Michelle Kamau, M.A

Experience

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  Efficaxx Support Consultants

  Oct 2015 - Jun 2019

  Data Entry Clerk
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  Freelance Photograper

  Jan 2017 - Nov 2021

  Photographer
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  Peace Cops Kenya

  Feb 2017 - Oct 2018

  Student Leader

  The programme networks communities towards sustainable peace and Security.

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  Freelance

  Mar 2018 - Nov 2021

  I facilitated family mediation sessions, work-related conflict, community mediation, environment mediation, and child-related cases such as child custody, maintenance, and access.

  • Mediator

    Feb 2020 - Nov 2021

  • Creative Writer

    Mar 2018 - Nov 2021
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  National Legal Aid Service

  May 2019 - Dec 2020

  Mediator

  My achievement as a mediator included mediating child-related cases such as child maintenance and child access. I managed client intake, drafted Parental Responsibility Agreements after reaching an amicable solution, conducted mediations with the disputing parties, and facilitated free legal aid workshops for community members. I managed new interns as part of orientation, organized court schedules for all interns and advocates, handling assistant administrative roles such as drafting documents, managing client inquiries, scheduling document pickups, and liaising with court process servers. Show less

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  COFFEY INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT LIMITED

  Jul 2019 - Jul 2019

  Research Assistant

  The programme aims to enhance Kenyan capacity and capability to address inter-communal conflict, weak community police relations, violence against women and girls (VAWG), violent extremism and election related violence in the Northern and Coastal region in Kenya.

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  University of San Diego

  Sept 2021 - Jun 2023

  At the United Front Multicultural Commons, I facilitate spaces that promote diversity, inclusion, identity, and belonging. This is achieved through curated events focused on celebrating diverse identities, while advocating for student wellness through education and wellness activities.

  • Graduate Assistant

    Aug 2022 - Jun 2023

  • Weekend Supervisor, Copley Library

    Sept 2021 - Jul 2022
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  Kroc School at the University of San Diego

  Feb 2022 - May 2024

  As a Social Innovation Fellow at Spark @USD, I am responsible for designing and implementing innovative programs, coordinating the 2024 Global Finals of the Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge, and building meaningful relationships with stakeholders for positive social change.

  • Social Innovation Fellow

    Jul 2023 - May 2024

  • Graduate Assistant

    Feb 2022 - Jul 2023
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  University of San Diego

  May 2024 - Sept 2024

  Assistant Director - Regional Programs

  As an Assistant Director for Regional Programs at Alumni Relations in USD, I’ll be engaging and cultivating relationships with alumni, current parents, and other USD constituents through dynamic programs and communications within the Torero Network and Torero Clubs. Engaging Alumni and Parents:Developing and managing targeted regional programs and events.Integrating constituents into Torero Clubs and engagement opportunities.Enhancing and creating programs to strengthen USD’s global network.Collaborating Across Departments:Partnering with Career Development, Student Life, Admissions, Athletics, and academic units for internships, networking, and volunteer opportunities.Managing volunteer efforts and coordinating with the Alumni Relations’ volunteer coordinator.Fundraising:Identifying and cultivating potential donors.Managing a portfolio of 25-50 donors and prospects.Formulating and executing fundraising strategies with Annual Giving and Development.Coordinating fundraising activities with various development teams.Leadership Development:Recruiting and involving exceptional alumni.Engaging alumni in committees, events, or board positions.Nominating alumni for the National Alumni Board.Representing Alumni Relations at events to build relationships.Program Evaluation and Budget Management:Collecting and analyzing data on regional programs for improved engagement.Overseeing budget expenditures and revenue goals. Show less

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  The HOW Institute for Society

  Mar 2025 - now

  Operations Consultant and Content Specialist

  Oversee fellowship communications, participant tracking, and content quality on the NovoEd platform to ensure a seamless and engaging experience for NXT-GEN participants.Key Responsibilities:Fellowship Communications & EngagementCraft and refine regularly scheduled fellowship communications, maintaining consistency and clarity using past templates. Track participant engagement by processing raw data from NovoEd, updating weekly reports, and monitoring fellow participation trends.Content Quality & Program OversightReview and audit practicum submissions to ensure completeness, verifying components like audio recordings and flagging incomplete entries. Manage event recordings by downloading raw Zoom files, processing content, and ensuring timely uploads to NovoEd for participant access.Content & Program DevelopmentContinuously assess fellowship materials to identify opportunities for improvement, focusing on enhancing global relevance and scalability. Implement updates to improve clarity, accessibility, and the overall user experience. Support initiatives to expand the fellowship’s reach in the social sector by evaluating content applicability and collaborating with staff on potential adaptations. Show less