Mary Seraphine

MARY SERAPHINE AOKO NAIROBI KENYA - - PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Dedicated realtor with background in site inspection, property value estimation, property management, data collection and collation, and record keeping. I have in-depth understanding of the laws governing land and land administration processes, determination of real property taxes among other laws. Resourceful problem solver who embraces teamwork and encourages giving insights. Believes in the service first principle and commitment to course. SKILLS Active Listening Good communication skills both verbal and written Data collection and collation Grounds and Facility Inspection Real property valuation WORK HISTORY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT INTERN 11/2021 to 01/2022 Cytonn Investments Ltd, Nairobi, KE Monitored timely receipt and reconciliation of rent collections in accordance with landlord and resident statutes. Minimized vacancy periods by collaborating with colleagues to strategize improvements to marketing initiatives, and tenant outreach programs. Followed up on delinquent tenants and coordinated collection procedures. Maintained original leases and renewal documents in digital and hardcopy format for property management office. Ensured the properties were well maintained according to statute standards and company standards. Handled tenant complains. Followed up on potential tenants and signed leases with new tenants. Performance Assessment Record Sorting Proficient in computer software. Report writing. Knowledge of various legislation relevant to the land sector. VALUATION AND TAXATION OFFICER INTERN 07/2019 to 09/2019 Ministry of Lands and Physical Planning, Nairobi, KE Engaged in site visits to evaluate the condition of property, both of developed and undeveloped and to measure the factors that would influence their value. Carried out property search in the ministry records and site inspection for verification of property details. Conducted searches for comparable properties used during determination of property value. MARY SERAPHINE AOKO NAIROBI KENYA WORK HISTORY - - Estimated property values and prepared valuation reports presented to the senior valuation officers (supervisors). Participated in continuous improvement of the department's performance by generating suggestions on how to solve particular problems. Helped in keeping and maintaining hardcopy land records. Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents. Carried out day-to-day duties assigned accurately and efficiently. Participated in entry of large amounts of data. CLERK 08/2019 to 08/2019 Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, Bondo, KE Provided quality clerical support through data collection, data entry, and document management. Conducted face-to-face interviews in all the households in the designated area effectively and efficiently (48 hours for averagely 300 households) Communicated efficiently with the supervisors and other members of the team. Promoted teamwork by participating in team discussions and taking a leadership role for the team. Created a report for the whole exercise in the designated area. POLLING CLERK 08/2017 to 08/2017 Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, Bondo, KE Marked elector numbers and ballot paper numbers in corresponding registers. Issued and collected voter ballot papers. Prepared, cleaned and maintained polling stations. Checked elector identification and eligibility and marked elector numbers in register. Accurately counted votes at the polling station. Worked with other team members and ensured a smooth flow of activities within the polling station. HEALTH EDUCATOR AND MOBILIZER 02/2017 to 07/2017 Center for Health Services, Bondo District Hospital, Bondo, KE Assisted with development of improved seminars and training materials. Conducted school seminars on the benefits of particular health care initiatives. Enrolled a large number of participants in the health initiative project as purposed B the employer. Taught about health initiatives to the community workers and members of MARY SERAPHINE AOKO NAIROBI KENYA - - WORK HISTORY public. Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies. Led planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with agency mission and philosophy. Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services provided. EDUCATION Bachelor of Real Estate: Built Environment, 09/2021 The University Of Nairobi - Nairobi, Kenya Second Class Honors, Upper Division. Dissertation: [AN INVESTIGATION OF THE DETERMINANTS OF AIRBNB ACCOMMODATION ADOPTION IN THE HOSPITALITY SECTOR OF KENYA.] KCSE Certificate: 12/2016 Loreto High School Limuru - Limuru, Kenya A- of 77 points Kenya Certificate of Primary Education: 12/2012 Lwak Girls Primary - Bondo, Kenya A- of 76 points. AFFILIATION The Institution of Surveyors of Kenya. Women in Real Estate Kenya. CERTIFICATIONS Certificate in computer packages. Certificate of defensive driving - Advance Level 1 HOBBIES A performing artist in choral music and dance. Reading philosophical books. Engaging in team building activities. Listening to podcasts. Writing academia and articles. Participating in field research and data collection.