DENNIS WAMBUGU WANDINA
Nyeri
Summary
Driven project assistant with two years of experience in adminstrative tasks. Demonstrated abilities in analytical problem solving and talent for boosting operational efficiency
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
PROJECT ASSISTANT
VICTORIA CHESS DEVELOPMENT GROUP
6 2023 - Current
- Designing and implementing structured chess training programs for over 100 youths and children, successfully improving critical thinking and problem-solving skills among the participants based on pre- and post-training assessments
- Event management: Ensure that all chess tournaments and activities are well organized, participants are prepared and event objectives are met.
- Coordinating logistics and administration for all chess-related activities, including scheduling sessions, procuring materials, and managing attendance records to ensure smooth program execution
- Mentoring and empowering youth from marginalized communities, including the Blue-Kenya Foundation and Kisumu slums, promoting personal development and boosting self-confidence through strategic goal setting and personalized mentorship plans
- Leading the project monitoring and evaluation processes, tracking progress through qualitative and quantitative data collection methods, resulting in a 20% increase in youth participation within the first three months
- Managing partnerships with local organizations and stakeholders to secure resources and funding for program expansion, contributing to an increase in available resources
- Developing and maintaining reports on project performance, ensuring timely communication with senior management and sponsors, demonstrating alignment with organizational goals
- Coordinating volunteer recruitment and training, streamlining operational workflows and increasing volunteer retention by 15%
- Organizing community outreach events to promote chess as a tool for social change, attracting over 200 new participants and generating positive media coverage
DATA ENUMERATOR
CENTRE FOR POPULATION HEALTH RESEARCH AND MANAGEMENT (CPHRM GROUP)
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Carried out home visits to over 300 households to obtain consent to conduct interviews and collect data using the Harmonized Targeting Tool (HTT)
- Explained assignment (TPQA) objectives and procedures to household respondents achieving a high consent rate
- Implemented quality control measures, including filling in control questions and thorough checks of recorded responses for data accuracy and integrity before submission for supervision, maintained a 99% accuracy rate
ATTACHÉ
LAKE REGION ECONOMIC BLOC (LREB)
Kisumu, Kisumu
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted research and analysis on various LREB activities and programs related to devolution and local economic development, submitting detailed reports to management leading to informed decision-making processes with data-driven insights, contributing to the bloc's strategic planning
- Represented LREB in stakeholders’ meetings, contributing to discussions on economic development issues in the Lake Victoria region
- Facilitated cross-sector collaboration and ensured LREB’s objectives were aligned with regional development goals
- Updated and maintained the organization’s database by collecting and collating data, ensuring accurate records for management reporting
- Organized and prepared meeting agendas as the principal secretary to the board, ensuring efficient scheduling and smooth execution of organizational meetings
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Diplomacy, with IT
MASENO UNIVERSITY
Kisumu, Kenya 08.2019 - 12.2023
Certificate in Research -
KENYA INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC POLICY RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
08.2023 - 09.2023
Leadership Training - undefined
CORPORATE CAREER ACADEMY
Leadership Skills Development - undefined
TIMAZI LEADERSHIP GROUP
Skills
Project Management
Organization management
Partnership management
Monitoring & Evaluation
Stakeholder Engagement
Communication Strategy Development
References
- Dr. Michael Owiso, Director - School of Development & Strategic Studies, Maseno University, (+254) 722710912, mowiso@maseno.ac.ke
- Birgen Brimine, Research Consultant, International Rescue Committee, (+254) 111251114, birgenkipsang02@gmail.com
- George Macheneri, Principal - Mt Kenya Academy Senior School, (+254) 721534874, gmacheneri@mtkenyaacademy.ac.ke
Awards
- 2022/2023, Best Performing Student Leader, Maseno University Students' Organization (SOMU)
- 04/01/18, Best Debater, Great Debaters Contest
Accomplishments
Collaborated with the student Council at Maseno University as their chairperson in the development of policies to ensure a good relationship between the students and the administration.
Timeline
DATA ENUMERATOR
CENTRE FOR POPULATION HEALTH RESEARCH AND MANAGEMENT (CPHRM GROUP)
11.2023 - 02.2024
Certificate in Research -
KENYA INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC POLICY RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
08.2023 - 09.2023
ATTACHÉ
LAKE REGION ECONOMIC BLOC (LREB)
05.2022 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations and Diplomacy, with IT
MASENO UNIVERSITY
08.2019 - 12.2023
Leadership Training - undefined
CORPORATE CAREER ACADEMY
Leadership Skills Development - undefined
TIMAZI LEADERSHIP GROUP
PROJECT ASSISTANT
VICTORIA CHESS DEVELOPMENT GROUP
6 2023 - Current
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