Kithure Andrew Marangu
Corporate Communications & Marketing Manager
Nakuru
Summary
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To work in a busy and dynamic organization that will enable me to fully utilize my potential and the acquired skills in helping the institution to meet its stated objectives.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Ability to meet my work timelines without supervision.
- A team player with outstanding leadership qualities.
- Good communication and people skills.
- A strategic thinker and fast learner.
- Dynamic, well organized and self-motivated.
- Resilient and focused.
- High entrepreneurial skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
42
42
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Corporate Communication and Marketing Manager
KABARAK UNIVERSITY
11.2015
- Development and implementation of the appropriate Communication and marketing Brand strategies that enhance the University image
- Develop Marketing strategies for new courses and establishments
- Oversee implementation of the Marketing strategy –including campaigns, events, digital marketing and Public Relations
- Market Academic programmes and the University as a destination for conferences and workshops
- Advising, organizing and managing events, Grand opens and any other activities for the university
- Working closely with the University deans and directors; enabling them to meet their objectives by providing them with appropriate tools, materials and presentations
- Guiding the day-to-day activities of the front office, Communication, and Marketing office department
- Coordinating all Communication and Marketing activities in the Main and its other Campuses
- Ensuring the departments objectives are implemented and realized
- Manage website and social media presence and direct programs to improve social media reputation and recognition
- Manage, coordinate and Publicize important events in the University
- Handle all queries and concerns from the public and ensure client satisfaction
- Undertake continuous analysis of competitive environment and customer trends
- Liaison with sister companies
- Seek opportunities for partnerships and collaboration
- Oversee Corporate Social Responsibility Activities
- Coordinate linkages with industry, institutions and other corporate bodies
- Oversee the design and production of University branded materials for all events
- Develop and circulate in-house newsletters
- Preparing the media plan
- Collaborate with internal teams and maintain open communication with senior management
- Any other duty assigned by the Vice Chancellor or University Authority.
Associate Pastor
God’s Power Kingdom Centre
01.2013
- Finance, Administration and PR
Assistant Registrar Marketing
MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY
11.2011 - 11.2015
- Career trainings in High schools in counties servicing university
- Gathering and responding to customer feedback through social media platforms
- Handling queries from all stakeholders
- Marketing University Academic Programmes
- Advising the Centre Management Committee on market needs
- Developing marketing and public relations strategies in line with current trends
- Coordinating the Events Organizing Committee at the university
- Publicizing university activities and events
- In charge of organizing Corporate Social Responsibility events
- Coordinating linkages with other spiritual groups and churches
- Developing and circulating internal marketing materials.
Admissions and Marketing Officer
MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY
11.2008 - 11.2011
- Coordination and management of Admissions and marketing offices
- Processing students’ admissions
- Registration of continuing students
- Public relations.
Education
Master of Science in Marketing (customer relationship mgnt) -
Mount Kenya University
01.2015 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Business Management (Marketing option) Hons - undefined
Mount Kenya University
01.2010 - 04.2013
Certificate Medical Laboratory Technology - undefined
Mount Kenya University
01.2006 - 04.2008
Diploma in Biblical Studies and Evangelism - undefined
Agape School of Evangelism - Tanzania
01.2001 - 04.2003
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined
Kirige High School
01.1995 - 04.1997
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - undefined
Muringombugi Primary School
01.1984 - 04.1991
Master of Science in Marketing (customer relationship mgnt) - undefined
Mount Kenya University
01.2015 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Business Management (Marketing option) Hons - undefined
Mount Kenya University
01.2010 - 04.2013
Certificate Medical Laboratory Technology - undefined
Mount Kenya University
01.2006 - 04.2008
Diploma in Biblical Studies and Evangelism - undefined
Agape School of Evangelism - Tanzania
01.2001 - 04.2003
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined
Kirige High School
01.1995 - 04.1997
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - undefined
Muringombugi Primary School
01.1984 - 04.1991
Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Digital Marketing
Customer Acquisition
Public and Media Relations
Budgeting and Allocation
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Marketing campaign development
Certifications
- ISO 9001:2008 Auditor Training- Alpex Consulting Africa Limited
- NASCOP Training – Thika Institute of Technology
- Computer Packages Training
Auxiliary Experiences
- Part time Pastor – Faith Celebration Ministries International
- Caretaker Students’ Council Mount Kenya University
- Student Representative School of Health Sciences
Languages
English
Kiswahili
References
- Apostle Joel Maina, General Overseer, True, gpkcnakuru@gmail.com, Nakuru, Kenya, +254720108088, English
- Prof. John Ochola, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, kabarak University, True, JOchola@kabarak.ac.ke, Nakuru, Kenya, +254723904787, English
- Boniface Murigi, Director Marketing and Corporate Affairs- Mount Kenya University, True, bmurigi@mku.ac.ke, Thika, Kenya, +254721779133, English
Timeline
Corporate Communication and Marketing Manager
KABARAK UNIVERSITY
11.2015
Master of Science in Marketing (customer relationship mgnt) -
Mount Kenya University
01.2015 - 04.2018
Master of Science in Marketing (customer relationship mgnt) - undefined
Mount Kenya University
01.2015 - 04.2018
Associate Pastor
God’s Power Kingdom Centre
01.2013
Assistant Registrar Marketing
MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY
11.2011 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Business Management (Marketing option) Hons - undefined
Mount Kenya University
01.2010 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Business Management (Marketing option) Hons - undefined
Mount Kenya University
01.2010 - 04.2013
Admissions and Marketing Officer
MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY
11.2008 - 11.2011
Certificate Medical Laboratory Technology - undefined
Mount Kenya University
01.2006 - 04.2008
Certificate Medical Laboratory Technology - undefined
Mount Kenya University
01.2006 - 04.2008
Diploma in Biblical Studies and Evangelism - undefined
Agape School of Evangelism - Tanzania
01.2001 - 04.2003
Diploma in Biblical Studies and Evangelism - undefined
Agape School of Evangelism - Tanzania
01.2001 - 04.2003
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined
Kirige High School
01.1995 - 04.1997
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined
Kirige High School
01.1995 - 04.1997
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - undefined
Muringombugi Primary School
01.1984 - 04.1991
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) - undefined
Muringombugi Primary School
01.1984 - 04.1991
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