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James Pemba Kibale

James Pemba Kibale

Senior VIP Client Manager – Bilingual (French/English) And Brand Manager
Durban North

Summary

I have over 13 years of experience in client relationship management, including direct involvement with high-net-worth individuals and VIP clients.

At Azura Media ltd, I managed a portfolio of VIP clients, delivering tailored, high-touch service to meet their unique needs. My responsibilities include building and nurturing long-term relationships, resolving complex issues promptly, and ensuring the overall satisfaction of clients through exceptional service. I am particularly adept at providing personalized solutions in both French and English, which has allowed me to successfully manage a diverse range of international clients. My ability to communicate seamlessly in both languages has been a key asset in establishing rapport and trust with clients across different regions.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Director and co-founder

BOYOMA DEVELOPMENT NGO
01.2013 - Current
  • Company Overview: based in DRC
  • Providing services and support advocacy
  • Provision of services includes social and psychological services as well as, integration activities, care, material support, educational and information services and training to displaced population in the North East of the DRC
  • Based in DRC

Senior VIP Client Manager – Bilingual (French/Eng

Azura Media Limited
10.2011 - Current
  • VIP Client Relationship Management: I served as the primary point of contact for my high-profile,VIP clients, providing tailored service and personalized attention. Build and maintain long-term, trusted relationships by delivering superior service and anticipating client needs.
  • Client Retention & Growth: I ensure exceptional client satisfaction and retention by proactively identifying opportunities to enhance the client experience, resolve issues, and provide value-added services. Support business growth through upselling and cross-selling relevant products or services.
  • Client Onboarding & Support: Oversee the onboarding process for new VIP clients, ensuring a seamless and luxurious experience. Continuously monitor and support the needs of existing clients, responding promptly to requests and concerns.
  • Tailored Solutions & Problem Resolution: Act as a trusted advisor to VIP clients, identifying tailored solutions to meet their unique requirements. Manage and resolve any client issues or complaints quickly and effectively, ensuring that all concerns are addressed to the client’s satisfaction.
  • Collaboration with Internal Teams: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, operations, and product development, to ensure that client needs are understood and met. Communicate client feedback and collaborate on initiatives to improve service offerings.
  • Strategic Account Management: Develop and implement strategic plans for my client portfolio, including regular check-ins and reviews to ensure alignment with their evolving needs and business objectives.
  • High-Level Reporting & Insights: I provide regular updates and reports on client satisfaction, account performance, and key business opportunities. Use data and client feedback to inform decisions and strategies for further account development.
  • Language Support: Serve as the bilingual point of contact for French- and English-speaking clients, ensuring all communications—whether written or verbal—are clear, accurate, and professionally delivered in both languages.

Business Development Manager for SADC REGION

Open your world communication
02.2010 - 06.2011
  • Company Overview: www.openyourworld.co.za
  • Identify potential Clients in the SADC region in need of Conference Equipment
  • Initiate contact with them, first by telephone, email, then organize face to face meeting either in South Africa or in their respective countries
  • Build stronger value-added Customer relationships leading to a confirmed order
  • Service SADC clients data base
  • Maintain GOOD relationship with old and current clients
  • Www.openyourworld.co.za

Customer Relationship Agent (French speaking)

ISIS INTERNET SERVICES
02.2008 - 01.2010
  • Assistance with inbound customer support, which includes:
  • International toll-free telephones
  • Live chat, Email
  • Dealing with and following up on customer queries
  • Marketing of the product to potential clients
  • Utilizing propriety software to determine the status of the customers situation
  • Logging errors and following up matters with third party service providers who manage the propriety software used by customers

HOST Manager

CIRCUS CIRCUS
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Company Overview: www.circuscircus.co.za
  • Supervised with management and following up orders made to suppliers
  • Resolving problems
  • Providing assistance to other areas of the company
  • Www.circuscircus.co.za

Area Sales supervisor

BAT (British American Tobacco)
01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Identify retailers in the area and make contact with them to eventually make sales
  • Responsible for promoting the products of BAT with a team of hostesses
  • Training of hostess on customer service and problem solving
  • Administrated daily stock during the promotional periods
  • Daily follow up on point of sales
  • Maintain good relation with all retailers in the area

Education

Degree in Law - Law

University of Lubumbashi
Lubumbashi
03.1997 - 10.2002

Skills

Microsoft Package

Outlook Express

Email

Help Desk

Internet

Strategies and goals

Verbal and written communication

Negotiation

Sales management

Personalcomments

  • I am a hardworking, self-starter and an experienced Key Account Management who can enhance a company's major market and reputation.
  • I have a proven ability to identify potential key clients, build relationships with them and close new business opportunities.
  • I have a broad knowledge of the arena and a long track record of coming up with end to end solutions that will satisfy all parties.
  • I am very good at persuading and influencing key decision makers in a local, national and international environment.
  • I am a well-organized individual and willing to take full responsibility for issues such as; managing keys clients' accounts to maximize profit, customer retention, revenue generation, base growth and tenure.
  • I am persistent in my drive for improvement and have an impressive track record of bringing in new business.
  • I am currently managing over 40 accounts which generate transactions of over €2 million per annum.
  • I am Familiar with relationship building, I am able to maintain a good team spirit and liaise effectively with Partners.
  • I am currently looking for a suitable position with a company renowned for hiring exceptional people and for giving them unparalleled opportunities to build their careers and capabilities.
  • I am keen to join a company who are experiencing growth.

Attestation

I attest that all the information submitted herein are true and could be verified.

References

Available on request

Training

  • Operation management seminar on FMCG, 14 Days, OPEN YOUR WORLD COMMUNICATION
  • Training done by Outsourced Training and Skills Development Companies, Azura Media Limited
  • Customer Service - Relationship & Service Skills, Circus Circus
  • Sales management training, 6 weeks, BAT (British American Tobacco)
  • Operation management seminar, 14 Days, BAT (British American Tobacco)

Personal Information

  • Place of Birth: Lubumbashi
  • Health Status: excellent (non-smoker)
  • Date of Birth: 11/06/76
  • Nationality: Congolese
  • Driving License: Congo (DRC)
  • Marital Status: Married

Timeline

Director and co-founder

BOYOMA DEVELOPMENT NGO
01.2013 - Current

Senior VIP Client Manager – Bilingual (French/Eng

Azura Media Limited
10.2011 - Current

Business Development Manager for SADC REGION

Open your world communication
02.2010 - 06.2011

Customer Relationship Agent (French speaking)

ISIS INTERNET SERVICES
02.2008 - 01.2010

HOST Manager

CIRCUS CIRCUS
01.2006 - 01.2008

Area Sales supervisor

BAT (British American Tobacco)
01.2002 - 01.2003

Degree in Law - Law

University of Lubumbashi
03.1997 - 10.2002
James Pemba KibaleSenior VIP Client Manager – Bilingual (French/English) And Brand Manager