Derek NKURANGA
@dereknkuranga
Customer Service Specialist blending technical support and sales to resolve issues fast.
What I'm looking for
I’m a highly motivated and bilingual Customer Service Specialist with 6+ years of expertise across telecommunications, sales, technical support, and healthcare. As a primary point of contact for customer inquiries via phone and email, I deliver clear, empathetic communication and resolve questions efficiently while maintaining accuracy under pressure.
I’m proficient in de-escalation, active listening, and building lasting customer relationships, and I support billing inquiries, account changes, and service troubleshooting. I also manage ticketing and CRM updates using Zendesk, Freshdesk, and Salesforce, while proactively promoting products and services to help meet sales targets.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Call Center Agent
Rogers Canada
Aug 2023 - Nov 2025 (2 years 3 months)
Served as a primary point of contact for customer inquiries via phone and email, providing clear and empathetic support. Updated customer details in CRM systems and managed ticketing for billing, account changes, and service troubleshooting.
Customer Representative (Sales)
Foundever
Jan 2022 - Jun 2023 (1 year 5 months)
Resolved customer complaints and escalated cases to improve customer satisfaction and restore trust. Promoted products and services and recommended tailored solutions based on customer needs.
Call Center Agent
CCI Rwanda
Mar 2021 - Nov 2021 (8 months)
Provided customer support including digital communication and customer experience management, handling inquiries with attention to detail and professionalism. Resolved financial issues while following compliance and policy requirements, using ticketing/CRM tools to manage and escalate problems.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Fanshawe College
Bachelor of Arts, Business Administration
Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Fanshawe College in Ontario.
Riviera High School
High School Diploma, Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry)
Completed a high school diploma with a science-focused curriculum covering physics, biology, and chemistry.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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Skills
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