Respah Gitari
@respahgitari
Detail-oriented Project Coordination Assistant with strong communication skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented Project Coordination Assistant with a proven track record in managing communication and coordinating digital publishing workflows. My experience spans across various industries, including health and tech, where I have successfully streamlined operations and enhanced productivity. At the Digital Publishers Association of Kenya, I led initiatives that reduced reporting time by 25% and improved content quality through effective messaging strategies.
In my role as an Executive Assistant at Iranic Digital, I managed scheduling and internal communications for the Executive Director, ensuring seamless operations and accountability. My ability to draft high-priority documents and coordinate logistics for team events has been instrumental in maintaining professionalism and clarity across all executive communications. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to support executive functions and drive organizational success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Coordination Assistant
Digital Publishers Association of Kenya (DPAK)
Jan 2025 - Present (6 months)
Streamlined the sentiment reporting process on national matters, reducing reporting time by 25% and increasing content relevance across health, finance, and governance. Spearheaded the development of clear, on-brand messaging across press materials, memos, and social content, improving content quality and message consistency across teams.
Executive Assistant | Content and Research Assistant
Iranic Digital
Jan 2025 - Present (6 months)
Managed scheduling, calendar updates, and meeting coordination for the Executive Director, ensuring timely follow-ups and smooth internal operations. Drafted and proofread high-priority documents, internal memos, and email correspondence, maintaining clarity and professionalism across all executive communications.
Medical Representative
Phillips Therapeutics Ltd.
Oct 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 2 months)
Created product literature and technical briefs for hospital stakeholders, enhancing their understanding of product benefits and features. Produced clinical summaries and in-service education materials on infection prevention, leading to improved compliance with safety protocols.
Biomedical Research & Lab Assistant
KEMRI-Centre for Virus Research & Athi-River Level 4 Hospita
Jan 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Summarized experimental data and supported scientific protocol documentation, enhancing the clarity and accessibility of research findings. Edited research papers and designed participant-friendly consent forms, improving the readability and comprehension for study participants.
Freelance Biomedical Writer
Self-Employed
Jan 2020 - Sep 2023 (3 years 8 months)
Delivered SEO-informed blog posts, articles, and web content for clients in health, education, and finance. Specialized in biomedical topics including clinical research, diagnostics, public health, and wellness.
Education
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Daystar University
Bachelor of Science, Biomedical Science
2019 - 2023
Grade: 3.59
Activities and societies: Honored with five consecutive Dean’s Awards at Daystar University, a distinction reserved for students demonstrating outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential.
Graduated with a final GPA of 3.59 (Cum Laude). Honored with five consecutive Dean’s Awards at Daystar University, a distinction reserved for students demonstrating outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential.
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