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Sally Ndwiga

Nairobi

Summary

Dedicated Development and Social Impact specialist with 8+ years of experience with a successful track record in managing volunteer programs and driving community engagement initiatives. Experienced in strategic planning, budget management, and cross-cultural communication. Proven ability to coordinate training programs, implement risk management strategies, and analyze data for program improvement. Skilled in utilizing social media for advocacy and outreach. Committed to fostering partnerships and driving positive change in international development settings.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Lead

Femiscope Initiative
03.2021 - 02.2024

Outline

Led the implementation of a community-based mentorship program for adolescents contributing to increased class performance by 90% and girls enrolment to higher education by 70%

  • Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive project plan, aligning cross-functional teams around shared goals, reducing project timelines by 30% and exceeding stakeholder expectations.
  • Fostered trust-based relationships with stakeholders and providing weekly updates that summarize project progress, highlighted achievements and clearly outlined next steps.
  • Adopted the use of Agile practices in project management processes, encouraging swift iterations and adjustments based on real-time feedback.
  • Utilized project management software, including Microsoft Project and Smartsheet, to enhance resource allocation strategies, significantly boosting team efficiency.
  • Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
  • Established quality control procedures that ensured all project outputs met or exceeded industry standards, resulting in a 98% compliance rate.
  • Successfully built a loyal following by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.

Project Assistant

Heroes for Change Limited
12.2019 - 01.2021

Outline:

Led the implementation of a youth and volunteer led nationwide campaign funded by USAID and DFID in five counties in Kenya reaching more than one million people.

  • Recruited and trained 1000 new volunteers in five counties in Kenya highlighting key messages to focus on during the activation.
  • Leveraged virtual meeting platforms, including Zoom, Google Meet and Microsoft Team to recruit and train new volunteers reducing the project budget by 70%.
  • Developed training material for volunteers and staff on volunteer program goals and objectives.
  • Provided ongoing support to volunteers throughout their tenure, addressing any concerns or issues promptly to ensure satisfaction and commitment to the organization''s goals.
  • Monitored online presence of company's brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
  • Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials, and advertisements for social media.

Volunteer Coordinator

Heroes For Change Limited
01.2019 - 10.2019

Outline:

Led multiple groups of volunteers in successfully completing hygiene-based projects that impacted over 600,000 children's health and reduced absenteeism by 80%.

  • Promoted a supportive environment that fostered teamwork among volunteers while also encouraging individual growth and development.
  • Coordinated with local organizations to secure funding or in-kind donations that directly benefited the youth activities offered within the community setting.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership abilities by effectively managing staff members/volunteers tasked supporting daily operational aspects associated coordinating/hosting youth-oriented events taking place across multiple venues/sites around town throughout di
  • Utilized effective conflict resolution strategies when addressing any behavioral issues that arose during programming hours, ensuring a positive atmosphere conducive to learning was maintained at all times.
  • Boosted volunteer satisfaction by developing and delivering comprehensive orientation programs leading to reduced costs and program success by 90%.

Education

Master of Arts - International Development

University of Sussex
Brighton, United Kingdom
01.2024

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Nairobi
Lower Kabete, Nairobi
12.2019

Skills

  • Volunteer Management
  • Program Coordination
  • Strategic Development
  • Training & Development
  • Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Budget Planning
  • Risk Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Social Media Management
  • Reporting Skills

Certification

  • International Computer Driving License

Timeline

Project Lead

Femiscope Initiative
03.2021 - 02.2024

Project Assistant

Heroes for Change Limited
12.2019 - 01.2021

Volunteer Coordinator

Heroes For Change Limited
01.2019 - 10.2019

Master of Arts - International Development

University of Sussex

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University of Nairobi
Sally Ndwiga