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Kaone Miranda Searobi

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Summary

Results-driven Social Work and Disability Support professional with 6+ years of experience coordinating special needs services and student welfare programs at national and institutional levels. Holds a Master of Business Administration, Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, and Diploma in Social Work, complemented by specialized training in Leadership and Management in Health. Offers a distinctive combination of strategic oversight, disability inclusion, and institutional development skills. Demonstrates ability to lead inclusive education initiatives, build stakeholder partnerships, and deliver support services for learners with special needs in higher education. Possesses in-depth knowledge of disability rights, counseling, case management, and M&E principles. Recognized for fostering inclusive environments and securing funding to improve service delivery. Serves as a Gender Equality and Inclusion Board Committee Member at the Botswana National Olympic Committee, representing persons with disabilities at the national level and championing inclusive policies in sport and education.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

STUDENT WELFARE OFFICER

Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources
03.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated academic and social support services for students with disabilities, resulting in a 100% pass rate for all special needs learners in the previous semester.
  • Designed and delivered over 8 disability awareness presentations across multiple faculties and departments, significantly enhancing institutional inclusivity and fostering a culture of empathy and accessibility.
  • Engaged and collaborated with sponsors to secure assistive devices and implement specialized learning support services, including the provision of scribes for students with learning disabilities.
  • Planned and supervised examination arrangements for learners with special needs, ensuring appropriate room allocation, seating, and support in line with inclusive education standards.
  • Provided holistic counseling and psychosocial support to learners with special needs, addressing academic, social, and personal development challenges to improve well-being and performance.
  • Managed student accommodation allocation and ensured the effective upkeep and functionality of university residential facilities, promoting a safe and inclusive living environment.
  • Negotiated a 26% increase in monthly caretaker allowances with sponsors to ensure uninterrupted support for students with severe disabilities.
  • Implemented individualized support plans based on recommendations from healthcare professionals to enhance student access and academic participation.
  • Represented BUAN at external disability forums and professional events, advocating for inclusive practices and sharing institutional experiences in disability support.
  • Led fundraising efforts, successfully mobilizing P70,000 to acquire an assistive device that improved the independence and quality of life for a student with physical disabilities.
  • Developed and enforced inclusive student support policies, positively impacting the learning experience of over 1,500 students annually.
  • Maintained confidentiality of client information, adhering to strict ethical guidelines set forth by regulatory bodies and organizational policies.

BOARD MEMBER

Botswana National Olympic Committee
08.2022 - Current
  • Championed the development and implementation of gender-sensitive and disability-inclusive policies within the national sports framework to promote equitable access and participation.
  • Represented the interests of athletes and individuals with disabilities, ensuring their rights and voices were integrated into decision-making at all organizational levels.
  • Provided expert guidance on disability and gender inclusion strategies, aligning policy initiatives with global standards such as the UNCRPD and IOC Gender Equality Framework.
  • Reviewed and evaluated organizational policies, procedures, and programs to enhance accessibility and inclusion for individuals of all genders and ability levels.
  • Collaborated with government agencies, NGOs, sports federations, and international partners to strengthen multi sectoral approaches to inclusive sport development.
  • Led and supported awareness campaigns and educational workshops aimed at promoting gender equity and disability rights in sport and recreation.
  • Monitored progress against national inclusion benchmarks and recommended targeted interventions to address systemic gaps in participation and access.
  • Facilitated capacity-building workshops for coaches, administrators, and athletes, equipping them with tools to implement gender sensitivity and inclusive practices.
  • Contributed to resource mobilization initiatives by identifying and supporting funding and partnership opportunities for inclusive sports programs.
  • Represented the Botswana National Olympic Committee (BNOC) at national, regional, and international forums, advocating for inclusive policies and sharing best practices in disability and gender inclusion.

NATIONAL COORDINATOR

Botswana Federation of the Disabled
02.2021 - 02.2023
  • Oversaw national disability inclusion projects; led stakeholder engagement efforts.
  • Organized capacity-building workshops and national dialogues on disability rights.
  • Advocated for ratification of the AU Disability Rights Protocol.
  • Spearheaded policy engagement forums, securing national disability commitments.
  • Mobilized resources and led proposal development for organizational funding.
  • Provided strategic oversight and support to 12 affiliate organizations across multiple districts, while leading resource mobilization efforts to enhance their operational capacity and program sustainability.

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

Department of Tertiary Education and Financing
11.2020 - 01.2021
  • Provided career counseling and assisted with student loan applications.
  • Handled administrative duties including results verification and client queries.
  • Thoroughly assessed application documents and achieved a 100% success rate of all the applications I processed.

POVERTY ERADICATION OFFICER

Goodhope Sub District Council
02.2019 - 03.2020
  • Lead proposal writing and resource mobilization for poverty eradication projects.
  • Monitored 75+ income-generating projects and provided business training.
  • Revived 35% of previously failed income-generating projects through strategic interventions, stakeholder engagement, and continuous monitoring.
  • Developed M&E concept paper for project improvement.
  • Delivered psychosocial support and liaised with funding stakeholders.
  • Trained 200+ beneficiaries in business management and project management.

BOARDING MATRON (PART-TIME)

Ministry of Basic Education
07.2018 - 01.2019
  • Provided 24/7 welfare support to 250 boarding students, ensuring safety and discipline compliance.
  • Monitored welfare of boarding students and providing them with psychotherapy support.

SENIOR PROGRAMMES OFFICER

Stepping Stones International
01.2018 - 06.2018
  • Managed program implementation across Kgatleng District, supporting 400+ orphans and vulnerable children.
  • Facilitated stakeholder forums on child rights and human development.
  • Exceeded quarterly program targets by 15%, leading to increased donor funding.
  • Supervised 5 Drop-in Centres and a team of 26, improving service access for vulnerable populations.

ALCOHOL LEVY PROJECT MANAGER

Botswana Retired Nurses Society
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Coordinated stakeholders, monitored project compliance, and led reporting.
  • Led substance abuse counselling impacting over 300 households.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Unicaf University
Malawi
07.2021

Bachelor’s Degree - Social Work

University of Botswana
Botswana
10.2015

Diploma - Social Work

University of Botswana
Botswana
10.2011

Skills

  • Special Needs Support & Counseling
  • Disability Inclusion & Advocacy
  • Case Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Networking
  • Academic & Social Support for Learners
  • Project Planning & Coordination
  • Fundraising & Proposal Writing
  • Monitoring & Evaluation
  • Workshop Facilitation & Training
  • Confidentiality & Ethics
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Fund mobilization and Proposal Writing

Certification

  • University of Washington, Post Graduate Certificate, Leadership and Management in Health, 06/2022
  • Skilling SA, Supporting at Risk and Struggling Students, 07/2024
  • Kanye Administrative Authority-Fire Department, First Aid Level 1, 10/2019

References

  • Onneetse Marekwa, Senior Administration Officer, BUAN, 76 494 761, 3650330, omarekwa@buan.ac.bw
  • Mr. Patrick Tlotleng, Acting District Commissioner, +267 6596356, +267 71531152, ptlotleng@gov.bw
  • Boikhutso Majang, Woman Chairperson, Botswana Federation for the Disabled, 72 981 459
  • Lillian Keromang, Senior Home Economics Officer, +267 6251521, +267 72721542, keromanglily@gmail.com

Timeline

STUDENT WELFARE OFFICER

Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources
03.2023 - Current

BOARD MEMBER

Botswana National Olympic Committee
08.2022 - Current

NATIONAL COORDINATOR

Botswana Federation of the Disabled
02.2021 - 02.2023

ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

Department of Tertiary Education and Financing
11.2020 - 01.2021

POVERTY ERADICATION OFFICER

Goodhope Sub District Council
02.2019 - 03.2020

BOARDING MATRON (PART-TIME)

Ministry of Basic Education
07.2018 - 01.2019

SENIOR PROGRAMMES OFFICER

Stepping Stones International
01.2018 - 06.2018

ALCOHOL LEVY PROJECT MANAGER

Botswana Retired Nurses Society
01.2017 - 12.2017

Master of Business Administration -

Unicaf University

Bachelor’s Degree - Social Work

University of Botswana

Diploma - Social Work

University of Botswana

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