Ruth Mwangi has worked to design, test and coordinate numerous projects within informal settlements in Kenya since 2004. She was on the Board of Directors at Grassroots Economics Foundation for 3 years where she led the foundation in programming, strategy and operations. Grassroots Economics are the industry leaders of the implementation of Community/Complementary Currencies in Africa. Ruth’s skills and expertise have also been sought by organizations such as Bridge International Academies where she has helped improve the academic performance of students across 215 schools in Kenya. She has also helped pioneer various girl-child initiatives that have so far ensured over 1,500 teenage girls have free access to sanitary-ware every month. Ruth is also on the board of Directors at the Garden of Hope Foundation.As a 2016 Mandela Washington Fellow and a Finalist of the 2016 Echoing Green Fellowship, Ruth has had the opportunity to speak at various international platforms such as the Hague's Society for International Development - Netherlands Chapter (SID - NL), lead, train and direct numerous groups, conferences and events; works that have well been recognized by global organizations such as the One Young World, where she has thrice been selected to represent Kenya. She currently heads up SMS Gateway Limited as the CEO, a position which she has held since January 2019. Ruth holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Management - BABM (Hons) from the University of Sunderland. Her strengths and interests lie in Strategic Management, Public Relations, and Corporate Governance. Ruth’s vision is to overcome poverty and the flaws of the economic crisis in our society.
Sms Gateway Limited
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Chief Executive OfficerSms Gateway Limited Jan 2019 - PresentNairobi County, Kenya
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Program DirectorGrassroots Economics Foundation May 2015 - Aug 2018Kenya Led the Foundation in programming, strategy and operations. Represented the Foundation to external stakeholders through Speaking Engagements and Fellowships in Nairobi, Mombasa and overseas. Supported in Directorship of the organization. HR and Finance Functions Helped design, develop and implement strategic plans and ensuring all program operations are in line with GE's vision and strategic plans. Managed the performance of program coordinators and overseeing the work of program and field officers. Managed donor funds, GE budgets, accounts and developed budgets with Founding Director. Monthly travel to field sites to oversee project implementation; worked with groups of individuals from diverse cultural and socio-economics backgrounds Helped set up subsidiary chapters and organizations such as GE branches in other countries as well as SACCOs. Ensured all operations of GE met the expectations of all stakeholders. Promoted engagement and developed strategic partnerships with like-minded organizations. Oversaw the planning implementation and evaluation of the Foundation’s programs and special projects. Offered advice towards the well-being of the Foundation and ensured all necessary stakeholders were involved in the decision-making process of the organization. Identified grant opportunities and helped develop proposals for annual projects; interacted with donors on the implementation of the same. Organized learning sessions, seminars/workshops in order to promote continuous learning in the Foundation. Conducted regular meetings with staff and developed reports Helped review all publicity/marketing material before being made available to the public Developed monthly work-plans with Founding Director Assessed weekly reports and monthly work-plans from Coordinators
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External ConsultantBridge International Academies May 2015 - Nov 2015KenyaDesigning Programs to improve the academic performances across 215 schools in Kenya. -
Pr & Communications CoordinatorSwahiba Youth Networks (Syn) Aug 2006 - Mar 2014Kenya• Ensured proper planning and implementation duties in the arrangement and organization of annual events, conferences, trainings and seminars. • Pioneered a girl-child initiative that reaches 730 girls every month, providing free access to sanitary ware.• Coordinated the recruitment and induction of potential volunteer applicants to SYN; took the visiting teams and individuals through the online application process, short-listed and arranged for their travel and accommodation.• Maintained human relationships and ensured visiting teams and volunteers had a safe and comfortable stay while with the organization• Liaised with the media department to ensure timely production of publicity material such as brochures, videos and photographs• Ensured relevant, quality and timely updates on the organization’s social media• Acted as a liaison between the program director, coordinators and other staff• Managed and maintained a huge network of contacts
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Africa Administrator; Pr & CommunicationsInternational Christian Youthworks Jan 2007 - Nov 2010Kenya• Researched on like-minded organizations and came up with possible ways of forming partnership. I also developed and maintained a huge network of contacts.• Assisted in the planning and implementation duties of coordinating and organizing programs and events, which included visiting and helping the less fortunate who live in the slums and villages of Kenya.• Managed the ICY Africa office – handled general correspondence including incoming and outgoing emails.• Trained ICY students on effective leadership and youth-works -
Team Captain & Customer Service RepresentativeKencall Aug 2007 - Aug 2008Kenya• Managed a team of 30 people • Customer Care• TRANSCRIPTION – This involved converting voicemail messages from the UK, US and Canada into text messages and sending them to the recipient. • Organized company events as well as team building events. -
Sales Representative - Investment DepartmentApa Insurance Limited (Formerly Apollo Insurance Company) Jul 2005 - Jan 2006Kenya• Marketed unit-linked investment plans to corporate companies to enhance financial security.
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Ruth Mwangi Education Details
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Second Upper Class Hons -
Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services -
Intel College13 Distinctions; 3 Merits -
Nairobi Institute Of Business Studies (Nibs)Public Relations -
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The Management University Of Africa (Mua) (Formerly The Kenya Institute Of Management - Kim)Business Management -
Kencall EpzManagement In The Workplace -
International Christian Youthworks - IcyDiploma In Bible And Christian Youthworks
Frequently Asked Questions about Ruth Mwangi
What company does Ruth Mwangi work for?
Ruth Mwangi works for Sms Gateway Limited
What is Ruth Mwangi's role at the current company?
Ruth Mwangi's current role is Chief Executive Officer at SMS Gateway Limited.
What schools did Ruth Mwangi attend?
Ruth Mwangi attended University Of Sunderland In London, John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center At The University Of Iowa, Intel College, Nairobi Institute Of Business Studies (Nibs), Evangel University, The Management University Of Africa (Mua) (Formerly The Kenya Institute Of Management - Kim), Kencall Epz, International Christian Youthworks - Icy.
What skills is Ruth Mwangi known for?
Ruth Mwangi has skills like Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Strategic Partner Relationship Management, Management, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Leadership, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Powerpoint.
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