I am a results-driven Virtual Assistant and Business Development professional with experience in digital marketing, social media management, customer service, and administrative coordination. I excel at managing schedules, coordinating client communication, and supporting growth through strategic marketing and relationship building. I thrive in fast-paced environments and leverage tools like Google Workspace, Canva, Calendy, Asana, and Notion to boost productivity. I am a strong communicator with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, capable of multitasking across projects and teams to deliver measurable outcomes for clients and organizations.

Justin Maenya Makori

I am a results-driven Virtual Assistant and Business Development professional with experience in digital marketing, social media management, customer service, and administrative coordination. I excel at managing schedules, coordinating client communication, and supporting growth through strategic marketing and relationship building. I thrive in fast-paced environments and leverage tools like Google Workspace, Canva, Calendy, Asana, and Notion to boost productivity. I am a strong communicator with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, capable of multitasking across projects and teams to deliver measurable outcomes for clients and organizations.

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I am a results-driven Virtual Assistant and Business Development professional with experience in digital marketing, social media management, customer service, and administrative coordination. I excel at managing schedules, coordinating client communication, and supporting growth through strategic marketing and relationship building. I thrive in fast-paced environments and leverage tools like Google Workspace, Canva, Calendy, Asana, and Notion to boost productivity.

I am a strong communicator with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, capable of multitasking across projects and teams to deliver measurable outcomes for clients and organizations.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate

Language

Swahili
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Business Development Officer at Dentmind Dental Centre
March 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Developed and implemented business growth and client acquisition strategies to expand the clinic's client base. Built partnerships with corporate organizations and local businesses to drive referrals and corporate wellness programs. Managed social media accounts across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter, including content creation, scheduling, and campaign monitoring to boost brand visibility and patient inquiries. Conducted market research and competitor analysis to inform strategic decision-making. Coordinated marketing campaigns, community outreach programs, and dental camps to raise awareness and trust in the brand. Handled email communication, client inquiries, scheduling, and reporting. Supported front-desk operations including billing, insurance coordination, and record management, delivering high-level customer service. Key achievements: contributed to generating over KES 1.6M in revenue within eight months; increased appointment inquiries; established partnerships and re
Social Media Manager at Grafiki Media
July 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Managed and scheduled content across multiple client social media platforms; Executed digital marketing campaigns tailored to target audiences; Monitored analytics and campaign performance to optimize engagement and ROI. Managed online community engagement by responding to inquiries and feedback; Oversaw paid advertising campaigns, audience targeting, and budget allocation. Collaborated with internal teams and clients to maintain consistent brand messaging. Key Achievements: Increased client social media followers by 30% within six months; Contributed to a 30% increase in website traffic and 20% growth in online sales through targeted campaigns; Improved customer engagement and client retention through consistent communication and content optimization; Introduced analytics-based reporting systems that improved campaign tracking and decision-making.
Beauty Services Specialist & Sales Expert at Negla Beauty Parlor
August 1, 2018 - March 1, 2021
Provided beauty services including nail care, facials, makeup, and customer consultations. Sold beauty and lifestyle products while maintaining strong customer relationships. Assisted with merchandising, product displays, and inventory tracking. Participated in marketing and promotional activities to increase customer engagement. Key Achievements: Increased repeat business and customer referrals through high-quality service delivery; Boosted product sales through upselling and cross-selling strategies; Supported promotional campaigns that improved customer traffic and sales performance.
Marketing Representative (Volunteer) at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
May 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Managed inquiries through email and social media platforms. Assisted in executing digital marketing and outreach campaigns. Delivered career talks and promoted university programs to prospective students. Contributed to increased first-year student enrollment through social media engagement. Supported the launch of the DeKUT CSR app to improve communication and departmental operations.
Business Development Officer at Dentmind Dental Centre – Karen, Nairobi, Kenya
March 1, 2024 - October 1, 2024
Developed and implemented business growth and client acquisition strategies; Built partnerships with corporate organizations and local businesses to expand the clinic’s client base; Managed social media accounts across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter; Conducted market research and competitor analysis; Coordinated marketing campaigns and community outreach; Handled email communication, client inquiries, scheduling, and reporting; Supported front-desk operations including billing, insurance coordination, record management, and customer service.
Social Media Manager at Grafiki Media – Nairobi, Kenya
July 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023
Managed and scheduled content across multiple client social media platforms; Executed digital marketing campaigns tailored to target audiences; Monitored analytics and campaign performance to optimize engagement and ROI; Managed online community engagement by responding to inquiries and feedback; Oversaw paid advertising campaigns, audience targeting, and budget allocation; Collaborated with internal teams and clients to maintain consistent brand messaging.
Beauty Services Specialist & Sales Expert at Negla Beauty Parlor – Nairobi, Kenya
August 1, 2018 - March 1, 2021
Provided beauty services including nail care, facials, makeup, and customer consultations; Sold beauty and lifestyle products while maintaining strong customer relationships; Assisted with merchandising, product displays, and inventory tracking; Participated in marketing and promotional activities to increase customer engagement.
Marketing Representative (Volunteer) at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology (DeKUT) – CSR App Initiative
May 1, 2022 - December 1, 2022
Managed inquiries through email and social media platforms; Assisted in executing digital marketing and outreach campaigns; Delivered career talks and promoted university programs to prospective students; Contributed to increased first-year student enrollment through social media engagement; Supported the launch of the DeKUT CSR app to improve communication and departmental operations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
September 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022
BA at Dedan Kimathi University of Technology
September 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022

Qualifications

Certificate - Serving customers in a continuously changing world
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
Certificate - Social Media Marketing: Strategy and Optimization
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
Certificate - Customer Service: Handling Abusive Customers
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
Certificate - Sales Strategies and Approaches in a New World of Selling
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
ALX Africa Course: Virtual Assistant
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
LinkedIn Certification - Serving customers in a continuously changing world
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
LinkedIn Certification - Social Media Marketing: Strategy and Optimization
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
LinkedIn Certification - Customer Service: Handling Abusive Customers
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
LinkedIn Certification - Sales Strategies and Approaches in a New World of Selling
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026
ALX Africa Courses: Virtual Assistant
January 11, 2030 - June 13, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Healthcare, Retail, Education