Lawrence Mwanzia
@lawrencemwanzia1
I build scalable backend systems and deliver customer-focused administrative support.
What I'm looking for
I've supported customers at Safaricom Shop, resolving inquiries and complaints, maintaining sales records, and training new employees in customer service practices.
I also completed ALX's backend engineering program, where I built a social media feed backend with posting, likes, comments, and sharing. My work spans Python, Django, REST, GraphQL, Docker, Kubernetes, Celery, Redis, PostgreSQL, API design, testing, and version control, alongside experience in freelance writing, research, SEO, data entry, and administrative support.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sales and Customer Service Support
Safaricom Shop
Jun 2025 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Providing exceptional customer service by assisting customers with inquiries, product recommendations, and sales service. Handling customer complaints and resolving issues to increase satisfaction.
Freelance Writer
Self-Employed
Nov 2022 - Jan 2025 (2 years 2 months)
Producing engaging and well-researched content for various clients, maintaining high quality and meeting deadlines. Managing multiple projects and conducting thorough research across industries.
Administrative Assistant Internship
National Social Security Fund (NSSF)
Jan 2019 - Apr 2019 (3 months)
Assisted with administrative tasks such as inventory management, order processing, and data entry. Engaged external customers through phone calls and responded to inquiries via email and phone.
Customer Attendant
Shell Petrol Station
Jun 2015 - Dec 2016 (1 year 6 months)
Delivered excellent customer service, assisted customers with fueling, car checks, and other needs. Managed stock intake and inventory control, and promoted premium products to increase sales.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ALX Africa
AI Career Essentials Certification, Artificial Intelligence
2025 - 2025
Completed the AI Career Essentials (AI Starter Kit) Certification, covering foundational AI concepts and applications.
Moi University
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
2015 - 2020
Grade: Second Class Honors - Upper Division
Graduated with Second Class Honors - Upper Division in Sociology.
RIAS Technical College
Certificate in Computer Packages, Computer Applications
2015 - 2015
Completed a Computer Packages Certificate covering MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, and MS PowerPoint.
Machakos Boys School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2011 - 2014
Grade: B plain
Attained Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with a B plain grade.
Myanyani Primary School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
2006 - 2010
Grade: B plain
Attained Kenya Certificate of Primary Education with 347 marks, equivalent to a B plain grade.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
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