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ISHMAEL CHANGONONA

Sydney,NSW

Summary

Talented Finance and logistician goes above and beyond basic administrative tasks and takes on multiple projects at once. Excellent work ethic and strength in boosting company morale. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt to working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating MR trucks well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

WYMAP GROUP
10.2023 - Current
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.

Bus Driver

Carbridge Pvt Ltd
08.2023 - Current
  • Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
  • Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.

Driver Coordinator

Strauss logistics Zimbabwe
08.2019 - 09.2022
  • Responded to customer messages regarding delivery issues
  • Enforced strict safety rules and regulations to protect workers and minimize company liability
  • Promoted transportation productivity agenda by focusing on asset optimization and improving fuel economy, payload cost-efficiency, route optimization, and wait times.
  • Inspected equipment, facilities, and vehicles regularly to assess safety
  • Negotiated third-party carrier capacity and rates within compliance for established route guides.
  • Met transportation service targets and delivered loads on time.

Assistant Finance and Administration Officer

Caritas Zimbabwe – Gokwe Diocese
09.2013 - 07.2019
  • Manages and reviews documents for the procurement of all supplies, equipment, and services for the organization and ensures compliance with the Procurement Policy and Procedures Manual, as well as applicable state laws
  • Managed daily payment processing and drafted related financial documents.
  • Maintains positive vendor relations
  • Evaluated budget plans and current costs to project trends and recommend updates
  • Oversaw the month-end closing process, prepared financial statements, and managed advanced reconciliation.

Crop Procurement Officer

Cotton Company of Zimbabwe
01.2010 - 08.2010
  • Gathered input and analyzed data to evaluate trends and make proactive adjustments to policies
  • Stayed up to date
  • Market trends, prices, and vendor options
  • Managed inventory control materials control accounting and supply reports
  • Inspected and evaluated the quality of purchased items to resolve shortcomings.

Bank Teller

CABS BANK
07.2007 - 01.2009
  • Adhered to strict guidelines regarding financial and customer data to avoid breaches and information misuse
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, service charges, and interest rates.
  • Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies.
  • Logged cashier's checks and other transactions to maintain accurate account records.
  • Identified customer financial needs, goals, and objectives and offered appropriate financial products to suit needs
  • Built and maintained client relationships through quality, personalized interactions.

Education

Master of Science - Supply Chain Management

Midlands State University
12.2023

Bachelor of Science - International Purchasing Logistics and Transport

Chinhoyi University of Technology
06.2016

Skills

  • Schedule coordination
  • Accounting Expertise
  • Corporate Communications
  • Internal controls development
  • Inspecting goods
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Route Optimization
  • Shipping and Receiving Management

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Additional Information

1. Sr Ivy Khoury Caritas Australia (Africa Programs Coordinator) +61400563808 IvyK@caritas.org.au

2. Lovenes Tirivavi Financer and Admin Officer Caritas Zimbabwe +263 779589312

3. Mugwagwa Munanzvi Supervisor CABS +263 777404874


Timeline

Truck Driver

WYMAP GROUP
10.2023 - Current

Bus Driver

Carbridge Pvt Ltd
08.2023 - Current

Driver Coordinator

Strauss logistics Zimbabwe
08.2019 - 09.2022

Assistant Finance and Administration Officer

Caritas Zimbabwe – Gokwe Diocese
09.2013 - 07.2019

Crop Procurement Officer

Cotton Company of Zimbabwe
01.2010 - 08.2010

Bank Teller

CABS BANK
07.2007 - 01.2009

Master of Science - Supply Chain Management

Midlands State University

Bachelor of Science - International Purchasing Logistics and Transport

Chinhoyi University of Technology

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