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Joanna Kanaiya

Joanna Kanaiya

Administration & Operations Manager

Administrative

Nairobi, Nairobi Area

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Over the last nine years, my expertise enabled me to manage over three offices in different spheres successfully. I was the Head of Administration and Personal Assistant to the  Executive Director, at Afya Fresh Produce Ltd (supported European clients), Subaru Kenya, Mombasa Road branch as the Administration Manager, and as the Executive/Administration Manager plus acting Personal Assistant to the President of the organization with 15+ international employees at Women Political Leaders, NGO in Brussels (I reported to the Director of Operations)  where I managed several projects successfully to completion.

Over the years, I honed my skills in strategic partnerships, project scheduling, public relations, analytical management, interpersonal communication, IT proficiency, managing budgets, risk assessments, planning, organizing, coordinating, and problem-solving skills. 

I am an exceptionally organized, and shrewd planner, keen to detail, and able to meet strict deadlines while upholding quality standards. Tenacious in forging strong relationships with customers, and cross-cultural colleagues while maintaining a professional demeanor, and cooperative attitude with high ethical and quality standards.

 

Approximate rate: KSh 3,000 per hour

Experience

Over the course of my career, I've had the opportunity to collaborate with prestigious organizations, refining my capacity to supervise and orchestrate intricate projects, thus ensuring their triumphant implementation. Through my positions as an Operations Associate at Open Restitution Africa, Administration Manager at Women Political Leaders, Administration Manager at Subaru Kenya, and Personal Assistant to the Executive Director at Afya Fresh, I have cultivated the fundamental skills and insights essential for thriving in the role of a Project Ma

Education

My most pertinent education includes a Bachelor of Commerce from the Catholic University of Eastern. Furthermore, I am currently pursuing education in Africa Project Management for Development through the Project Management Institute Educational Foundation, and also enhancing my knowledge in Grants Seeking Essentials with the Cornerstone OnDemand Foundation.

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