Rosalia Doeses - Be the Inspiration
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ave you met Rosalia Doeses at the Pupkewitz Megabuild Windhoek Central Branch help desk? She sees her future bright and clear: "Pupkewitz Megabuild has granted me the chance to study. Currently, I am doing my second year in Office Administration. Through my studies and hard work, I wish to work my way up to the HR department." Have a look at Rosalia's journey and get ready to be inspired!
“Be an inspiration for yourself and your fellow women!” Rosalia Doeses was born and raised in Windhoek. She has lived her whole life in the suburbs of Katutura. "It was not always easy growing up as my family and I faced many challenges. However, despite the odds, I always enjoyed school. I started at Wanaheda Primary School, now known as the Martti Ahtisaari Primary School and then I advanced to high school, Ella Du Plessis." After High School, she lacked the privilege of continuing to any higher education institutions due to a financial hiccup. Thus, Rosalia sought for employment right away, she got her first job in 2008 as a merchandiser. Among the merchandising opportunity, she also amassed other working experiences such as waitressing and working as a cashier. Rosalia exclaims that the year 2014 was a turning point in her
Rosalia Doeses life when God answered her prayers and Pupkewitz Megabuild appointed her as a cashier. Soon after, she was promoted to a help desk advisor for the Windhoek Central Branch. Today, Rosalia is a proud tertiary student. "Megabuild granted me the chance to study. Currently, I am doing my second year in Office Administration. I am so happy that I can study and finally pursue my dreams", she says. After completing her studies, she would like to continue her career at the Human Resources department. She believes that one day she can become a great leader within the company.
She also remembers the time in 2019, when Pupkewitz Megabuild participated in the "Best Company to Work For" competition with Deloitte and scooped first prize. She adds that the company allows its employees to grow and that the benefits offered are very good. One of her favourite benefits is the educational opportunities that she currently enjoys as well as the ex-gratia payment for employees on maternity leave. In the case where a female employee’s basic gross salary is more than the maximum amount paid by Social Security Commission, the company will pay the difference in order to leave the employee in the same financial position as if she had not been on maternity leave. Rosalia works closely with both customers and employees. She believes there is nothing she can't handle. Prioritising and doing the most difficult tasks first is her key to success. She has learnt to be flexible and can handle even the most challenging situations with care and goodwill. Rosalia says that she knows how important every customer is to the company, and thus, is very attentive to each one. She has also mastered good telephone etiquette and a pleasant speaking tone. In the end, Rosalia wants to encourage and be an inspiration to all young women. She believes strongly that women should all support one another and that one's success is not in the way of others. "Make something of yourself and make you the centre of your life. Focus on you and let no one or anything stop you from achieving your goals.".
“Write your own story, it belongs to you!”
“Success is moving one step further from where I was yesterday, to where I’m planning on going!” You are the Centre of Your Life Rosalia has been working for the company for over six years now and says that she sees no end. "I am honoured to work for such a prestigious company. Pupkewitz Megabuild is one of the largest companies and in turn contribute to the economy of Namibia. It looks after its employees and the community at large. Pupkewitz Foundation gives back to society every year by launching amazing projects like the feeding scheme", Rosalia says. Construction & Mining Magazine, Vol 5 | Edition No 2
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