I 'm a dedicated professional driven by strong passion for meteorology, a desire ignited during my time as a student trainee at Eldoret and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport respectively.Experiencing how weather directly affected aviation operations and how key weather elements such as temperatures and pressure played a vital role in safe guarding life and property, excited me most.Pilots relied on precise pressure elements such as QFE and QNH during landing (while on glideslope), to achieve smooth and safe touch downs.Morever, through my studies,it was fun to discover that weather not only directly affected aviation,but all other operations in fields such as agriculture,Building and construction,transport,Water resources,wildlife,industrial operations and Human health.The direct application of Meteorology in our daily lifestyle is truly facsinating and I am excited to go deeper and unravel more through research in my higher levels of learning.However,my journey extends beyond weather. This is because, I picked up a bunch of useful skills as a virtual assistant through a course at ALX Africa after my undergraduate studies at the University. My specialty in this field include but not limited to: -Data entry-Online research-Calendar management-SchedulingI also bring a wealth of experience from the Forward Program at McKinsey & Company and The Room, where I have continuously developed my strategic and analytical skills. In addition, I am actively enrolled as a software engineering student at Alx Africa/Holberton. This experience has equipped me with skills in programming languages such as C, Python ,JS,HTML,CSS etc. One practical application has been my ability to leverage this skills to develop and improve my Virtual Assistant website to reach more clients who need assistance beyond Kenya. This skills are also vital in research which is another field that I have a strong passion and keen interest to explore.Should you find my profile aligning with the requirements of your company, please feel free to reach out through (Opiyoerick1998@students.uonbi.ac.ke). I am enthusiastic about the prospect of contributing my skills and dedication to a dynamic team.
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FounderRentpilot KenyaNairobi, Ke
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FellowThe Room Sep 2022 - PresentNairobi, KenyaHaving completed my virtual assistance training at ALX Africa, I was invited to join a pool of global talent that brings like minded youths to collaborate and share ideas on different projects,. Notably, my experience as a Fellow in the Room has enabled me to network with other youths and professionals within Kenya, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Botswana, Uganda, Egypt ,South Africa among other countries. This has allowed me to acquire valuable experience as a reliable virtual assistant through collaboration within my network on various work related projects. I am glad to be part of this amazing community where I have the opportunity to learn and receive training from international professionals across diverse industries. The Room is and continues to be a platform for leaders who will power the future through technology.
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Software Engineer TraineeAfrican Leadership Experience Jun 2023 - Sep 2024Nairobi County, KenyaCompleted a 12-month intensive software engineering program that focused on developing in-demand technical and problem-solving skills. Acquired hands-on experience in frontend and backend development using tools and technologies such as React, Node.js, PostgreSQL, and REST APIs. Collaborated on real-world projects, including SkyHire, a web application for adventure plane and balloon rentals built using React and Firebase, and a Login System, which featured secure authentication implemented with Node.js. Delivered impactful and scalable solutions while enhancing proficiency in teamwork, agile methodologies, and technical documentation. -
Virtual Assistant (Part-Time)Self-Employed Mar 2023 - Jan 2024Nairobi County, KenyaAs a self-employed virtual assistant, I've had the privilege of working with numerous clients both within and beyond Kenya. Some of the services I offered included: ● Data entry,● Scheduling, ● Calendar management,● Email management, ● Online researchI have continuously aimed to provide not just assistance but also a sense of understanding and empathy for their needs. My successes so far has been my ability complete diverse clients projects as required and put smiles on their faces. I have also in the past received positive feedback from returning clients and this has motivated me to assist them more. I am currently developing a platform to reach out to more clients who might need our services. I am committed and determined to ensure success of my clients as I have demonstrated in the past.
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Frontend Web Development InternSide Hustle Mar 2023 - Apr 2023NigeriaDuring my internship, I nurtured my skills in CSS, JavaScript, and HTML to create visually stunning and user-friendly websites. I immersed myself in the art of front-end development, bringing ideas to life through captivating designs. Networking with talented Nigerian developers expanded my professional circle and kept me updated on industry trends. It was an exhilarating journey of creativity, growth, and mastering essential coding languages. -
Meteorological InternJommo Kenyatta International Airport Oct 2022 - Jan 2023Nairobi, KenyaAt the Jomo Kenyatta International airport, I was trained on the following areas to ensure safe aircraft landings and take-offs at the airport.A.OBSERVATORY OFFICE● Observation of weather parameters - Clouds(Amount ,type, height),Temperatures(dry bulb, wetbulb, dewpoint, maximum, minimum, grass-minimum),Precipitation(Rainfall, showers ,snow, hail, ice), Obscurity (horizontal visibility, vertical visibility ,RVR),Evaporation, sunshine, Wind run, radiation, Pressureand Wind(direction speed)● Computation Of Weather Datao Dew point temperature, Relative Humidity(RH),Cistern Level Pressure(CLP),Vapour Pressure,QNH,QFE,QNE and weekly rainfall.o Coding, decoding of weather messageso Dissemination of Meteorological datao Plotting meteorological forms and charts.B. FORECASTING OFFICE● Verification of SADIS data with Synergy and AWOS systems● Weather analysis and forecasting● Preparation of aviation meteorological information● Flight folder preparation and documentation● Weather alerts and warning issuance through SIGMET alerts● Weather briefing
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Meteorological AtacheeEldoret International Airport May 2021 - Aug 2021KenyaAt Eldoret International airport, I gained practical skills and hands-on experience in aeronautical meteorological observations, direct data transmission to both air-traffic controllers and at National Meteorological Center headquarters located in Dagoretti, Nairobi. The highlight of my role was to ensure accurate an timely weather transmission for airport operations.AS a result reducing traffic delays and aviation weather related accidents. Here are more of my roles while at the airport.●Transmitted hourly and half hourly weather data to the Kenya Meteorological Department forregional weather forecasting .ie SYNOP and METARS reports● Collaborated with other attaches and aviation stakeholders to troubleshoot technical issues,improving data quality.● Analyzed weather data with a team of Meteorologists using advanced software models andmeteorological tools.● Provided timely weather information to air-traffic controllers reducing delays and improving safety● Conducted routine weather observations and data collection, ensuring data accuracy andcompleteness for further analysis
Erick Olando Education Details
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Cyber Security -
Computer Software Engineering
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Second Class Honors(Upper Division) -
Maranda High SchoolKcse -
St.Peters Boys Mumias381/500
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Erick Olando attended Cisco Networking Academy, African Leadership Experience, African Leadership Experience, University Of Nairobi, Maranda High School, St.peters Boys Mumias.
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