Sam Wanjere
Customer Service Specialist at Huduma Kenya- Claim this Profile
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English Full professional proficiency
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Swahili Professional working proficiency
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Andy Awiti, ACIM
Sam is one of the most professional people I have met in Kenyan media with an outstanding understanding of news value. Been a pleasure interacting with Sam
Mohamed M'maka CSMP® M.ISMI®
I worked with Sam at the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission. An IT savvy officer always innovative and focused on achieving objectives. His practical knowledge in IT gave him an edge in his interactions as an Intelligence Analyst both within and out of the organization. Even the sky is not the limit for Sam.
Andy Awiti, ACIM
Sam is one of the most professional people I have met in Kenyan media with an outstanding understanding of news value. Been a pleasure interacting with Sam
Mohamed M'maka CSMP® M.ISMI®
I worked with Sam at the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission. An IT savvy officer always innovative and focused on achieving objectives. His practical knowledge in IT gave him an edge in his interactions as an Intelligence Analyst both within and out of the organization. Even the sky is not the limit for Sam.
Andy Awiti, ACIM
Sam is one of the most professional people I have met in Kenyan media with an outstanding understanding of news value. Been a pleasure interacting with Sam
Mohamed M'maka CSMP® M.ISMI®
I worked with Sam at the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission. An IT savvy officer always innovative and focused on achieving objectives. His practical knowledge in IT gave him an edge in his interactions as an Intelligence Analyst both within and out of the organization. Even the sky is not the limit for Sam.
Andy Awiti, ACIM
Sam is one of the most professional people I have met in Kenyan media with an outstanding understanding of news value. Been a pleasure interacting with Sam
Mohamed M'maka CSMP® M.ISMI®
I worked with Sam at the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission. An IT savvy officer always innovative and focused on achieving objectives. His practical knowledge in IT gave him an edge in his interactions as an Intelligence Analyst both within and out of the organization. Even the sky is not the limit for Sam.
Credentials
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Higher Diploma in Theological Studies
Presbyterian College (now University), KikuyuNov, 2005- Nov, 2024 -
IT Diploma
Institute of Management of Information Systems (UK)Mar, 1997- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Huduma Kenya
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Kenya
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Government Administration
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100 - 200 Employee
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Customer Service Specialist
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Apr 2023 - Present
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Customer Service Agent
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Jun 2015 - Present
• Handling all communication requirements regarding solutions made to the organization. • Serving as the interface between the general public and KP teams as per customer requirements. • Integral part of a vibrant, award-winning, social media team. • Advising customers as appropriate. • Proper registration and classification of information received from customers, and dissemination to appropriate channels. • Ensuring proper management and security of information • Preparing requisite correspondence and writing of reports. Show less
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Freelance Communication Consultant
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May 2013 - Present
✔︎ Writing ✔︎ Editing ✔︎ Photography ✔︎ Advising on Communication Needs WORK DONE FOR: Liverpool Supporters Club Kenya (LSCK) and Official Liverpool Supporters Club - Kop Kenya (OLSC) ✔︎ Writing ✔︎ Editing ✔︎ Photography ✔︎ Advising on Communication Needs WORK DONE FOR: Liverpool Supporters Club Kenya (LSCK) and Official Liverpool Supporters Club - Kop Kenya (OLSC)
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Homes Kenya Magazine
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Rhapta Road, Westlands, Nairobi
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Editor (Issues 50-57)
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Mar 2014 - May 2015
✔︎ Creation of a Flat Plan for each issue. Overall in charge of magazine. ✔︎ Identifying writers and assigning responsibilities. ✔︎ Talent spotting of new writers. ✔︎ Editing, including proofreading, raw copy for publishing. ✔︎ Coordinating advertising team for each issue. ✔︎ Working with design team on layout. ✔︎ Coordinating remuneration of writing resources. ✔︎ General communication - scripting, proofreading, drafting, website content management ✔︎ Quality control of all written communication within Department ✔︎ General research, drafting of speeches, press releases and any other communication material on demand Show less
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Public Relations Officer
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Oct 2010 - Apr 2013
Generate content and maintain the website. Originate and edit stories for publication to the wider media. Research on any matters communication. Preparation and drafting of speeches as required. Liaising with external agencies in PR and Protocol. Generate content and maintain the website. Originate and edit stories for publication to the wider media. Research on any matters communication. Preparation and drafting of speeches as required. Liaising with external agencies in PR and Protocol.
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Intelligence Analyst
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Sep 2009 - Oct 2010
Gather information and process it for intelligence and investigative purposes. Analysis of gathered information and value addition. Wider dissemination of gathered information of intelligence value. Gather information and process it for intelligence and investigative purposes. Analysis of gathered information and value addition. Wider dissemination of gathered information of intelligence value.
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Report Analyst
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2000 - 2002
Interview clients (visitors) and advise them on disposal and handling of their corruption-related complaints. Established the Public Complaints Unit (PCU), now under the Office of the Ombudsman. Shared my knowledge and experience in setting up of the Department of Governance & Ethics (DGE) under the Office of the President. Interview clients (visitors) and advise them on disposal and handling of their corruption-related complaints. Established the Public Complaints Unit (PCU), now under the Office of the Ombudsman. Shared my knowledge and experience in setting up of the Department of Governance & Ethics (DGE) under the Office of the President.
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Legal Media Ltd
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Nairobi
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Reporter/Journalist
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Oct 1998 - Apr 1999
Reporter and sub-editor Reporter and sub-editor
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Kenya Times Media Trust Ltd
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Nairobi
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Journalist/Reporter/Contributor
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1998 - 1999
Reporter, writer and loose editing/sub-editing duties. Reporter, writer and loose editing/sub-editing duties.
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Education
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Presbyterian College
NOT APPLICABLE, Theological Studies -
Daystar University
B.A. Communication Degree, Print Media -
Kenya College of Accountancy
Institute of Management of Information Systems (IMIS), Management of Information Systems -
Upper Hill School
Kenya National Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Ordinary ("O") Level