Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
DIY Projects Statement
Hobbies and Interests
Timeline
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MERCY ACHIENG OKOTH

MERCY ACHIENG OKOTH

Nairobi

Summary

Results-driven school administrator, educator, and community champion dedicated to driving sustainable transformation in education and beyond. Extensive experience in educational leadership and community empowerment underscores a commitment to fostering innovation, promoting success, and creating impactful solutions for underprivileged communities. Recognized for adaptability, collaboration, and strong communication skills, with a global mindset coupled with a deep focus on local impact—leveraging creativity and entrepreneurship to deliver sustainable change and long-term community transformation. A passion for uplifting communities fuels the drive to implement strategies that inspire growth and resilience in both students and their environments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Fashion Accessories Designer

Etsribella Designs Ltd - Kenya
01.2017 - Current
  • - Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
  • - Introduced a women’s empowerment program for illiterate community women.
  • - Initiated school support program via proceeds.

Administrator

Joysprings Educational Centre
05.2011 - Current
  • - Managed curriculum, finance, staff, students, and partnerships.
  • - Applied for and secured grants for facilities repair.
  • - Introduced staff/student welfare policies boosting morale and success.

Tutor

Thogoto Teachers College
09.2014 - 11.2014
  • - Tutored English/Literature/Physical Education.
  • - Developed engaging lesson plans, assessments, and provided constructive feedback.

English Teacher

Joysprings Educational Centre
05.2009 - 04.2011
  • - Improved English mean grades from 40s to 60s.
  • - Introduced clubs and enhanced extracurricular activities.
  • - Cultivated English reading and speaking culture.
  • - Secured awards at county and national competitions.

Education

Bachelor of Education - English & Literature, Minor: Physical Education

Kenyatta University
07.2016

Tutor Certificate - English/Literature/Physical Education

Thogoto Teachers College
11.2014

Certificate - Fashion Design

Evelyns College of Fashion Design
11.2010

Certificate - CFSK Module 1

University of All Nations
02.2010

Certificate - Discipleship Training

Hands of Love School of Computer
05.2009

Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Leadership and management
  • Voluntary peer mentoring
  • Community-based program facilitation
  • Education and capacity building
  • Conflict identification and resolution
  • Social entrepreneurship and innovation
  • Attention to details
  • Performance evaluation
  • Budget management
  • Digital and technical skills
  • Team collaboration and organisational skills

DIY Projects Statement

Passionate about DIY projects as a creative and practical approach to community empowerment. Enjoy transforming simple materials into useful or beautiful items in fashion, crafts, or education. Believe in sustainability, self-reliance, and creating opportunities with limited resources while inspiring innovation and resilience in others.

Hobbies and Interests

DIY Projects, Reading, Watching documentaries, Writing, Travelling

Timeline

Fashion Accessories Designer

Etsribella Designs Ltd - Kenya
01.2017 - Current

Tutor

Thogoto Teachers College
09.2014 - 11.2014

Administrator

Joysprings Educational Centre
05.2011 - Current

English Teacher

Joysprings Educational Centre
05.2009 - 04.2011

Tutor Certificate - English/Literature/Physical Education

Thogoto Teachers College

Certificate - Fashion Design

Evelyns College of Fashion Design

Certificate - CFSK Module 1

University of All Nations

Certificate - Discipleship Training

Hands of Love School of Computer

Bachelor of Education - English & Literature, Minor: Physical Education

Kenyatta University

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