Zainab Abass
Kinshasa
Summary
Marketing and Technology Manager at Alpha Foods and Packaging Mini-mart, adept at enhancing online presence and implementing inventory control systems. Proven leadership in driving community engagement and generating donations through fundraising. Skilled in digital advertising and proficient in POS systems, fostering collaboration for impactful results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing and Technology Manager
Alpha Foods and Packaging Mini-mart
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed the store's online presence on maps, Google, and social media sites.
- Evaluated online distribution opportunities
- Managed technical set up of the physical location, including configuration of point of sale terminal, security cameras, and back-up energy management of appliances.
- Configured mobile connectivity of security camera systems
- Created inventory control system
- Developed a system for inventory control, and taking key business metrics for informed decision-making
- Provided leadership to employees.
- Ensuring sanitation and organization of the store and products
Volunteer
Primary School - Lycée Tobongisa
11.2023 - 11.2023
- Managed funds to purchase and donate stationery items to a local all-girls school.
- Facilitated community outreach from international school to expand participation and support.
- Boosted donations to the local school by strategizing and executing fundraising events.
Website Developer
Personal Profile
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Created a free website featuring study notes for courses offered by the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum
- Made use of Wix website builder
- Created and uploaded interactive, visually appealing study notes.
- Collaborated and managed outsourced writers
Small Business Owner
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Reseller of Crocs footwear and associated charms
- Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention to a niche market segment
- Exploited market gap through innovative marketing and operations management.
Intern
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Digitized petty cash accounts and organized files and spreadsheets.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, including Excel.
- Supported staff members on non-core functions, reducing workload and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained experience in corporate work environment
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing
York University
Toronto, ON12-2028
High School Diploma -
The American School of Kinshasa
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic Of Congo06-2024
Cambridge IGCSE -
Haven of Peace Academy
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania06-2022
Skills
- Intermediate French - English translation
- Leadership
- Team collaboration
- Expertise in POS systems
- Digital advertising - social media and print advertising
- Microsoft Office and Google Applications
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Swahili
Elementary
Yoruba
Elementary
Timeline
Marketing and Technology Manager
Alpha Foods and Packaging Mini-mart
06.2024 - 12.2024
Volunteer
Primary School - Lycée Tobongisa
11.2023 - 11.2023
Small Business Owner
01.2022 - 04.2022
Website Developer
Personal Profile
06.2021 - 08.2022
Intern
International Institute of Tropical Agriculture
06.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing
York University
High School Diploma -
The American School of Kinshasa
Cambridge IGCSE -
Haven of Peace Academy
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