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Sandra Gecheo

@sandragecheo

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Results-driven project manager with expertise in humanitarian operations.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that values collaboration, offers growth opportunities, and allows me to make a meaningful impact in humanitarian efforts.

I am a results-driven Project and Programme Management professional with over 8 years of experience in administrative coordination, donor reporting, and operational support within the humanitarian and development sectors. My proven ability to manage and track multi-partner grant portfolios has enabled me to support grantee compliance and streamline day-to-day operations across global teams. I am highly organized, service-oriented, and detail-focused, committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable populations.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated exceptional skills in grantee communications, impact monitoring, and organizing cross-functional workflows. My experience includes providing operational and grantmaking support to emergency and resilience programmes, ensuring effective implementation of cash-based initiatives, and liaising with over 50 grantees and partners. I thrive in fast-paced, remote, and cross-cultural environments, utilizing my strong written and verbal communication skills to represent organizations effectively in coordination forums.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Project Officer - Emergency Programme

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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Jan 2023 - Oct 2024 (1 year 9 months)

Managed operational and grantmaking support for emergency programmes, coordinating with over 50 grantees. Led data collection and analysis for reporting, maintained grant trackers, and organized logistics for multi-stakeholder meetings. Ensured compliance with organizational policies while providing extensive administrative and financial support.

Compliance Data Collection Event Coordination Microsoft Excel Stakeholder Management Administrative Support Communication Project Management

Project Associate - Emergency Programme

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)

Provided financial administration support for Cash+ Livestock activities, ensuring budget adherence. Organized logistics for events and maintained detailed records of program activities. Streamlined reporting processes and utilized project management tools for tracking implementation.

Financial Management Event Coordination Reporting Budget Management Communication Organizational Skills

Project Assistant - Livestock Sector

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Oct 2017 - Jan 2020 (2 years 3 months)

Supported programme administration for Cash+ Livestock activities, coordinating travel arrangements and maintaining filing systems. Reviewed financial documentation and organized program-related meetings. Demonstrated strong independent working skills while managing multiple tasks.

Travel Coordination Meeting Management MS Office Independent work Communication

Project Assistant Intern

FAOSO

May 2017 - Sep 2017 (4 months)

Assisted in various project tasks, gaining hands-on experience in project administration and support. Contributed to team efforts in organizing events and maintaining project documentation.