ELIZABETH WAO
Espoo,18
Summary
Senior Program Counselor with over 7 years of expertise in international education, student placement, and immigration processes. Proven ability to design and implement effective programs, provide strategic guidance to students and universities, and facilitate global academic mobility. Adept at coordinating with diverse stakeholders to create seamless pathways for students seeking international education opportunities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Immigration Assistant
Smartmind Education Consultant
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted students and professionals in preparing and submitting visa applications for international travel
- Provided expert guidance on visa requirements, documentation, and application processes for various countries
- Liaised with embassies and immigration offices to track application progress and address any issues
- Organized informational sessions to educate clients on immigration policies and compliance guidelines
- Ensured all applications adhered to legal standards and maintained accurate records of client interactions
Senior Program Counselor
Uniserv Education Limited
01.2016 - 02.2021
- Collaborate with universities abroad to design and execute student recruitment programs
- Counsel students on academic programs, career pathways, and visa requirements for international education
- Develop and implement individualized academic plans, ensuring alignment with university admission criteria
- Conduct workshops, seminars, and webinars to educate students and parents about international education opportunities
- Monitor student progress, resolve placement challenges, and provide follow-up support for successful university integration
- Maintain partnerships with international universities to expand placement opportunities
Data Entry Intern
International Centre for Reproductive Health (ICRHK)
06.2014 - 03.2015
- Managed accurate entry and validation of research data in compliance with organizational protocols
- Collaborated with research teams to ensure the reliability of collected data
- Prepared detailed data analysis reports to support research findings
Social Work Volunteer
Kenya Red Cross, Kwale Branch
05.2012 - 08.2012
- Conducted field research to address socio-economic challenges in the Kinango region
- Engaged directly with affected communities to identify health and nutritional issues
- Proposed sustainable solutions to mitigate challenges such as malnutrition and jigger infections
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Sociology
Kenyatta University
04.2014
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Asumbi Girls High School
11.2008
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational abilities
- In-depth knowledge of immigration policies and visa processes
- Adaptable and resourceful
- Analytical thinker
- Team-oriented
- Visa applications
- Office administration
- Legal research
- Document preparation
- Compliance
References
- Ms. Sophia Khalid, Senior Career Counselor, Uniserv Education Ltd, (+254) 719 701 064, sophia.k@smartmind.co.ke
- Ms. Teresa Wangari, Career Counselor, Uniserv Education Ltd, (+254) 719 701 064, teresiawangui51@yahoo.com
- Mr. Jashon Owano, Finance and Admin Lead, CapaBuil Limited, Nairobi, Kenya, (+254) 714 297 809, jashon.owanoh@capabuil.com
Keyskillsandattributes
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for student, immigration, and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong organizational abilities with a focus on meeting deadlines and achieving program goals.
- In-depth knowledge of immigration policies and visa processes.
- Adaptable and resourceful in diverse working environments.
- Analytical thinker with a logical approach to problem-solving.
- Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset.
Timeline
Immigration Assistant
Smartmind Education Consultant
03.2021 - Current
Senior Program Counselor
Uniserv Education Limited
01.2016 - 02.2021
Data Entry Intern
International Centre for Reproductive Health (ICRHK)
06.2014 - 03.2015
Social Work Volunteer
Kenya Red Cross, Kwale Branch
05.2012 - 08.2012
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Asumbi Girls High School
Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Sociology
Kenyatta University
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