Dennis Murathi
@dennismurathi
Empathetic customer care professional with 6+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated customer care professional with over six years of experience in resolving inquiries and delivering exceptional service in fast-paced environments. My journey has been marked by a commitment to supporting vulnerable populations, where I have honed my problem-solving skills and demonstrated empathy in every interaction. I thrive in collaborative settings, working closely with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and maintain meticulous records.
In my current role as a Senior Programs Assistant at Church World Service, I manage sensitive inquiries from refugee applicants, achieving a remarkable 95% resolution rate on first contact. My ability to partner with international organizations has been instrumental in resolving cross-departmental bottlenecks, ensuring seamless case progression for refugees. I take pride in maintaining accurate records and training staff to enhance team efficiency and service quality.
Throughout my career, I have organized outreach events and mobilized communities, significantly impacting self-sufficiency and health outcomes. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to empower communities and improve service delivery, and I am eager to continue making a difference in my next role.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Programs Assistant
Church World Service – RSC Africa
May 2023 - Present (2 years 1 month)
As a Senior Programs Assistant, I addressed over 500 sensitive inquiries monthly from refugee applicants, achieving a 95% resolution rate on first contact. I collaborated with international organizations to resolve bottlenecks and maintained accurate records in the START system, ensuring compliance with confidentiality standards.
Programs Assistant
Church World Service – RSC Africa
Dec 2022 - May 2023 (5 months)
In my role as Programs Assistant, I managed refugee data collection and analysis while ensuring strict adherence to confidentiality protocols. I collaborated with teams to handle communication effectively and provided administrative support through record maintenance and correspondence.
Call Centre Supervisor
CCI Kenya
May 2022 - Nov 2022 (6 months)
As a Call Centre Supervisor, I managed a team of 15, improving operational efficiency by 30% through performance tracking. I reduced customer complaints by 20% via proactive problem-solving and optimized Salesforce CRM usage while training staff on best practices.
Customer Service Representative
CCI Kenya
Aug 2021 - Apr 2022 (8 months)
In my role as a Customer Service Representative, I fostered strong relationships with customers through professional communication. I ensured compliance with company policies while addressing customer needs and complaints, contributing to improved service delivery.
Programs Assistant
Second Chance Organization
Jul 2018 - Mar 2021 (2 years 8 months)
As a Programs Assistant, I organized outreach events for underserved populations and mobilized women and youth through skills-training programs. I also distributed mobility carts and mosquito nets, significantly impacting community health and self-sufficiency.
Volunteer
Second Chance Organization
Jun 2017 - Jun 2018 (1 year)
During my volunteer experience, I coordinated community programs focused on disability inclusion and malaria awareness. I contributed to outreach materials and advocacy campaigns to raise awareness about disability rights.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Maasai Mara University
Bachelor of Science, Communication & Journalism
2014 - 2017
Grade: Second Class (Upper Division)
Bachelor of Science in Communication & Journalism, graduated with Honours: Second Class (Upper Division). Developed skills in effective communication, media practices, and journalism ethics.
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