Taaka Odera
Recruitment And Consulting Associate
Nairobi
Summary
A dynamic and resourceful Recruitment and Consulting Associate with experience in Human Resources, Business Development, and Digital Strategy. Demonstrated expertise in executive search, digital marketing, and project management, complemented by strong skills in communication, social media management, and journalism. Proven track record of delivering impactful solutions in diverse business environments, from publishing to tech-driven roles.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Recruitment and Consulting Associate
Human Performance Dynamics Africa
7 2023 - Current
- Conduct executive search and recruitment processes to align with client requirements
- Develop and implement digital strategies to enhance recruitment efficiency
- Support human resources functions, including onboarding and learning & development initiatives
- Conduct research to inform strategic decisions and maintain competitive industry positioning.
Human Resource Assistant - Strategy and Communications
Preferred Personnel Africa Ltd
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Facilitated onboarding processes, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires
- Assisted in developing learning and development solutions to enhance employee skillsets
- Supported recruitment efforts by sourcing and screening candidates
- Contributed to strategic communication initiatives to align HR practices with organizational goals.
Business Development Officer
eProd Solutions Limited
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Managed social media campaigns to drive brand awareness and customer engagement
- Developed marketing strategies leveraging tools such as Wondershare Filmora and MailChimp
- Provided comprehensive support across business development initiatives, enhancing company growth
- Utilized Microsoft Office Suite to prepare presentations and reports for stakeholders.
Campaigns Manager
Kenyans.co.ke
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Led digital marketing campaigns using Google Analytics and Microsoft PowerPoint to optimize performance
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure campaign goals were met and exceeded.
Project Manager
Kenyans.co.ke
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Directed digital strategy initiatives to drive the company's online presence and engagement
- Managed project timelines and resources to deliver high-quality outcomes on schedule.
Publishing Assistant
Footprints Press Limited
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Performed proofreading and editing tasks to ensure the quality of published materials
- Managed social media marketing efforts to promote new releases and company events
- Facilitated small press publishing processes, contributing to the successful release of publications
- Applied strong interpersonal communication skills to collaborate effectively with authors and editors.
Education
Master of Arts - MA - African Studies
SOAS University of London
01.2014 - 04.2015
Bachelor's Degree - Anthropology and History
University of Sussex
01.2011 - 04.2014
Diploma - Human Resource Management
Cambridge International College
11.2021 - 05.2022
Certificate - Business Development
Yusudi Limited
01.2019 - undefined
NCTJ Diploma in Journalism - Journalism
Brighton Journalist Works
Brighton, UK 04.2015 -
Skills
- Human Resources: Recruitment, Onboarding, Learning & Development, Executive Search
- Digital Strategy: Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Campaign Management, Google Analytics
- Business Development: Strategy, Marketing, Client Engagement, Sales Pitching, Negotiation
- Journalism & Publishing: Proofreading, Production Journalism, Reporting, Sub-Editing, Page Design
- Technical Proficiency: Microsoft Office Suite, Wondershare Filmora, MailChimp, InDesign
- Other: Project Management, Interpersonal Communication, Mobile Journalism
Certification
Diploma in Human Resource Management, Cambridge International College, 2022
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Swahili
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Human Resource Assistant - Strategy and Communications
Preferred Personnel Africa Ltd
03.2023 - 06.2023
Diploma - Human Resource Management
Cambridge International College
11.2021 - 05.2022
Business Development Officer
eProd Solutions Limited
03.2021 - 07.2021
Campaigns Manager
Kenyans.co.ke
12.2019 - 06.2020
Project Manager
Kenyans.co.ke
11.2019 - 06.2020
Certificate - Business Development
Yusudi Limited
01.2019 - undefined
Publishing Assistant
Footprints Press Limited
08.2016 - 08.2017
NCTJ Diploma in Journalism - Journalism
Brighton Journalist Works
04.2015 -
Master of Arts - MA - African Studies
SOAS University of London
01.2014 - 04.2015
Bachelor's Degree - Anthropology and History
University of Sussex
01.2011 - 04.2014
Recruitment and Consulting Associate
Human Performance Dynamics Africa
7 2023 - Current
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