Experience

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  Greene king

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2004

  Assistant manager

  Supervisory work at the old tea warehouse in London.

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  Bizzy bites poultry farm

  Feb 2007 - now

  Agriculturist

  Farming runs deep in my veins, and for the past 11 years, I have been involved in various forms of commercial agriculture and I have a feeling this will not stop any time soon. My journey began in 2007 with the pioneering of a super-intensive modern Piggery in our catchment area of Traditional Authority Bvumbwe in Blantyre, focusing on the then-trendsetting Trista pig breed. I have since ventured into horticulture, nurturing an orchard of organically grown peaches, which have now reached maturity and provide seasonal harvests. My passion for farming extends to poultry, where I raise an array of breeds including Local Chickens, Indian Kuroiler Chickens, Sassol and Black Australorp chickens, Muscovy Ducks, Rabbits, ISA Quail, Guinea Fowl, and Turkeys. Show less

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  Tepak international services (tis)

  Jun 2009 - Jul 2015

  Business development manager

  After holding significant roles in the FMCG industry both in the UK and Kenya, I transitioned to a pivotal role in the early stages of Tepak International Services. This startup, operating in the Customs clearing and Forwarding sector in Malawi, entrusted me as its sole employee at the time. It was a thrilling journey of learning, evolving, growing and brand expansion that transformed Tepak into a company with over 20 employees and a nationwide presence, boasting seven offices across the county.Amidst Malawi Revenue Authority's (MRA) transition from manual to computer-based systems, I held a multifaceted role, overseeing HR, Accounts, Licensing, and ensuring customer satisfaction. I was able to establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) across all departments nurtured the company's growth and ensured we made inroads in an industry that was notoriously difficult to penetrate for new entrants. Show less

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  Nt group (malawi)

  Aug 2015 - Aug 2020

  Head of finance and administration

  At NT Group, an international company hailing from Nantong City, China, with a presence in Malawi, I held a pivotal role as Head of Finance and Administration. In this unique position, I served as the representative for our 400-strong team in Malawi and acted as a bridge to our headquarters in China.My responsibilities spanned diverse areas: • Using experiences with start-ups in the past, I handled domestic taxation matters in Malawi. • Navigating the complexities of imports and exports between Malawi and China. • Streamlining logistics and optimizing supply chain management. • Managing HR functions and navigating industrial relations within our various factories. • Facilitating general liaison in a challenging language barrier environment.The journey was nothing short of exciting, requiring constant adaptation to align my work with our counterparts in China and the team in Malawi. In 2019, the company honored me with a trip to China, providing invaluable insight into the processes I had been working diligently to streamline throughout my tenure there. Show less

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  Field scope international

  Sept 2020 - Aug 2024

  General manager

  Being a General Manager within the distinguished SERMALO GROUP of companies involves maintaining a delicate balance between allocating resources and achieving business objectives in a timely manner. This intricate position requires a meticulous approach to ensure the seamless orchestration of overall organizational activities and processes. Central to my current role at Field Scope International is my involvement in the high-level plans and strategies that underscore our expansion within the African region. Whether addressing region-specific challenges or contributing with solutions to time-sensitive issues that reverberate across the entire group, I assume the responsibility of being the brand's representative, advocating for its interests and the well-being of its invaluable staff within the region. I create a work environment that is conducive to the success of Project Managers and Project coordinators in navigating their research projects to fruition. Furthermore, it is not uncommon for me to take on a hands-on role in project coordination in times of heightened activity or when unique circumstances arise. Show less

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  Sermalo group

  Sept 2020 - Aug 2024

  Group general manager

  I was named General Manager of a multi-national group of companies with a portfolio of 8 individual entities in September 2020. The 8 are involved in a wide range of commercial and charitable ventures, and I play different roles in each company, based on their unique requirements.

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  Afribalk connect

  Sept 2020 - Jan 2021

  Operations executive/ advisor
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  Paper plane engineers

  Jul 2023 - Aug 2024

  Business development manager

  I have been working closely alongside the Managing Director to develop entry strategies for our innovative 360-degree digital marketing firm. My role has entailed participating in critical decisions concerning the financial, legal, contractual, and administrative aspects of our operations in Malawi.As a hands-on manager, my responsibilities include: • Engaging with clients to pitch our services, understand their brand aspirations, and align their objectives, budget, and timelines with our team's capabilities. • Collaborating with our team to strategize and plan promotional marketing campaigns, both for external clients and internal entities within our group of companies. • Crafting compelling written content and captions for posts across various media platforms, including magazines and social media channels. • Continuously monitoring and evaluating the progress and success of client campaigns, and implementing necessary adjustments, with clear and effective communication. • Executing targeted direct marketing campaigns, such as email campaigns, and managing customer information efficiently using HubSpot, our CRM system. Show less