aries babystar
@ariesbabystar
Detail-oriented Project Officer with expertise in international trade.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented Project Officer with over five years of experience in supporting capacity-building programs in international trade and sustainable development. My journey has allowed me to manage multi-level projects and engage diverse stakeholders across 49+ African nations, streamlining program processes by up to 45%. I pride myself on my strong communication skills, a sharp eye for detail, and proficiency in documentation, monitoring, and strategic reporting.
Currently, I work at the Eastern and Southern Africa Management Institute (ESAMI) as a Project Officer, where I oversee program cycles from planning to implementation and evaluation, achieving a remarkable 97% on-time completion rate. I have successfully built and maintained strategic partnerships with government entities and multilateral agencies, contributing to a 10% increase in joint initiatives, particularly those led by women. My role also involves producing digital content, coordinating events, and conducting impact assessments to ensure program adaptation based on evidence-based decision-making.
My previous experience includes a Business Development/Communications Trainee role at Maple Consultants in Dubai, where I conducted market research and developed strategic planning initiatives that increased client retention by 17%. I hold a Post Graduate Diploma in International Relations and a Bachelor of Arts in Media Communications, equipping me with the skills necessary to excel in my field.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Officer (Communications & Monitoring)
Eastern and Southern Africa Management Institute (ESAMI)
Sep 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)
Managed over 20 full programme cycles, ensuring 97% on-time completion and building strategic partnerships with government entities and multilateral agencies. Produced over 100 digital content pieces and coordinated events for 100-200 participants, enhancing donor visibility. Led the coordination and execution of over 2000 applications, improving response and conversion rates by 60% in Francophone
Business Development/Communications Trainee
Maple Consultants
Dec 2017 - Jun 2018 (6 months)
Conducted market research and risk analysis to identify project growth opportunities, developing strategic planning initiatives that increased client retention by 17%. Strengthened stakeholder relationships and executed strategic marketing plans to meet revenue targets.
Sales Representative
Chalhoub Group
Feb 2015 - Oct 2017 (2 years 8 months)
Coordinated the yearly seasonal marketing calendar in line with the brand strategy and organized calendars for client appointments. Executed events related to seasonal product launches for Sephora.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Middlesex University
Post Graduate Diploma, International Relations
Focused on key areas including global security, geopolitical perspectives, and foreign policy analysis. Gained in-depth knowledge of international relations theories and practices.
Middlesex University
Bachelor of Arts, Media Communications (Honours); Advertising and Public Relations
Studied media communications with a focus on advertising and public relations. Coursework included campaign and promotion strategies, consumer analytics, media ethics and relations, public relations strategies, and project management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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