Benjamin Pascal Wanjala

Experience

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  Muhoroni Sugar Company

  Jul 2012 - Jan 2013

  IT Support Specialist

  • Duties included Detect, diagnose and resolve PC, printer and peripheral device faults• Maintained electronic mail accounts and implement where appropriate• Ensured company policies and procedures are implemented for accessing data and files within the company.• Provided technological assistance to management team and staff, answering any questions and explaining the use of ICT• Maintained and provided documents and equipment as requested, which included any printing or downloading of documents and materials needed.• Identified software, hardware and working practices required to fulfill functional specifications defined by staff. Show less

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  Likoni Matatu Sacco

  Jan 2013 - Jun 2013

  Accounts Receivable Clerk

   Internal and external audit and loan reports, File and maintain all records discretely Handle incoming cash and checks and working with banks to forward and deposit payments Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls Created and distributed invoices and processed incoming payments to keep records accurate and Current Tracked and documented expenses for budgetary purposes. Set up and updated Excel spreadsheets to track financial data. Show less

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  One Acre Fund

  Oct 2013 - Dec 2015

  • Scanning and filing all documents both physically and electronically• Worked with several departments, facilitating requests of records reviews• Communicated effectively with multiple departments and staff about payment requests, answering questions and resolving inquiries about any records, policies and/or procedures for financial documents• Managed and maintained accurate account of all documents required by the department• Active contributor to reaching company goals by accomplishing designated tasks accurately and in a timely manner. Show less • Manage all documents for record by verifying procedural accuracy, correcting discrepancies, entering data, updating and filing as appropriate.• Create and/or correct input data coding, Produced daily reports as well as compiling special request reports.• Quality control of databases, which included finding and correcting errors in database by cross-referencing from other documented paperwork requiring attention to detail• Answered in-house calls from field auditors to verify correspondence information, provide supporting documentation and schedule meetings as needed• Completed tasks to assist in department fieldwork, which included obtaining consent forms, communicating research objectives with participants, assist in daily survey of maintenance equipment and providing the team with feedback from surveying activities• Completed desk work, which included translations, ensuring data integrity, maintained records and correcting any data entry errors Show less

  • Finance Filing Clerk

    May 2014 - Dec 2015

  • Data Entry Specialist

    Oct 2013 - May 2014
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  One Acre Fund

  Feb 2016 - Jul 2016

  Payments Associate

  • Assisted the team by administratively monitoring procedural performances of payment requests ensuring each was completed, processed and verified accurately and in a timely manner• Upheld procedural standards for the team which included: verifying department ID codes, schedule and prepare checks and resolving discrepancies found in a variety of purchasing and invoicing documents.• Maintained records management in an orderly fashion and kept accurate document preparations according to procedures to ensure their effectiveness. • Handled confidential material professionally by complying to company policies. Show less

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  One Acre Fund

  Oct 2016 - Aug 2024

  Senior Case Investigations Supervisor

  • Carry out Group leader and Farmer trainings on Fraud detection and deterrence so as to detect and flag out possible Fraud occurrences to necessary teams.• Schedule Visits to investigate and resolve field-based cases with Field directors, Field leaders and Group Leaders as deemed appropriate.• Meet with impacted and affected parties to collect evidences and also obtain written statements and reports such as default acknowledgment forms from relevant parties for recovery of cash lost by One Acre Fund Field staff.• Investigating and acquiring relevant documentation including budgets and records for farmer refunds payments, Insurance payments and inputs delivery documents to detect any anomalies and errors and launch investigations on: Cases of incentive fraud; input fraud by staff; Ghost farmer’s issues; Repayment Fraud.• Work closely with the Field leaders and stakeholders in regional teams on any requirements for the cases and advise on appropriate resolution and recommendations.• Present all investigation reports to the relevant parties to ensure case resolution and case closure.• Coordinate with Regional Human Resource Associates and District Office Administrators on all pending disciplinary actions recommended from cases investigated in the larger regional field teams.• Examine processes and policies in order to provide the Investigation Team Management and other related organizational stakeholder’s on solutions to prevent future policy breach occurrences based on analyzed recommendations. Show less

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  Tujitahidi Development Network (TDN)

  Feb 2023 - now

  Executive Director

  As the Executive Director of Tujitahidi Development Network, my role encompasses:Strategic leadership, program development and management, resource mobilization, team management, advocacy and networking, financial oversight, monitoring and evaluation, and community engagement. Through these diverse responsibilities, I lead the organization in addressing social issues and empowering the youth in Bungoma,and Western Kenya at large.By providing visionary leadership, managing programs effectively, mobilizing resources, advocating for change, ensuring financial accountability, and engaging with the community, I contribute to positive and sustainable development within the community. Show less

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  The Youth Parliament Kenya (YPK)

  May 2024 - now

  Strategic Leadership and Governance;1. Policy Advocacy: Lead youth-centric policy advocacy efforts. Forge partnerships with key stakeholders for policy influence.2. Strategic Planning: Collaborate in organizational strategy and goal-setting.Program Development and Management;1. Youth Engagement Programs: Develop and manage programs to increase youth political participation.2. Capacity Building: Implement leadership and policy training for young leaders.Advocacy and Public Relations;1. Public Representation: Serve as a public spokesperson in various forums and media. Engage in public speaking to promote YPK’s mission.2. Networking: Build and maintain strategic partnerships. Enhance organizational visibility and impact through networking.Financial and Resource Management;1. Fundraising: Lead fundraising initiatives to support organizational activities.2. Resource Allocation: Manage and optimize the use of organizational resources.Innovation and Technology Integration;1. Digital Engagement: Spearhead the adoption of digital tools for better engagement and efficiency.2. Research Initiatives: Support and disseminate research on youth engagement and policy impact. Show less Led the development of strategic objectives for YPK’s media and editorial activities - Organized and documented the objectives after an initial leadership meeting, ensuring clarity and alignment among team members.Enhanced YPK’s media presence by establishing and testing new communication channels - Set up new channels and developed a press release template to streamline the organization’s messaging.Spearheaded the launch and engagement of YPK’s youth campaigns - Coordinated brainstorming sessions, developed campaign materials, and executed a successful youth engagement campaign across multiple platforms.Cultivated partnerships with local media and influencers - Scheduled meetings, developed partnerships, and engaged with media contacts to increase YPK’s visibility and outreach.Directed the planning and promotion of a major youth conference - Initiated the planning process, identified key speakers, developed promotional materials, and scheduled social media promotions to ensure a successful event Show less

  • Vice President

    Aug 2024 - now

  • Head Of Media and Editorial Management

    May 2024 - Aug 2024