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Work History
Education
Skills
Work Preference
Certification
Hobbies
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Joseph Mwilu Ndung'u

Program/Project/Events Manager
Joseph Mwilu Ndung'u

Summary

Results driven Programs, Events, Partnerships Specialist with 6+ years of experience in event management, program delivery, stakeholder engagement and business development.

Skilled at designing and delivering high impact initiatives for economic inclusion, youth empowerment and organizational growth.

Strategic thinker with experience of delivering large scale corporate events, securing funding, building partnerships and optimizing operational efficiency.

Overview

6
years of professional experience
1
Language

Work History

The Leila Janah Foundation

Programs Associate
02.2022 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Directed and executed the Woman Founder Award pilot program, mentoring 20 participants, with 60% completing the program and securing $8,000 in grants
  • Directed two editions of the Give Work Challenge, generating over $264,000 to support 48 ventures, creating 300 jobs in East Africa
  • Developed a comprehensive Reporting Dashboard, enhancing the monitoring and evaluation processes for over 25 ventures
  • Spearheaded the launch of the Growth Fund, enabling participants to scale operations with $10,000 each in additional funding
  • Managed event logistics, including venue selection, vendor coordination, and scheduling for a variety of corporate and program functions
  • Managed and protected Confidential Information in line with company policies and legal requirements.

Bengatronics Sound System Record Label

Communications Manager & Project Coordinator
10.2020 - 02.2023

Job overview

  • Coordinated production and promotion of four albums/EPs, increasing audience engagement by 80%
  • Organized successful international artist tours, including collaborations with high-profile brands like Village Cuts (UK), Shingai Shoniwa (UK), Wanavokali (KE), Ngalah Oreyo (KE), Labdi Orutu (KE), Shari Afrika (KE), Yaba (KE), Ally Fresh (KE), Mr.Lu (KE), and Les Wanyika (KE).
  • Executed media strategies that amplified visibility, resulting in a 40% increase in the label's online presence.

Muthoni Music Entertainment

Associate/Apprentice Publicist
12.2021 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Developed marketing and communication strategies for music releases, enhancing team capabilities and increasing artist satisfaction by 71%
  • Coordinated artist backstage management at Blankets and Wine events, ensuring smooth operations and a positive artist experience
  • Contributed to the successful launch of 14 music projects during Cycles 1 and 2, optimizing audience engagement
  • Demonstrated strong precision in coordinating with multiple vendors, stakeholders, and teams to deliver successful events.

Sama

People Engagement & Communications Specialist
05.2020 - 01.2022

Job overview

  • Responsible for employee engagement in Global Service Delivery(GSD) teams, including developing and executing internal communication plans and special programs and assisting leaders with their department-level engagements
  • Developed and implemented 25 virtual team-building activities, fostering inclusivity and a strong organizational culture
  • Orchestrated five COVID-19 vaccination drives, benefiting over 1000 employees in Kenya and Uganda
  • Created action-oriented engagement plans based on survey outcomes, achieving an average of 74% in Net Promoter Scores
  • Maintained a pulse on employee sentiment and helped manage escalations
  • Developed a Global Events Calendar to ensure the Global Marketing team was aware of and informed of East Africa communication plans and media events
  • Responsible for monitoring local media related to Samasource and our clients and helped manage escalations, collaborating with the global PR team
  • Managed intricate event logistics meticulously, ensuring all details were flawlessly executed for high-profile corporate events.

Sama

Marketing Analyst & Community Manager
08.2019 - 05.2020

Job overview

  • Through targeted campaigns, social media community membership increased by over in under five months
  • Organized and hosted impactful online events to boost engagement among staff and alumni
  • Produced high-quality visual content to elevate East Africa's marketing efforts, contributing to global campaigns
  • Developed an internal escalation policy to help manage and monitor Social Media escalations related to the organization and its clients
  • Responsible for monitoring and listening to both local and global online presence and
  • Social Media audience
  • Implemented stringent processes for safeguarding Confidential Information during all escalation and monitoring processes.

Smile Community Centre

Event Facilitator
10.2018 - 09.2019

Job overview

  • Responsible for handling and collecting donations and facilitating visits to the children's home during Samasource CSR event(s).

Education

Corporate Staffing

NITA Certification Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Dec 2023

University Overview

Institute of Mass Communication

Diploma from Broadcast Production
Dec 2014

University Overview

Skills

Core Skills:

  • Program and project Management Skills: Program Design and Operations, Program lifecycle management, Program coordination, Process optimization, Data Management, Operational efficiency, Grants Management, Strategic Direction, Forecasting, Risk Management, Program records management, Logistics coordination, Training coordination, Event planning, Budget monitoring, Expense reports, Data Entry, Activity Planning, Grant development support, Report writing, Philanthropy, Social Impact Investing, Community Outreach, Community Mobilisation, and Influence, Management Consulting Operational support, cultural sensitivity, KPI achievement, monitoring, and evaluation
  • Event Management: End-to-end event planning and execution, logistical support, vendor coordination, event logistics, branding, vendor relations, event communication, pre/post production, budget management, and oversight
  • Partner Relationship Management: diplomacy, relationship-building skills, marketing and acquisition strategies, growth strategy, networking, brand awareness, and positioning; Organizing partner meetings/events, B2B value Proposition, B2B relationship management;
  • Employee Engagement: Culture-building initiatives, employee satisfaction strategies, and actionable survey analysis Stakeholder Engagement: Building and managing relationships, external relations, and cross-functional team leadership
  • Marketing & Content Creation: Marketing strategy, integrated marketing, Media Relations, Account Management, campaign Management, Graphic design, PR, Media Marketing plans, merchandising, social media management, photography, videography, and live-streaming
  • Technical Tools: Microsoft Office, Canva, Filmora, Adobe, CRM tools, Eventbrite, Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Advanced MS Excel, Slack, Zoom, StreamYard, Asana, Notion, Google Workspace, Google Drive, Google Calendar, ProjectLibre, and Jira
  • Notable Skills: Administrative Duties and Support, Strategic analysis, Presentation Skills, Negotiation Skills, Business Development and Opportunities, Client/Customer Satisfaction, and Customer Service
  • Notable Strengths: Empathy, Conflict Resolution, Resilience, Grit, Get-Things-Done, Effective Communication, Strategic thinking, Growth mindset, Problem-solving, Confidential information, Ability to work independently, Team Building, Adaptability, Flexibility, Verbal communication skills, Consistent, Time Management, Multitasking, Critical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Precision, Research, Self-Motivation, Creativity, Meticulous, Collaborative, Empathetic, and Analytical mindset, Multiple priorities management, Multitasking and organization, Teamwork and collaboration, Activity planning, Creative problem solving, and Interpersonal skills

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract WorkGig Work

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leavePersonal development programsWork from home option

Certification

  • Certificate Associate in Project Management (CAPM) – Global Association for Quality Management.
  • Social Media Strategy Training and Certification HubSpot 2019 August

Hobbies

Hobbies

Swimming

Camping

Gaming

Timeline

Programs Associate
The Leila Janah Foundation
02.2022 - 06.2024
Associate/Apprentice Publicist
Muthoni Music Entertainment
12.2021 - 06.2022
Communications Manager & Project Coordinator
Bengatronics Sound System Record Label
10.2020 - 02.2023
People Engagement & Communications Specialist
Sama
05.2020 - 01.2022
Marketing Analyst & Community Manager
Sama
08.2019 - 05.2020
Event Facilitator
Smile Community Centre
10.2018 - 09.2019
Corporate Staffing
NITA Certification Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Institute of Mass Communication
Diploma from Broadcast Production

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