Business Development Executive

• Oct 2022 - Present

Project Coordinator Support & Office Manager

• Oct 2017 - Sep 2021

• Provides efficient support during implementation of project, execute cash box procedures according to EU policies, budgeting and maintaining financial records with a 99% accuracy rate. Carries out general office management tasks, assist management in issues concerning resources such as administrative budget, monitor and review expenses. • Managed budget assigned to the team by implementing administrative procedures for management of EU incidentals budget. • Established cordial working relationship between contractors, and water sector stakeholders of the project. • Provides Information technology, logistics and administrative support to training sessions, workshops, seminars and events in general, optimizing work system by 15%. • Ensured that all office equipment was in proper working conditions. Developed a great maintenance culture for office supplies reducing wastage by 70%. • Reviewed data and ensured accuracy of various project reports. Maintained a filing system in both hard copy and soft copy to meet needs of the Team/Team Leader. Collaborated with other departments of the ministry of water resources & WASH Unit which increased productivity to 15% and reduced the workload by 14%. Show less

Executive/Technical Assistant to Team Leader

• Aug 2013 - Oct 2017

• Undertake transactional tasks and execution processes that support the smooth running of the work of the Team with success rate of 45%. Provided administrative support to the Team Leader and follow up on routine administrative correspondence and processes offsetting workload and work congestion by 20%. • Efficiently prepared and facilitated arrangement of meetings, training sessions including support preparation of presentation slides & workshops with respect to timing, booking of venue and support required for the success. Prepared and kept accurate documentation for meeting reports/minutes, Terms of References, Mission Certificates, Official Letters, travel itineraries for Team Leader/Team. • Arranged travel itinerary and make travel arrangements and meetings for the Team, Team Leader, Short term experts and other consultants involved in the project including tickets and hotel reservations. • Undertake correspondence and tasks in accordance with EU accepted formats and check on probable typographical errors, presentation, completeness and procedural accuracy of all documents submitted to the Team Leader/Team for Clearance approval or Signature. Supported team leader in receiving telephone calls with tact and discretion in his liaison with the Delegation of the European Union and Ministry of Budget and National Planning and act according to the urgency of each. • Carry out other duties and ad hoc support to the Team Leader. Show less

Executive Administrative Officer

• Feb 2010 - Jan 2013

• Multitasked as secretary and kept accurate records of all operational guidelines and policies. • Supervised and managed construction projects from commencement to completion stage. Maintained databases, complied and sent monthly reports to the headquarters on a timely basis. Verified payment to contractors, prepared L.P.O for vendors reducing fraudulent claims by 100%. • Assist in carrying out function of procurement duties, handled all maintenance, process purchases requisitions and supplies assigned to mission station related to procurement of goods, services & works. Efficiently saved time and expenses on purchases by 15% through prudent negotiating skills. • Handled correspondence, phone calls, maintained filing systems, organized meetings, and scheduled appointment. Trained and supervised junior workers. Show less

Store Manager

• Jan 2009 - Jan 2010

• Designed safe storage routines and transportation of store items with a 90% reduction in accident rates such as fire outbreaks, road accidents. Reduced cases of theft and burglary by up to 60% through vigilant and intelligent surveillance of unscrupulous and suspicious personalities around the store vicinity. Decreased loss rates by 34% within first 6 months of engagement. • Maintained accurate inventory of items supplied to the store, tracked supplies drove sales up by 45% within 6 Months. Diligently took inventory and restocked food items and materials to reduce customers patronizing the competition due to shortage or exhaustion of consumables. • Diligently sent weekly report of items supplied, to the General Manager to show progression of sales. Executed Baker's pricing strategy, and ensured alignment with revenue management and merchandising. Increased customer satisfaction and loyalty through timely delivery of products. Mentored and empowered three co-workers on the job Show less

Executive Assistant to the Head of Operations

• Jan 2008 - Jan 2009

• Supported and aided the Head of Operations, maintained head of Operations Calendar, planned and schedule meetings conveniently to prevent office burnout. Reduce workload stress by 14%. • Designed responsive petroleum marketing strategies. Created and executed innovative public relations methods which boosted customer patronage by 15%. Customer retention rose to 30% as previous repeat clients resurfaced to make more purchases. • Engaged in general administrative duties to facilitate smooth flow of operations. Solid knowledge of inventory tracking and office software programs. • Streamlined internal and external communication. Enhanced communication between departments and fostered team work synergies. Planned PR initiatives, business development events. Show less

Logistics/Procurement Trainee

• Mar 2006 - Feb 2007

(Logistics assistance provided to the Logistics Supervisor and supply chain department as a whole). • Fast tracked processing of custom duty invoices from shipping agents by saving turnaround time by 40%.Ensured proper documentation of customs and shipping documents reducing mistakes and errors by 98%. • Determined the most cost effective procedures and routes for shipments. Translated business needs and priorities into actionable logistics strategies .Optimized procurement schedule. • Minimized damage and repair costs through careful management and preventive maintenance. Took corrective actions in the case of accidents and delays to minimize extra expenses by 60%. Show less

Contract Marketer/Executive Administrative Officer

• Feb 2005 - Jan 2006

• Assisted in the NGO’s product marketing and spearheaded effective sales promotion strategies which increased sales by 7% in the first two months of implementation. Designed and followed up advertising and targeted marketing campaign which noted 25% increase in revenue within a year. • Managed the NGO’s funds, grants and resources. Ensured funding is executed accurately and is consistent with NGO’s goals and policies by 100%. • Developed short and long term commercial business plan including volunteering in donor funded projects that achieve the NGO’s objectives. Show less