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Gershwin Vuma

Tzaneen

Summary

Dedicated sales and marketing professional with proven success exceeding goals, retaining customers and maintaining strong reputation for customer satisfaction. Exceptional knowledge of South African market conditions and extensive network of title, inspection and banking professionals. Ranger experienced with promoting park patron satisfaction and safety. Seasoned user of land navigation techniques and safe wildlife handling. Worked in multiple seasons and successfully met public safety, education and security challenges. Skilled agricultural manager with demonstrated operations, team and financial management abilities. Coordinate efficient activities at all levels to support business profits and maintain sustainable operations. Employee-focused and performance-oriented with good training and mentoring abilities.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
2063
2063
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Junior Branch Marketer

VKB-NTK
8 2021 - 06.2024
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of marketing projects within budget constraints
  • Provided expert advice on best practices for content creation, distribution channels optimization, and target audience definition
  • Established fruitful partnerships with industry influencers, expanding brand reach and potential customer base
  • Conducted thorough post-campaign analysis to identify areas for improvement in future efforts
  • Enhanced customer engagement with creative social media content and promotions.

Animal Health Specialist

Mahela
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' health status to inform targeted interventions and personalized care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines in daily health interventions.
  • Served as a trusted resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices in patient care and health promotion strategies.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and evidence-based practices through participation in professional development opportunities.

Head Ranger

Letaba River Lodge
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Ensured visitor safety by enforcing rules and regulations within the park boundaries
  • Conducted routine patrols to monitor visitor activities as well as identify potential hazards or areas requiring attention from maintenance personnel
  • Assisted in conducting research projects that contributed to informed decision-making regarding habitat preservation measures within the park
  • Provided exceptional customer service at information desks, addressing inquiries about park resources and amenities promptly and accurately.

Farm Manager

Ribisi Farm And Distribution
12.2016 - 01.2019
  • Consistently met or exceeded production targets by diligently monitoring progress and implementing corrective actions when necessary
  • Ensured high-quality produce by adhering to strict quality control measures during harvesting and packaging processes
  • Streamlined communication between departments by implementing efficient reporting systems for accurate information sharing among teams
  • Collaborated closely with agronomists to make informed decisions about planting schedules, seed selection, nutrient management plans, and other vital aspects of crop production optimization
  • Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

MSD - Limpopo
04.2001 - 01.2021

National Certificate: Agrisales And Services - Agriculture Management

College of Vacational Studies - Limpopo
01-2024

Advanced Dimploma: Travel And Tourism And Ecotourism - undefined

Damelin College - Pretoria, South Africa

High School Diploma - undefined

Notheren Academy - Polokwane

Associate of Science - Animal Health

Elanco - Limpopo
04.2001 - 01.2022

Skills

Proposal Development

Data Analytics

Brand Messaging

Lead Conversion

Product marketing

Timeline

Animal Health Specialist

Mahela
01.2020 - 07.2021

Head Ranger

Letaba River Lodge
01.2019 - 12.2019

Farm Manager

Ribisi Farm And Distribution
12.2016 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Animal Science

MSD - Limpopo
04.2001 - 01.2021

Associate of Science - Animal Health

Elanco - Limpopo
04.2001 - 01.2022

Advanced Dimploma: Travel And Tourism And Ecotourism - undefined

Damelin College - Pretoria, South Africa

High School Diploma - undefined

Notheren Academy - Polokwane

Junior Branch Marketer

VKB-NTK
8 2021 - 06.2024

National Certificate: Agrisales And Services - Agriculture Management

College of Vacational Studies - Limpopo
Gershwin Vuma