Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Individualstrengths
Achievementsandawards
References
Hobbies and Interests
Languages
Membershipsandawards
Personal Information
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Nelisiwe Mlambo Karara

Harare

Summary

Dynamic leader and plant scientist with a proven track record in strategic growth and mentorship at Extra Care Enterprises. Expert in horticulture and strategic value contribution, with a knack for heritage preservation and innovative solutions in healthcare. Demonstrates exceptional skill in fostering educational and professional excellence, leveraging indigenous knowledge for impactful results.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director and Founder

Extra Care Enterprises
  • Formulating and implementing company policy
  • Directing strategy for profitable growth
  • Developing long-term strategic operating plans
  • Maintaining ongoing dialogue with the board chairperson
  • Establishing operational and financial control systems
  • Designing structures for regional and international manufacturing
  • Overseeing market research and product development
  • Representing the company to major clients and associations
  • Building an effective executive team and providing mentorship
  • Coordinating SME programs and workshops in the SADC region

High School Teacher (Science, Geography & History)

01.1995 - 01.2002
  • Providing career guidance and counselling
  • Managing budgets and administrative duties for classes
  • Preparing lesson materials and conducting assessments
  • Enforcing classroom discipline and grading student progress
  • Chaperoning students on educational trips

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Business Sciences and Entrepreneurship

Chinhoyi University of Technology
Zimbabwe
12.2023

Diploma in Biblical Studies -

Harvest Church International Bible School
12.2017

Master of Technology - Strategic Management

Chinhoyi University of Technology
Zimbabwe
12.2013

Executive Diploma in Business Leadership -

Zimbabwe Institute of Management
Zimbabwe
12.2006

Bachelor of Technology - Management

Tshwane University of Technology
South Africa
12.2005

E-Commerce & International Trade Certificate -

Technology and Commercial Information Promotion System (TIPS)
12.2003

Accounting & Finance for Managers Certificate -

Technology and Commercial Information Promotion System (TIPS)
12.2003

Entrepreneurial Management Certificate -

Technology and Commercial Information Promotion System (TIPS)
12.2003

Business & Industrial Administration Certificate -

London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)
12.1997

Diploma in Education -

University of Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe
12.1994

Skills

  • Plant scientist
  • Herbalist
  • Horticulture
  • Strategic Value Contributor
  • Crop Production Expertise
  • Pharmaceutical manufacturing
  • Cosmetics manufacturing
  • Indigenous knowledge holder
  • Traditional medicine
  • Heritage Preservation Knowledge
  • Expertise in HIV/AIDS Solutions
  • Integrative Cancer Care Techniques
  • Herbal Healing Practices

Individualstrengths

  • Strategic thinker and highly motivated achiever
  • Creative team builder and effective counsellor
  • Diligent and adaptable, with high personal integrity
  • Skilled under pressure, with a proactive approach

Achievementsandawards

  • 2006, Entrepreneur of the Year Award, Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce
  • 2006, 1st Runner Up, Manager of the Year, Zimbabwe Institute of Management
  • 2005, 1st Prize in Pharmaceutical and Cosmetics Division, Harare Agricultural Show
  • 2004, 2nd Prize, SADC Award at Botswana SADC Fair
  • 2004, Bronze Medal in Pharmaceutical and Cosmetics Division, International Trade Fair
  • 2004, International Europe Quality Award, New Millennium Club, France

References

Mrs A. Mubango, Director, Peace Security Company, 15 Walterhill Avenue, Harare, Zimbabwe, 0772 247 157

Hobbies and Interests

  • Christian fellowship and church activities
  • Morning walks and travel
  • Researching herbal medicine
  • Reading, soccer, and writing inspirational materials

Languages

  • Zulu
  • English
  • Shona
  • Portuguese

Membershipsandawards

Executive Member of Tips Premier Business Club, Member, Zimbabwe Institute of Management, Member, Professional Business Women Association, Member, International Women on Trade in Africa, Member, SADC Women Entrepreneurs Network, Emerson Dambudzo Munangagwa Presidential Award - Best Innovative Student, Chinhoyi University of Technology, 2023, Vice Chancellor’s Award - Best Student, Chinhoyi University of Technology, 2023, Langton Mabanga Award - Best Innovative Entrepreneurial Business Student, Chinhoyi University of Technology, 2023

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 02-037700 Q 13
  • Date of Birth: 12/14/69
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: Zimbabwean
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Religion: Christianity

Accomplishments

2006 Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce Entrepreneur of the Year Award

2006 Zimbabwe Institute of Management Manager of the Year 1st Runner Up

2005 Zimbabwe Institute of Management Manger of the Year 1st Runner Up

2005 Harare Agricultural Show 1stPrize in Pharmaceutical and Cosmetics Division

2005 Midlands Regional Agricultural Show 2ndPrize in Pharmaceutical and Cosmetics Division

2004 Midlands Regional Agricultural Show 1stPrize in Pharmaceutical and Cosmetics Division

2004 SADC Award 2ndPrize at Botswana SADC Fair

2004 Bronze Medal in the Pharmaceutical and Cosmetics Division International Trade Fair

2004 International Europe Quality Award New Millennium Award awarded by the New

Millennium Club- France

Timeline

High School Teacher (Science, Geography & History)

01.1995 - 01.2002

Managing Director and Founder

Extra Care Enterprises

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Business Sciences and Entrepreneurship

Chinhoyi University of Technology

Diploma in Biblical Studies -

Harvest Church International Bible School

Master of Technology - Strategic Management

Chinhoyi University of Technology

Executive Diploma in Business Leadership -

Zimbabwe Institute of Management

Bachelor of Technology - Management

Tshwane University of Technology

E-Commerce & International Trade Certificate -

Technology and Commercial Information Promotion System (TIPS)

Accounting & Finance for Managers Certificate -

Technology and Commercial Information Promotion System (TIPS)

Entrepreneurial Management Certificate -

Technology and Commercial Information Promotion System (TIPS)

Business & Industrial Administration Certificate -

London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI)

Diploma in Education -

University of Zimbabwe
Nelisiwe Mlambo Karara