Volunteering at Sports Programs, Following Global Sports Leagues & Trends, Health & Sports Science, Sports Business & Sponsorship Trends
Karl Maina Murugu
Box HIll,VIC
Summary
I am a dynamic and results-driven individual passionate about sports management, youth development, and business strategy. With hands-on experience in coaching, event coordination, and business analysis, I have honed my ability to lead, motivate, and create impactful programs. Through my internships with organisations like SwimAfrica, Diamond Football Club, and Twende Sports, I have developed a deep understanding of talent development, strategic investment in sports, and the role of mentorship in shaping young athletes. My background in finance and economics, coupled with my love for football, has reinforced my analytical skills and strategic thinking. Whether working with young athletes, researching business resilience, or contributing to community initiatives, I am committed to driving positive change through sports and business innovation."
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern- U15 Football Coach
Diamond FC
02.2025 - 02.2025
- Designed and implemented training sessions to develop players' technical and tactical skills.
- Provided mentorship and motivation to enhance team morale and individual player growth.
- Analyzed game performances and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Organized match strategies and formations to optimize team performance.
- Fostered teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship among players.
- Coordinated with parents and club management regarding player development and schedules.
- Managed team logistics, including training schedules, match preparations, and equipment
Intern - Personal Training & Motivational Speaker
SwimAfrica
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted in organizing and facilitating training sessions for young athletes
- Provided one-on-one coaching and group training sessions, focusing on strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, and flexibility.
- Maintained a safe and clean workout environment, ensuring equipment was properly used and stored.
- Delivered motivational talks to inspire and guide children pursuing sports careers.
- Engage with children and parents to provide encouragement and performance feedback.
- Helped coordinate sports workshops and events to promote youth development.
- Managed administrative tasks, including scheduling sessions and tracking progress.
Retail Associate
Albert Heijn
03.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided excellent customer service, assisting shoppers with inquiries, product locations, and checkout procedures.
- Operated cash registers and self-checkout systems, efficiently handling cash, card, and contactless transactions.
- Stocked and replenished shelves, ensuring products were displayed neatly and in accordance with store guidelines.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported shortages or restocking needs to management.
- Assisted in receiving and unpacking deliveries, ensuring accurate stocking of fresh produce, dairy, and grocery items.
Intern - Operations Coordinator
Chaha Ranch - Leisure and Conferencing Company
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed daily operations of quad bikes, go-karts, aquatic park, and accommodation.
- Ensured safety compliance and conducted equipment checks.
- Handled guest bookings, inquiries, and on-site support.
- Organized and facilitated team-building activities for corporate groups.
- Customized event packages to meet client needs.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment and attractions.
- Ensured cleanliness and upkeep of accommodation and activity areas.
- Promoted activities through social media and client outreach.
- Collected and analyzed customer feedback for service improvements.
- Enforced safety protocols and trained guests on equipment use.
- Processed bookings, payments, and maintained guest records.
Casual Sales Assistant
Nairobi Sports House
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Provided expert guidance on activewear selection, ensuring customers found the best fit and performance gear for their needs
- Assisted customers in both men’s and women’s sections offering personalised recommendations based on product features and customer preferences
- Operated tills and registers efficiently, processing cash and card transactions with accuracy and attention to detail
- Managed inventory and stock levels, ensuring products were well-organized, folded, and replenished as needed.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards, ensuring a clean, appealing, and organized shopping environment.
Africa Business Resilience Intern
PwC
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Supported the Africa Business Resilience Director in analyzing macroeconomic drivers of insecurity and their impact on business operations.
- Conducted research on operational risks related to elections across 16 sub-Saharan African countries.
- Assisted in developing proactive mitigation measures to ensure business continuity.
- Contributed to a diverse team by providing insights into risk assessment and management.
- Applied strong research skills and diligence in executing assigned tasks.
- Provided valuable contextual analysis to enhance strategic decision-making.
Education
Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) -
Deakin University
Burwood, VIC01-2027
Foundation Year - Undergraduate Foundation Program -
Foundation Year -
Amsterdam, NL01-2024
High School Diploma -
Rosslyn Academy
Naironi, KE01-2023
Skills
- Adaptable to new environments
- Teamwork
- Multilingual
- Strong work ethic
- Public relations
- Time management
- Compassionate and caring
- Self-motivation
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
Accomplishments
- 2023 Economics Award
- 2022 Conceptual Physics Award
- 2021 Member of the Rosslyn Academy Varsity Football Team
- 2019 Member of the Kenya U15 National Football Team CECAFA Cup in Eritrea
Interests
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Professional Working
Swahili
Limited Working
Timeline
Intern- U15 Football Coach
Diamond FC
02.2025 - 02.2025
Intern - Personal Training & Motivational Speaker
SwimAfrica
11.2024 - 01.2025
Retail Associate
Albert Heijn
03.2024 - 06.2024
Intern - Operations Coordinator
Chaha Ranch - Leisure and Conferencing Company
05.2023 - 08.2023
Casual Sales Assistant
Nairobi Sports House
01.2023 - 07.2023
Africa Business Resilience Intern
PwC
06.2021 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Business (Sport Management) -
Deakin University
Foundation Year - Undergraduate Foundation Program -
Foundation Year -
High School Diploma -
Rosslyn Academy
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