Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Hobbies and Interests
Community Service
References
Timeline
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Wayda Makona

Dar Es Salaam

Summary

With a proven track record at Halotel, excelling in agent recruitment and management, enhancing financial inclusion through innovative strategies. At Red Cross, spearheaded gender and youth initiatives, showcasing ability to lead with empathy and drive social justice. Bilingual proficiency and adeptness in Microsoft Office complement strong leadership and effective communication skills, making a dynamic asset.
With a Master's degree in International Development and a Bachelor's degree in Development Studies, bringing a comprehensive understanding of global affairs, development processes, and the interplay between politics, economics, and social dynamics.

Overview

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Work History

Super Agent Branch Manager

Halotel
04.2020
  • Agent recruitment- This involved training new agents on customer registration, customer education, transaction facilitation, liquidity management, marketing mobile money and expansion of financial inclusion
  • Float distribution - maintain sufficient liquidity (cash on hand and the float in the agent's mobile money account) to support customer transaction needs
  • Agent management - Ensuring agent regularly restock their inventory of electronic value or cash to continue serving their customers.

Volunteer

Red Cross
04.2018 - 07.2018
  • Developed and implemented gender and youth-focused initiatives, addressing issues such as gender-based violence, reproductive health and life skills development
  • Organized and facilitated workshops and training sessions to promote awareness, empowerment and leadership among marginalized youth
  • Established partnerships with schools to enhance access to education, healthcare and vocational training for young women and girls
  • Asset management, Fleet management, Warehousing management, Procurement management and Security management.

Education

Master of Science (M.S.) in International Development -

The University of Manchester
Manchester, United Kingdom
03.2022

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Development Studies & a minor in Political Science -

The University of Eastern Africa Baraton
Eldoret, Kenya
09.2018

Skills

  • Ability to work effectively in a team and collaborate with various stakeholders
  • Ability to identify community needs and develop effective solutions
  • Passion for social justice and understanding and respect for diverse cultures and communities
  • Ability to lead and motivate others in a community setting
  • Familiarity with social services and resources available for community development
  • Skills in mediating disputes and fostering a harmonious community environment
  • Ability to effectively communicate with diverse groups of people, both verbally and in writing
  • Experience in organizing and participating in community events and initiatives
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)

Certification

  • Kenya Redcross Basic First Aid Course
  • Kenya Red Cross Occupational First Aid Course
  • Women's Ministries Leadership Certification

Languages

Swahili
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Hobbies and Interests

  • Volunteering
  • Reading
  • Discovering new cultures

Community Service

Volunteer Kakuma Refugee Settlement

References

John Obara, Red Cross, Regional Logistics Officer, linkedin.com/in/john-obara-5126398a


Peter Omari, University of Eastern Africa Baraton, Lecturer, +254723090570, pomarihist@gmail.com


Esther Angwenyi,  University of Eastern Africa Baraton, Lecturer, +254727545306, angwenyie@ueab.ac.ke

Timeline

Super Agent Branch Manager

Halotel
04.2020

Volunteer

Red Cross
04.2018 - 07.2018

Master of Science (M.S.) in International Development -

The University of Manchester

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Development Studies & a minor in Political Science -

The University of Eastern Africa Baraton
Wayda Makona