Social Worker Community Development and caregiver

Jacinta Mene Email: *******.****@*****.***

Date of Birth: 04/03/1984

Nationality: Kenyan

Summary:

Dedicated professional with over 10 years of experience in social work, volunteer services, and community development. Demonstrated expertise in behavior change programs, social justice initiatives, and volunteer coordination. Proven track record in driving impactful projects such as the Tanzanian Youth Feeding Programme, promoting community welfare, and fostering sustainable growth. Skilled in sales, marketing, program facilitation, and grassroots development, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and implement solutions tailored to community needs.

Education

Primary Education

1988 - 1997: Kwangii Primary School

Secondary Education

1998 - 2001: Vyuyula Girls Secondary School

Attained: C Plain Grade

Diploma

2015 - 2016: Diploma in Social Work and Community Work

Attained: Credit

Additional Training

o2004: Behavior Change Program Phase 1 and 2

oApril 2016: Retail Program Training, OIC International - Attained Certificate

oMay 2016: Computer Training in Basics

o2016: Driving License

Work Experience

2003 - 2005: Social Worker, Kabujoy Training Centre

Provided support to vulnerable groups, facilitated training sessions, and contributed to community rehabilitation programs.

2004: Social Justice Worker

Advocated for equal rights and led behavior change campaigns to raise awareness about critical societal issues.

2005: Social Worker, Korogocho Slums

Delivered social work services focusing on poverty alleviation, child welfare, and education support in underserved communities.

2010 - 2012: Social Worker, Jesuit Refugees Services

Assisted displaced individuals with counseling, resource access, and reintegration efforts, promoting self-sufficiency.

2013 - 2014: Sales and Marketing, Bakery

Managed product promotion, customer engagement, and sales growth, contributing to business expansion.

2015: Volunteer, Child Fund Care

Supported program facilitation, child development projects, and welfare assessments.

2017 to date -Founded Tanzanian Youth Feeding Programme

Established and managed a community-based initiative addressing food insecurity among youth and promoting health education.

2025 : Volunteer for 2 months at st.Anne care home for elderly UK

Skills and Certifications

Behavior Change Program Certification (2004)

Retail Training Program Certificate (2016)

Computer Basics Training (2016)

Driving License (2016)

Experience in Sales, Marketing, Social Work, and Community Programs

Project Management and Stakeholder Engagement

Advocacy and Behavior Change Facilitation

Community-Based Development Initiatives

Safeguarding adults from Flourish UK

Safeguarding children from Flourish UK

Dementia

Stroke awareness

Food safety and hygiene

Autism awareness

Mental health awareness

Diabetes essentials

Professional boundaries

Dysphagia and choking

Epilepsy awareness

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