Ian Gitahi
@iangitahi
Dynamic communication professional skilled in marketing and public relations.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dynamic and results-driven communication professional with a Bachelor of Arts in Social Communication from Tangaza University College. My expertise spans journalism, public relations, digital media, and marketing, allowing me to engage audiences effectively and drive brand awareness. I have a proven track record in customer service, content creation, social media management, and sales, which has equipped me with the skills necessary to support organizational growth.
Throughout my career, I have held various roles that have honed my abilities in strategic communication. As a Communications Intern at Resolve Communications, I provided support to NGOs, created impactful social media content, and led community health campaigns. My experience as a Sales & Marketing Assistant at Tiger Enterprises allowed me to promote software solutions effectively, demonstrating my capability to adapt to different industries and audiences.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Customer Service, Sales & Online Marketer
Destiny Cyber Café
Jan 2025 - Present (7 months)
Assisted clients with digital services, computer support, and product sales. Promoted and marketed tech products online, growing customer engagement.
Office Receptionist / Secretary
Bison Technologies
Dec 2022 - Mar 2023 (3 months)
Managed front desk operations, inventory records, and assisted with bookkeeping. Supported packaging and delivery coordination for clients.
Communications Intern
Resolve Communications
Jul 2022 - Oct 2022 (3 months)
Provided communications support to KELIN (NGO) and Peace International Organization. Created social media content, managed event videography, and captured key stakeholder forums.
Sales & Marketing Assistant (Software Products)
Tiger Enterprises
Apr 2022 - May 2022 (1 month)
Promoted and sold software solutions to SMEs and individual clients. Explained product features, conducted demos, and closed sales.
COVID-19 Awareness Volunteer
Community Engagement – MOH/Partners
Nov 2021 - Feb 2022 (3 months)
Supported vaccination drives through awareness creation and elderly registration. Conducted field visits across Kajiado North and Rongai.
Enumerator & Public Educator
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS)
Aug 2019 - Sep 2019 (1 month)
Collected census data and educated residents on the importance of the 2019 Census. This role involved significant public interaction and data accuracy.
Car Sales & Marketing Agent
Self-Employed
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Developed sales leads and negotiated deals for pre-owned vehicles. Engaged clients online and offline, increasing monthly sales volume.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Tangaza University College
Bachelor of Arts, Social Communication
2017 - 2022
Acquired a comprehensive understanding of social communication, encompassing journalism, public relations, digital media, and marketing. Developed strong skills in content creation, social media management, and strategic communication to engage audiences and drive brand awareness.
St. Mary's Boys High School, Nyeri
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)
2013 - 2016
Completed secondary education, building foundational knowledge across various subjects. Developed strong academic and critical thinking skills essential for higher education.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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