Sharon Makena
@sharonmakena
Customer service specialist with 6+ years of diverse experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a customer service specialist with over six years of experience in various roles, including call centers, chat moderation, and quality assurance. My background spans multiple industries, such as finance and digital platforms, where I have honed my skills in managing customer relations and conflict resolution. Recently, I completed training in medical customer service and successfully passed the ALTA proficiency test, further enhancing my capabilities.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong command of CRM tools and have been involved in video content creation and virtual collaboration. My bilingual proficiency in English and Swahili allows me to connect with a diverse clientele, ensuring effective communication and support. I take pride in my ability to lead teams, train new hires, and create standard operating procedures that enhance operational efficiency.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Call Center Agent, Dispatcher & Trainer
Xpress Road Rescue
May 2024 - Nov 2024 (6 months)
Managed real-time dispatch coordination and customer rescue needs. Trained new hires, created SOPs, and led coaching sessions while handling high-volume calls with empathy and precision.
Chat Moderator & Business Manager
Cloudworkers & Business
May 2022 - Jan 2024 (1 year 8 months)
Monitored community interactions and ensured compliance, handling support escalations and resolving user friction. Led a small team in customer acquisition strategy and upselling initiatives.
Customer Support Rep, QA & Collections Agent
Tenspot (Credit Hela, Okash)
Apr 2020 - Mar 2022 (1 year 11 months)
Resolved account, billing, and app-related queries for customers. Conducted debt collection campaigns via call, email, and SMS, and audited agent calls while providing performance reports.
Video Editor & Casting Director
Kenya Institute of Mass Communication
May 2018 - Mar 2020 (1 year 10 months)
Edited educational and promotional videos for various projects. Managed casting processes and production logistics for video content.
Sales & Marketing Rep
Trueblaq & Brisk Marketing
Nov 2019 - Dec 2019 (1 month)
Engaged customers at events and in-store activations to promote products. Supported inventory management and campaign coordination efforts.
Brand Promoter (In-store)
Hue Experiential Ltd
Jan 2019 - Dec 2019 (11 months)
Drove brand awareness through face-to-face engagement with consumers. Supported sampling campaigns and collected customer feedback.
Brand Ambassador & Sales Rep
Showmax
Jan 2019 - Dec 2019 (11 months)
Helped customers register and manage their accounts for the streaming service. Set up promotional displays and managed subscriptions during road shows.
Video Production Intern
Permanent Presidential Music Commission
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Recorded national events and digitized archived footage for preservation. Gained practical experience in video production workflows.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Kenya Institute of Mass Communication
Diploma, Film Production (Video Editing)
2017 - 2020
Completed a diploma in film production with a specialization in video editing. Gained practical skills in editing educational and promotional videos, and managed casting and production logistics.
Ruiri Girls Secondary School
KCSE Certificate, General Studies
2013 - 2016
Obtained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) at Ruiri Girls Secondary School.
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