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Makena Waithira Mwaura

Woodbury,MN

Summary

An open-minded, results-driven team player with a strong commitment to excellence, currently studying Business Administration at the University of Northwestern in my junior year. Passionate about achieving organizational excellence, I consistently deliver outstanding results in high-pressure work environments. I possess a creative and goal-oriented mindset, with a strong focus on adding value to the organization. Adaptable to diverse professional environments, I excel in communication and interpersonal skills. A self-motivated problem solver, I am eager to learn from others and collaborate effectively with individuals from different cultural backgrounds. Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, as well as experienced with online learning platforms such as Google Classroom, Teams, Zoom, and Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Dietary Aide

Presbyterian Homes and Services- Boutwells Landing
01.2025 - Current
  • Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
  • Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
  • Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
  • Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring timely meal production and delivery.

Administrative Assistant Cum Assistant Teacher

Kids Zone Educational Centre
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Assist in front office operations and customer service, i.e. handling and responding to enquiries via email, Facebook, office telephone and face to face enquiries.
  • Assist in coordinating the general operations in the school office e.g. Typing, Printing, Photocopying, and Filing of documents.
  • Assisting teachers in the Kindergarten section to manage the learners during the indoor and outdoor activities.
  • With the guidance of the main class teacher, my responsibility was to assist with; Preparation of learning resources and materials such as worksheets, exercise books, project portfolios and workbooks.
  • Typing, printing and photocopying of worksheets for learners.
  • Assist learners with the basic toileting routine, feeding, dressing and handwashing activities.
  • Assist in maintaining order in the classroom to ensure that the environment is conducive for learning.
  • Arranging classroom furniture for different learning activities.
  • Preparation and display of charts and other learning resource materials in the classroom.
  • Assist in the school transport coordination.
  • Ensuring the safety of learners during indoor and outdoor activities.
  • Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Northwestern
Roseville, MN
12-2026

Bachelor of Science - International Business Administration

United States International University - Africa
Nairobi, Kenya
12.2024

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

The Aga Khan High School
Nairobi, Kenya
12.2022

Secondary School Education -

Alliance Girls High School
Nairobi, Kenya
12.2020

Skills

  • Organizational excellence
  • Proactive and creative
  • Exceptional results
  • Goal-oriented
  • Adaptability
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving
  • Self-motivated
  • Cultural awareness
  • Computing skills (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Social Media skills (Instagram, Google)
  • Time management
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented

Summary Of Skills And Qualifications

  • Passionate about organisational excellence.
  • A well organized, proactive individual who can consistently deliver exceptional results even under high pressure work environments.
  • Creative and goal-oriented. Highly focused on adding value to the organization.
  • Ability to adapt to a professional multicultural work environment and has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Result-oriented problem solver and a self-motivated individual eager to learn from others.
  • Effectively works with people of various cultural backgrounds.
  • Computing skills in MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Instagram, Facebook, Google.
  • Proficiency in online learning platforms such as Google Classroom, Teams, Zoom, Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Swahili
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Dietary Aide

Presbyterian Homes and Services- Boutwells Landing
01.2025 - Current

Administrative Assistant Cum Assistant Teacher

Kids Zone Educational Centre
01.2022 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

University of Northwestern

Bachelor of Science - International Business Administration

United States International University - Africa

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

The Aga Khan High School

Secondary School Education -

Alliance Girls High School
Makena Waithira Mwaura