Summary Statement
I am a graduate in B.A Kiswahili and Communication and currently pursuing my Master in Journalism and Mass Communication and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Communication and Managerial Competency. I am an excellent researcher, time manager, and problem-solving person. I am highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and consistently meet deadlines. I am interested in leveraging experience gained as well as professional skills to positively contribute to an organization’s corporate or departmental objectives.
Experience
Senior Administrative Assistant I & PA to the VC
Tharaka University - January 3rd, 2024 to date
- Assisting in the implementation of administrative functions of the VC’s office.
- Managing office appearance and replacing furniture and equipment as needed.
- Handling official correspondences via email, calls, and writing.
- Preparing Section Procurement Plan and Budget.
- Involved in Annual Performance Contracts Negotiations and Vetting.
- Reviewing, Evaluating, and drafting the University’s Strategic Plans.
- Member of the University Development Policies Committee.
- Developing ISO documentation for Management and Public Relations Departments.
- Designing University instruments of power and graduation gowns.
- Overseeing the daily activities of the Vice-Chancellor’s office.
Senior Administrative Assistant II
Tharaka University - July 2019 to January 2nd, 2024
- Assisted in the administrative functions of the VC’s office.
- Handled correspondence, including emails, calls, and letters.
- Prepared Departmental Procurement Plans and Budget.
- Developed ISO documentation for Institutional Management and PR departments.
- Assisted in preparing documents for University’s charter application awarded in 2022.
Administrative Assistant
Chuka University - December 22, 2018 to June 30, 2019
- Assisted in the implementation of administrative functions.
- Managed office appearance and ordered furniture and equipment.
- Took minutes of meetings, managed schedules, and coordinated agendas.
- Handled customer requests and provided face-to-face and telephone support.
Sales Executive
Naivasha Plastic Limited - June 15th, 2017 to June 2018
- Marketed company products in Nairobi and its environs.
- Maintained sales records and followed up with clients on deliveries.
- Negotiated sales contracts and handled customer inquiries.
Presiding Officer
Independent Electoral Boundaries Commission - August & October 2017
- Conducted training for polling clerks and oversaw election processes.
- Managed election materials and ensured security before, during, and after elections.
- Counted, tallied, and transmitted election results to the national tallying center.
Intern
Safaricom Kenya Limited - November 2014 to February 2015
- Installed digital certificates on customer machines and supported customer care functions.
- Assisted in M-Pesa transactions and supported the Marketing division.
- Worked on the G2 launch and helped with internal reports and documentation.
