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VOLUNTEER AND LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
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GRACE NJOKI GUTU

NAIROBI

Summary

Strategic and results-driven Project Advisor with expertise in executing large-scale events, fostering stakeholder engagement, and advancing feminist and social justice initiatives. Renowned for orchestrating impactful conferences, building high-caliber programs, and cultivating strategic partnerships. Adept at managing complex projects across diverse teams, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and creating meaningful, lasting impact through innovative planning and seamless execution.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Coordinator - Office of the Governor

COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF KIRINYAGA
NAIROBI
09.2023 - 12.2024
  • Managed communication channels between various teams involved in the execution of complex projects.
  • Facilitated meetings between stakeholders to discuss project requirements, objectives or outcomes.

  • Coordinated with internal departments as well as external vendors to ensure successful completion of tasks.
  • Used control tools to update and monitor project schedules.
  • Managed portfolio of projects to drive on-time deliverables within scope and budget.
  • Prioritized needs and delegated assignments to simultaneously handle multiple projects.
  • Established and maintained quality performance metrics to meet objectives.
  • Developed and updated project plans to document objectives, technologies, schedules, and funding.
  • Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
  • Developed and implemented project tracker or calendar to meet and maintain standards.
  • Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.

Project Lead

COUNCIL OF GOVERNORS
NAIROBI
01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Coordinated with stakeholders to ensure that all deliverables were met in a timely manner.
  • Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
  • Conducted weekly status meetings with key stakeholders to review progress and address issues or concerns.
  • Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
  • Developed training materials and conducted user trainings on new applications and processes.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
  • Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
  • Submitted project deliverables to clients, consistently adhering to quality standards.

Education

BBA - Human Resources Management

ZETECH UNIVERSITY
NAIROBI,KENYA
11-2023

Diploma - Project Management

KCA UNIVERSITY
NAIROBI,,KENYA
08-2022

Skills

    TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Project Management Tools (Asana, Trello, Mondaycom)
  • Event Management Software
  • Microsoft Office Suite & Google Workspace
  • Communication & Collaboration Platforms (Slack, Zoom, MS Teams)

Certification

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

  • Project Management Certification
  • Event Planning & Management Certificate
  • Gender Equality & Social Justice Training

Languages

English
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
A1

VOLUNTEER AND LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

UN VOLUNTEERS

  • Actively contributed to feminist and social justice initiatives, supporting advocacy programs, and public engagement.
  • Assisted in planning and executing community events, workshops, and training sessions focused on gender equality.

Affiliations

  • Project Management & Coordination
  • Conference & Event Planning
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Program Development & Execution
  • External Communications
  • Speaker & Panel Coordination
  • Research & Content Development
  • Social Justice & Feminist Advocacy

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Project Coordinator - Office of the Governor

COUNTY GOVERNMENT OF KIRINYAGA
09.2023 - 12.2024

Project Lead

COUNCIL OF GOVERNORS
01.2023 - 12.2024

BBA - Human Resources Management

ZETECH UNIVERSITY

Diploma - Project Management

KCA UNIVERSITY

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