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Nairobi, Kenya

• Lead key special projects and initiatives, manage multiple special project simultaneously ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and meet organizational objectives. Seek opportunities for new special.
• Enhance Cross-Functional Collaboration, coordinate with various teams across the organization to ensure effective communication, resource allocation, and execution throughout project lifecycles.
• Lead the development and implementation of strategies to enhance internal systems and workflows across various teams. Develop knowledge management systems that capture lessons learned and promote knowledge sharing.
• Play a pivotal role in setting up robust performance management processes across all teams within the organization.

Arlington, Virginia, United States

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

Co-Authored Research Paper commission by the IB. Ongoing research on physical activity and wellbeing; Conducted literature review; proofread and copy-edited full report; analyzed and reported data on existing interventions; Collaborated on the organization and running of the 2022 International Wellbeing Conference.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Conduct independent research project on the erosion of youth's educational aspirations and their decisions to migrate amidst civil conflict. Additional projects included: - produced (wrote, recorded, edited, disseminated) 30 episodes of a language-learning podcast: Bereka Buna;- planned and executed a study-abroad program for U.S University students for a.

New York, United States

In close coordination with the Executive Director, managed all strategic planning and operations of the organization, including fundraising, stakeholder relations, program design and management, events, and communications. Worked efficiently to manage projects across their several stages (usually at the same time as other on-going projects) and in.

Provided program and grant consulting for Ugandan-based NGO Women and Children's Empowerment Network of Africa. Provided mentorship and guidance to university students doing critically engaged international development work.

Oxford, England, United Kingdom

Human Flourishing Research Program, St. Antony’s College and Oxford Department of Education: Researched and wrote on the concept of Education and Flourishing; Conducted literature review and wrote abstract and proposals; disseminated to invitees and speakers for the series; Served as tech lead and admin support; Reviewed and screened grant applications for.

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

Designed and wrote up syllabus and curriculum for the EdTech company in line with UK Department for Education standards to support the learning of youths ages 10-14. Ideated and wrote weekly creative stories and language/comprehension questions to improve student’s literacy.

New York

Greater New York City Area

Design and implement CityStep pedagogy aimed at promoting creative self-expression and community building through dance in inner-city schools. Support Executive Director with non-profit management.

Greater New York City Area

Created and disseminated marketing material for client outreach and relations; responded to RFPs for work with new and existing clients; managed databases with project and client information; Managed all front-desk administrative responsibilities, including logistics, calendar and travel for an office of 15.

Harlem, New York

Support NDI’s programming team. Completed the NDI Teacher Training Intensive. NDI uses dance and music to instill in students a love of the arts, a passion for learning, and a desire to strive for their personal best.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Intensive month-long theatre for social change intensive. Participated in seminars on teaching pedagogy and understanding dynamics of power, race and privilege in community engaged work with youth. Trained with program leaders to develop teaching strategies and led group activities with the teens. Performed with youth in the culminating show that explored.

Bronxville, New York, United States

Assisted Spanish Literature professor with research and course material preparations.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Researched and developed reports of social and civil concern, published organization’s blog articles and social media communications. Edited and reviewed write-ups by senior staff members for publication.

Master Of Science - Ms, International And Comparative Education

Bachelor’S Degree, International Development And Education

Bachelor’S Degree, Liberal Arts With A Focus On International Development

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