CATHERINE WAMBUI NJUGUNA
MOBILE: 055*******
EMAIL: ************@*****.***
PERSONAL DETAILS
DATE OF BIRTH : 3/03/1987
SEX : Female
NATIONALITY : Kenyan
ID NUMBER : 784-1987-1629218_4
MARITAL STATUS : Single
LANGUAGES : English, Kiswahili, Arabic
RELIGION : Christian
CAREER OBJECTIVE
I aspire to excel and be a valuable asset in a dynamic, challenging and competitive work environment and to be part of an organization that facilitates mutual growth and challenges, am able to utilize my skills and knowledge so as to be effective in work and learn more to cope with greater and better career development.
PROFILE
I am a self-driven achiever, who believes in the power of teamwork and progressive leadership as best management tools towards successful performance, and interested in forging a working relationship with a strategic and progressive firm, to develop my theoretical and practical skills acquired while in college and further continue with my education and more so to do all that is practically possible within my capacity to improve and serve others.
WORKING EXPERIENCE
EMIRATES NATIONAL OIL COMPANY Dubai
POSITION: CASHIER/CUSTOMER SERVICE
DURATION: Oct. 2015 till date
DUTIES
Providing customers a personalized, friendly and efficient cashiering service.
Entering purchases into a cash register then calculating the total purchase price.
Responsible for the accurate and timely allocation of cash.
In charge of daily cashbook management and also bank reconciliations.
Identifying potential sales leads and referring them to colleagues.
ADPAK LIMITED, NAIROBI
POSITION: SECRETARY
DUTIES
Answering calls and taking messages
Acting as receptionist by greeting or meeting clients
Maintaining diaries and arranging appointments
Typing and preparing reports
Filing
Organizing and servicing meetings by producing agendas and taking minutes
Managing databases
Prioritizing workloads
Training and supervising junior staff
JACARADA HOTEL
POSITION: RECEIPTIONIST
DURATION: FEB 2012-JAN2014
DUTIES:
Welcomes visitors by greeting them,in person or on the telephone answering or referring inquiries
Answering, screening and forwarding any incoming phone calls
Provide basic information when needed
Receiving and sorting daily mail/deliveries/couriers
Maintain security by following procedures, monitoring logbook,issuing visitor badges
Maintain safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures,rules and regulations
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
HILTON HOTEL, NAIROBI
POSITION: HOSTESS
DURATION: JAN 2010 – FEB 2012
DUTIES
Welcomes incoming and departing guests at the door by greeting them in a friendly and professional manner
Seats and presents menus to guests
Inform guests of current promotions and who is in charge of their service to ensure a smooth handoff to the service staff
Answering incoming calls and provide appropriate service
Manage the flow of guests into the dining areas
Tend to special guest needs and requests
Help setting dining clearing tables
MAC COSMETICS
POSITION: BEAUTY CONSULTANT
DURATION: APRIL 2008- FEB 2010
DUTIES
Recommending products to suit each customer
Meeting sales target
Keeping up to date with new products
Giving customers a makeover
Monitoring stock levels and re-ordering items
Keeping records
Handling cash and card payments
Providing a warm welcome for customer
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
2013-2014: VERA BEAUTY COLLEGE
Diploma Certificate in Hair Dressing and
Beauty
2007-2008: KIWAN COMPUTER COLLEGE
Certificate in Computer Packages
2008-2009: KIWAN COMPUTER COLLEGE
Diploma in graphics and design
2002-2006: MURUKA SECONDARY SCHOOL
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
(KCSE)
1994-2001: MURUKA PRIMARY SCHOOL
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE)
KEY COMPETENCE AND SKILLS
Exceptional organizational research analytical skills
Ability to write and edit reports and proposals
Self motivator
Fluent in English, and a bit of Arabic
Skilled in Oral and Written communication
Computer skills e.g. Microsoft office and other packages if required
Capable independent worker and productive team player.
Workshop and conference organization
Customer service and relationship building skills
Organization and time management skills
Telephone skills
Handles pressure
HOBBIES
Socializing
Beauty
Reading Novels
Designing