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Kafwanda Chipati

@kafwandachipati

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Highly competent CCNP-certified networking professional with extensive experience.

Zambia

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers opportunities for growth and a collaborative team environment where I can apply my networking skills and contribute to impactful projects.

I am a highly competent CCNP-certified networking professional with extensive experience in network administration, security, and troubleshooting. My proven ability to manage both physical and virtualized network environments ensures optimal performance, scalability, and security. I thrive in fast-paced environments and have a strong attention to detail, which allows me to maintain accurate asset data and perform quality checks effectively.

Throughout my career, I have developed strong communication skills, enabling me to create effective communication strategies and work collaboratively with stakeholders. My experience includes managing large volumes of asset data, converting it into usable information for teams, and administering customer service hotlines to address client grievances efficiently. I am committed to continuous learning and have successfully completed several Cisco Networking Academy courses, enhancing my technical skills in networking.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Data Asset Verification & Tagging Consultant

PACT Zambia

Aug 2024 - Sep 2024 (1 month)

Maintained accurate asset data to assist in program and project development. Performed data quality checks and audits to identify and resolve any errors or inconsistencies. Converted large volumes of asset data into usable information for the asset team and other stakeholders.

Data Management Data Analysis Data Quality Microsoft Office Suite Data Conversion

Data Asset Verification & Tagging Consultant

PACT Zambia

Jul 2023 - Jul 2023 (0 months)

Data Management Data Analysis Data Quality Microsoft Office Suite Data Conversion

Communications Officer

Mediciland Governance

Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 11 months)

Created communication strategies and worked with stakeholders to deliver key messages. Developed strong written and verbal communication skills. Administered customer service hotline to efficiently handle and rectify client grievances and questions.

Communication Strategy Stakeholder Engagement Written Communication Verbal Communication Customer Service Grievances Public Relations

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Zambia

CCNP Enterprise: Core Networking, Enterprise Networking

Achieved CCNP Enterprise: Core Networking certification. Gained proficiency in configuring L2 redundancy, advanced OSPF features, and IP services for secure enterprise networks. Developed expertise in wireless topologies, secure wireless networks, and advanced technologies for scalable network architectures.

University of Zambia

CCNAv7: Introduction to Networks, Computer Networking

Completed CCNAv7: Introduction to Networks course. Gained skills in configuring switches, end devices, and routers for network access. Developed proficiency in IPv4/IPv6 addressing, network connectivity verification, and basic network security practices.

University of Zambia

CCNAv7: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials, Computer Networking

Completed CCNAv7: Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials. Acquired expertise in configuring VLANs, inter-VLAN routing, and network redundancy using STP and EtherChannel. Developed skills in switch security, static routing, and WLAN configuration with security best practices.

University of Zambia

CCNAv7: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation, Computer Networking

Completed CCNAv7: Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation. Gained proficiency in configuring OSPFv2, implementing IPv4 ACLs, and setting up NAT services. Explored techniques for WAN scalability, network optimization, QoS, and the impact of virtualization and automation on networks.

Lakeroad PTA School

GCSE Secondary School Certificate, Secondary Education

Completed secondary education, earning the General Certificate of Secondary Education. Developed foundational academic skills across various subjects.