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Thato Refilwe Karing'u

Growth And Compliance Officer
Gaborone

Summary

Experienced Sales & Marketing Manager with a strong track record of driving sales, developing effective marketing strategies, and fostering client relationships. Skilled in meeting and exceeding sales targets, budgeting, and financial management. Proven ability in social media marketing, content creation, and managing marketing campaigns. Adept at training and mentoring sales teams, supporting insurance sales goals, and optimizing content marketing campaigns. Proficient in customer service, CRM system management, and cross-selling techniques. Dedicated to delivering excellent service, motivating teams, and creating business strategies to enhance profitability. Well-versed in product development, brand positioning, and client relationship management. A results-driven professional with a diploma in Public Relations and a passion for achieving business objectives. Currently serving as a Growth & Compliance Officer at Tronica PTY LTD.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Growth & Compliance Officer

Tronica PTY LTD
Gaborone, Gaborone
01.2025 - Current

1. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

  • Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and management of Human Resources.
  • Ensure compliance with Botswana’s labor laws, personal information protection regulations, and other applicable legal requirements.
  • Develop and implement HR policies and procedures to support operational efficiency.

2. CUSTOMER RELATIONS MANAGEMENT (CRM)

  • Assign and supervise Human Resources to manage relationships with customers and suppliers effectively.
  • Ensure consistent and high-quality service delivery to maintain customer satisfaction and foster strong supplier partnerships.

3. MARKETING AND BUSINESS GROWTH

  • Develop and execute marketing strategies to drive brand awareness and revenue growth.
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the company’s market presence.
  • Monitor and analyze market trends to align strategies with business objectives.

Sales & Marketing Manager

Active Drive Capital Insurance (PTY) LTD
Gaborone, Gaborone
08.2023 - 01.2025
  • Generating sales and meeting sales targets
  • Maintaining good relationships with clients
  • Budgeting and financial management
  • Writing weekly and monthly reports
  • Social media marketing content creation and management
  • Preparing quotations for clients •
  • Manage all marketing strategies and campaigns by working with vendors, insurance agents, sales agents and other marketing team members •
  • Support insurance sales and brand awareness goals through events and other marketing initiatives, that foster new relationships and engage already existing members of the target audience groups •
  • Test, report on and optimize content marketing campaigns, digital sponsorships, paid media, events and to ensure a positive cost-per lead ratio that drives Marketing Qualified leads •
  • Graphics Designing
  • Proactively monitor emerging trends within the insurance and marketing industry, fagging relevant reports to managers, as needed •
  • Explaining pros and cons of all insurance packages to prospective clients
  • Prepare tailored insurance offers for their specific needs
  • Track marketing campaigns, events, e-marketing and subscriber lists, and other necessary information in CRM systems •
  • Revisiting old clients' policies and checking if they need an update.
  • Outlined marketing strategies and developed collateral in close collaboration with product management personnel

Customer Service Representative

Orinoco Call Center
Gaborone, Gaborone
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Delivered top-tier customer service and support
  • Implemented cross-selling and up-selling techniques to drive sales
  • Managed CRM databases, ensuring customer retention and satisfaction
  • Developed scripts and training programs to enhance service delivery
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees by providing training on call center protocols
  • Processed customer orders and handled contract approvals and terminations
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Managed approximately 100 incoming calls, per day from customers

General Manager

Dikwididi Mart
Gaborone, Gaborone
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Managed daily business operations, including financial planning and stock control
  • Trained and mentored sales teams to boost performance
  • Created and executed marketing strategies to enhance profitability
  • Conducted financial forecasting to ensure business stability and growth
  • Implemented new inventory management systems to optimize stock levels
  • Negotiated supplier contracts, reducing operational costs
  • Developed and arranged promotional material and in-store displays
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Responded to customer complaints and concerns professionally
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.

Operations & Distribution Manager

Brahman Meat Market
Gaborone, Gaborone
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Develop a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction through meeting sales and marketing targets
  • Responsible for product development, brand positioning, client relationship
  • Oversee and manage a human resources performance appraisal system that drives high performance for subordinates
  • Implementing new sales plans and advertising.
  • Provided administrative support to management, resulting in improved efficiency in daily operations
  • Managed daily operations such as cashiering, stocking, and merchandising to ensure smooth store operations
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and accurate inventory data.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance activities, scheduling repairs as needed to keep equipment operating at peak efficiency.
  • Controlled inventory transactions to reconcile ordering processes with demand forecasts.
  • Managed more than 6 vendor or suppliers relationships

Sales & Marketing Manager

Enet Solutions
Gaborone, Gaborone
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Promoting the company's existing brands and introducing new products to the market
  • Analyzed sales and marketing data for improved strategies.
  • Conducted market research to identify new business opportunities and stay ahead of industry trends.
  • Improved brand visibility with well-executed promotional campaigns and engaging social media content.
  • Analyzing budgets, preparing annual budget plans, scheduling expenditures, and ensuring that the sales team meets their quotas and goals
  • Researching and developing marketing opportunities and plans, understanding consumer requirements, identifying market trends, and suggesting system improvements to achieve the company's marketing goals
  • Recruiting, training, scheduling, coaching, and managing marketing and sales teams to meet sales and marketing human resource objectives
  • Maintaining relationships with important clients by making regular visits, understanding their needs, and anticipating new marketing opportunities
  • Developed a comprehensive marketing strategy that increased brand awareness and drove sales
  • Established and maintained relationships with key clients, resulting in increased customer loyalty

Education

Certificate of Proficiency (COP) - Short-term, Core Knowledge, Risk Analysis, Reinsurance, Contract Law, And Risk Management

Core Knowledge
Gaborone, Botswana
05.2024 - 07.2024

Diploma - Public Relations

Gaborone Institute of Professional Studies
Gaborone, Botswana
01.2010 - 12.2010

Skills

  • Sales Strategy & Target Achievement

  • Marketing & Brand Management

  • Advertising

  • Attention to detail

  • Data entry

  • Problem-solving

  • Relationship management

  • Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

  • Digital & Social Media Marketing

  • Compliance & Regulatory Adherence

  • Business Development & Growth Strategies

  • Budgeting & Financial Planning

  • Team Leadership & Training

Additional Information

Lorato Molosiwa from Active Drive Capital Insurance(PTY)LTD

sales@activedriveinsurance.co.bw | 75606220


Mr Patrick Gathingi from Brahman Meat Market

patrickgathingi@gmail.com | 72467346


Mr Dennis Muhia from Enet Solutions

dmuhia@enet.co.bw | 72728401

Timeline

Growth & Compliance Officer

Tronica PTY LTD
01.2025 - Current

Certificate of Proficiency (COP) - Short-term, Core Knowledge, Risk Analysis, Reinsurance, Contract Law, And Risk Management

Core Knowledge
05.2024 - 07.2024

Sales & Marketing Manager

Active Drive Capital Insurance (PTY) LTD
08.2023 - 01.2025

Customer Service Representative

Orinoco Call Center
04.2023 - 07.2023

General Manager

Dikwididi Mart
01.2020 - 01.2022

Operations & Distribution Manager

Brahman Meat Market
01.2019 - 01.2020

Sales & Marketing Manager

Enet Solutions
01.2017 - 01.2019

Diploma - Public Relations

Gaborone Institute of Professional Studies
01.2010 - 12.2010
Thato Refilwe Karing'uGrowth And Compliance Officer