Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
References
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Sebabatso Keele

Sebabatso Keele

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Summary

Highly motivated and results-driven professional, possessing excellent analytical skills. The ability to efficiently perform the tasks in a determined manner is one of the key factors. Strong communication skills enable effective collaboration independently and as an integral part of a team. Focused and energetic worker who easily adapts and thrives in high-pressure situations with a sense of urgency. Customer service-oriented approach consistently delivers exceptional results. Recognized as an excellent team player, bringing a positive work attitude that fosters collaboration and success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Student assistant

University of the Western Cape, Medical Bioscience department
01.2006 - 11.2006
  • Tutoring during laboratory practical
  • Cleaning all used apparatus
  • Provided excellent customer service to students and staff at the front desk, addressing inquiries and concerns promptly.
  • Greeted incoming office visitors, answered questions, and directed individuals to office locations.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining files, records, and resources.
  • Performed clerical tasks such as photocopying, scanning documents efficiently while maintaining confidentiality when necessary.
  • Supported administrative staff with data entry tasks, ensuring accuracy in record-keeping systems.

Library Student Assistant

University of the Western Cape, Library
01.2005 - 11.2005
  • Books reservation on line for student with their student card
  • Shelving returned books, according to their codes
  • Organized returned books and materials and assisted with shelving.
  • Improved library organization by accurately shelving books and other materials according to the Library of Congress Classification system.
  • Assisted library staff with clerical duties to help lighten workload.
  • Maintained a clean and welcoming environment by performing regular cleaning tasks, contributing to a positive atmosphere for patrons.
  • Supported librarians in collection development by identifying outdated or damaged materials for removal or replacement.
  • Performed circulation duties such as checking materials in and out, renewing items, and registering new patrons, ensuring efficient service at the front desk.
  • Conducted inventory audits of library materials, ensuring accurate record-keeping of available resources.
  • Processed library card applications to provide access to library services.
  • Checked out and checked in materials to support patron circulation needs.

Debt Review Agent

Capitec Bank
06.2014 - 11.2024
  • Adhering to internal and external timelines driven by documentation, status changed and payments changes
  • Data capturing, proposal financial assessment, sending emails
  • Writing report, administrative duties, meeting deadline, attentive to details, working independently within the team
  • Travelling to visit the debt counselling companies
  • Informed clients of policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of client communications, transactions, policies, and other relevant documentation for seamless operations within the agency.
  • Assisted clients in navigating the claims process, ensuring timely resolution of issues and optimal outcomes.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and providing accurate information on products and services.
  • Boosted team productivity by implementing collaborative communication platform.
  • Worked closely with clients to facilitate appropriate loans, inspections, and credit reports.

Collection agent and2ic

Capitec Bank
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Collect payments on past due bills
  • Call customers using telephone
  • Inform client of overdue accounts and amounts currently owed
  • Ensure all client information is correct including phone numbers and addresses
  • Listen to client’s story and determine if debt can be collected
  • Record new commitment to repay debt
  • Maintained accurate records of all collection activities, allowing for better tracking and analysis of performance metrics.
  • Reconciled debtor accounts regularly by verifying payments made against outstanding balances as well as resolving discrepancies when necessary.
  • Collaborated closely with other departments, ensuring seamless communication regarding delinquent accounts and payments received.
  • Leveraged strong negotiation skills to secure favorable settlements from debtors while maintaining professional relationships throughout the process.
  • Improved debtor repayment rates by negotiating payment plans and settlements effectively.
  • Processed debtor payments and updated accounts to reflect new balance.
  • Contacted customers to discuss past-due accounts and negotiated payment plans.
  • Located customers with overdue accounts and solicited payment in compliance with fair debt collection practices.

Customer care agent

Fusion
07.2011 - 11.2011
  • Handled incoming requests from customers and ensured that issues are resolved both promptly and thoroughly
  • Gathered customer information and educated customer where applicable to prevent the need for future contacts
  • Adhered strictly to data protection guidelines, ensuring that the confidential information of customers was treated with utmost respect and diligence throughout all interactions.
  • Improved first-call resolution rates through thorough research of complex cases before escalating them to higher-level support teams.
  • Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders.

Collection agent

Edcon Financial services
01.2009 - 04.2011
  • Collect payments on past due bills
  • Call customers using telephone
  • Inform client of overdue accounts and amounts currently owed
  • Ensure all client information is correct including phone numbers and addresses
  • Listen to client’s story and determine if debt can be collected
  • Record new commitment to repay debt

Assets auditor

Combined system (Price water cooper)
02.2008 - 09.2008
  • Annual physical count of all fixed assets to verify actual assets in hand and value for different government departments
  • Creating fixed asset register that can be maintained
  • Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
  • Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by performing regular audits and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
  • Streamlined audit processes, improving efficiency and reducing time spent on each audit engagement.

Peer facilitator

University of the Western Cape, student development
01.2005 - 02.2005
  • Assisting first year student during orientation period, helping them with registration and familiarizing themselves with their lecture venues
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
  • Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.

Education

FET certificate in banking NQF level4 -

Cornerstone Learning Institution

High certificate - Economic and Management sciences

Unisa

BSC - Medical Bioscience

University of The Western Cape
01.2007

Grade12 - undefined

Mampoi High School
01.2002

Skills

  • Computer Literacy
  • Proficient in Windows, Internet, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Positive attitude
  • Customer service and care
  • Problem-solving
  • Organizational skills
  • Clear communication
  • Ensuring customer satisfaction
  • Customer service
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Analytical and logical thinking
  • Operations management

Languages

English, Zulu, Setswana, Sotho and Xhosa

References

Mr, Fortune, library officer, 0219592943


Denver,Team leader Capitec bank,0843331027

Fika,Team leader Capitec bank,0822536427

Timeline

Debt Review Agent

Capitec Bank
06.2014 - 11.2024

Collection agent and2ic

Capitec Bank
01.2012 - 01.2014

Customer care agent

Fusion
07.2011 - 11.2011

Collection agent

Edcon Financial services
01.2009 - 04.2011

Assets auditor

Combined system (Price water cooper)
02.2008 - 09.2008

Student assistant

University of the Western Cape, Medical Bioscience department
01.2006 - 11.2006

Library Student Assistant

University of the Western Cape, Library
01.2005 - 11.2005

Peer facilitator

University of the Western Cape, student development
01.2005 - 02.2005

High certificate - Economic and Management sciences

Unisa

Grade12 - undefined

Mampoi High School

FET certificate in banking NQF level4 -

Cornerstone Learning Institution

BSC - Medical Bioscience

University of The Western Cape
Sebabatso Keele