Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
References
Languages
References
Timeline
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Ann Wagaki Gikonyo

Nyeri

Summary

A reliable and dependable professional with a strong background in staff training and development. Demonstrates exceptional leadership skills, technical report writing, time-management abilities and relationship management.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Enterprise Development Coordinator

Equity Group Foundation
Nairobi, Kenya
2022.08 - Current
  • Liaised with external parties to ensure seamless project execution.
  • Analysed project performance metrics to make continuous improvements.
  • Build and maintained strong relationships with partners and key stakeholders.
  • Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
  • Oversaw daily operations ensuring consistency in quality and service delivery.
  • Coordinated staff training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge base.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms.

Enterprise Development Officer

Equity Group Foundation
, Kenya
2019.03 - 2022.07
  • Devised and coordinated learning and development activity, aligned with key priorities and objectives.
  • Tracked impact of training programmes against pre-established metrics.
  • Prepared detailed training materials, ensured ease of understanding for all participants.
  • Handled logistical arrangements for off-site seminars and workshops efficiently.

Relationship Officer Credit

Equity Bank Limited
, Kenya
2013.01 - 2019.02
  • Interpreted customer needs to provide tailored advice on suitable products and services.
  • Addressed potential problems proactively by closely monitoring customer accounts,.
  • Improved customer relationships by addressing their queries and concerns promptly.
  • Established rapport with clients to facilitate open communication lines.
  • Leveraged market and competitor data to identify market opportunities and gaps.
  • Conducted regular follow-ups to ensure client satisfaction levels remained optimal.

Financial Literacy Trainer

Equity Group Foundation
, Kenya
2010.10 - 2012.12
  • Prepared training materials and supplemental aids to support participants comprehension.
  • Mobilized participants for training
  • Cross selling suitable bank products to the customers
  • Facilitated Financial Literacy sessions
  • Documented success stories

Tutor

Limuru College of Early Childhood Development
Limuru, Kiambu
2010.04 - 2010.04

Preparing schemes of work and training materials for the students

Training, setting exams and preparing progress reports

Freelance Writer

All Writing
2010.01 - 2010.04
  • Researching
  • Report writing
  • Academic Writing

Project Officer

Take Heart Association Project
Nairobi, Nairobi
2009.01 - 2009.12
  • Proposal writing
  • Fundraising

Child Worker

Scripture Union of Kenya, Kiambu Area
2007.11 - 2009.12

· Vocational Bible School training

· Running Bible Clubs

· Facilitating Bible school rallies

· Material Development

· Life Skills Training

Career Guidance

Enumerator

Ministry of Housing and Planning
2009.08 - 2009.08

Enumerating

Teacher

The Salvation Army, Thika High School for the Visu
Thika, Kiambu
2008.05 - 2008.08

· Teaching English and Braille

Training on orientation and Mobility

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theological Studies

Salt Lake University
Kenya
2025.01 -

Executive Certificate of Proficiency in Insurance - Executive Certificate of Proficiency in Insurance

College of Insurance
Nairobi
2024.08 - 2024.08

Diploma - Human Resource Management

Kenya Methodist University
Kenya
2011.01 - 2013.12

Bachelor of Education - Special Education

Kenyatta University
Kenya
2004.09 - 2008.12

Certificate of Basic Sign Language Skills - Kenyan Sign Language

Kenya Sign Language Training Programme
Nairobi
2007.04 - 2007.08

Certificate in Computer Packages - Computer Packages

Insight Commercial College
2003.12 - 2004.07

Certificate of Secondary Education - Secondary Education

St Marys Girl Secondary School
Kenya
2000.01 - 2003.11

Certificate of Primary Education -

Manguo Primary School
Kenya
1992.01 - 1999.11

Certificate of Completion - Facilitating Face to Face Learning

Equity Bank & IFC
Kenya
2025.03 - 2025.03

Certificate of Completion - Finding your Path for Facilitation

Grow Learn Connect-IFC
Kenya
2025.03 - 2025.03

Certificate of Completion - Foundations of Learning

Grow Learn Connect - IFC
Kenya
2025.03 - 2025.03

First Aid Training Certificate - First Aid Training

Safetec Solution LTD
Nairobi
2024.12 - 2024.12

Certificate of Participation - Post Trauma and Stress Management Training

Safetec Solution LTD
Nairobi
2024.12 - 2024.12

Certificate of Participation - Safety and health Training

Safetec Solution LTD
Nairobi
2024.12 - 2024.12

Certificate of Participation - Fire Safety Training

Safetec Solution LTD
Nairobi
2024.12 - 2024.12

Certificate of Completion - Elevating the Customer Experience

Moodys
Kenya
2024.07 - 2024.07

Certificate of Completion - Foundations of Banking and Credit

Moodys
Kenya
2024.07 - 2024.07

Certificate of Completion - Consulting Skills Training

GIZ-SME
Kenya
2022.10 - 2022.10

Certificate of Completion - Enhancing Leadership effectiveness

GIZ SME
Kenya
2022.10 - 2022.10

Certificate of Completion - Training and Facilitation Skills

GIZ-SME
Kenya
2022.09 - 2022.09

Certificate of Completion - Curriculum Development Essentials

GIZ-SME
Kenya
2022.09 - 2022.09

Certificate of Completion - Business Coaching and Mentoring Skills Training

GIZ-SME
Kenya
2022.09 - 2022.09

Certificate of Attendance - Initial Training in GYB-SYB-IYB

SIYB-ILO
Kenya
2020.02 - 2020.02

Certified - Trainer GYB-SYB-IYB

SIYB-ILO
Kenya
2020.03 - 2020.03

Certified - Financial Education Trainer

Equity Group Foundation
Kenya
2010.11 - 2010.11

Certified - Enterprise Development Agent

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sport and UNDP
Kenya
2009.11 - 2009.11

Certified - Business Skill & Entrepreneurship Development

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sport and UNDP
Kenya
2008.11 - 2008.11

Certificate of Attendance - Alternative to Violence workshop

Alternative to Violence Project
Kenya
2008.09 - 2008.09

Certificate of Attendance - Women Poverty Eradication Education

Women Poverty Eradication Education Organization
Kenya
2007.03 - 2007.03

Skills

  • Staff Training and Development
  • Customer service excellence
  • Leadership skills
  • Report writing
  • Time-management
  • Event planning
  • Strategic Planning
  • First Aid certification
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Relationship Management
  • Public Speaking

Certification

  • Certified Financial Literacy Trainer by Equity Group Foundation
  • Certified Enterprise Development Agent by UNDP in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth
  • Certified Financial Literacy Trainer by Equity Group Foundation
  • Certified Entrepreneurship Trainer by International Labor Organization (ILO)
  • Certified Business Mentor/Coach
  • Certified First Aider by Safetec Solutions LTD

Accomplishments

  • Recognized by St Marys Secondary School for being the Compound Prefect during the academic year 2003
  • Recognized by Kenya Students Christian Fellowship (KSCF) Limuru Sub Area for successfully serving the Christian Union as the Chairlady from June 2002 to June 2003
  • Recognized by Thika Kiambu Evangelistic Team KU Chapter for serving as the Vice Secretary from 2005 to 2008
  • Recognized by Dedan Kimathi University of Technology for serving as a coach during the DeKUT i2B weekend held from 10th to 11th March 2023
  • Recognized by Dedan Kimathi University of Technology for participating as a facilitator during the students peer counsellors training in Financial Literacy

Affiliations

  • Training
  • Travelling

References

Apostle Dan Gichimu

Founder

HOREIM Ministry, Kenya

0728860003

dangichimu654@gmail.com

Lydia Wawira Kaburi

Program Manager

Equity Group Foundation

0724515464

lydia.wawira@equitygroupfoundation.com

Shem Gikonyo

Business Growth and Development Manager

Equity Bank, Limuru Branch

0720269973

shem.gikonyo@equitybank.co.ke

Languages

English
Fluent
Kiswahili
Fluent
Kenyan Sign Language
Beginner

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certificate of Completion - Facilitating Face to Face Learning

Equity Bank & IFC
2025.03 - 2025.03

Certificate of Completion - Finding your Path for Facilitation

Grow Learn Connect-IFC
2025.03 - 2025.03

Certificate of Completion - Foundations of Learning

Grow Learn Connect - IFC
2025.03 - 2025.03

Bachelor of Arts - Theological Studies

Salt Lake University
2025.01 -

First Aid Training Certificate - First Aid Training

Safetec Solution LTD
2024.12 - 2024.12

Certificate of Participation - Post Trauma and Stress Management Training

Safetec Solution LTD
2024.12 - 2024.12

Certificate of Participation - Safety and health Training

Safetec Solution LTD
2024.12 - 2024.12

Certificate of Participation - Fire Safety Training

Safetec Solution LTD
2024.12 - 2024.12

Executive Certificate of Proficiency in Insurance - Executive Certificate of Proficiency in Insurance

College of Insurance
2024.08 - 2024.08

Certificate of Completion - Elevating the Customer Experience

Moodys
2024.07 - 2024.07

Certificate of Completion - Foundations of Banking and Credit

Moodys
2024.07 - 2024.07

Certificate of Completion - Consulting Skills Training

GIZ-SME
2022.10 - 2022.10

Certificate of Completion - Enhancing Leadership effectiveness

GIZ SME
2022.10 - 2022.10

Certificate of Completion - Training and Facilitation Skills

GIZ-SME
2022.09 - 2022.09

Certificate of Completion - Curriculum Development Essentials

GIZ-SME
2022.09 - 2022.09

Certificate of Completion - Business Coaching and Mentoring Skills Training

GIZ-SME
2022.09 - 2022.09

Enterprise Development Coordinator

Equity Group Foundation
2022.08 - Current

Certified - Trainer GYB-SYB-IYB

SIYB-ILO
2020.03 - 2020.03

Certificate of Attendance - Initial Training in GYB-SYB-IYB

SIYB-ILO
2020.02 - 2020.02

Enterprise Development Officer

Equity Group Foundation
2019.03 - 2022.07

Relationship Officer Credit

Equity Bank Limited
2013.01 - 2019.02

Diploma - Human Resource Management

Kenya Methodist University
2011.01 - 2013.12

Certified - Financial Education Trainer

Equity Group Foundation
2010.11 - 2010.11

Financial Literacy Trainer

Equity Group Foundation
2010.10 - 2012.12

Tutor

Limuru College of Early Childhood Development
2010.04 - 2010.04

Freelance Writer

All Writing
2010.01 - 2010.04

Certified - Enterprise Development Agent

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sport and UNDP
2009.11 - 2009.11

Enumerator

Ministry of Housing and Planning
2009.08 - 2009.08

Project Officer

Take Heart Association Project
2009.01 - 2009.12

Certified - Business Skill & Entrepreneurship Development

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sport and UNDP
2008.11 - 2008.11

Certificate of Attendance - Alternative to Violence workshop

Alternative to Violence Project
2008.09 - 2008.09

Teacher

The Salvation Army, Thika High School for the Visu
2008.05 - 2008.08

Child Worker

Scripture Union of Kenya, Kiambu Area
2007.11 - 2009.12

Certificate of Basic Sign Language Skills - Kenyan Sign Language

Kenya Sign Language Training Programme
2007.04 - 2007.08

Certificate of Attendance - Women Poverty Eradication Education

Women Poverty Eradication Education Organization
2007.03 - 2007.03

Bachelor of Education - Special Education

Kenyatta University
2004.09 - 2008.12

Certificate in Computer Packages - Computer Packages

Insight Commercial College
2003.12 - 2004.07

Certificate of Secondary Education - Secondary Education

St Marys Girl Secondary School
2000.01 - 2003.11

Certificate of Primary Education -

Manguo Primary School
1992.01 - 1999.11
Ann Wagaki Gikonyo