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NYAGAH EDMUND MWANGI
Creative Writer
Mombasa,Coast
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Freelance I.T. and Writing Services Provider
Self-Employed
07.2018 - Current
- Shifted to an independent and open career to challenge myself to grow and discover new opportunities out there, with the flexibility and mobility required.
- Increased visibility of smaller publications by consistently submitting high-quality content leading to growth in readership.
- Notable partners over the years include: https://www.thehoth.com and https://mediagearheads.com/
- My proven track record is on Upwork: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~01ccdf6c1b3a0561b0
Group Schemes Advisor
Old Mutual Kenya, later on, UAP Old Mutual Kenya
09.2011 - 06.2018
- Joined the Eastern region sales team as a Group Schemes Advisor, assigned to the Kenya Ports Authority and the other Coast markets, after undergoing A.K.I
- Certification
- My duties entail: offering financial advice to client, visiting the schemes, handling customer issues, presenting our products, helping clients pick investment portfolios, team coordination and after sales service provision
- Commended for Persistency in Business Retention (top agent in the category for 2012) (October 2015) I was promoted to a Group Scheme Manager position, overseeing a sales unit, then in January 2017, I became a Sales manager in the newly merged company.
Supervisor - Administration and Store Operations
Little Chef Restaurant
06.2011 - 08.2011
- Promoted to Supervisor - Administration and Store Operations
Operations - Central Stores Unit
Little Chef Restaurant
04.2011 - 06.2011
- Transferred to Operations - Central Stores Unit
Restaurant Supervisor
Little Chef Restaurant
07.2010 - 03.2011
- Employed as the Restaurant Supervisor, in charge of guest relations, service staff work plan and welfare
Education
Certificate of proficiency -
College of Insurance
01.2012 - 05.2012
B.Sc. Ecotourism, Hotel and Institution Management -
Maseno University
01.2005 - 05.2008
Skills
Teamwork and Collaboration
Friendly, Positive Attitude
Computer Skills
Conflict Resolution
Data Management
Attention to Detail
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Task Prioritization
Google Drive
Project Planning
Multitasking Abilities
Affiliations
- I was the organizing Secretary of the Maseno University Hotel and Institution Management Association (MUHIMA) - 2007 - 2008
- I was a member of the Rotaract Club (Maseno Chapter)
Other Skills And Qualifications
Proficiency in computer applications, R.V.T.T.I. maintenance and troubleshooting
Personal Information
- ID Number: 23605635
- Date of Birth: 04/14/84
Projects
04/2008, 06/2008, Maseno University, Researched, prepared and presented a seminar paper on The Purple Cow Factor in Hospitality and Tourism Industry (as part of the degree course.) 09/2007, 12/2007, Maseno University, Researched, prepared and presented a paper on The Effects of Human Resources on the Hospitality Industry, with specific focus on Job-Esteem (as part of the degree course.)
Software
Google Drive
Timeline
Freelance I.T. and Writing Services Provider
Self-Employed
07.2018 - Current
Certificate of proficiency -
College of Insurance
01.2012 - 05.2012
Group Schemes Advisor
Old Mutual Kenya, later on, UAP Old Mutual Kenya
09.2011 - 06.2018
Supervisor - Administration and Store Operations
Little Chef Restaurant
06.2011 - 08.2011
Operations - Central Stores Unit
Little Chef Restaurant
04.2011 - 06.2011
Restaurant Supervisor
Little Chef Restaurant
07.2010 - 03.2011
B.Sc. Ecotourism, Hotel and Institution Management -
Maseno University
01.2005 - 05.2008