Doreen Akinyi
@doreenakinyi1
Organized legal assistant and administrative professional driving operational efficiency.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am an organized, detail-oriented legal assistant and administrative professional with experience managing complex schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling confidential information. I combine strong communication and interpersonal skills with proficiency in office management software to streamline workflows and support legal teams.
I have hands-on experience as an appointment setter, legal assistant intern, virtual personal assistant, accounts manager/cashier, and customer service representative. I have driven client onboarding, digital filing, calendar management, online marketing and sales, and financial record-keeping across legal and commercial environments.
I am committed to improving organizational efficiency, delivering excellent customer service, and supporting teams to meet deadlines. I bring adaptability, a fast-learning mindset, and cross-functional skills in sales, marketing, accounting, and office administration.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Legal Assistant Intern
Adhiambo Omondi & Company Advocates
Jan 2023 - Sep 2025 (2 years 8 months)
Provided administrative support to advocates and paralegals, managed calendars and meetings, organized digital filings and client onboarding, and supported community outreach initiatives.
Appointment Setter
Solvo Global
Scheduled and confirmed appointments with clients, lawyers, and stakeholders, managed calendars to ensure timely meetings, and maintained accurate client records while handling rescheduling and cancellations.
Accounts Manager
Bulawayo Sales and Supplies
Managed company financial records, processed payments for purchases, deliveries, and payroll, and maintained accurate cash handling and accounts reconciliation.
Sales & Marketing Representative
Himitsu Africa
Remotely advertised and sold skincare products, sourced new customers online, and executed digital marketing initiatives to drive sales over a ~one-year engagement.
Customer Service Representative
CCI Call Center
Answered inbound calls, responded to client queries via calls and messages, and maintained responsiveness to support customer satisfaction.
Virtual Personal Assistant
Tesler
Managed office supplies and inventory, organized files and data entry, proofread documents for executive submission, and ran errands to support executive productivity.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MUMount Kenya University
Bachelor of Laws, Law
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) studies completed at Mount Kenya University.
Nyawara Girls High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
Completed Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education at Nyawara Girls High School.
Sukari Presbyterian Academy
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
Completed Kenya Certificate of Primary Education at Sukari Presbyterian Academy.
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