James vandi Kamara
@jamesvandikamara
Business management student focused on finance, compliance, and analysis.
What I'm looking for
I am a motivated business management student specializing in finance, auditing, taxation, and internal control, with practical experience in trade finance, marketing, and administrative support.
At Euro Exim Bank I supported letters of credit, foreign exchange services, and import/export financing, gaining hands-on exposure to trade finance instruments and risk mitigation.
I led marketing and operations for a youth cleaning company and conducted Gen Z market research as an extern at Beats By Dre, applying data analysis and digital marketing skills to improve outreach and strategy.
My volunteer leadership as a full-time missionary and online institute instructor developed my communication, team training, recordkeeping, and mentorship abilities, and I bring strong integrity, attention to detail, and a service-oriented work ethic.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Online Institute Instructor
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Jan 2025 - Present (1 year)
Taught gospel-centered courses online, prepared weekly lesson plans, facilitated virtual discussions, and provided mentorship to foster student spiritual and personal development.
Stake Assistant Clerk
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Jan 2023 - Present (3 years)
Maintains accurate membership records, generates reports for leadership, trains ward clerks, and contributes to audits to ensure data accuracy and privacy.
Trade Finance Consultant
Euro Exim Bank
Jan 2024 - Jan 2025 (1 year)
Supported trade finance operations including letters of credit, foreign exchange services, and import/export financing to reduce client transaction risk and enable cross-border trade.
Marketing Extern
Beats by Dre
Jan 2024 - Dec 2024 (11 months)
Conducted market research on Gen Z consumer sentiment and analyzed survey and interview data to provide actionable insights for targeted marketing strategies.
Marketing Manager
Liahona's Youth Cleaning Company
Jan 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 11 months)
Led marketing and daily operations to increase brand visibility, attract new clients, and ensure team coordination and customer satisfaction.
Full-time Missionary
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)
Performed daily outreach and instruction, trained and supervised teams of 4–12 missionaries, managed schedules and budgets, and organized community service projects.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Sierra Leone / IPAM
Bachelor of Science, Auditing, Taxation and Internal Control
2024 -
Enrolled in a BSc program in Auditing, Taxation and Internal Control focusing on financial controls and audit practices.
Brigham Young University–Idaho
Bachelor of Science, Applied Business Management
2025 -
Activities and societies: Volunteer teaching, church service, leadership roles
Pursuing a BSc in Applied Business Management with focus on finance and compliance, combining coursework and practical experience in business operations.
BYU Pathway Worldwide
Certificate, Family History and Human Relations
2024 - 2024
Completed the BYU Pathway Certificate including coursework in family history and human relations to support personal and professional development.
Coursera
Certificate, Digital Marketing and E-commerce
2024 - 2024
Completed a Certificate in Digital Marketing and E-commerce covering marketing channels, digital tools, and e-commerce strategies.
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