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Descwhel Groenewald

Rehoboth

Summary

Accomplished Senior Collateral Officer at Bank Windhoek with expertise in compliance auditing and effective communication. Successfully streamlined security documentation processes, enhancing data accuracy by 20%. Proven track record in workflow optimization and team collaboration, driving innovation and creativity in financial reporting and document management. High-performing professional with integrity and leadership skills. Applies knowledge and abilities to positively impact organization. Flexible in different situations and dynamic conditions. Works great under extreme stress and deadlines.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Collateral Officer

Bank Windhoek - Property Finance
Windhoek
10.2012 - Current
  • Managed daily operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing training programs for new staff.
  • Reviewed documentation for accuracy and maintained organized records.

• Acceptance, transfer and handing over security documents according to prescribed

procedures of the Bank
• Responsible for finalizing in accordance with the prescribed procedures the required

documents regarding cessions, pledges etc. in respect to the acceptance of securities,

follow-up of securities, transfer of securities, and handing over of securities.

• I am responsible for ensuring that all security-related documentation is captured on the

system, noted on the envelope, and filed.

• I will follow up with regard to securities with policy/investment payments.

• Daily and monthly reports will correctly address and rectify data capturing errors and

warnings.arnings)

• Responsible for ensuring that the following follow-up actions, as applicable, are carried
out when policies and investments that were offered as security, are paid out:
• Dispatch of security documents
• Acknowledgement of receipt by companies
• Execution of management instructions

• Responsible for ensuring that guarantees and letters of intent are issued, recorded,

balanced and paid out in accordance with the prescribed procedures

New Business Clerk

Bank Windhoek
Windhoek
01.2012 - 10.2012
  • Processed new business applications using company-specific software systems.
  • Assisted clients with inquiries and provided necessary documentation guidance.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline application processing workflows.
  • Reviewed submitted documents for completeness and adherence to company standards.
  • Reviewed and processed customer applications for new business accounts.

Ledger Clerk & Clerk Bulk Printing

Bank Windhoek
Windhoek
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Maintained accurate filing systems for customer documents and records.
  • Processed incoming mail and distributed to appropriate departments timely.
  • Organized office supplies and managed inventory levels efficiently.
  • Implemented office procedures to enhance workflow and communication among staff.
  • Performed data entry tasks to update customer accounts records.

Mail Operator

Nampost
Windhoek
02.2010 - 12.2010
  • Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
  • Monitored equipment performance and reported issues promptly.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area consistently.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials for production runs accurately.

Stock Controller

Game Windhoek
Windhoek
05.2008 - 01.2009
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability for customers.
  • Conducted regular stock audits to verify accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
  • Implemented stock rotation practices to maintain product freshness and quality.
  • Maintained accurate records of stock movements using inventory management software.

Administration Officer

Christine Tracers
Rehoboth
11.2007 - 01.2008
  • Assisted in maintaining accurate records and filing systems for documentation.
  • Supported daily administrative tasks to ensure smooth office operations.
  • Processed incoming and outgoing correspondence, ensuring timely distribution.

Education

Certificate In Human Resource Management - Human Resources Management

Internation Training College Lingua
Windhoek
12-2009

Skills

  • Document management
  • Compliance auditing
  • Security documentation
  • Financial reporting
  • Data accuracy
  • Customer service
  • Workflow optimization
  • Team collaboration
  • Application processing
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Work coordination
  • Data analysis
  • Multitasking
  • Effective communication

Languages

Afrikaans
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1

References

  • Mrs Lynn - 081 1420556 (Game Windhoek)
  • Mrs. L Claasen - 061 2013021 (Nampost)
  • Mrs. M Erasmus - 061 389202 (Bank Windhoek- CAB)
  • Mrs. M Pretorius- 061 2990569 (Bank Windhoek Property Finance)
  • Ms P October - 061 2990511 (Bank Windhoek Property Finance)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Collateral Officer

Bank Windhoek - Property Finance
10.2012 - Current

New Business Clerk

Bank Windhoek
01.2012 - 10.2012

Ledger Clerk & Clerk Bulk Printing

Bank Windhoek
01.2011 - 01.2012

Mail Operator

Nampost
02.2010 - 12.2010

Stock Controller

Game Windhoek
05.2008 - 01.2009

Administration Officer

Christine Tracers
11.2007 - 01.2008

Certificate In Human Resource Management - Human Resources Management

Internation Training College Lingua
Descwhel Groenewald