Lusajo James Kiswigu
Kasulu
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker with a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, proficient in crisis intervention, case management, and effective communication. Experienced in data collection and youth engagement, fostering collaboration among diverse community members. Committed to addressing gender gaps and challenges faced by youth, ensuring compliance with social regulations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
HR and Welfare Officer
TCIT
DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA
08.2014 - 03.2022
- Managed daily office operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency.
- Coordinated communication between departments to enhance collaboration and information sharing.
- Assisted in preparing reports and documentation for management review.
- Organized meetings and scheduled appointments for staff and clients.
- Supported team members with administrative tasks to promote productivity.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
- Supervised subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
- Provided guidance to team members on how to effectively complete tasks within established timelines.
- Coordinated with legal counsel to ensure organizational compliance.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints in a polite manner.
Enabel
Kigoma
- Data collection through digital Apps like Kobo Collect.
- Direct interviewing the targeted groups.
- Though Focus Group Discussion.
- Conducting seminars and trainings.
- A Belgian Agency under the program of Wezesha Binti centered in Kigoma.
Warden
Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA)
- Good experiences in working with youth, understanding their behaviors, and their challenges in career development, social interactions and life expectations after completion of their studies.
- Understanding the gender gaps in the community.
- Huge expectation in contrary to the effort they put in.
- Over reliance on the white-collar jobs.
- Mis use of technology and social media (uses which do not benefit them).
Education
Bachelor degree - social work
Institute of Social work
01-2013
Advanced Certificate - Secondary Education
Kibasila High School
01-2010
Certificate - Secondary Education
Ntaba Secondary School
01-2007
Certificate - Primary Education
Mbambo Primary School
01-2003
Skills
- Office management
- Data collection
- Youth engagement
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Employee training
- Seminar facilitation
- Effective communication
- Problem resolution
- Time management
- Conflict mediation
- Decision making
- Risk assessment
Languages
- Swahili, Excellent (both speaking and writing)
- English, Very good (both speaking and writing)
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/02/88
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Tanzanian
- Marital Status: Single
- Religion: Christian
Contacts
255783150156, lusajojames@yahoo.com
Accomplishments
- Top Performer Award, Best Employee of the Year, 2023
Timeline
HR and Welfare Officer
TCIT
08.2014 - 03.2022
Warden
Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA)
Enabel
Bachelor degree - social work
Institute of Social work
Advanced Certificate - Secondary Education
Kibasila High School
Certificate - Secondary Education
Ntaba Secondary School
Certificate - Primary Education
Mbambo Primary School