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Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
references
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Esther Ruharara

Kakuma,Kenya

Summary

Dynamic entrepreneur with a passion for empowering women artisans through IHCE. Expert in handcraft design and financial management, I successfully trained jobless women in Kakuma, enhancing their skills and boosting their confidence. Committed to fostering customer relations and driving business growth through innovative marketing strategies.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Inspire Hands Creation Enterprises (IHCE)

Self employer
Kakuma, Kenya
02.2023 - Current
  • Established IHCE to empower women artisans through handcrafted bags, beadwork, and dressmaking.
  • Designed and produced beaded bracelets, lanyards, earrings, necklaces, handbags, and dresses.
  • Managed financial resources, budgeting, and marketing for business growth.
  • Built relationships with local and international customers, fulfilling bulk orders.
  • Training and mentoring jobless women in Kakuma to develop handcraft and business skills.
  • Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Volunteer Trainer

Don Bosco Training Centre
Kakuma, Kenya
07.2023 - 02.2024
  • Provided training on handcraft skills and entrepreneurship to young artisans.
  • Guided trainees in developing business ideas and financial literacy.
  • Supported students in improving craftsmanship and marketing their products.
  • Provided constructive feedback and positive reinforcement to keep trainees motivated.

Education

High School Diploma -

Amala Global Secondary
Kenya
06-2024

Certificate in Entrepreneurship

Finn Church Aid (FCA)
Kenya
01-2024

Certificate in Dressmaking

Rai Training Centre
Kenya
01-2023

Skills

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Dressmaking
  • Customer service
  • Financial management
  • Inventory management
  • Marketing strategies
  • Cultural awareness
  • Customer relations
  • Handcraft design
  • Business management
  • Training & Development
  • Multitasking Abilities

Languages

Swahili
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
French
Professional

references

  • Ibrahim Kashuli
  • aabunuas@gmail.com
  • 0426820327

Timeline

Volunteer Trainer

Don Bosco Training Centre
07.2023 - 02.2024

Inspire Hands Creation Enterprises (IHCE)

Self employer
02.2023 - Current

High School Diploma -

Amala Global Secondary

Certificate in Entrepreneurship

Finn Church Aid (FCA)

Certificate in Dressmaking

Rai Training Centre
Esther Ruharara