Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Digitalcompetence
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References
Organizationalmanagerialskills
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Lonjezo Msoni

Lonjezo Msoni

Lusaka,09

Summary

Excels at achieving targets, overcoming challenges, and building long-lasting client relationships. Takes initiative to complete tasks ahead of deadlines with minimal supervision. Possesses strong verbal and written communication abilities along with exceptional interpersonal skills. Adaptable to new and urgent responsibilities as they emerge. Skilled at public relations and client management. Collaborates seamlessly with teams to share duties and successes. Articulate, tactful, and comfortable interacting directly with clients. Dedicated to providing excellent customer service. Hard working, creative, innovative with strong leadership capabilities. Proficient at planning and managing time effectively. Experienced with Microsoft software packages.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Officer

Western Water and Sewerage Company Ltd
01.2020 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated with Public Relations team on advertising, promotions, and communicating district-level information to customers
  • Prepared job cards and submitted to Foreman for action
  • Received and addressed customer queries and complaints regarding statements; escalated complex billing issues to billing office
  • Collected daily production and distribution status reports; used insights to direct unresolved requests and issues to appropriate teams
  • Ensured timely monthly delivery of billing statements to all customers
  • Made public announcements regarding planned water supply disruptions due to maintenance
  • Compiled monthly complaint reports to identify strategies for improving customer service
  • Resolved customer complaints, answered questions, and provided information on procedures and policies
  • Received and referred customer complaints to commercial department for resolution.

Billing Officer

Western Water and Sewerage Company Ltd
05.2015 - 12.2019
  • Responsible for timely production and distribution of customer billing statements and maintenance of billing software and customer data to enable efficient revenue collection
  • Inputted meter reading schedules from districts into company billing system
  • Printed and distributed customer billing statements province-wide by month-end deadline
  • Prepared and submitted monthly billing report to Commercial Services Manager
  • Made accurate account adjustments based on advice from district teams
  • Verified and corrected customer billing details in database to ensure data quality
  • Updated customer database from start of new month until bill printing
  • Addressed and resolved customer billing inquiries and complaints; escalated unresolved issues to Manager
  • Oversaw company billing software system (Piano Billing) and ensured optimal performance.

Cashier

Western Water and Sewerage Company Ltd
02.2015 - 04.2015
  • Received customer payments by cash, check, or other methods and issued receipts acknowledging payments
  • Collected and safely deposited daily customer payments into bank accounts
  • Prepared daily, weekly, and monthly collection reports for supervisor
  • Maintained periodic balance sheets tracking transaction amounts and volumes
  • Recorded and entered billing data each month as assigned by supervisor.

Community Facilitator

WORLD VISION
04.2013 - 07.2014
  • Established community structures to support project implementation
  • Trained community members in basic financial management for low-income earners
  • Prepared monthly and quarterly reports for sector groups throughout project duration and submitted to M&E Officer
  • Monitored and supervised Center leaders to ensure equal distribution of incentives (farming inputs, gifts) to beneficiaries
  • Identified and recruited OVCs to be supported by the organization based on criteria
  • Collaborated with staff to ensure compliance with programmatic and financial regulations for project implementation.

Personal Assistant to the Director

GALAMUKANI CONSULTING
05.2011 - 05.2012
  • Maintained and updated the Director's calendar and scheduled appointments/travel
  • Composed correspondence, took dictation, and prepared meeting minutes
  • Answered phones, screened calls, and greeted visitors for the Director
  • Typed documents, memos, letters, and reports for the Director
  • Organized and coordinated logistics for senior management team meetings
  • Photocopied documents and managed office equipment and supplies
  • Facilitated communication between the Director's office and other departments/stakeholders
  • Handled mail distribution, filing, and records management
  • Oversaw office budget, stationery, and asset usage
  • Processed payments, deposits, and financial transactions accurately
  • Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information
  • Organized and maintained archives and semi-active records.

Education

Advanced Diploma in Business Administration -

Livingstone Institute of Business and Engineering Studies (ABMA)

School Certificate -

Sanje Secondary School

JSSLE Certificate -

Sanje Basic School Mumbwa

Skills

  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities Able to convey complex information clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences
  • Skilled at public speaking and presentations Experience giving sales pitches, training seminars, and status updates to groups of various sizes
  • Strong interpersonal skills Able to build rapport and maintain relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders Empathetic listener
  • Baking
  • Cooking
  • Strong customer service orientation with record of building loyalty and retention Develop rapport and act as trusted advisor to customers
  • Active listener who diagnoses customer needs and preferences Provide customized solutions tailored to individual requirements
  • Manage entire customer lifecycle from onboarding to ongoing support Aim to exceed expectations
  • Skilled at resolving complaints and de-escalating difficult situations Turn dissatisfied customers into brand advocates
  • Constantly seek customer feedback using surveys, interviews, and other methods Incorporate insights into process improvements
  • Excellent phone, email, and in-person communication skills Connect with customers on their channel of choice
  • Sales and upselling experience Present compelling offers and negotiate mutually beneficial deals
  • Knowledge of support tools like help desk software and live chat Optimize tech to enhance customer experience
  • Coordinate across teams including sales, account management, operations, and finance to provide seamless customer interactions
  • Analytical abilities to track key customer metrics like satisfaction, churn, lifetime value, and acquisition costs Identify areas for growth

Accomplishments

  • Increased customer satisfaction scores from 48% to 91% over a 36-month period by spearheading new quality assurance protocols.
  • Saved millions of kwachas in annual expenses by identifying redundancies in the customer service process and implementing automated solutions.
  • Reduced average call handle time by 3 minutes by creating knowledge base documents on common customer issues, reducing call volumes by 18%.
  • Maintained highest customer satisfaction rating on team for 3 consecutive quarters through excellent communication skills and knowledge of products/services.
  • Implemented new system to track customer issues and resolutions which decreased repeat calls by 22% within first 2 months.
  • Commended by management for calmly handling difficult customer issues, turning dissatisfied clients into loyal ones.

Digitalcompetence

Independent user, Independent user, Independent user, Independent user, Proficient user

Annexes

  • Copies of Diploma and qualifications
  • Testimonial of employment or work placement can be provided upon request.

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 10/21/1989
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Zambian
  • Driving License: Class B

References

  • Ms. Chilufya Bangwa, Human Resource Manager, Western Water and Sewerage Company Ltd, P.O Box 910445, Mongu, Zambia, +260979 314 346
  • Mr. Andrew Mambwe, Commercial Services Manager, Western Water and Sewerage Company Ltd, P.O Box 910445, Mongu, Zambia, +260979 720 640
  • Steady Phiri, Galamukani Consult, PO Box 32301, Lusaka, +260977 888 532
  • Mr. Pascal Sikuka, M & E Specialist, World Vision Zambia, Mumbwa ADP, Zambia, +260977755079

Organizationalmanagerialskills

  • Strong organizing and project management abilities. Able to juggle multiple priorities and oversee complex projects from start to finish.
  • Resourceful problem solver. Use strategic thinking to overcome obstacles and deliver results.
  • Excellent time management and ability to balance short- and long-term goals. Consistently meet tight deadlines.
  • Comfortable taking the lead and providing direction. Motivate teams to achieve common objectives.
  • Skilled at planning and delegation. Assign tasks and responsibilities to maximize team strengths.
  • Data-driven decision maker. Gather relevant information and perform analysis to make informed choices.
  • Budget management experience. Work within financial constraints. Identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Knowledge of HR functions like recruiting, training, compensation, and performance evaluation.
  • Understand importance of company culture and employee satisfaction. Create positive and collaborative work environments.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite software tools. Quickly learn new systems.
  • Ability to oversee multiple locations or departments. Ensure alignment across the organization.

Languages

English
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Customer Service Officer

Western Water and Sewerage Company Ltd
01.2020 - 05.2024

Billing Officer

Western Water and Sewerage Company Ltd
05.2015 - 12.2019

Cashier

Western Water and Sewerage Company Ltd
02.2015 - 04.2015

Community Facilitator

WORLD VISION
04.2013 - 07.2014

Personal Assistant to the Director

GALAMUKANI CONSULTING
05.2011 - 05.2012

School Certificate -

Sanje Secondary School

JSSLE Certificate -

Sanje Basic School Mumbwa

Advanced Diploma in Business Administration -

Livingstone Institute of Business and Engineering Studies (ABMA)
Lonjezo Msoni