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Getrude Kurgat

Getrude Kurgat

Assistant Quantity Surveyor/ Graphic designer
P.O.Box,47300-00100, Nairobi, Kenya,Nairobi

Summary

A hardworking and passionate candidate with strong organizational, leadership and inter-personal skills eager to provide exceptional services to customers. Results-oriented Graphic Artist successful at applying technical skills to create art that informs and engages customers. Clear communicator and collaborative team player with an eye for detail and skill in customer relations. Skilled Youth Mentor with exceptional patience and more than 6 years of experience. Effective mentor with extensive knowledge of groups and inspiring mentality. Dedicated to individualized relationships and compassionate listening.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Graphic Designer

Self-employeed
NAIROBI, KENYA
08.2023 - Current
  • Redesigned company website, increasing average time spent on the site by visitors and driving up conversion rates.
  • Continuously researched industry trends to stay current on emerging technologies and best practices in graphic design.
  • Produced high-quality product packaging designs that successfully captured target audience attention and led to increased sales revenue.
  • Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
  • Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout, and color in design work.
  • Elevated corporate presentations with custom infographics, effectively communicating complex data in an easily digestible format.
  • Applied color theory and composition techniques to construct appealing designs.
  • Implemented design feedback from customers and internal stakeholders to improve project outcomes.
  • Implemented new software programs to streamline design workflow, resulting in reduced project timelines.
  • Developed innovative designs for variety of clients in graphic design industry.
  • Completed final touches for projects before rollout.
  • Cultivated mobile-friendly designs for variety of platforms.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Received accolades from clients for consistently delivering exceptional design work within tight deadlines.
  • Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
  • Created original artwork for range of print, web and video projects.
  • Collaborated with other designers to create visually appealing graphics for range of print and digital media.
  • Implemented feedback and suggestions from clients to improve designs.
  • Applied animation techniques to create dynamic visual elements.
  • Improved client satisfaction by creating visually appealing and impactful graphic designs for various marketing materials.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Miradi Consultants
NAIROBI, Kenya
02.2023 - Current
  • Reviewed and approved invoices and payments, verifying accuracy of expenses.
  • Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
  • Streamlined tendering processes, resulting in faster turnaround times for clients and increased winning bid rates.
  • Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
  • Estimated and analyzed work performed to request payment from clients.
  • Reduced budget overruns by accurately forecasting project expenses and monitoring progress against budget allocations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry developments through ongoing professional development activities such as attending conferences or obtaining additional certifications relevant to the field of quantity surveying.
  • Assisted in dispute resolutions between clients and contractors by providing expert advice on contractual obligations and industry best practices.
  • Collaborated with architects and engineers to optimize construction designs, minimizing material waste and reducing overall costs.
  • Implemented cost control measures throughout projects'' lifecycle, minimizing financial risks associated with scope changes or unforeseen events.
  • Improved project profitability by effectively estimating costs and negotiating contracts with suppliers.
  • Delivered consulting services to advise clients on cost-saving strategies and best practices.
  • Managed subcontractor relationships by setting clear expectations, maintaining open communication channels, and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.

Youth Mentor

The Navigators Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
02.2019 - Current
  • Worked within a dynamic team to accomplish the vision and the mission of the organization.
  • Saved approximately $150 by implementing cost-saving initiatives that addressed large project budgets of up to $6900.
  • Coordinated a team of 15 to plan and carry out a project worth approximately $1800.
  • Planned and organized cross-cultural programme.
  • Mentored over 50 university students within a period of 4 years.
  • Fund-raised an annual budget of approximately $5900 for work and personal expense for a period of 4 year.
  • Developed over 100 partners to support the work.
  • Forged partnerships with different like-minded organizations and fostered excellent useful relationships that have resulted in more efficient operations.
  • Trained and equipped emerging leaders with the necessary knowledge and skills to become the next generation leaders.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to social, spiritual and psychological problems.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to write news letters and updates to relevant partners and other communications.
  • Managed team of co-workers, overseeing operations of the daily running of the ministry activities.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Attachee

Ministry of Public Works and R.I.M.M. Global
Nakuru
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • Performed measurements for residential and commercial structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects that cost over $200000.
  • Delivered comprehensive bid proposals for projects and gained over 50% client approval on costs
  • Calculated correct costs for project-specific goods and services by gathering information from team members, sub-contractors and vendors.
  • Estimated and analyzed work performed to request payment from clients.
  • Maintained privacy and confidentiality of all information for existing and prospective clients to protect personal and business interests.

Administrative Assistant

Kagaki School
Nakuru
01.2014 - 08.2014
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels on weekly basis.
  • Created presentations to inform, motivate and persuade internal and external audiences.
  • Edited documents to improve accuracy of language, flow and readability by 90%

Education

Bachelor's in Quantity Surveying -

The University of Nairobi
Nairobi
12-2018

Certificate in Counseling Psychology, -

Serein College
Nakuru
12-2017

No Degree -

Moi Girls High School
Eldoret
Dec 2013

No Degree -

Kagaki School
Nakuru
12-2009

Skills

  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Confident and clear communicator
  • Highly adaptableExcellent interpersonal skills
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Organization prowess
  • Detail oriented and wonderful leadership skills
  • Excellent listener
  • Diligence and consistency
  • Resource mobilization
  • Fund-raising skills
  • Partnership development skills
  • Spiritual Support
  • Counseling Services
  • Team Collaboration
  • Mentoring

Interests

  • Interacting with people and building relationships

  • Taking long nature walks

Quote

Do you see someone skilled in their work? They will serve before kings; Proverbs 22: 29
Bible

Work Availability

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LONG DRIVES IN THE COUNTRYSIDE

The green fields and landscapes always leave me refreshed , always takes my breath away

Timeline

Graphic Designer

Self-employeed
08.2023 - Current

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Miradi Consultants
02.2023 - Current

Youth Mentor

The Navigators Kenya
02.2019 - Current

Attachee

Ministry of Public Works and R.I.M.M. Global
05.2016 - 08.2016

Administrative Assistant

Kagaki School
01.2014 - 08.2014

Bachelor's in Quantity Surveying -

The University of Nairobi

Certificate in Counseling Psychology, -

Serein College

No Degree -

Moi Girls High School

No Degree -

Kagaki School

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