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carolyne maina

@carolynemaina

Receptionist and administrative professional focused on smooth front-desk operations and accurate records.

Kenya
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking to bring my reception and administrative experience to a supportive team—handling clients confidently, keeping records and reports accurate, and helping the organization run smoothly and professionally.

I’m a Receptionist with hands-on experience running office front-desk activities while keeping communications organized, welcoming clients professionally, and maintaining reliable day-to-day records. I bring a people-first approach with strong interpersonal skills and a dependable, high-integrity work ethic.

In earlier roles, I supported reception and correspondence processes through tasks like maintaining filing systems, opening and date-stamping general correspondence, directing visitors to the right offices, and keeping visitor and contact registers up to date. I also delivered hospitality service as a Hostess and Waitress—welcoming guests, ensuring comfort, and offering attentive service.

Since January 2018, I’ve worked as a Receptionist/Secretary/Accountant, maintaining the reception desk and office order while handling bank-slip confirmation and receipting to the right student. I type letters, photocopy and scan documents, manage general filing, forward parents’ complaints to the required persons, and provide clear payment summaries to leadership.

I also support the school’s financial administration by preparing weekly school expenses and income, and confirming monthly bank statements for all transactions. With training in Front Office Administration, Front Desk Techniques, and computer skills, I combine organized office procedures with confident guest/front-desk service to help teams operate efficiently.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

SE

Hostess and Waitress

Spicy Events

Jun 2015 - Dec 2015 (6 months)

Welcomed and directed visitors during events while providing service to ensure guests were comfortable. Supported event hospitality by managing visitor interactions and guidance.

NC

Reception & Admin Intern

Nairobi City County

Jan 2015 - May 2015 (4 months)

Managed reception operations by opening/date-stamping correspondence, maintaining the filing system, and registering incoming visitors. Welcomed clients, directed them to the appropriate offices, and kept the contact list up to date.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

KC

Kenya Utalii College

Front Desk Techniques, Hospitality - Front Office

2017 - 2017

Studied Front Desk Techniques, focusing on front office organization, communication, hotel operations, reservation and check-in/check-out procedures, revenue control, and guest relations.

NC

Nairobi Aviation College

Diploma in Front Office Administration, Front Office Administration

2014 - 2014

Earned a Diploma in Front Office Administration, including reception procedures, communication, public relations, switchboard operations, customer service, office procedures, and ICT.

VC

Valliant Computer College

Certificate in Computer Studies, Computer Studies

2013 - 2013

Completed a computer studies certificate covering word processing, MS Excel, databases, and Adobe PageMaker, alongside basic IT concepts.

GS

Gatura Girls Secondary School

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), Secondary Education

2009 - 2012

Grade: C-

Activities and societies: Awarded certificate of Bible Study Co-ordinator in CU and a certificate for being the wildlife treasurer.

Completed secondary education and earned the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE), grade C-.

JS

Joykam Primary School

Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE), Primary Education

1999 - 2008

Grade: 267

Completed primary education and earned the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE), score 267.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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