julie Odhiambo
@julieodhiambo
Business development specialist driving growth, operations, and international market expansion.
What I'm looking for
I am a driven business development specialist with over a decade of experience advising NGOs, financial institutions, and educational organizations on strategic planning, financial risk management, and operational growth.
I co-founded and led operations for an early learning center in Nairobi, designing an inclusive curriculum, implementing a digital HR/CRM system, and increasing student intake by 45% through targeted enrollment strategies.
My field experience includes business development advisory roles across Ethiopia, Kenya, and Sierra Leone where I supported MSMEs, led stakeholder consultations, designed risk frameworks that reduced credit defaults, and facilitated workshops that secured funding for participants.
I combine cross-cultural communication, CRM-driven reporting & analytics, and practical program delivery to strengthen partnerships, improve service quality, and scale impact across international markets.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Co-Founder & Head of Operations
Play n Learn Centre
Apr 2021 - Present (4 years 11 months)
Designed and implemented an inclusive early-learning curriculum and operational systems that increased student enrollment by 45% and reduced administrative errors via CRM-driven reporting. Managed budgeting, HR, procurement, and community engagement to sustain program quality.
Lead Delegate
KENASVIT
Nov 2024 - Dec 2024 (1 month)
Coordinated a two-country policy learning exchange, leading stakeholder consultations and cross-cultural negotiations to produce evidence-based recommendations for grassroots economic empowerment. Facilitated peer-learning and established international networks to support program influence.
Senior Business Development Advisor
Wasasa Microfinance
Nov 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 1 month)
Supported 50+ MSMEs with business continuity and recovery plans, improving operational sustainability by 30% and delivering workshops that enabled 60% of participants to secure funding. Improved client satisfaction and increased service quality via audits and CRM practices.
Business Development Advisor
K-Rep Development Agency
Sep 2015 - Oct 2018 (3 years 1 month)
Designed risk frameworks for 10 financial service agents that cut credit defaults by over 20% and authored credit policies and operational manuals to strengthen institutional performance. Led sales forecasting, pipeline management, and account improvements to boost loan uptake.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
DG Empowerment Hub
Certificate, Virtual Assistance
2024 - 2024
Completed a virtual assistant certificate program covering remote assistance tools and administrative support skills.
ELLE Interior Design
Certificate, Interior Design and Decoration
2020 - 2020
Completed an interior design and decoration certificate program focused on design principles and decoration techniques.
Evelyns Design College
Certificate, Fashion and Design
2017 - 2017
Completed fashion and design training covering interior and fashion design principles and practical applications.
Agape Counselling and Training
Certificate, Counselling Psychology
2008 - 2008
Completed a counselling psychology certificate program focused on foundational counselling approaches and best practices.
Premese Africa Development Institute
Diploma, Community Health and Development
Diploma program in Community Health and Development focused on community health principles and development practices.
K-Rep Development Agency (training)
Certificate, Lending Practices and Business Management
Training on best lending practices and business management aimed at microfinance and lending program staff.
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