Jairo Ombudu
Nairobi
Summary
Accomplished Marketing and Communications Manager and English Teacher with a proven track record at Woodcreek School, adept in strategic planning, brand management, and stakeholder engagement. Spearheaded impactful communication strategies that elevated the school’s visibility, while fostering academic excellence and personal growth through dynamic teaching and mentorship. Skilled in event management, creative design, and crisis communication, bringing a holistic approach to school communications and community relations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marketing and Communications Manager.
Woodcreek School.
Nairobi
08.2018 - Current
- Strategic Communications Leadership: Drive the school's communications strategy, ensuring cohesive and mission-aligned messaging across all platforms and channels.
- Event and Brand Management: Organize and host school events that reinforce the brand, engage stakeholders, and highlight the school's strengths and culture.
- Marketing and Digital Presence: Execute marketing campaigns, oversee website and social media content, and enhance the school's visibility and reputation.
- Crisis and Reputation Management: Develop crisis communication strategies and train staff on brand reputation, proactively safeguarding the school's image.
- Stakeholder and Community Engagement: Communicate effectively with parents, students, and partners, and manage CSR initiatives to strengthen school-community relationships.
TEACHER OF ENGLISH AND LITERATURE.
Woodcreek School.
Nairobi
08.2018 - Current
- Curriculum Planning and Instruction: Planned and taught English language and literature in line with the syllabus, fostering strong language skills and analytical abilities.
- Student Support and Mentorship: Provided counselling and guidance to students, supporting their academic and personal development.
- Examination Preparation and Assessment: Trained candidate classes for IGCSE exams, managed exam setting, supervision, and marking, and led revision sessions to enhance student performance.
- Active Collaboration in Academic Progress: Participated in staff meetings to discuss student achievements, address disciplinary matters, and contribute to academic improvement strategies.
- Enrichment and Engagement Initiatives: Organized school trips and provided additional weekend and off-hour tutoring to deepen students' learning experiences and engagement.
TEACHER OF ENGLISH AND LITERATURE.
Potterhouse School.
Nairobi
01.2010 - 04.2018
- Planning and teaching the English language as a subject.
- Teaching English Literature according to the syllabus.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss students’ academic achievement and Disciplinary cases.
- Training candidate classes for the IGCSE exams.
- Managed the setting, supervision, marking, and revision of school examinations.
Education
Master of Arts - Corporate Communications.
DAYSTAR UNIVERSITY.
Nairobi. 12-2020
Bachelor of Arts - English And Literature in English.
CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN AFRICA.
Nairobi. 10-2009
Skills
- Strategic Planning and Analysis
- Social Media Management and Content Creation
- Event Planning and Execution
- Crisis Communication and Risk Management
- Design Thinking and Problem Solving
- Creative Design and Branding
- Effective Communication and Public Speaking
- Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Building
Affiliations
- Community Volunteer
- Sports Enthusiast
- Public Speaker
- Travel and Cultural Exploration
- Mentor
Accomplishments
- Top International Student in IGCSE English (Edexcel) – June 2016 exam series. Best in the World Student Recognition by Edexcel International – Awarded to Michelle Chesire, a student under my mentorship
- Best Set Design – Kenya Theatre Awards 2023, for co-designing the set of the school production Mekatilili wa Menza
- Best Musical Award – Kenya Theatre Awards 2023, for producing an acclaimed school musical production
Certification
- Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023 Part 1 Questionnaire (Archived)
- Dealing with Bereavement and Loss for International Schools
- A Guide to International Data Protection: Education
- Child Protection Refresher for International Schools 2023 (Archived)
- Online Safety Act
- Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
- Overcoming Loneliness for International Schools
- Dyslexia Awareness for International Schools
- Concussion Awareness (Archived)
- First Aid Essentials for International Schools
- Preventing Bullying for International Schools
- Child Protection in Sport and Active Leisure
- An Induction to Boarding for International Schools
- A Guide to International Data Protection: Education (Archived)
- Child Protection for International Schools
- Digital Marketing Course.
- Marketing and Admissions professional development workshop.
- Personal Branding.
- Reputatation Management.
Languages
English
First Language
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
Referees.
Mr. Bernard Wandabwa
Role: Cambridge Coordinator
Email: bwandabwa@gmail.com
Tel: +254) 721 418 267
Mr. Elijah Ondigi
Role: Examinations Officer, St. Andrews Turi
Email: eondingi@gmail.com
Tel: (+254) 726 386 730
Mrs. Milka Mwangi - Muteke
Role: Coordinator, Potterhouse School
Email: mmwangi@gmail.com
Tel: (+254) 722 904 901
Timeline
Marketing and Communications Manager.
Woodcreek School.
08.2018 - Current
TEACHER OF ENGLISH AND LITERATURE.
Woodcreek School.
08.2018 - Current
TEACHER OF ENGLISH AND LITERATURE.
Potterhouse School.
01.2010 - 04.2018
Master of Arts - Corporate Communications.
DAYSTAR UNIVERSITY.
Bachelor of Arts - English And Literature in English.
CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN AFRICA.
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