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Barbara Miriam  Wekesa

Barbara Miriam Wekesa

Nairobi,Nairobi -19701

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Paralegal

Mahida And Maina Company Advocates
Nairobi, Nairobi
05.2021 - Current
  • Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
  • Maintained and updated organized client contact information to keep in touch with clients and provide updates on cases.
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.

Associate Copywriter

The Bhub
Nairobi , Nairobi
04.2020 - 03.2021
  • Wrote advertising copy for online content, adhering to employers' overarching brand identity and personality.
  • Customized brand message to reach and capture target audience interest and drive engagement.
  • Monitored performance of copywriting campaigns and analyzed data to identify areas of improvement.
  • Reviewed and edited final copy for accuracy and to correct grammar errors.
  • Selected high-quality photos and videos to complement written copy.
  • Formatted copy to align with project-specific guidelines.
  • Developed short and long-term media outreach strategies in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Created content for websites and online publications.
  • Consulted with editors to shape story and eliminate any errors.
  • Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher.
  • Promoted and marketed works through social media platforms.
  • Developed and pitched story ideas to editors.
  • Wrote advertising material for use by publication, broadcast or internet media to promote sale of goods and services.
  • Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.

Front Office Receptionist

Sarova Panafric Hotel
Nairobi , Nairobi
01.2020 - 04.2020
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Maintained clean reception area to promote positive, professional environment for clients.
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Identified visitors' needs to offer solutions and information.

Education

MASTERS DEGREE IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS - International Security, Diplomacy, Environment Sec

UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
Nairobi
09.2021 - Current

DELF A1, A2, B1, B2 - French Studies

Alliance Francaise
Nairobi
01.2020 - 12.2020

Degree In Diplomacy And International Studies - Social Sciences

UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
Nairobi
01.2017 - 12.2020

Diploma In Diplomacy And International Studies - Diploma

UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
Nairobi
09.2015 - 12.2016

Pre-University - Pre-University Program

AFRICA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
Ongata Rongai
04.2015 - 08.2015

K.C.S.E - Secondary Education

MOUNT LAVERNA GIRLS' SECONDARY SCHOOL
Kasarani, Nairobi
01.2011 - 12.2014

Lower Primary - Lower Primary 1 - 4

St. Mary's Primary School
Ongata Rongai
01.2003 - 12.2006

K.C.P.E - Upper Primary 5 - 8

Marell Educational Center
Bungoma
01.2007 - 12.2010

Skills

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Interests

I have an interest in traveling the world,help the less fortunate,,and to be able to be part of a good course that would put a smile on someone's face at the end of the day I love to learn new things every single opportunity I get

Timeline

MASTERS DEGREE IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS - International Security, Diplomacy, Environment Sec

UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
09.2021 - Current

Paralegal

Mahida And Maina Company Advocates
05.2021 - Current

Associate Copywriter

The Bhub
04.2020 - 03.2021

Front Office Receptionist

Sarova Panafric Hotel
01.2020 - 04.2020

DELF A1, A2, B1, B2 - French Studies

Alliance Francaise
01.2020 - 12.2020

Degree In Diplomacy And International Studies - Social Sciences

UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
01.2017 - 12.2020

Diploma In Diplomacy And International Studies - Diploma

UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI
09.2015 - 12.2016

Pre-University - Pre-University Program

AFRICA NAZARENE UNIVERSITY
04.2015 - 08.2015

K.C.S.E - Secondary Education

MOUNT LAVERNA GIRLS' SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2011 - 12.2014

K.C.P.E - Upper Primary 5 - 8

Marell Educational Center
01.2007 - 12.2010

Lower Primary - Lower Primary 1 - 4

St. Mary's Primary School
01.2003 - 12.2006
Barbara Miriam Wekesa