Wendy Njau

Years in Business: I have been involved in professional activities since 2015, starting with vocational training in Germany specializing in Human Resource Management and Executive Assistance. My professional journey continued until at least July 2023, where I worked as an office manager and held various roles in education, refugee tutoring, and social work assistance.

Passions: I am passionate about several areas:

• Education and Language: I have engaged in vocational training, attended language courses, and worked in educational institutions both in Germany and Kenya. My involvement in refugee tutoring and supervision of open all-day care demonstrates my passion for education and social work.
• Cultural Exchange: My proficiency in multiple languages, involvement in cross-cultural communication seminars, and work with refugees indicate my interest in cultural exchange and understanding.

Special Skills:

• Multilingual Proficiency: I am proficient in English, Swahili, and German at an advanced level (C2) according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
• Office Management and Administration: I have experience as an office manager and general office administrator, showcasing my skills in office management, paperwork handling, and coordination of administrative tasks.
• Education and Teaching: Through my involvement in tutoring and supervision of open all-day care, I have developed skills in teaching, tutoring, and educational management.
• Social Work: I have engaged in voluntary work with UNICEF and Gute Tat, demonstrating my commitment to social causes and my ability to work in social work setting

My experiences have equipped me with a diverse skill set encompassing languages, office administration, education, and social work, making me a well-rounded professional with a range of abilities and interests.

My professional journey began in 2015 with vocational training in Germany specializing in Human Resource Management and Executive/Secretarial Assistance. Since then, I have held various roles encompassing office administration, education, and social work.

In Germany, I worked as an office manager while attending German language courses simultaneously. This role involved managing student registrations, handling paperwork meticulously, and coordinating extensively with government organizations to ensure compliance and seamless communication between educational institutions and authorities.

Moreover, my experience includes coordinating UNICEF initiatives, participating in UNICEF groups, supervising open all-day care, tutoring refugees in Mathematics, German, and English, and facilitating leisure activities. Additionally, I engaged in voluntary work with Gute Tat, demonstrating my commitment to social causes.

Throughout these experiences, I have honed various skills, including multilingual proficiency in English, Swahili, and German at an advanced level (C2), office management, education, teaching, and social work. This diverse skill set has equipped me to excel in various professional domains and adapt to different environments effectively.

I pursued vocational training as an office assistant specializing in Human Resource Management and Executive/Secretarial Assistance. This training equipped me with practical skills crucial for office administration, paperwork management, and coordination within professional environments.

Additionally, I obtained the KMK Foreign Language Certificate in Vocational Education and Training based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This certification validated my proficiency in English at an advanced level, showcasing my ability to communicate effectively in the English language within professional settings.

These educational pursuits have provided me with a solid foundation in office management, administrative tasks, and advanced English proficiency, enabling me to excel in various roles requiring organizational and communication skills.