Patrick Kalemba

Experience

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  DRC Embassy

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2008

  IT & Finance Consultant

  Started as consultant in the IT and Finance department. Was responsible for the processing of data as well as maintaining the database of the Embassy.

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  Computer Initiatives

  Jan 2008 - Oct 2014

  Senior Consultant

  Started as a consultant and went on to play multiple roles in different projects, mainly through the main product of the company: Microsoft Dynamics GP. Being Agile in our methodology, I have been in all Project Life Cycle, having multiple hats, and went on to be on a Partner Revenue Model. Being proactive and creative was a major skill to develop as we were able to solve complex problem with a simple solution.Developing an entire procurement workflow for clients such as Premier Foods, was the highlight of this journey. Show less

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  Braintree by Vox

  Nov 2014 - Nov 2019

  Senior Consultant

  From the acquisition of Computer Initiatives by Vox Telekom, I have continued to grow and to work with a larger client base. The core product focus was more on the Microsoft entire suite and not one specific product. Managing Project for large clients such as SAICA ( South Africa Institute Of Chartered Accountants) has been the highlight of this journey.

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  Kayalami Management Holdings

  Jan 2015 - now

  Non Executive Director

  Providing advices to the KMG board, assisting with the establishment of the company vision.KMG is a DR Congo based company that specialises in the event management.

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  Smart Business Solutions (Pty) Ltd

  Sept 2016 - now

  Managing Director

  A solid track record with solving complex problem of various industries by using the company moto: “Keep It Simple”. Being the driving force in improving revenue and profitability, company strategy, managing customer & supplier relationship, HR. Smart Business Solutions (Pty) Ltd, a consulting management firm, has been a leader in bringing its expertises in established Finance and IT markets, but also in new and innovative markets such as FinTech and Blockchain. Playing also a role as board adviser to different companies in the DRC market. Show less

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  Imvunge Makhedi Holdings (Pty) Ltd

  Jan 2020 - Jul 2021

  Chief Financial Officer

  Responsible for accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of the organization’s financial reporting. Imvunge Makhedi Holdings primarily role was to supply commodities through out the SADC region. Executing the supply of Maize Meal in the Katanga Province DRC was a challenging project and the highlight of this journey.