Travelling and Adventure
Jane Nyambura Kamau
Project Coordinator
Meru
Summary
Versatile Project Coordinator with a background in successfully executing diverse project tasks to meet deadlines. Highly skilled at communicating with colleagues, monitoring status and achieving key milestones. Enthusiastic problem solver and talented team player with superior planning and decision-making skills. Motivated to learn and grow in the project management industry.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spa Manager
Gluhen Spa
Meru
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Maximized efficiency through time management and staff supervision to boost productivity.
- Recorded product sales into spa's weekly income report.
- Maintained front desk workstation by keeping it clean and organized.
- Managed activities related to staff training, treatment procedures, inventory management and marketing.
- Greeted spa guests warmly to create positive first impression of establishment.
- Hired, trained and supervised spa staff on best practices, sales techniques and customer service.
- Inspected spa stock, identifying shortages, replenishing items and maintaining consistent spa inventory.
- Developed and implemented marketing and promotional strategies to increase awareness of spa and attract new customers.
- Conducted internal audits of spa finances and completed basic accounting functions to maintain accurate records.
- Generated reports to track spa performance and make recommendations for improvement.
- Managed expenses and controlled costs through proper spa budget development and monitoring.
Community Engagement Officer
Kenya Red Cross Society
Meru
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Assisted with business communications via email, social media and mailings.
- Conducted analysis of community needs and resources to support strategic plans.
- Wrote and distributed informational papers, gave out representative contact information and educated community members about specific issues.
- Coordinated and implemented numerous meetings, forums and community events.
- Conducted meetings with clergy, community leaders and organizational ally leadership.
- Interviewed members of specific populations to understand and document issues.
- Participated in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns.
- Built strong bonds with local cultural organizations by respecting unique differences and specific societal norms.
- Managed volunteer teams.
- Identified community organizations and leaders to establish and nurture relationships to help build awareness and win reforms for public.
- Transcribed data and organized spreadsheets to record pledges, phone calls, and canvassing.
- Generated reports to evaluate program success and make modifications.
- Spoke at public events, evangelizing for organizational goals and interests.
- Collaborated with community organizations in other regions to support state-wide and national outreach initiatives.
- Delivered high-level administrative support to board during regular operations and special meetings.
Project Coordinator Intern
Kenya Red Cross Society
Meru
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Volunteer management by ensuring the fundamental principles of the Red Cross are upheld
- Supported the coordination and management of projects.
- Supported in budgeting and preparing of financial reports, accounting.
- Communicated with stakeholders regarding project needs and goals
- Completing any tasks assigned by the Project Coordinator in an efficient and timely manner
- Interacted with stakeholders by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of projects to inform stakeholders of progress and updates.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key internal stakeholders.
- Collaborated with senior management on new initiatives to build confidence.
- Contributed to the planning and development of projects.
- Performed administrative tasks such as preparing invoices, estimates, scheduling meetings
- Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
Public Relations Intern - Administrative Support
Meru Technical University
Meru
10.2014 - 12.2014
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework.
- Supported in duties such as processing and preparing memos, and notices, filing correspondences, maintaining and retrieving records.
- Handles and responded to all inquiries/complaints from the students, parents, and lecturers.
- Received and welcomed visitors as well as directed them to the respective offices.
- Performed general clerical duties, i.e typesetting, photocopying of documents.
- Ensured the security of office records, equipment, and documents.
- Managed the institution's websites.
- Arranged events.
- Liaised with my seniors in making a budget for upcoming events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Project Planning And Management
The University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya 01.2015 - 12.2021
Diploma - Public Relations
Moi University
Nairobi, Kenya 09.2013 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Mwiteria Mixed Day Secondary School
Meru, Kenya 01.2012 - 12.2012
Skills
Schedule Management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of three staff members.
- Improved communication skills, and level of tolerance and learned how to deal with all kind of people.
- I have become an all round person and learned how to commit my time to helping others through volunteering
- Acquired excellent Microsoft Office applications knowledge
- Working independently and as part of a team.
- Achieved better communication by introducing Mio Salon scheduling software for scheduling appointments, recording sales, inventory management and assigning staff members.
Affiliations
- Girl Guide
- Wildlife Club of Kenya
- Kenya Red Cross Society
- Young Women's Christian Association (YWCA) Kenya
- Toastmasters
Certification
Agile Scrum Foundation
Interests
Doing communal work
Watching and listening to informative and educative programs
Listening to music
Reading books
Additional Information
- Team Player
- Can work under minimal supervision
- Focused and responsible
- Willing to learn
- Problem solving
- Decision making
REFEREES
1.Purity Kanana,
Meru Branch Coordinator,
Young Women's Christian Association
Cell No.: 0703 110 714
2. Denis Were,
Former Meru Branch Coordinator,
Kenya Red Cross
Cell No.: 0729 256 834
3. Malcom Kanyoko,
Meru Branch Coordinator,
Kenya Red Cross
Cell No.: 0724 350 144
Timeline
Spa Manager
Gluhen Spa
07.2022 - 12.2022
Agile Scrum Foundation
06-2022
Community Engagement Officer
Kenya Red Cross Society
08.2021 - 03.2022
Project Coordinator Intern
Kenya Red Cross Society
01.2019 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Project Planning And Management
The University of Nairobi
01.2015 - 12.2021
Public Relations Intern - Administrative Support
Meru Technical University
10.2014 - 12.2014
Diploma - Public Relations
Moi University
09.2013 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Mwiteria Mixed Day Secondary School
01.2012 - 12.2012
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