Education

August 2005/October 2010 Bachelor of Science Mathematics and Biological Sciences (combined major) at University of Botswana

July 2014/December 2014 Post Graduate Certificate in Enterprise Risk Management at Botswana Accountancy College

Experience

October 2013/February 2018 Senior Quality Officer at Botho University

JOB SUMMARY: To conduct internal quality assurance, risk management and accreditation engagements in accordance with laid down regulations and guidelines. Audit engagements covering testing of controls, reviewing risk exposures, evaluation of changes in systems and controls, development of process/procedures/guidelines/etc. and report writing.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Review and assess the functioning of systems, processes and controls.
 Identify, assess and evaluate risks affecting achieving University objectives.
 Manage document control process.
 Manage the implementation of all aspects of the risk function, including implementation of processes, tools and systems to identify, assess, measure, manage, monitor and report risks.
 Increase awareness about quality assurance and accreditation
 Conduct checks to ensure compliance with Botswana Qualifications Authority’s standards
 Assist in the development of and manage processes to identify and evaluate business areas’ risks and risk and control self-assessments.
 Manage the process for developing risk policies and procedures, risk limits and approval authorities.
 Monitor major and critical risk issues.
 Conduct compliance & risk assessments.
 Conduct and document audits of client compliance to industry standards
 Document project plans, action plans, presentations and project results for clients.

 Define & produce client policies, procedures, processes & other documentation as required.
 Coordinate regular Key Performance Indicator (Process and Performance/department) reviews and data collection and verification.
 Review compliance with applicable policies, plans, procedures, laws and regulations.
 Identify possible control weaknesses so that action can be taken to strengthen the process to reduce negative operational/business risks
 Managing processes related to Accreditation
 Promoting the mandate of the Teaching Excellence Department
 Serve as a resource in developing or improving processes, including providing information and guidance in the design of process.
 Conduct follow-up assessments to determine effectiveness of remedial actions implemented in response to identified non-compliance.
 Assist Manager and Assistant Manager as and when required.

November 2011/December 2012 Scientist Trade Metrology (Intern) at Botswana Bureau of Standards (BOBS)

JOB SUMMARY: to promote the adoption of standards and quality assurance policies and practices within trade metrology sector; to enhance the delivery of, and public awareness of their rights to, quality goods and services within the sector.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Ensures that all allocated relevant trading premises comply with the Weights and Measures Act
 Assists in implantation of modern methods of measurements and control of technical parameters in the given field, and apply them in production
 Compiles, examines and analyses reports from field trips for problems, solutions and follow ups
 Prepares laboratories and assists in arranging for the periodic comparisons with reference measuring instruments
 Maintains communication networking among stakeholders
 Give evidence in court as and when required
 Plans and organizes to make the most effective use of available resources and coordinates activities to achieve work objectives
 Carries out internal quality control of the equipment used
 Carries out external and internal audits and or training and or inspections as assigned
 Process requests and enquiries on Trade Metrology services
 Creates awareness on trade metrology services though workshops and seminars
 Participates in compliance and maintenance of internal Quality Management Systems Standards

April 2011/October 2011 Microbiology Analyst (Intern) at Botswana Bureau of Standards (BOBS)

JOB SUMMARY: to promote the adoption of standards and quality assurance policies and practices within a sector; to enhance the delivery of, and public awareness of their rights to, quality goods and services within a specialized testing area
RESPONSIBILITIES
 Carries out laboratory and on site tests to ensure compliance with set standards
 Prepares technical analysis reports and discusses implications of results
 Implements the Proficiency Testing Scheme programme in the area of specialization
 Provides advice on testing capability during development of standards
 Maintains a database of testing facilities
 Undertakes investigations relating to methods of tests, their development, validation and revalidation
 Participates in the laboratory consultancy scheme to assist laboratories in developing and maintaining laboratory quality management systems according to ISO/IEC 17025
 Carries out internal and external audits and/or training and/or inspections as assigned
 Carries out internal quality control (IQC) and equipment maintenance activities
 Responds and processes customer requests and enquiries on testing
 Creates awareness of testing services through industrial visits, workshops and seminars

October 2010/April 2011 Scientist – Foot and Mouth Disease Virus Laboratory at Botswana Vaccine Institute (BVI)

JOB SUMMARY: To produce the FMD vaccine in adherence to international specifications and standards. In addition provide technical support to Artisans
RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Carries out production of the FMDv in Bio-generator and monitors the processes determines when the cultures could be ended, in liaison with the senior scientist
 Produces virus inoculants, monitors the cultures and determines the time of harvest
 Produces monolayer cells to be used in the preparation of virus seeds and the virus inoculates
 Carries out virus clarification and filtration
 Monitors production processes and recommends corrective actions
 Keeps inventory of working stock of virus seeds and inoculants

June 2009/October 2009 Mathematics and Biology Tutor at Mathematics and Science Clinic

JOB SUMMARY: To provide outstanding learning environment for all math and biology students.
RESPONSIBILITIES
 Provide guidance to students enrolled in math and biology classes
 Participate in ongoing math and biology tutor training
 Schedule math and biology placement testing appointments
 Function as a collaborative team member and actively support the overall goals of centre.