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SAMWEL OMAYA

SAMWEL OMAYA

SALES AND MARKETING EXECUTIVE
Nairobi,KENYA

Summary

Iam a dynamic and results-oriented Sales Representative with over five years of experience in B2B and B2C sales, client acquisition, and strategic partnerships. Proven ability to drive sales growth, establish strong customer relationships, and launch new products. Highly organized, with a challenge-driven personality and a passion for exceeding targets in competitive markets. Adept at building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to optimize revenue.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Research Assistant

TASIL LTD
02.2024 - 02.2025
  • Collaborated with TASIL and Atlancis Technologies on the digitization of the CBET Curricula in Kenya, supporting data collection and analysis.
  • Utilized ONA, KOBO, and ODK Collect for data entry and management, ensuring high-quality data submission.
  • Engaged with stakeholders and communities across Kenya, facilitating interviews and discussions to gather comprehensive data.

Research Assistant

CAUSE IMPACT AFRICA LTD
10.2023 - 01.2024
  • Conducted a KII Baseline survey for the National Treasury focused on developing their communication strategy.
  • Engaged with stakeholders both internal and External, and Stakeholders across Kenya, facilitating interviews and discussions to gather comprehensive data.
  • Conducted qualitative and quantitative research for various development projects, including Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), and household assessments.
  • Transcription tasks
  • Categorization tasks
  • Image Annotation tasks
  • Image segmentation tasks

Online Freelance Worker

REMOTASK.COM
01.2019 - 09.2023

Conducted image and video annotation, labeling objects and drawing bounding boxes to support AI training.

Performed polygon segmentation to define and categorize visual elements accurately.

Transcribed audio recordings and OCR images into clean text formats.

Classified and categorized content across images and documents based on client guidelines.

Collected, verified, and compiled targeted data from online sources.

Trained via modules and passed proficiency tests to unlock advanced tasks.

Maintained high accuracy rates in quality reviews to ensure task approval and earnings.

Advanced to higher-level tasks, including reviewing submissions for peer workers.

Marketing Manager & Specialist

BETA SOFT RESEARCH LTD
06.2013 - 05.2018
  • Led the development and implementation of comprehensive marketing strategies that resulted in a 20% increase in brand visibility and a 15% growth in sales within the first year.
  • Successfully launched and managed multiple cross-channel campaigns, including digital marketing, social media, and traditional advertising, resulting in improved customer acquisition and retention rates.
  • Implemented SEO strategies that improved website traffic by 30%, enhancing online visibility and positioning the company.
  • Collaborated with sales teams to create effective sales collateral, presentations, and promotional materials.
  • Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and consumer preferences, providing valuable insights for product development and positioning.
  • Oversaw the creation of engaging content for various platforms, collaborating with internal teams and external agencies to ensure brand consistency and relevance.
  • Creating and analyzing new markets for the firm.
  • Increasing sales volume by employing various sales strategies.
  • New business onboarding process in line with laid processes.
  • Retentions: Managing renewal to ensure high retentions.
  • Follow-ups on premium payments in conjunction with the credit control teams.
  • Preparing policy documents/renewal endorsements and ensuring scheme records are maintained.
  • Provide quality customer service to both internal and external clients.

Group Scheme Advisor

OLD MUTUAL LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY
11.2010 - 12.2012
  • Led the sales process from prospecting to closing deals across B2B media publications, achieving a 25% increase in sales within one year.
  • Developed and maintained a robust sales pipeline through cold calling, emailing, and networking, resulting in a 30% increase in new client acquisitions.
  • Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted advertising campaigns, enhancing client satisfaction and retention.
  • Identified potential clients and decision-makers within target industries.
  • Stayed informed about industry trends and competitive landscape to identify new business opportunities.

Marketing Merchandizer

UCHUMI SUPERMARKET NGONG RD
07.2009 - 02.2010

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Maintaining inventory of products
 Gathering information on market trends and customers’ reactions to products
 Creating and organizing promotions and advertising campaigns
 Analyzing sales data - reporting growth, expansion, and change in markets
 Build, sustain, and enhance rapport with store personnel and clients.

Sales and Marketing Executive

WORLD LINK PRESS PUBLISHERS
07.2006 - 04.2009
  • Maintaining inventory of products.
  • Gathering information on market trends and customers' reactions to products.
  • Creating and organizing promotions and advertising campaigns.
  • Analyzing sales data - reporting growth, expansion, and change in markets.
  • Build, sustain, and enhance rapport with store personnel and clients.

Education

Accounting Technician (ATC I&II) - Accountant

KCA UNIVERSITY
01.2015

Diploma in sales and Marketing -

KOMPUTA TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
KENYA
02.2005 - 11.2007

Microsoft Office Specialist -

KOMPUTA TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
KENYA
02.2005 - 04.2007

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • B2B and B2C Sales
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Sales Strategy Development
  • Excellent Communication
  • Market Analysis and Competitive Research
  • Critical Thinking

Accomplishments

Successfully negotiated annual contracts with Emporium Bookshop (Kisumu), Khetia Supermarket (Bungoma and Kitale), Suneka Best Bookshop (Kisii), and Bethany Bookshop (Kericho).

Languages

English
Swahili

Personal Information

With a Diploma in Sales and Marketing, plus additional training in Accounting and Computer Applications, I combine business strategy with hands-on technical know-how. I’ve helped optimize sales performance at Worldlink Press Publishers and Old Mutual Life Assurance, led high-impact customer success campaigns at Betasoft Research, and supported national-level research and digitization initiatives with TASIL, Atlancis Technologies, and Cause Impact Africa.

Fluent in English and Kiswahili, I am an adaptable communicator and collaborator who thrives in multicultural, remote, and cross-functional teams. I bring a keen focus on results, data-informed decision-making, and client satisfaction—consistently achieving a 25–35% increase in sales performance and 95%+ customer satisfaction rates.

Professional Tagline:
Helping businesses grow through strategy, service, and insight.

Software

Camtasia

Articulate Storyline 360

KoboToolbox

Quote

“You don’t close a sale, you open a relationship if you want to build a long-term, successful enterprise.”

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests

Volunteering in community service

Certification

  • Licensed Certificate of Proficiency - 2026
  • Artificial Intelligence and Career Empowerment, [University of Maryland] - 2025

Timeline

Research Assistant

TASIL LTD
02.2024 - 02.2025

Research Assistant

CAUSE IMPACT AFRICA LTD
10.2023 - 01.2024

Online Freelance Worker

REMOTASK.COM
01.2019 - 09.2023

Marketing Manager & Specialist

BETA SOFT RESEARCH LTD
06.2013 - 05.2018

Group Scheme Advisor

OLD MUTUAL LIFE ASSURANCE COMPANY
11.2010 - 12.2012

Marketing Merchandizer

UCHUMI SUPERMARKET NGONG RD
07.2009 - 02.2010

Sales and Marketing Executive

WORLD LINK PRESS PUBLISHERS
07.2006 - 04.2009

Diploma in sales and Marketing -

KOMPUTA TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
02.2005 - 11.2007

Microsoft Office Specialist -

KOMPUTA TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
02.2005 - 04.2007

Accounting Technician (ATC I&II) - Accountant

KCA UNIVERSITY
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