Wendy Katua Wayua
Nairobi
Summary
Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Internship
Partners Across Borders (NGO)
Bremen
04.2023 - 07.2023
Partners Across Borders (NGO) (Bremen, Germany) Sponsored by UNESCO
- Conducted research and authored articles for the UNESCO project magazine, MANGO, focusing on Africa and Climate Change. Gathered data for market research projects and analyzed findings to make recommendations.
Marketing & Customer Support
Young Investors Africa
Nairobi
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Drove a 70% growth across social media platforms within a three-month period.
- Achieved top sales performance in the team, contributing to a significant increase in revenue turnover and earning the title of Best Salesperson.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, technical support and other customer service related issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations And Affairs
United States International University Africa
Nairobi, Kenya10-2023
Skills
- Interpersonal- Communication
- Marketing and Public Relations
- Recordkeeping
- Organizational Skills
Accomplishments
- US Department of State Study Abroad Scholarship ($16,000) While at USIU-A, participated in a 6-month Study Abroad Exchange Program at the University of Houston- Clear Lake.
Certification
- Mediation: Certified Mediator with dual accreditation in both the United States and Kenya
Affiliations
Pacemaker International ( Nairobi, Kenya)
· Worked as a dedicated volunteer with Pacemaker International, contributing to the upliftment of Mathare slums.
· Spearheaded impactful fundraising campaigns to provide essential mathematical instruments for 50 students in Mathare slums preparing for their national examinations.
· Established an environmental club for primary school children in the slums, focusing on educating them about climate change
and actively participated in reforesting the school's compound.
Languages
English
First Language
German
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary (A2)
A2
References
REFERENCES
Dr. Nicodemus Minde- Professor United States International University Africa
Email: nminde@usiu.ac.ke Contact: +254725215845
Brian Macharia- Regional Manager Programs PaceMaker International Email: bmacharia@pacemakerinternational.org
Contact: +254721139158
Simon Githaiga Njoroge- Professor at United States International University Africa
Email: njoroges@usiu.ac.ke
Contact : +254775976051
Timeline
Internship
Partners Across Borders (NGO)
04.2023 - 07.2023
Marketing & Customer Support
Young Investors Africa
05.2021 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations And Affairs
United States International University Africa
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