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chipilu ndafikumbwa

@chipilundafikumbwa

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Experienced administrative and finance professional with strong leadership skills.

Zambia

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values teamwork, offers growth opportunities, and allows me to leverage my finance and administrative skills.

I am a dedicated administrative, finance, human resource, logistics, and procurement leader with over six years of experience in both non-governmental organizations and private companies. My expertise lies in prioritizing and delegating administrative tasks to drive goal achievement, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and fostering a productive work culture.

Throughout my career, I have successfully managed financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, and compliance with donor requirements. I have a proven track record of enhancing organizational efficiency through effective resource allocation and meticulous financial management. My commitment to training and mentoring top talent has cultivated a collaborative environment that promotes growth and innovation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Finance, Admin, HR, H&S, Logistics Officer

NIRAS - Zambia Dairy Transformation Programme

Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)

Managed comprehensive financial operations, including daily accounting, reporting, budgeting, and petty cash management, ensuring compliance with donor policies. Oversaw human resources, logistics, procurement, and administrative functions, including recruitment, travel coordination, and office management. Developed and implemented health and safety programs, conducted audits, and ensured regulato

Xero Financial Reporting Budgeting HR Management Logistics Procurement Health and Safety Office Management Policy Development Auditing

Finance and Administrative Officer

NIRAS - Zambia Dairy Transformation Programme

Jan 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 11 months)

Prepared monthly financial reports, reconciliations, and budget monitoring, ensuring compliance with donor requirements. Managed petty cash, processed payments, and supported audit processes. Coordinated travel arrangements, maintained filing systems, and provided administrative support for procurement and HR functions.

Financial Reporting Budget Management Reconciliations Petty Cash Procurement Administrative Support Travel Coordination Audit

Accounts Clerk

Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate

Jan 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 11 months)

Recorded and categorized daily financial transactions using QuickBooks, maintaining accurate ledgers and journal entries. Managed petty cash, processed bank deposits, and assisted in preparing monthly financial reports. Maintained comprehensive filing systems for financial documents and supported year-end audits.

Quickbooks Petty Cash Bank Reconciliation Financial Reporting Audit

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Lusaka

Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration

Studied Business Administration at the University of Lusaka, focusing on core business principles and practices. Gained comprehensive knowledge in various aspects of business management.

Brentwood Open Learning College

Diploma, Business Administration

Completed a Diploma in Business Administration through Brentwood Open Learning College. This program provided foundational knowledge in business operations and management.

Brentwood Open Learning College

Diploma, Forensic Accounting

Obtained a Diploma in Forensic Accounting from Brentwood Open Learning College. This specialized program focused on accounting principles relevant to legal and investigative contexts.

National Institute of Public Administration

Technician Level, Accounting

Completed ZICA Technician Level, with one course remaining, at the National Institute of Public Administration. This program provided practical accounting skills and knowledge.

Lukulu Training Centre

Certificate, Computer Proficiency

Earned a Computer Proficiency Certificate from Lukulu Training Centre. This certificate demonstrates foundational computer skills essential for various professional roles.