Selestine Akelo
@selestineakelo
Dedicated customer support specialist with strong analytical skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a passionate customer support specialist with a Diploma in Hospitality Management and extensive experience in the fintech and customer service sectors. My journey has equipped me with strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients. I thrive in team environments and enjoy helping others progress while also excelling in independent roles.
Currently, I serve as an IGaming Risk & Onboarding Specialist at Rapidpace Managed Services, where I focus on fraud detection and customer support. My previous roles have allowed me to contribute significantly to customer experience improvements and product development in dynamic environments. I am committed to continuous learning and growth, always seeking opportunities to enhance my skills and deliver exceptional service.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
IGaming Risk & Onboarding Specialist L1
Rapidpace Managed Services
Jun 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)
Analyzed patterns, behaviors, and anomalies to identify potential fraud attempts and continuously monitored customer accounts for unusual or suspicious activities. Provided assistance and support to customers who may have fallen victim to fraud, helping them recover their accounts and funds.
Pioneer Customer Support Specialist
Twino (Moneza Kenya)
Apr 2024 - Sep 2024 (5 months)
Conducted internal Alpha testing to identify and fix bugs and fraudulent activities, escalating feedback to the team leader. Contributed to developing brand identity, including logo, colors, messaging macros, product FAQs, and solutions for unrecognized chatbot text.
Customer Service Representative Level 2
Sendwave
Mar 2021 - Jun 2023 (2 years 3 months)
Provided app assistance and troubleshooting for users, helping them submit identification documents to fulfill compliance and regulatory requirements. Prevented fraud through various verification processes and assisted users in confirming transactions.
Customer Service Agent - Call Center Platform
Betin Kenya
Mar 2019 - Oct 2019 (7 months)
Built sustainable relationships and trust with customers through open and interactive communication, identifying current issues and ongoing problems that needed to be addressed. Handled incoming customer queries and resolved them firsthand, making follow-ups with clients to confirm satisfaction.
Customer Service Executive
Ison BPO Ltd
Nov 2017 - Mar 2019 (1 year 4 months)
Provided advice, information, and assistance to callers, attempting to resolve all inquiries on first contact. Accurately recorded details of calls and issues on logging software, maintaining a professional and courteous manner at all times.
Call Service Representative
Horizon Contact Center
Jul 2017 - Nov 2017 (4 months)
Managed large amounts of incoming calls, emails, chats, and social media queries, identifying and assessing customer needs to achieve satisfaction on first-hand resolution. Kept records of customer interactions, processed customer accounts, and filed documents in the CRM system.
Front Office and Reservation
Mombasa Continental Resort
Aug 2014 - Jan 2015 (5 months)
Managed front office operations and handled reservations for guests. Ensured smooth check-in and check-out processes and addressed guest inquiries.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Mount Kenya University
Diploma in Hospitality Management, Hospitality Management
Completed a comprehensive diploma program focusing on hospitality management principles and practices. Gained expertise in various aspects of hotel and restaurant operations.
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Certificate in Hospitality Management, Hospitality Management
Obtained a certificate in Hospitality Management, providing foundational knowledge in the industry. Developed essential skills for entry-level positions in hospitality.
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Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, General Studies
Completed secondary education, earning the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. Acquired a broad range of academic knowledge and foundational skills.
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