Norah Machinda
@norahmachinda
Operations and administration specialist driving efficiency, compliance, and reliable logistical support.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Operations & Administration specialist with over 15 years supporting international development programs, known for improving office efficiency and ensuring compliance. I bring deep experience in procurement, inventory control, vendor relations, and logistical coordination.
At Chemonics Kenya I managed procurement, inventory, vehicle logbooks, service contracts, and financial trackers, supporting smooth project implementation and timely financial processes. I have coordinated workshops, maintained filing systems, and supported VAT claims and invoice follow-ups.
Previously I coordinated procurement and national distribution logistics for medical commodities, maintained program databases, and prepared donor reports for Management Sciences for Health. My earlier career included secretarial and administrative roles covering reception, petty cash, travel booking, and data entry.
I hold a Bachelor of Business Management (Purchasing & Supply Chain Management) and certifications including CIPS Level 3 and a Supply Chain Mini Masters. I am passionate about accountability, clear record-keeping, and delivering dependable operational support to teams.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Operations Officer
Chemonics Kenya Limited
May 2017 - Sep 2024 (7 years 4 months)
Provided comprehensive administrative and operations support for projects, overseeing procurement, inventory, vendor relations, vehicle logbooks, and financial tracking to ensure compliance and smooth office operations.
Program Assistant
RefugePoint
Oct 2016 - Dec 2016 (2 months)
Managed client reception, scheduling, case documentation, and transport logistics while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and accurate database updates.
Operations Associate
Management Sciences for Health
Oct 2010 - Apr 2015 (4 years 6 months)
Coordinated procurement and vendor logistics for national distribution of medical commodities, maintained inventory trackers and stock counts, and supported compliance reporting and donor documentation.
Secretary & Administrative
Various Organizations
Jan 2001 - Dec 2008 (7 years 11 months)
Performed clerical, reception, petty cash management, data entry, travel bookings, and provided administrative support to senior managers across multiple organizations.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Mount Kenya University
Bachelor of Business Management, Purchasing & Supply Chain Management
2013 - 2016
Completed a Bachelor of Business Management with a focus on Purchasing & Supply Chain Management from 2013 to 2016.
Institute of Human Resource Management
Diploma, Human Resource Management
2007 - 2009
Completed a Diploma in Human Resource Management between 2007 and 2009.
Strathmore University
Diploma, Secretarial Studies
1999 - 2001
Completed a Diploma in Secretarial Studies from 1999 to 2001.
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