About

I have wealth of practical experience gained from working in the National and International Non-governmental organizations for over 12 years. I have also gained experience in hostile areas such as South Central Somalia, Burundi, Cambodia, Kenya in North Eastern especially Dadaab and Kakuma refugee camps. I am well versed in Community development initiatives, Child protection, Youth livelihood development, resource mobilization, psycho social interventions, Gender mainstreaming, general refugee protection, sexual and gender-based violence, social media campaigns among other roles. I have sphere headed over five different projects in; Child protection including sitting in BID panels, Youth Technical Vocational Training, Livelihood improvement, trauma healing, GBV prevention, Youth Advocacy initiatives through youth platforms. I have Knowledge in mapping out the most vulnerable groups for immediate response in emergency circumstances in different sectors. I have led advocacy projects within Africa and beyond

Skills

  • Project Management
    10
  • Program/ Project coordination
    10
  • Public Relations and Information Management
    8
  • Team management and leadership
    7
  • Creativity and innovation
    8
  • Strategic plan development
    5
  • team player
    10
  • Project Supervision
    10
  • monitoring and evaluation
    10
  • Training and Capacity Building skills
    10
  • Data collection and analysis
    10
  • IT
    9
  • Microsoft Office
    10
  • Customer service
    6
  • English and Kiswahili
    10
  • Somali
    1

Recommendations

Experience

Sofia Ali

 8/14/2024

Sofia Ali CEO Benjava communication and PR Form Info@benjava.co.ke 14th August 2024 To Whom It May Concern, I am pleased to write this letter of recommendation for Chris Okudo. Having worked closely with Chris for 2 years, I can confidently attest to his exceptional skills and contributions in Project Management, Program/Project Coordination, Public Relations, and Information Management. Chris demonstrated outstanding proficiency in managing and coordinating projects from inception to completion. His meticulous approach ensures that projects are executed efficiently, within scope, and on time. His ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards is a testament to his strong organizational skills and attention to detail. In the realm of Public Relations, Chris excels at building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders. His communication skills are exemplary, allowing him to convey complex information clearly and persuasively. His proactive approach in addressing public inquiries and media relations has consistently enhanced the organization’s reputation and fostered trust among our partners. Moreover, Chris has shown remarkable adeptness in Information Management. His systematic approach to managing and organizing data has streamlined operations and improved access to critical information. His innovative solutions and strategic thinking have significantly contributed to the efficiency and effectiveness of our information management systems. Chris’s dedication, expertise, and work ethic make him an invaluable asset to any team or project. I have no doubt that he will continue to excel and make significant contributions in his future endeavors. I highly recommend Chris Okudo for any opportunity that aligns with his skills and experience. Please feel free to contact me at sofiajali2016@gmail.com if you require any further information. Sincerely, SOFIA ALI CEO

Monica Ogonjo

 2/26/2024

Not Only is Chris a Hardworking individual but also a dedicate team member with insightful objectives towards community outreach and customer satisfaction and delivery

 

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