Cyrus Kiarie
Nanyuki
Summary
I am a strategic planner and operational leader with strong background improving performance, productivity, efficiency and profitability of departmental and organizational operations. Practiced in providing assorted teams with support and resources to succeed.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Of Protocol and Liaison
County Government of Laikipia
Nanyuki, Kenya
12.2022 - Current
- Develop, coordinate and monitor Protocol activities to ensure compliance with established policies.
- Organize press events with visiting representatives from foreign governments or organizations.
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate diplomatic communication.
- Organize protocol events such as receptions, state dinners, official visits, conferences and other functions.
- Manage the preparation of documents for guest arrivals including visas, transportation arrangements, accommodations and itineraries.
- Provide administrative support for high-level meetings and conferences.
Business Development Executive
Protocol Outsource Services LTD
Nanyuki, Kenya
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer base and revenue growth.
- Conducted market research and identified potential business opportunities.
- Built relationships with clients, partners and vendors to facilitate successful partnerships.
- Created presentations on the company's services, products, pricing plans and marketing campaigns.
- Organized trade shows, conferences and other events to promote the brand image of the organization.
- Collaborated with sales team members to identify target markets and develop sales strategies.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for new business development initiatives.
Unit Manager
Home Afrika LTD
Nairobi, Kenya
02.2019 - 12.2020
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to improve operational efficiency.
- Maintained financial records, prepared budgets, and monitored expenditures for multiple departments.
- Managed a team of staff members, providing guidance and direction to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Conducted research on current industry trends to identify potential areas for improvement in business operations.
- Organized meetings with stakeholders to discuss objectives, strategies, and timelines for completing tasks.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to generate reports on customer satisfaction levels.
- Created presentations to present findings from market research activities to senior management team.
Business Executive
Bank of Africa
Nanyuki, Kenya
01.2014 - 12.2018
- Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase customer base and maximize profits.
- Identified new business opportunities and developed relationships with potential clients.
- Provided guidance on financial planning and investment options to customers.
- Conducted market research to identify trends in the banking industry and develop competitive products.
- Analyzed customer requirements, identified areas of improvement and recommended solutions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thingithu Secondary School
Nanyuki11-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Public Relations And Diplomacy
Mt. Kenya University
ThikaSkills
- Report Writing
- Business Administration
- Meeting planning
- Office Management
- Administrative Support
- Customer Service
- Travel administration
- Scheduling
- Staff Management
- Travel Arrangements
- Phone Etiquette
- Articulate and well-spoken
- Computer skills
Certification
- Protocol, Etiquette and Event Management Certificate
- Director Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Accomplishments
- Appointed a Director in the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Appointed as a Youth Leader in the County of Laikipia
- Member of the Agricultural Society of Kenya, Mt. Kenya Branch
- Board Member of Nanyuki D.E.B Prrimary School
Affiliations
- Travel enthusiast
- Master of Ceremonies
- Avid book reader
Timeline
Head Of Protocol and Liaison
County Government of Laikipia
12.2022 - Current
Business Development Executive
Protocol Outsource Services LTD
01.2020 - 12.2022
Unit Manager
Home Afrika LTD
02.2019 - 12.2020
Business Executive
Bank of Africa
01.2014 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Thingithu Secondary School
Some College (No Degree) - Public Relations And Diplomacy
Mt. Kenya University
- Protocol, Etiquette and Event Management Certificate
- Director Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry
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