Margaret Kaluki
Eldoret, Kenya,Uasin Gishu
Summary
Dedicated professional with expertise in family systems theory, trauma-focused cognitive behavioural therapy, and anger management techniques. Skilled in career counselling using self-awareness techniques to guide individuals towards fulfilling career paths. Committed to applying therapeutic methods to support emotional well-being and personal growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Graphics designer
Seattle Agencies
Eldoret, Kenya, Uasin Gishu
2016.05 - Current
- Incorporated client feedback effectively into subsequent revisions leading to final approval swiftly.
- Delivered innovative design concepts by brainstorming and collaborating with the creative team.
- Executed meticulous photo edits to enhance visual storytelling in product catalogues.
- Created corporate branding, designing cohesive looks from logos to letterheads.
- Advised printers on required techniques to fully achieve project requirements.
- Innovated design projects through detailed knowledge of evolving trends and technologies.
Business Manager
Barton agencies and Amber Bureau LTD
Eldoret, Kenya, Uasin Gishu
2014.05 - Current
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for cost reductions.
- Led project teams, resulting in timely completion of tasks.
- Fostered partnerships with industry leaders, strengthening network ties.
- Developed new marketing strategies for increased brand visibility.
- Ensured compliance with regulations by conducting routine audits on operations procedures and processes.
- Implemented risk management strategies to minimise losses.
- Facilitated team building workshops, boosting overall morale.
- Achieved better customer relations with regular client meetings.
- Identified growth opportunities to expand company reach.
- Managed budget forecasts to ensure financial stability.
- Created digital file classification system for company-wide use.
- Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs.
- Analysed market trends for informed decision making.
- Devised sales targets, driving the team's motivation and focus towards achieving them.
Counsellor
Eldoret Oncology
Eldoret, Uasin Gishu
2024.05 - 2024.08
- Monitored client progress regularly by conducting follow-up meetings.
- Advocated on behalf of clients to secure resources and support services.
- Assisted clients in coping with traumatic events, fostering resilience.
- Led workshops on stress management, improving workplace wellness programmes.
- Diagnosed mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders.
- Documented all patient information outlined in service plans, treatment reports and progress notes.
- Conducted research to stay current with counselling trends and evidence-based practices.
- Advocated for clients' rights within healthcare and social service settings.
- Provided crisis intervention, offering support and referrals to distressed individuals.
- Counselled diverse clients on mental health issues, addressing anxiety, depression, relationships, and substance abuse.
- Conducted psycho-social assessments to identify client needs.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, promoting open communication.
- Educated families about mental health conditions, increasing understanding and empathy.
- Conducted initial intake interviews to establish treatment goals.
- Employed cognitive-behavioural therapy techniques for anxiety reduction.
- Referred clients to additional services when necessary, broadening support network.
- Managed confidential client records, ensuring privacy and security.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Counseling Psychology - Counseling Psychology
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa (Gaba Campus)
Eldoret, Kenya 2022.05 - 2025.08
credit - hospitality
Homecraft
Uasin Gishu 2012.01 - 2012.12
credit - COMPUTER
Eldoret institute of Technology
Eldoret, Kenya 2012.01 - 2012.04
Skills
- Family systems theory
- Trauma-Focused cognitive behavioral therapy
- Anger management techniques
- Career counseling using self awareness techniques
- Responsiveness to feedback
- Strong artistic sensibility
- Visual communication fluency
- Desktop publishing tools mastery
- Expert in motion graphics
- Branding understanding
- Aesthetic judgment
- Vector artwork creation
Affiliations
- swimming, cooking, painting, gardening, reading, decorating - interior design
- socialising, paying musical instruments, Listening to musicorganizing events
Timeline
Counsellor
Eldoret Oncology
2024.05 - 2024.08
Bachelor of Arts in Counseling Psychology - Counseling Psychology
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa (Gaba Campus)
2022.05 - 2025.08
Graphics designer
Seattle Agencies
2016.05 - Current
Business Manager
Barton agencies and Amber Bureau LTD
2014.05 - Current
credit - hospitality
Homecraft
2012.01 - 2012.12
credit - COMPUTER
Eldoret institute of Technology
2012.01 - 2012.04