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Ruby Gichuru

Data Protection Consultant
Nairobi

Summary

I'm a born leader and a dedicated Data Protection practitioner with a legal background with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. I am skilled at working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

I have a clear understanding of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Kenyan Data Protection Act & Regulations, Data Protection Training and Implementation.

As an enthusiastic Data Protection Consultant, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills, I believe I would be great addition to your team.

In addition to my Data Protection expertise, I also pride myself on my adaptability and agility in the workspace, being able to assist in different roles when need be.

I am motivated to learn, grow and excel in anything I do.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Data Protection Development Courses

Self
Nairobi
09.2022 - 01.2023

Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Certification

Cookie Consent Expert Certification

Privacy Professional Certification

Third-Party Risk Management Certification

Incident Management Expert Certification

Data Mapping Automation Certification

Environmental, Social Governance (ESG) Professional Certification

Privacy Rights Automation Expert Certification

PIA/DPIA Automation Expert Certification

Consent Management Certification

Data Protection Sales Consultant

Romer Services Ltd.
Nairobi
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Explained the road to Data Protection Compliance to clients and advised them on the best way to execute.
  • Consulted on Data Protection matters
  • Planned & Moderated Data Protection Webinars/Events to raise awareness.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Learned
  • Onboarded new temps by entering employee information into systems.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.

Data Entry Clerk

Ministry Of State For Immigration & Registration Of Persons
Nairobi
03.2021 - 09.2021
  • Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
  • Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy using 10-key pad.
  • Produced monthly reports with advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
  • Compiled and verified accuracy and sorting information to prepare source data for computer entry.
  • Searched, extracted and interpreted information to determine correct input procedure.
  • Worked flexible hours, alternating between night shift and day shift on a weekly basis
  • Evaluated source documents to locate needed information.
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Organized, sorted and checked input data against original documents.
  • Coded and processed applications into required electronic formats.
  • Added documents to file records and created new records to support filing needs.
  • Increased data-entry productivity by maintaining detailed logs of data projects, identifying issues and improving them.

Lead Generation Executive

Telecom Solid Solar Solutions
Eindhoven
11.2020 - 03.2021
  • Acquire new clients, organize meetings
  • Participate in sales and marketing activities as required by the company
  • Effectively communicate and problem solve with international clients
  • Sell our solutions, products and services to reach our allocated sales target
  • Participate and help close deals
  • Completed daily outbound calls, up to 8 hours per day.
  • Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
  • Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Worked independently with minimal supervision.

Waitress

Hyatt Regency
Mainz
02.2018 - 06.2020
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to increase shelf life, improve kitchen organization and provide easy access during busy peak service times.
  • Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
  • Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.

Legal Intern

Gitonga & Co Advocates
Nairobi
07.2018 - 09.2018
  • Provided assistance on compliance projects.
  • Conducted research for upcoming cases for the firm.
  • Organized legal filing system to maximize efficiency.
  • Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defenses for clients.
  • Interpreted and relayed legal information in clear format for clients.
  • Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda and correspondence.
  • Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
  • Participated in and took notes during meetings.
  • Took part in meetings both internal and at clients' locations.

Sales Associate

H&M
Frankfurt
10.2017 - 02.2018
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
  • Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Greeted customers, offered assistance in finding requested items and carried merchandise to checkout line.
  • Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards and receipts to customers.
  • Enhanced product presentation and promotional material displays, working alongside retail representatives.

Education

High School Diploma -

German School
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2008 - 06.2017

No Degree - Law

Johannes Gutenberg University
Mainz, Germany
04.2001 -

OneTrust Fellow - Data Protection Automation

OneTrust
OneTrust
08.2022 - 01.2023

Skills

    Data protection

Information Protection / Data Classification

Data analysis tools

General sales techniques

Data collection processes

Strategy development

Strategic objective execution

Customer retention

Policy Development

Research and analysis

Corporate law

Planning and Coordination

Accomplishments

    MSMUN (2012) Ambassador in the Human Rights Committee (2013) Ambassador in the Human Rights Committee EAMUN (2014) Ambassador in the Human Rights Committee (2015) Ambassador in the Human Rights Committee (2016) Ambassador in the Human Rights Committee (2017) Participant in the Political Committee

    Head of student council (2016-2017)

    Proficient in IS Auditing, Controls & Assurance Certificate

Timeline

Data Protection Development Courses

Self
09.2022 - 01.2023

OneTrust Fellow - Data Protection Automation

OneTrust
08.2022 - 01.2023

Data Protection Sales Consultant

Romer Services Ltd.
10.2021 - 06.2022

Data Entry Clerk

Ministry Of State For Immigration & Registration Of Persons
03.2021 - 09.2021

Lead Generation Executive

Telecom Solid Solar Solutions
11.2020 - 03.2021

Legal Intern

Gitonga & Co Advocates
07.2018 - 09.2018

Waitress

Hyatt Regency
02.2018 - 06.2020

Sales Associate

H&M
10.2017 - 02.2018

High School Diploma -

German School
01.2008 - 06.2017

No Degree - Law

Johannes Gutenberg University
04.2001 -
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