Moitlamo Galekhutle
Mahalapye
Summary
Results-oriented Monash University graduate with a strong public relations and media industry background. Moitlamo brings valuable experience from the criminal justice industry, excelling as an anti-corruption officer. Her exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills have contributed to the success of numerous high-quality publications. Her ability to work independently and handle assignments with dedication sets Moitlamo apart. Consistently exceeds expectations, making Moitlamo a valuable asset to any team. Quick learning abilities and proficiency in computer skills make Moitlamo well-equipped to excel in any professional setting.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anti-Corruption Officer - Investigations
Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime-DCEC
Gaborone, Botswana
09.2022 - Current
- Receiving and Assessing Complaints: Evaluate allegations of corruption, fraud, bribery, abuse of power, and related misconduct.
- Conducting Investigations: Gather evidence through interviews, surveillance, audits, and document analysis; Conduct field investigations, inspections, and undercover operations if needed.
- Evidence Collection and Management: Collect, document, and preserve physical, digital, and testimonial evidence in accordance with legal standards; Maintain a clear chain of custody for all evidence.
- Analyzing Financial Records: Trace illicit financial flows, money laundering activities, and conflicts of interest through forensic auditing and financial analysis.
- Interviewing Witnesses and Suspects: Conduct formal interviews and obtain statements from witnesses, whistleblowers, suspects, and other involved parties.
- Preparing Investigation Reports: Draft detailed, clear, and factual reports outlining findings, analysis, and recommendations for prosecution or administrative action.
- Collaborating with Other Agencies: Work with law enforcement, regulatory bodies, and prosecution authorities locally and internationally.
- Maintaining Confidentiality: Ensure all investigations and information gathered are handled with the utmost confidentiality and integrity.
- Legal Compliance: Ensure all investigations comply with legal frameworks, anti-corruption laws, human rights standards, and internal protocols.
- Testifying in Legal Proceedings: Appear in court or disciplinary hearings to present evidence and testify regarding investigation findings.
- Training and Capacity Building: Participate in trainings on ethics, anti-corruption laws, investigative techniques, and whistleblower protection.
Board Member
Mahalapye Subordinate Land Board
Mahalapye, Botswana
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Administration: Administer Tribal Land in trust for the benefit of the citizens of Botswana with specific emphasis on determining and varying Tribal Land grants.
- Land Management: Management of land and formulation of strategies to facilitate access and utilization of land for the socio-economic development of the country
- Conflict Resolution: Resolution of conflict of Land administration-related matters.
- Monitoring: Monitoring land use and development of land within areas of jurisdiction
- Implementation: Developing, monitoring, and implementing land policies in accordance with provisions of the Tribal Land Act.
Transcriber/Translator
Family Health International [FHI360]
Gaborone, Botswana
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Transcription: Listened to recorded research interview dictation and transcribed information into word documents format using the Express Scribe Transcription Software.
- Translation: Translated interviews conducted in Setswana into English. In addition, I translated abbreviations and jargon into long form during transcription process.
- Data Entry: Performed data entry tasks from quantitative questionnaires and quantitative sections of interview guides.
- Feedback Reporting: Participated in feedback sessions with my supervisor to discuss progress of transcription/translation and also to give feedback on the quality of responses received from the interviews.
- Compliance: Met all confidentiality guidelines as directed by the organization by ensuring proper handling and safekeeping of interview guides, questionnaires, electronic files in order to protect participants' confidentiality.
Assistant Public Relations Officer
Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
Gaborone, Botswana
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Media liaison: Assisted in packaging and disseminating relevant corporate information internally and externally to the Ministry's customers, and stakeholders through appropriate media.
- Communication Strategy: Contributed to the development of the Ministry's communication strategy.
- Press Collaboration: Forged strong media relationships with media houses to further public relations goals.
- Media Coverage and Photography: Provided media coverage for the Ministry events and activities such as Kgotla meetings, conventions, workshops and commemorations among others.
- Writing: Writing news articles for the Ministry Publications such as Bathopele Magazine and Bathopele Weekly e-bulletin
- Research: Conducted research on topics covered on the Ministry publications and compiled the information into articles.
- Editing and Proofreading: As Sub-editor for Bathopele Publications I was responsible for proofreading and editing all Ministry Publications such media reports, articles submissions, speeches, media invitations and press releases before publication or presentation.
- Event management: Assisted in the organizing of Ministry events by handling aspects such as venue bookings, preparing press invitations and sending them out to various media houses.
Public Relations Intern
Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
Gaborone, Botswana
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Media Coverage and Photography: Provided media coverage for the Ministry events and activities such as Kgotla meetings, conventions, workshops and commemorations among others.
- Writing: Writing news articles for the Ministry Publications such as Bathopele Magazine and Bathopele Weekly e-bulletin
- Editing: Sub-editor for Bathopele Publications; responsible for proofreading and editing all Ministry Publications such media reports, articles, media invitations and press releases before publication.
- Coordination of meetings: Coordinating the weekly editorial meetings and providing feedback on the responses and quality of responses provided by our readers.
- Office management: scheduling interview appointments for the Public Relations Unit team, preparing and filling of the Publications sub-unit weekly meetings agendas and minutes, screening incoming calls, handing those within capacity and reroute as appropriate.
- Teamwork: worked with the communications team to drive external promotion of ministry, initiatives, guiding principles and mission.
Transcriber/Data Entry Clerk
Population Service International [PSI]
Gaborone, Botswana
01.2013 - 01.2013
- Transcription: Listened to recorded dictation and transcribed research information into word documents format.
- Data Entry: Capturing research data from interview questionnaires using Statistical Package for Social Sciences software, [SPSS].
- Feedback Reporting: Provided feedback on the quality of responses received from the interviews.
- Translation: Translated interview responses from Setswana to English. In addition, I translated abbreviations and jargon into long form during transcription process.
- Compliance: Met all confidentiality guidelines as directed by company.
Tutor
Monash University
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Tutoring: Conducted tutorial services for the Foundation Program students to provide academic support in computer systems and word processing. Provided one-on-one and group tutoring instruction for students.
- Mentoring: Responded to after-hours email and telephone requests to provide assistance with specific questions.
- Record keeping: Updated required logs and student documentation to keep records accurate and current.
- Evaluation and Documentation: Evaluated and documented student progress and behaviour, recommending tactics to improve tutoring effectiveness.
- Feedback Reporting: Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence. Provided feedback on students, performance to lecturers.
Transcriber
Christ Embassy and You Magazine
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Verbatim Transcription: Performed word-for-word transcription of sermons recorded in CDs and DVD formats.
- Compilation and Editing: Compiling the transcribed information into magazine articles. In addition, I proofread and edited the articles before submission for publication.
- Research: Researched on various topics, [e.g. health, fitness travel, cooking] that were covered in the magazine and used the research information to compile and write articles.
Personal Assistant/Secretary
Believers’ Loveworld Monash Campus Fellowship
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Secretarial: Prepared agendas for meetings and recorded minutes during meetings. Answered a high volume of phone calls and email inquiries. Organized and updated schedules for executives of the society.
- Filing/Record Keeping: Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
- Report Writing: Wrote and submitted reports for the activities of the fellowship on daily, monthly and quarterly basis.
- Events management: Organizing meetings and events for the society by handling venue bookings, invitations, and arranging for catering and transport needs.
- Database management: Managed society databases such as financial, attendance, membership databases.
- Reliability and Compliance: Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in a professional manner. Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Communications and Media Studies
Monash University
Johannesburg, South Africa10-2012
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Madiba Senior Secondary School
Mahalapye10-2006
Skills
- Critical and analytical skills
- Effective communication skills
- Analytical problem-solving
- Ethical decision-making
- Client-centric approach
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Office equipment proficiency
- Adaptability to change
- Collaborative team member
- Keen attention to detail
- Proficient in time management
- Self-driven professional
Certification
- Managing Financial Investigations and Asset Recovery Course, - Training - Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre/Africa Development Bank - July 2024
- Basic Investigative Skills and Techniques - Training - 2023
References
Sedilame O., Bagani, Research Analyst/Supervisor, makarov5@yahoo.vom, +267 72 207 749, Population Service International[PSI], Botswana
Timeline
Anti-Corruption Officer - Investigations
Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime-DCEC
09.2022 - Current
Board Member
Mahalapye Subordinate Land Board
01.2020 - 08.2022
Transcriber/Translator
Family Health International [FHI360]
01.2017 - 01.2017
Assistant Public Relations Officer
Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
01.2015 - 01.2016
Public Relations Intern
Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
01.2013 - 01.2015
Transcriber/Data Entry Clerk
Population Service International [PSI]
01.2013 - 01.2013
Tutor
Monash University
01.2010 - 01.2011
Transcriber
Christ Embassy and You Magazine
01.2009 - 01.2011
Personal Assistant/Secretary
Believers’ Loveworld Monash Campus Fellowship
01.2009 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Communications and Media Studies
Monash University
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Madiba Senior Secondary School