Yvonne Moraa Onyari

YVONNE M. ONYARI P.O. Box- | Tel: - | Email:- PROFESSIONAL PROFILE An accomplished Administrative and Project Management professional with over 10 years of experience across diverse industries. Highly skilled in managing office operations, marketing, client relations, and project logistics. Proven track record in improving operational efficiency and delivering high-quality services while providing leadership in administrative functions. Driven by a mission to create impactful teams and recognized for my ability to streamline processes and foster a collaborative working environment. Currently serving as the Volunteer Programs Manager at SDG Action Hub Kenya, contributing to sustainable community projects. KEY COMPETENCIES Office Administration & Automation Project Management & Coordination Client Relations & Customer Service Diary & Calendar Management Event Planning & Logistics Marketing & Product Promotion Document Control & Filing Systems Financial Management (Invoices, Petty Cash) Team Leadership & Collaboration Cross-functional Communication Attention to Detail & Problem Solving PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SDG Action Hub Kenya Volunteer Programs Manager 2023 – Present Lead and manage volunteer programs aimed at empowering communities and improving social outcomes. Oversee coordination of activities, events, and initiatives in collaboration with local leaders and international organizations. Facilitate strategic partnerships to support program expansion and sustainability. Tri-con Construction Kenya Ltd Administrative Assistant August 2010 – 2020 Managed all administrative operations including diary management, logistics coordination, and office maintenance. Prepared and processed quotations, LPOs, and invoices, ensuring timely transactions and smooth client interactions. Handled marketing activities, setting client appointments, and managing relationships with key stakeholders. Coordinated travel and accommodation for company executives and managed event logistics for company meetings. Organized and maintained filing systems, improving document retrieval and storage efficiency. Managed petty cash and other financial duties, ensuring accurate tracking and compliance with company policies. Gilberx Electro-Services Administrator and Secretary 1999 – 2004 Provided administrative support by managing the service manager’s diary, handling correspondence, and maintaining filing systems. Proofread reports and managed communications via fax and email to ensure smooth service delivery. Managed internal accounts, prepared invoices, and handled customer queries efficiently. Played a key role in the organization of staff duty rosters and orientation programs for new employees. Obura and Company Advocates Administrator and Secretary (Part-Time) 2003 Managed internal accounts, processed salaries, and handled petty cash. Organized filing systems and maintained staff duty rosters, ensuring smooth administrative operations. Assisted in preparing orientation materials for new staff and managing customer audit requests. National Census (Kenya) Enumerator 1999 Conducted interviews and gathered critical population data to support national census efforts. Ensured accurate and timely data collection, contributing to the successful enumeration process. EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS MSc. Project Management (Ongoing) Mount Kenya University Diploma in Business Administration (Secretarial Studies & Office Automation) Tulips Secretarial College, 1998 Certificate in Office Automation Computer Pride Ltd, 2003 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) Khalsa Girls Secondary School, 1997 SEMINARS & CONFERENCES ATTENDED US-Africa Nuclear Energy Summit – Nairobi, Kenya (August 2024) UN Civil Society Conference – UN Headquarters, New York (March 2024) United Nations World Climate Change Conference – UN Headquarters (February 2024) Data-Driven Cities Conference – Radisson Blu, Nairobi (February 2024) National Youth Service Conference on Constitutional Reforms – Nairobi, Kenya (September 1999) AMREF Ungana Market Clean-up – Westlands, Nairobi (February 2004) CREDENTIALS & VOLUNTEERING Volunteer Programs Manager, Josana NGO (Supporting AIDS Orphans) Volunteer, SDG Action Hub Kenya (2023 – Present) HOBBIES & INTERESTS Reading business and management journals Traveling and exploring new cultures and ideas Socializing and engaging in community work REFEREES Edward Kiplagat Managing Director, Eddyvo Enterprise Tel: - Gilbert Nyasagare Ndege Managing Director, Gilberx Electro-Services Tel: - Kiplagat Chebii Director, Tricon Construction Company Tel: -