Tshepo Tlhalerwa
Letlhakane,GA
Summary
Dynamic Community Investment Officer at Lucara Botswana, with a proven track record in SMME development, stakeholder engagement, and financial analysis. Expert in business advisory, identifying and managing potential startup businesses, and fostering business development. Proficient at public speaking and negotiation, driving successful outcomes for diverse stakeholders.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Investment Officer
Lucara Botswana
Letlhakane, Boteti
03.2025 - Current
- Identifying community investment opportunities.
- Implements and monitors the community investment projects.
- Community Investment Projects Management.
- Stakeholder Engagement.
Business Executive
Local Enterprise Authority
Kasane, Chobe
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Recommended financial options to SMMEs in accordance with the enterprise's short-term and long-term goals.
- Analyzed and proposed ways to improve the organization’s structures, efficiencies, and profits of the SMMEs.
- Providing analysis and guidance to businesses to help them with their investment decisions.
- Advised SMMEs on issues such as labor laws, licensing, human resource systems, marketing approaches, corporate law, and business process improvement.
Business Consultant
Local Enterprise Authority
Serowe, Central
06.2014 - 12.2021
- Analyzed financial records, including income statements and balance sheets, to assess performance of businesses.
- Assisted with creating marketing campaigns to increase sales and brand awareness.
- Facilitated workshops with stakeholders to discuss challenges faced by organizations.
- Developed and presented business plans for clients to assist in the decision-making process.
- Created financial projections based on market research data and industry trends.
- Helped SMMEs develop strategies for entering and remaining competitive in the marketplace.
Commercial Officer
Ministry of Trade and Industry
Gaborone, Gaborone
10.2008 - 05.2014
- Collaborated with internal teams to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, particularly the Trade Act and the Liquor Act.
- Responded to business inquiries and correspondences.
- Disseminated information on entrepreneurship-related issues through outreach programs organized by the Ministry of Trade and Industry.
- Advised local authorities on the issuance of business licenses.
- Assisted prospective applicants with information on licensing procedures and documentation required.
Supervisor
Statistics Botswana
Gaborone, Gaborone
05.2008 - 09.2008
- Supervised enumerators during the third Botswana AIDS Impact Survey (BAIS III) in 2008.
- Ensured that blood samples collected during the survey are delivered to the lab every week.
Direct Sales Representative
Standard Chartered Bank
Francistown, Francistown
10.2007 - 02.2008
- Sold personal loans.
- Promoted some of the bank’s products.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss strategies for achieving goals.
Debt Collector
Letsogo Debt Collectors and Auctioneers
Serowe, Central
11.2006 - 03.2007
- Developed strategies to collect on past due accounts while maintaining customer relationships.
- Following up with debtors, receiving payments, banking, capturing data, and compiling monthly reports.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Management And Economics
North West University
Mafikeng - South Africa10-2006
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Literacy - Basic Software
North West University
Mafikeng - South AfricaSkills
- Community investment
- Financial analysis
- Market research
- Stakeholder engagement
- Business development
- Customer service
- Negotiation skills
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Public speaking
- Business planning
- Community outreach
Languages
Setswana
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Community Investment Officer
Lucara Botswana
03.2025 - Current
Business Executive
Local Enterprise Authority
01.2022 - 02.2025
Business Consultant
Local Enterprise Authority
06.2014 - 12.2021
Commercial Officer
Ministry of Trade and Industry
10.2008 - 05.2014
Supervisor
Statistics Botswana
05.2008 - 09.2008
Direct Sales Representative
Standard Chartered Bank
10.2007 - 02.2008
Debt Collector
Letsogo Debt Collectors and Auctioneers
11.2006 - 03.2007
Bachelor of Commerce - Business Management And Economics
North West University
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Literacy - Basic Software
North West University
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