EMMANUEL BYIRINGIRO
902-***-**** • *************@*****.*** • www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-byiringiro-
I am a Mount Saint Vincent University Business Administration graduate. Adaptability, resiliency and grit are what defines me. I moved to Canada by myself from Rwanda in search of better opportunities. I quickly adapted to new culture and developed strong interpersonal skills through effective communication in English and French. With my excellent team management skills and willingness to motivate others, I am confident in my ability to come up with interesting ideas that will be useful for your company.
I am a Start-up enthusiast with a passion for working with small companies where my impact will be felt and help in the overall growth of the company.
CORE SKILLS
Team oriented individual with exceptional interpersonal skills, who excels at building trusting relationships with customers and colleagues.
Strong written and oral communication skills. Bilingual in English and French.
Illustrated ability to work independently or within a team environment.
Excellent trouble-shooting, decision making and working abilities in fast-paced environments.
Efficient organizational, time management and multi-tasking skills.
Computer literacy in programs such as Microsoft office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), as well as Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
EDUCATION
VENTURE FOR CANADA 2019-Present
Fellowship Program, Nova Scotia, Canada
DIPLOMA OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 2016-2018
Mount Saint Vincent University, Halifax, Nova Scotia
WORK EXPERIENCE
BILINGUAL CUSTOMER SUPPORT AGENT 2018- 2019
Blue Ocean, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Demonstrated success in providing customers with excellent customer service and technical support through phone or email by archiving retention metrics.
Optimised customer satisfaction by tackling a minimum of 80 inbound calls and emails per day.
Handled customer questions and concerns with professionalism, courtesy and effective problem-solving techniques, adapting to the best approach based on the customer and their knowledge of product.
Analyzed customer needs and suggestions in order to make recommendations.
In a retail environment, has participated in maintaining store cleanliness and organization as part of the customer experience.
CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE 2017-2018
Delta Halifax, Halifax, NS
Established a working relationship with front desk to ensure guest satisfaction and consistency in guest service.
Addressed guest concerns in a positive and helpful manner and took prompt for corrective action when necessary.
Responded to various requests including, but not limited to: distributing clean towels, toiletries and making deliveries.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION
CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE: JOURNEY MAPPING, LinkedIn Learning Certificate, 2019
SALES: CUSTOMER SUCCESS, LinkedIn Learning Certificate, 2019
LEARNING EXCEL 2019, LinkedIn Learning Certificate, 2019
BUILDING CUSTOMER LOYALTY (2014), LinkedIn Learning Certificate, 2019
SALES FOUNDATION, LinkedIn Learning Certificate, 2019
SCIENCE OF SALES, LinkedIn Learning Certificate, 2019
ASKING GREAT SALES QUESTION, LinkedIn Learning Certificate, 2019
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
PRESIDENT, WUSC Committee, Halifax, NS 2016 - 2018
VOLUNTEER, IWK Hospital, Halifax, NS 2016
INTERPRETER, EPR RWANDA, Kigali, Rwanda 2013 - 2014
DESIGNER/EDITOR, Nu Insight Magazine, Kigali, Rwanda 2011 - 2013