Summary

Overview

Work History

Education

Skills

Mentorship

Timeline

Hi, I’m

George Odero

Economist

Nairobi

Summary

Highly collaborative Director of Finance with strong skills in statistical analysis and performance. Poised and sharp with skill to translate financial metrics into actionable details. Exceptional performance outlining strategic financial directions for business growth. Knowledgeable about regulatory requirements and successful strategies for maintaining optimal controls. Well-organized, proactive and adaptable to changing markets. Proactive Finance officer with strong background in financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting. Develops and implements financial plans and delivers strategic financial advice. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level in economics and research position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

10

years of professional experience

13

years of post-secondary education

Work History

KAG Olympic Educational Centre
Nairobi

School Finance Officer

09.2017 - Current

Job overview

Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets.
Collaborated with team leaders to define standards, policies and procedures to meet company revenue goals.
Analyzed financial data regarding product performance and customer performance and developed reports for key stakeholders.
Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
Maintained responsive organization with sustained revenue growth through industry forecast monitoring and deliberate financial planning.

KAG Olympic Educational Centre
Nairobi

School Board Member

01.2021 - 12.2023

Job overview

Collaborated with administration staff to develop functional budgets within allocated funds.
Coordinated retrieval and distribution of student records from other schools and institutions.
Proven record of developing and implementing school policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements and student safety standards.
Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.
Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.

KAG Olympic Educational Centre
Nairobi

Librarian

09.2017 - 05.2018

Job overview

Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.
Kept catalog orderly and updated with latest material additions and removals.
Restored order in face of conflicts between patrons and staff regarding policies, services and resource use.
Maintained equipment in good working order for school-wide use.
Taught children about library practices via individual and group instruction.
Joined forces with teachers and administrators to support curriculum content, learning outcomes and student information needs.
Notified supervisors when major equipment repairs were needed.
Resolved patrons' complaints tactfully and professionally.
Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
Developed policies and procedures for library patrons for optimal satisfaction.
Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.

ST Judy High School
Nairobi

Untrained Teacher

05.2014 - 07.2017

Job overview

Monitored classrooms for safety and good behavior, offering students positive reinforcement to maintain discipline.
Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
Monitored student progress to provide feedback on assignments and guidance on areas requiring improvement.
Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
Facilitated discussions and activities to promote student collaboration and engagement.
Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.

Education

University of Nairobi
Nairobi

Bachelor of Arts from Economics And Statistics

09.2017 - 12.2021

University Overview

Member of ECOSA (Economics Students Association)

Bright Star Secondary School
Nairobi

06.2010 - 11.2013

University Overview

KCSE

Muhanda Primary School
Nairobi

09.2004 - 11.2009

University Overview

KCPE

Skills

Financial analysis and reporting

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Mentorship

Mentorship

Trained as a mentor by Mentor Africa Network, thanks to PhD Dr Dancan Irungu- Day Star University Kenya and PhD Dr Joyce Ndegwa, USIU University Kenya
Trained in counseling- one day course by Mentor Africa Network
Taught and graduated mentees at KAG Olympic Church Kibera- Nairobi, in 2018.
A youth leader/representative and Board member at KAG Olympic Church Kibera
Helped the church in designing and implementing the strategic plan(s) 2017-2022 and 2023-2028

Timeline

School Board Member

KAG Olympic Educational Centre

01.2021 - 12.2023

School Finance Officer

KAG Olympic Educational Centre

09.2017 - Current

Librarian

KAG Olympic Educational Centre

09.2017 - 05.2018

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Arts from Economics And Statistics

09.2017 - 12.2021

Untrained Teacher

ST Judy High School

05.2014 - 07.2017

Bright Star Secondary School

06.2010 - 11.2013

Muhanda Primary School

09.2004 - 11.2009