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Shalvah Katsande

Gaborone

Summary

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) graduate with a strong foundation in legal practice complemented by experience in project management, business administration, and public procurement. Proven ability to support corporate and financial legal processes through internships, legal clinics, and academic research. Skilled in legal drafting, strategic operations, and cross-functional task management across legal and business contexts. Brings native-level English proficiency and international tutoring experience, with a commitment to delivering high-quality results through integrity, precision, and a global outlook.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Online ESL Coordinator

IELTS Institute
01.2020 - Current
  • Tutored international students in English and legal writing (online).
  • Specialised in helping students prepare for IELTS, TOEFL, and academic writing.
  • Currently tutoring LLB students on legal research, citation, and drafting.
  • Boosted student confidence in spoken English skills by organizing engaging group discussions and role-play activities.
  • Inspired commitment to language acquisition through motivational speaking sessions, highlighting the benefits of mastering English for personal development and career advancement.

Legal Intern

Molao Matters Law Firm
06.2023 - 04.2025
  • Drafted a range of corporate and banking legal documents.
  • Gained practical exposure to corporate and financial law procedures.
  • Participated in high-stakes document reviews and compliance preparation.
  • Shadowed attorneys in client meetings, negotiations, and filings.
  • Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda, and correspondence.

Academic Legal Assistant

Law Department University of Botswana
09.2024 - 02.2025
  • Collaborated with law professors on research related to finance and regulatory frameworks.
  • Assisted in preparing and writing material for publication and legal argument development.
  • Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
  • Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.

Administrative Assistant

Contact Medequip
01.2021 - 11.2024
  • Tender procurement and client service delivery.
  • Handled customer communications and product support.
  • Administrative work and project management.
  • Maintained a professional office environment by ordering necessary supplies, managing inventory levels, and organizing workspaces.
  • Optimized website content, resulting in higher search engine rankings and organic traffic growth.

Data Entry Lead

Checkered Technologies
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Data capturing and digital marketing.
  • Managed digital communications and campaign reporting.
  • Project management over implementation new software.
  • Championed the adoption of advanced technological tools that significantly improved workflow efficiency while minimizing system downtime incidents.

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law

University of Botswana

A Levels - English Literature, Advanced History

International School of Walvis Bay
Walvis Bay
01.2018

IGCSE -

Maru-A-Pula School
01.2017

Skills

  • Legal drafting & analysis

  • Corporate & financial law support

  • Document management

  • Legal research

  • Project management

  • Excellent written & spoken English

  • Client relationship handling

  • Microsoft Office & legal IT tools

  • Cross-cultural communication

  • Attention to detail & confidentiality

  • Professional Writing and drafting

Certification

  • Certificate of Attendance, African Legal Education Seminar, 01/2025
  • Advanced Legal Drafting Workshops, University of Botswana
  • TEFL Certificate, Arizona State University

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)

Extra-Curricular Activities

Rotary Youth Exchange, 01/2016 - 12/2017 Model United Nations Reach Out Charity Campaign Online instruction: English to Foreign Students

Timeline

Academic Legal Assistant

Law Department University of Botswana
09.2024 - 02.2025

Legal Intern

Molao Matters Law Firm
06.2023 - 04.2025

Administrative Assistant

Contact Medequip
01.2021 - 11.2024

Data Entry Lead

Checkered Technologies
01.2021 - 02.2022

Online ESL Coordinator

IELTS Institute
01.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) - Law

University of Botswana

A Levels - English Literature, Advanced History

International School of Walvis Bay

IGCSE -

Maru-A-Pula School

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