Sammy Atonya

SAMMY ATONYA -,-, https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammy-atonya-a15a82209 Nairobi Kenya INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST A results-oriented Information Management Officer with experience in leading corporate records management, knowledge management, and information services initiatives at organizational levels and engaging with multidisciplinary teams across diverse locations and in a cultural environment. Expertise in leading teams to improve performance, customer loyalty, and forging partnerships with internal and external partners. A self-driven professional in the field of information science and enthusiastic about learning and expanding new knowledge and skills due to the rapid growth and constantly changing characteristics of the information service industry. KEY COMPETENCIES Knowledge Management Strategic planning Client relationships Excellent computer skills. Information management Great organizational Skills. Interpersonal Skills. Business development Team leadership Communication Operations management PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ALLIANCE FOR SCIENCE August 2023 - Present DIGITAL COMMUNITIES LEAD /COMMUNIC ATIONS AND/OR PARTNERSHIPS INTERN Championed and orchestrated a transformative communications overhaul within the organization, resulting in enhanced engagement and partnerships. Spearheaded the development of impactful internal and external communication strategies, meticulously proofread and edited communications materials, and facilitated seamless communication between our organization and strategic partners. Additionally, played a pivotal role in elevating the company's online presence by crafting compelling web and social media content, keeping media contacts up-to-date, and designing eye-catching print advertising. Supported various units across the Alliance for Science, demonstrating adaptability and a collaborative spirit. Furthermore, contributed to the success of numerous events by efficiently planning and executing them, while maintaining comprehensive records of visitor engagement across multiple platforms. Continually embraced new challenges and exceeded expectations in accomplishing any tasks assigned Accomplishments: Assisting with the implementation of internal and external communications strategies Developing proofreading, and editing communications materials Helping the Partnerships Director maintain the communication between the organization and other partners Creating presentations and preparing reports on behalf of other units Posting content to the company's website and social media accounts (upon prior approval) Keeping media contact list up-to-date Assisting in the design of posters, flyers, and other forms of print_advertising Assisting other units of the Alliance for Science in their work Supporting event planning and implementation Keeping track and an updated record of visitors to events and websites and/or social media Any other tasks that may be assigned May 2022-August 2022 KENYA REVENUE AUTHORITY RECORDS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT ATTACHÉ-LEGAL SERVICE AND COORDINATION DEPARTMENT Revamped and modernized the organization's records management and information handling systems, achieving higher efficiency and regulatory compliance. Streamlined mail processing, file management, and database upkeep, seamlessly transitioning from paper to electronic systems. Established best practices for record retention and disposal, promoting consistency and accessibility. Improved customer service in information inquiries, while ensuring strict compliance with regulations, resulting in enhanced internal communication. Simultaneously managed general registry tasks, consistently delivering topnotch support. Accomplishments: Receiving, processing, and classifying correspondence Capturing, recording mail, copying, and scanning mail for distribution Controlling and opening files and updating the file index in the registry case book and into an electronic database management system Oversee the management of electronic and/or paper-based information • Managing the electronic database management system Assisted in the Establishing of a retention and disposal schedules within the department Manage the changeover from paper to electronic records management systems • Respond to information inquiries, giving appropriate access to information and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and regulations Improved the flow of information within the department Performing General Registry duties VOLUNTEERING USHAHIDI August 2022–Septembe2022r DATA OFFICER Volunteered at Ushahidi's Uchaguzi Project during Kenya's August 2022 general election. Key role in structuring unstructured Twitter data, enhancing Ushahidi's predictive capabilities for election violence. Contributed to empowering marginalized groups and improving crisis response through technology and data. Accomplishments: Catalyzed positive change during the August 2022 Kenyan general election by volunteering for the Uchaguzi Project at Ushahidi, a prominent non-profit organization specializing in crowdsourcing technology. Played a pivotal role in structuring unstructured Twitter data within their database management system, transforming raw information into actionable insights. This hands-on experience expanded my expertise in managing unstructured data and contributed significantly to Ushahidi's capacity to predict potential election violence through tweet analysis. Contributed to Ushahidi's mission of empowering marginalized groups and improving crisis response by harnessing the power of technology and data. The Forgotten Bottom Millions January 2022 - April 2022 Brand Ambassador and Data Entry Clerk Efficiently managed daily data entry of job postings into an Excel template, providing valuable insights on categories and job types shared within a central WhatsApp Group. Created engaging infographics with Canva to effectively communicate information. Additionally, executed administrative tasks in accordance with management directives Accomplishments: • Daily data entry of Job postings into an Excel template that gives a summary on categories and types of opportunities being shared by their members on a central WhatsApp Group. Communication of information through infographics that I created using Canva. Performed Administrative duties as directed by the management. EDUCATION KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY SEPTEMBER 2020-AUGUST 2023 Bachelor of science in information science STRATHMORE UNIVERSITY Data Protection Certificate JANUARY 2022-FEBRUARY 2022 ST PETERS SEMINARY-MUKUMU January 2016-November 2019 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education REFEREES HON MICHAEL ONYANGO -PATNERSHIP DIRECTOR MARY NJOROGE Relationship- Managed me Directly Relationship- Supervisor -- MRS : CATHERINE NZIOKA -HEAD OF INFORMATION SCIENCE DEPARTMENT Relationship- Supervisor and Lecturer-