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Josephat Odhiambo

Brooklyn

Summary

Dynamic youth volunteer and dedicated student engagement advisor with 7 years of experience enriching the lives of young people through impactful community programs, academic planning, personal development, and career readiness. Adept at fostering inclusive environments through various initiatives that encourage personal growth and teamwork. Passionate about mentoring youth & students, and empowering them to become active, and positive members of their communities.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Student engagement advisor

Swinburne University Online (via OES)
07.2023 - Current
  • Engaged with students to provide guidance, support, and resources related to their academic, and professional development
  • Worked closely with the university communications teams to develop and deliver engagement campaigns and ensure alignment of messages for internal and external audiences
  • Worked with key stakeholders to conceptualise and draft engagement campaigns, including materials for various channels and students
  • Maintained CRM accuracy using Salesforce, ensuring all follow-ups, documentation, and pipeline updates were recorded and actioned in a timely manner.
  • Managed a high-volume pipeline of outbound student campaigns, delivering a wide range of support across multiple intakes.

Participation Officer

Football Australia
05.2022 - 07.2023
  • Increased youth engagement in football programs across Victoria through impactful sessions and activities
  • Evaluated program effectiveness and provided feedback for improvement
  • Planned half-time activities at national matches to enhance community involvement.
  • Collaborated with various schools to facilitate participation events.
  • Assisted in fundraising events to support local youth programs.

Supervisor

Huffer
08.2019 - 03.2022
  • Directed and led employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
  • Organized schedules, workflows and rostering to meet expected business demands.
  • Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
  • Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
  • Managed inventory of goods for sale and ordering of new stock.

After hours youth program

Gap Youth Centre
06.2013 - 11.2015
  • Helped in organising and directing various centre activities, ensuring safe engaging environment for participants
  • Assisted in youth activities such as soccer & music production promoting teamwork and positive engagement
  • Facilitated recreational activities that nurtured creativity and teamwork among diverse youth groups.
  • Engaged in small administrative tasks for youth programs to ensure smooth operations
  • Attended various programs and activities for after-school and school holiday enrichment activities

Education

Bachelor of Innovation and Design -

Swinburne University of Technology
Hawthorn, VIC
06.2020

Skills

  • Policy & compliance adherence
  • Activity implementation
  • Skilled in creating tailored training sessions
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Adobe Suite & Final Cut Pro
  • Ability to work in a team and Independently
  • Experienced in initiatives that enhance youth participation
  • Expertise in planning and executing successful events
  • Strong ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders

Timeline

Student engagement advisor

Swinburne University Online (via OES)
07.2023 - Current

Participation Officer

Football Australia
05.2022 - 07.2023

Supervisor

Huffer
08.2019 - 03.2022

After hours youth program

Gap Youth Centre
06.2013 - 11.2015

Bachelor of Innovation and Design -

Swinburne University of Technology

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