Tariro Mutereko

TARIRO MUTEREKO CURRICULUM VITAE 21 Slangkop Avenue, Randpark Ext. 4, 2188 Contact: - (Whatsapp) /- (Calls) Email:- PERSONAL INFORMATION Date of Birth: 03/08/1996 Gender: Female Passport Number: BE126816 Nationality: Zimbabwean Permit: S.A permanent Residency Languages: English, Zulu, Venda PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Innovative and results-driven Library and Information Specialist with comprehensive experience in library management, records administration, and data acquisition. Possessing a Master’s degree in Information Science and a Bachelor’s degree in Library and Information Science, both achieved with distinction. Adept at enhancing library services, fostering an inclusive learning environment, and implementing effective information retrieval strategies. Passionate about leveraging technology and best practices to optimize resource management and operational efficiency. CORE COMPETENCIES  Advanced Library and Records Management  Information Retrieval and Data Curation  Strategic Planning and Policy Development  Digital and Physical Records Governance  Stakeholder Engagement and Cross-Functional Collaboration  Team Leadership, Training, and Performance Management  Proficient in ICT Applications Relevant to Information Science PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Kunze Enterprises T/A Zero Suppliers — Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Records Manager Assistant | June 2023 – Present  Oversee comprehensive records management processes, ensuring standardized protection, filing, and retrieval of organizational records.  Develop and implement records management strategies aligned with corporate governance and compliance requirements.  Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives to optimize records lifecycle management and data integrity. Charlestone Primary School — Bulawayo, Zimbabwe School Librarian | April 2021 – May 2023  Directed library operations, ensuring effective utilization of resources by students and staff.  Formulated and enforced library policies aligned with educational objectives, data protection, copyright, and health and safety regulations.  Managed library budget, including forecasting and procurement, while contributing to curriculum development through active liaison with academic departments.  Led, trained, and evaluated library personnel to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency. Practical Action (NGO) — Matopo, Bulawayo Communications Intern (Contract) | January 2020 – February 2021  Collaborated with media and project teams to identify communication needs and develop targeted content including reports, success stories, and multimedia materials.  Coordinated communication schedules to support project visibility and stakeholder engagement. Mpilo Central Hospital: National Tuberculosis Reference Laboratory — Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Data Curator | June 2019 – December 2019  Executed data collection and entry tasks supporting epidemiological research on tuberculosis I.E Prevalence, risk factors and treatment outcomes of isoniazid-resistant TB in Bulawayo city, Zimbabwe: A cohort study (accessible from google when you type in my name it appears)  Contributed to the cohort study on isoniazid-resistant TB prevalence and treatment outcomes in Bulawayo. National University of Science and Technology (NUST) Library — Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Student Intern | September 2017 – August 2018 EDUCATION University of KwaZulu-Natal – South Africa Master of Information Science | 2023 – 2025  Graduated with first class Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Library and Information Science | 2021 – 2022  Graduated with First Class Honours and two merits National University of Science and Technology - Zimbabwe Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Library and Information Science | 2015 – 2019  Graduated with Upper Second Division Gloag High School Completed A-Level subjects including Geography, Ndebele, and History | 2012 – 2014 Solusi Adventist Secondary School O-Level Certificate with 7 passes including Mathematics, English, and Science | 2009 – 2012 PUBLICATIONS  “A Bibliography on the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises” Available at: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/- REFERENCES Available upon request or contact:  Mrs. B. Murwira, Senior TB Diagnostics Specialist, Mpilo Central Hospital Phone: - / - Email:-  Beverly Manyiwa, School Administrator, Charlestone Primary School Phone: - Email:-  Miss P. Sinyolo, Records Manager, Kunze Enterprises Phone: - / - Email:-  Mr. I. Katsande, Manager, Practical Action Phone: -/3/- Email:-