Fire Hose Deployment
- Fire prevention
- Public Education
- Rescue equipment use
- Fire Control
- Fire Hydrant Operation
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Decision-Making
- Team Collaboration
- Excellent communication skills
- Capable to work under minimum supervision
- Problem solving
Certification
- Area of certification Training -Women in Leadership -(2016 February)- 14 days.
- Women in Leadership -(2023 April) - 7 days.
Languages
English
Intermediate (B1)
Swahili
Beginner (A1)
Nyanja
Advanced (C1)
Bemba
Advanced (C1)
Tonga
Beginner (A1)
Watching soccer, basketball, cooking, watching movies, going to the gym, reading and writing making
-Watching soccer.
- watching basketball.
- Playing netball.
- Cooking.
- Going to the gym.
- making friends.
- Reading and writing
Interests
Playing netball, playing tag of war, cooking, watching movies, listening to music, socialising, watching soccer and basketball, traveling
Firefighting and safety duties
Responding to emergencies
Equipment checking and cleaning
Hydrant inspections
Operating hydrants
Firefighting
Handling hazardous materials
Conducting fire drills
Maintaining physical fitness
Inspections of buildings
Conducting fire safety trainings
Sensitising the community on fire matters
Timeline
Firefighter
Kitwe City Council
10.2020 - Current
Firefighter
Mufulira Municipal Council
10.2013 - 10.2020
Certificate - Primary School Teaching
Leomwe Teachers' Training College
Certificate - Fire Prevention And Safety.
Zambia National Fire Service Training School
Certificate - Grade 12
Nyenyezi Secondary School
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