Teresa Ngunjiri
Transport & Security Optimization Specialist
Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
I am the type of person who meets challenges head-on rather than sweep them under the rug and hoping they go away. I am a detail-oriented Transport and Fleet Management Specialist with eight years of experience in vehicle supervision, record keeping, dispatch operations, and emergency transport coordination. Proven ability to maintain high operational efficiency, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead teams effectively in a dynamic healthcare environment. Adept at optimizing fleet usage, cost reduction strategies, and safety management to enhance service delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Health Safety & Security Coordinator - Kenya
Norwegian Refugee Council
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed fleet operations, ensuring proper maintenance, scheduling, and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Supervised transport personnel, overseeing driver assignments, dispatch schedules, and adherence to safety protocols
- Led emergency response drills, improving operational readiness and handling crisis transport logistics
- Developed vehicle maintenance programs, reducing downtime and repair costs
- Planned and scheduled police security escorts between office complexes and refugee camps in Daadab and Kakuma, ensuring safe and efficient transportation e.g. managed approximately 20 successful escorts per quarter, throughout 2024
- Reduced incidents of theft by conducting thorough risk assessments and deploying appropriate countermeasures
- Evaluated employee performance within the security team regularly, offering constructive feedback and opportunities for professional growth when warranted
Senior Regional Analyst - Africa
Salama Fikira International UK
11.2021 - 12.2023
- Conducted risk assessments on fleet security, ensuring efficient transportation for clients
- Supervised data reporting and analysis on fleet usage patterns, optimizing operational workflows
- Provided in-depth briefings to stakeholders, ensuring a clear understanding of complex regional issues
- Reviewed volume, identified trends and highlighted risks
- Enhanced decision-making processes for senior management through comprehensive reports on regional developments
- Optimized resource allocation through regular monitoring of project progress against defined milestones
Junior Analyst
Salama Fikira International UK
Nairobi, Kenya
10.2018 - 11.2021
- Participated in special projects as assigned by senior leadership team members while maintaining core responsibilities as Junior Analyst
- Developed Excel-based vehicle and maritime tracking reports to support budgeting and forecasting efforts, leading to better resource planning e.g. managed at least 10 successful vessel escorts per week across the Indian Ocean seas areas
- Provided administrative support to senior analysts and department professionals
Communications Professional
WS Insight (formerly Warrior Security)
Nairobi, Kenya
06.2017 - 10.2018
- Coordinated dispatch operations, ensuring efficient vehicle routing, tracking, and scheduling
- Provided advisory on transportation security risks, optimizing fleet movement across various regions
- Provided journey threat assessments, formulated journey management plans and analysis of threat situations in various counties from security incidence databases
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Criminal Justice & Public Safety
Karatina University
Nyeri, Kenya 09.2012 - 12.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Microsoft 365 Suite
Arknet Computer College
Kiambu, Kenya 05.2012 - 07.2012
High School Diploma -
Limuru Girls' School
Kiambu, Kenya 02.2008 - 11.2011
Skills
- Fleet Management & Logistics Optimization
- Preventative Maintenance & Compliance
- Emergency Transport Coordination
- Staff Training & Team Leadership
- Budgeting & Cost Control Strategies
- Dispatch & Scheduling Efficiency
- Incident Reporting & Risk Mitigation
- Regulatory Compliance & Licensing
Certification
Occupational First Aid
Timeline
Fire Safety Course
10-2024
Hostile Environmental Individual Security Training (HEIST)
10-2024
Occupational First Aid
04-2024
Health Safety & Security Coordinator - Kenya
Norwegian Refugee Council
01.2024 - 12.2024
Senior Regional Analyst - Africa
Salama Fikira International UK
11.2021 - 12.2023
Junior Analyst
Salama Fikira International UK
10.2018 - 11.2021
Communications Professional
WS Insight (formerly Warrior Security)
06.2017 - 10.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Criminal Justice & Public Safety
Karatina University
09.2012 - 12.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Microsoft 365 Suite
Arknet Computer College
05.2012 - 07.2012
High School Diploma -
Limuru Girls' School
02.2008 - 11.2011
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