Sample Resume and Cover Letter
Maurine Anyango Oguta
Box 30197, 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Phone No: +254-711-738-119
E-Mail:
A team spirited, highly motivated, hardworking, target driven individual with the ability to meet strict deadlines is diligently seeking to utilize exceptional writing and analytical skills as well as experience to build my career and contribute to the accomplishment of your well-regarded organization goals.
Professional Strengths
o Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
o Strong problem solving, report writing and negotiation skills
o Ability to make sound and timely judgments as well as pay attention to detail
o Flexible with an open approach to change and ability to work on own initiatives
o Proficient in computer application packages and a working knowledge of French
Professional Education
Bachelor of Business Administration (Marketing Option), Presbyterian University of East Africa, Second Class Upper Undergraduate Degree Program, 2009
Volunteer Work
Jamii Bora Trust, Union Towers, Nairobi, Kenya
Direct Sales Representative, 2006-2008
o Develop new business and achieve set targets
o Market and sell institution financial services
o Conduct market surveys and coordinate sales promotions
o Prepare sales reports and sales projections
o Accurate record keeping and provision of timely reports to supervisor
Professional Experience
Impact Research and Development Organization, Mega Plaza, Kisumu, Kenya
Administrative Assistant, 2010-2011
o Scheduling interviews for the program administrator
o Answering queries and providing guidance to visitors regarding administrative needs
o Creating and maintaining a filing system
o Providing reception and phone coverage
o Drafting, editing and completing general correspondence