About Me

Curriculum Vitae

René Maishu Maimo Kimfasi

Email: [email protected]

Tel: (237) 677 20 04 57, 699 14 98 84

Marital status: Married

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

2017 : Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) – Studies uncompleted

Professional Diploma in Marketing

2003 – 2004 : Microsoft Computer Training Center: Certificate in Computer studies

(Word, Excel, Project Management, Publisher and PowerPoint)

2001 – 2003 : University of Buea, BA ENG/FRE

1997 – 1999 Government High School Kumbo – GCE A/L

1989 – 1990 : St. Sylvester’s Catholic Comprehensive College Sop – GCE O/L

TRAININGS & SEMINARS

July 2018 : Workable tips on gaming and online Sportbook management – Accra, Ghana

March 2016 : Software & Tech sales, writing specifications (system config., product design, integration)

Search for Leads, Sales Operations, Marketing Management, Data security & Quality Control

Management of Client Data on MS Dynamics, Project Management,  – Dublin, Ireland.

August 2011 : Customer Attraction & Retention Strategies, the Value of Social Networking in a

Competitive Business environment – Douala

WORKING EXPERIENCE

March 2018 to May 2019 –  VERISE Cameroon Limited (138.com)

Job Title   : Deputy Country Manager

Job description : Head the operations with a particular focus on business development online and in-store

– Ensure the effective management of the group’s day-to-day operations,

– Work closely with internal operational / delivery focussed teams; especially the sales force

– Create and manage partnerships with Telecom operators & suppliers, to ensure service expectations are met

– Identify resourceful niches that could have a strong impact on sales and GGR

– Handle relations with government and taxation authorities to ensure compliance to regulations

– Identify and create retail outlets in favour of online betting

– Motivate teams to deliver high standards of customer service and returns.

– Manage performance and training of shop managers, shop supervisors and cashiers

February 2017 to Present –  VERISE Cameroon Limited (138.com)

Job Title   : Africa Project Manager

Job description : Front-line involvement in setting up Verise investments within the Africa market

– Design a project spreadsheet

– Provide support to teams and resource persons in member countries

– Monitor execution of tasks and maintain a regular progress report

– Keep track of issues and propose solutions to roadblocks

– Obtain clearances and authorizations from government agencies, legal & fiscal consultants

– Maintain a good working relationship with consultants and all third parties

– Research and provide comprehensive due diligence information on each jurisdiction

– Coordinate incorporation of the company in the various jurisdictions

– Carry out indicative market survey

– Ensure smooth communication with all the teams and stakeholders

– Escalate issues to relevant departments

Achievements: Obtainment of licenses and incorporation of Verise Cameroon, Central Africa Republic and Chad among others

Successful roll out of operations within the Cameroon market

July 2015 – October 2016 – Slainte Healthcare Technology, rebranded to Vitro Software International

Job Title : Client Relationship Manager

Job description: Co-execute the project plan for Cameroon and eventually for Africa, assume a key role in B2B sales, and establish profitable relationships with leads and prospects

– Generate sales leads and business opportunities,

– Carry out sales demos on PowerPoint during business events

– Manage client data on Microsoft CRM Dynamics

– Scoop for specific technical needs and product information from client premises,

– Act as liaison, resolve urgent challenges and relay roadblocks to relevant departments,

– Provide support to technical and product development teams,

– Work closely with marketing and operations staff to maintain a customer focused business attitude,

– Understand client profile and propose insights on how to boost client experience

– Write specifications for personalized applications, system configuration and technical integration

June 2010 – June 2015 – Colina Insurance Cameroon, rebranded to Saham Life Insurance

Job Title   : Customer Service, Claims, Underwriting, Sales & Marketing Operations

Job description : Ensure satisfactory delivery of customer service in collaboration with POS Manager, Control

Sales of bank products, manage claims, and assist in supervising reinsurance formalities

– Sales and turnover supervision,

– Ensure proper claims management,

– Sales force training,

– Portfolio and key account management,

– Overcome client resistance to credit and account mortgage products and services,

– Resolve customer complaints in collaboration with finance team and sales force

– Enhance customer retention;

– Foster after sales services,

– Ensure compliance to formalities,

– Underwrite bank mortgage contracts,

September 2004 – September 2006 – Bishop Rogan College, Buea

Job Title : French Language, and French Literature Teacher

Job description: Classroom teacher, GCE Exams Marker,

– Assume teaching and administrative duties,

– Spearhead the organization of socio-cultural activities and event,

– Mark French Language during the 2005 General Certificate of Education session.

FREELANCE AND PART TIME ACTIVITIES

– Part time Language Instructor and resource person to the translation unit,

– Tests supervisor and trainer for TOEFL, IELTS and SAT

– Business Communication coaching

– Investigative researcher for consular services,

– TV Presenter of a career orientation program,

– Data collection and analysis during a market survey for a multinational

– Focus group translator & interpreter

Clients served:

– The American Language Center (2007 – 2014), – Spectrum STV,

– Groupe Pernod Ricard, – Groupe Lafarge,

– SOCADA Douala, – Imperial Tobacco Douala,

– Cambridge International College, – Lots of expatriates

Other skills

– Holder of a category B Driver’s License, (Covered a crash course in defensive driving)

Language:

– Bilingual – Sound proficiency and professional use of English and French

Hobbies:

– Watching documentaries, reading sales and marketing reviews, traveling, keep-fit exercises

https://www.linkedin.com/in/renemaimo/

References available upon request.