William Luwemba Apuuli
Burnaby,BC
Summary
- Enthusiastic team player eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail, and excellent organizational skills. A clear understanding of the work environment. Motivated to learn, grow, and excel.
- Dedicated professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills
- Outgoing Volunteer providing experience helping non-profit organizations with daily tasks and needs. Friendly and helpful when assisting employees and visitors requesting services. Driven by cause to work diligently to accomplish a measurable impact.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Planning Officer
Directorate Of Citizenship And Immigration Control
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Improved efficiency of the planning process by streamlining workflows and communication channels.
- Established strong working relationships amongst the different Departments, hence fostering collaborative problem-solving environments.
- Provided support, structure and guidance to drive organizational planning efforts.
- Evaluated project performance against goals and took action to address deviations.
- Synchronized and integrated operational planning efforts across staff sections to develop and test transition and turnover plans.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to address their concerns and incorporate feedback into planning initiatives.
- Analyzed data and reports from previous planning cycles to make work plans for future cycles.
- Prepared proposals on behalf of the Directorate for partnerships with other agencies.
Immigration Officer
Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control
11.2015 - 08.2020
- Collected and arranged client documents and data for application submission.
- Issued visas to visitors stating how long visitor is permitted to legally stay in the country.
- Observed passengers passing through passport control areas by checking passports.
- Advised visitors on immigration laws governing the country, consequences of breaking laws, and reasons for deportation.
- Validated immigration documents, asked questions, and reported discrepancies to authorities for further review.
Volunteer
Heal The Planet
10.2019 - 10.2019
- Assisted with proposal writing to secure funding for the organization.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information on financial literacy and civic education to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
Volunteer
KOICA
09.2018 - 09.2018
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey entrepreneurship literacy to others.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Business Development Associate
KM Advocates and Associates
04.2013 - 09.2015
- Prepared marketing and business proposals to boost Business clientele.
- Boosted revenue by bringing in and cementing relationships with new clients and optimizing servicing of existing customer accounts.
- Planned marketing initiatives and leveraged referral networks to promote business development.
- Communicated with local organizations to build networks and develop leads.
- Engaged with customers to build business relationships.
- Negotiated contracts and closed sales with new and existing clients.
- Arranged potential client contacts, cultivated relationships and followed through all service needs.
- Researched, analyzed and projected market data for potential markets.
- Applied core knowledge to effectively communicate sensitive or technical information while adhering to regulatory guidelines.
Banquet Manager
Imperial Royale Hotel
06.2011 - 02.2013
- Delegated tasks to staff members to maximize production under tight deadlines.
- Organized banquet storage and surrounding areas to facilitate access to products and materials.
- Performed cost-benefit analysis for corporate and social events.
- Provided exceptional service to guests by immediately addressing needs and requests.
- Oversaw timeliness and quality of food delivery at high-volume events.
- Managed budgeting and invoicing for both large and small-scale events.
- Directed and managed banquet functions for 500-person event.
- Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services to maintain high guest satisfaction rates.
Volunteer
Centre For Domestic Violence Prevention
02.2010 - 04.2010
- Offering material and emotional support to victims of domestic violence.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
- Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions, and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Economics - Development Economics
01-2014
Master of Arts - Public Policy And Global Affairs
MBA - International Cooperation, Finance And Development
05.2024
Skills
- Communication skills both verbal and written skills
- Creativity and ability to come up with solutions
- Emotional Intelligence characterized by rationality and an ability to control emotions in extreme conditions
- Digital skills especially Microsoft Office applications
Accomplishments
Published writer on topical issues in The New Vision newspaper, Uganda's leading daily paper.
Recommendations
ELPIDIO ESMERIA
elpidioesmeria@yahoo.com
SEAN GEORGE
sean.georges@vancouver.ca
Timeline
Planning Officer - Directorate Of Citizenship And Immigration Control
08.2020 - 09.2022
Volunteer - Heal The Planet
10.2019 - 10.2019
Volunteer - KOICA
09.2018 - 09.2018
Immigration Officer - Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control
11.2015 - 08.2020
Business Development Associate - KM Advocates and Associates
04.2013 - 09.2015
Banquet Manager - Imperial Royale Hotel
06.2011 - 02.2013
Volunteer - Centre For Domestic Violence Prevention
02.2010 - 04.2010
Makerere University - Bachelor of Economics, Development Economics
University of British Columbia - Master of Arts, Public Policy And Global Affairs
University Canada West - MBA, International Cooperation, Finance And Development
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