Business Development Executive

• Oct 2022 - Present

Marketing Specialist

• Oct 2021 - Oct 2022

Developed and executed marketing programs and general business solutions resulting in increased company exposure, customer traffic and elevated sales numbers.Developed technical and non-technical marketing presentations, public relations campaigns, articles and newsletters.Planned and executed marketing campaigns to target groups, areas and wider community.Worked with vendors to complete projects according to schedule and specifications.Maintained complete database of files, contacts and project materials.Launched marketing activities for new product lines and market penetration.

Research Assistant

• Jul 2022 - Aug 2022

Research Supervisor

• Aug 2021 - Jun 2022

• Trained and directed 10 assistants to complete professional surveys.• Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.• Made proactive adjustments to policies and procedures to meet changing demands.• Researched previous project information and compared to current findings.• Disbursed survey findings to market actors, developers and professional communities.• Guided field crews on proper survey methods and techniques.• Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.• Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.• Streamlined research processes to meet tight deadlines for multiple projects.

Research Assistant

• Aug 2020 - May 2021

Private Enterprise Development in Low Income Countries• Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.• Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.• Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced field environment.• Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.• Maintained and calibrated various types of field equipment. Private Enterprise Development in Low Income Countries• Planned, modified and executed research techniques, procedures and tests.• Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.• Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced field environment.• Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.• Maintained and calibrated various types of field equipment.

Associate Trainer

• Mar 2019 - Aug 2020

Smallholder Farmers’ mobilization into workable units of 25 to 30 members that engage in farming business and enjoy economies of scaleParticipatory and practical training of farmers on production, post-harvest management, financial literacy and marketing of agricultural produceData based decision making on topics and methods in farmer training Advocacy for smart agriculture and good agricultural practicesChanging mind-sets of rural farmers, making farmers believe agricultural can bring them out of poverty

Research Analyst

• Jan 2017 - Feb 2018

• Adhered to HACCP protocols to evaluate risk level of food-related items and record results.• Informed management of concerns with production operations.• Inquired about pesticides or chemicals to which animals may have been exposed.• Verified transportation and handling procedures met regulatory requirements.• Completed and processed paperwork and reports outlining proper and improper operations.• Checked facilities for compliance with sanitation and disposal procedures as part of comprehensive inspections.• Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.• Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.•Digitization of the department’s data collection needsPushing and advocating for data based decision making in allocation of resourcesInvolved in operationalization of Makueni Fruit Processing Plant by branding productsTraining and capacity building other staff on IT skills especially on data collectionResearch organization for the department, field logistics, data analysis, interpretation and presentation

Research Assistant

• Apr 2017 - May 2017

Data collection from sampled farmers using CS PRO android application at household levelTracking sampled households using non-Gps methodsEnsuring cooperation of research subjects in cases of community resistance due to disagreements during project implementationConducting 3 hour in depth survey covering dynamics of rural farming Data collection from sampled farmers using CS PRO android application at household levelTracking sampled households using non-Gps methodsEnsuring cooperation of research subjects in cases of community resistance due to disagreements during project implementationConducting 3 hour in depth survey covering dynamics of rural farming

Research Assistant

• Nov 2016 - Dec 2016

Data collection from beneficiaries of a project in Makueni using ODK app for purposes of monitoring and evaluation. Data collection from beneficiaries of a project in Makueni using ODK app for purposes of monitoring and evaluation.

Cassava Processing Consultant

• Jan 2015 - Dec 2015

• Located and corrected data entry errors and reported to management.• Sorted and processed incoming reports before putting data into processing software.• Worked to meet or exceed targets as defined in sales incentive plan and assigned by insurance manager.• Completed coverage by delivering policies, planning future follow-up conversations and evaluating needs.• Provided members with optimum sales and service experience to enhance member affinity to company.• Answered data questions for company leaders as subject matter expert to enhance decision making.Designing and developing a cassava solar drier model that suits commercial production and cost effectivenessConstruction and Supplying 23 cassava solar driers to farmer groups in Kilifi, Ganze Sub-countyTraining and capacity building farmers on cassava processing

Research Assistant

• Sep 2015 - Nov 2015

Collecting data from sampled farmers using odk smartphone software in Machakos, Kitui and Makueni counties. Collecting data from sampled farmers using odk smartphone software in Machakos, Kitui and Makueni counties.

Field Agronomist Intern

• May 2014 - Sep 2014

Research on food securityReintroduction and commercialization of cassava in coastal region of Kenya Data collection and analysis Agricultural extension servicesMarket research and training on Group dynamics Research on food securityReintroduction and commercialization of cassava in coastal region of Kenya Data collection and analysis Agricultural extension servicesMarket research and training on Group dynamics