Samson Sapuro
@samsonsapuro
Creative marketing professional with strong communication and leadership skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a passionate marketing professional with a background in communication and leadership. My experience includes serving as the Marketing and Communication Secretary for the Hoja Youth Summit 2018, where I successfully developed and executed integrated marketing communications plans that attracted over 230 delegates from multiple countries. I thrive in team environments and have a proven track record of utilizing social media analytics to enhance engagement and awareness.
As a Radio Presenter at USIU Radio, I led a team in discussing social issues and produced shows that resonated with millennials. My efforts were recognized when I was awarded Best Male Radio Presenter in 2019 for my commitment to social awareness. Currently, I am an intern at the Kenya Revenue Authority, where I coordinate research activities and prepare statistical reports to inform decision-making.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Intern, Research Assistant
Kenya Revenue Authority
Coordinate daily activities of registration for research for Diploma, PGD, and Masters students. Prepare monthly section reports through statistical analysis to inform decision making.
Radio Presenter
USIU Radio, USIU-A
Jan 2018 - Mar 2020 (2 years 2 months)
Produced and hosted several shows discussing music as a form of expression for millennials in society. Recognized and awarded Best Male Radio Presenter 2019 for efforts to push for social awareness in Radio Shows.
Equipment Coordinator/Artist Liaison
USIU Radio, USIU-A
Jan 2018 - Mar 2020 (2 years 2 months)
Dutifully prepared and maintained Radio equipment while in and out of studio. Successfully coordinated Artist management for USIU Radio, including interviewing and managing guest artists.
Marketing Committee
Black History Month, USIU-A
Jan 2019 - Feb 2019 (1 month)
Successfully created marketing materials, pamphlets, posters, and programmes for Black History Month. Led a team of freshmen to open and close Black History Month as part of the marketing committee.
Marketing and Communication Secretary
Hoja Youth Summit 2018
Jan 2018 - Oct 2018 (9 months)
Successfully marketed the Hoja Youth Summit 2018, which was attended by 230 delegates from Kenya, Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, and Zimbabwe. Developed and executed integrated marketing communications plans, utilizing Facebook and Twitter analytics to grow social media following.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
United States International University – Africa
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations
Studied International Relations with a concentration in Diplomacy and a minor in Marketing. Gained comprehensive knowledge in global affairs and strategic communication.
Light Academy
International General Certificate of Secondary Education, General Studies
Completed secondary education, focusing on a broad curriculum to develop foundational academic skills. Prepared for higher education through rigorous coursework.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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