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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
Leadership Roles
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Haruna Zinentah

Haruna Zinentah

Business Development And Training SpecialSpecialist
Accra

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Hardworking Training Consultant and Business Development Specialist. Assesses training requirements and delivers exceptional results through improved programs and resources. Strategic leader, problem-solver and forward-thinking professional successful at managing programs for 15+ personnel.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Training Consultant

Ghana Enterprise Agency (GEA)/SHEHUB
Sissala West (Upper West Region), Tatale, Zabzugu (Northern Region)
05.2023 - Current
  • Improved participants performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
  • Consulted with SHEHUB to assess needs and plan improvements.
  • Facilitated high-quality training program delivery to selected applicants of the YouStart Programme.
  • Scheduled and coordinated training sessions with District Coordinator for the Business Advisory Center (BAC)
  • Created and maintained detailed training records and reports for management review.

Chief Executive Officer

Star Brand Consult
Wa
08.2018 - Current
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.

Training Consultant

GIZ/AFC/CDC
Wa, Upper West Region
11.2021 - 09.2023
  • Produced learning manuals, presentations and resources for enhanced learning.
  • Evaluated applications and selected one from each district in the Upper West Region and from Gonja North, Mamprugu-Moagdoari in the Savanna Region based on a selection critiria set by GIZ
  • Improved participants performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
  • Evaluated progress of Youth in Agribusiness Program (YiAP) training and coaching program and recommended improvements to management to enhance effectiveness.
  • Facilitated high-quality training program delivery to eleven (11) selected Youth in Agribusiness.
  • Created and maintained detailed training records and reports for management review.
  • Established and managed a team of Agribusiness Coaches to coach and mentor youth in Agribusiness

Administration and Finance Manager

SOCIAL ENTERPRENEURS INTERNATIONAL-GHANA (NGO)
Wa
11.2016 - 02.2018


· In charge of compiling all progress reports on timely bases

· In Charge of reviewing all weekly and Monthly financial report with the Director or his representative and make sure that all the financial support documents are correct and attached to the weekly and monthly report

· In charge of drafting policies related to human resources, finance and logistics

· In charge of internal communication under the instruction of the Director

· Helping in New Business Development and public relations

Marketing Agent

Accra Institute Of Technology (Private University)
Accra
12.2015 - 12.2016

·Doing power point presentation to corporate organizations, Schools and other organizations.

·Increased website traffic by an average of 7% each month using cutting-edge inbound marketing techniques.

·Directed a successful search engine marketing campaign that utilized solid linking, technical and keyword research tactics.

Fidelity Bank Sales Ambassador FSA

Fidelity Bank Ghana Ltd (Financial Inclusion Department)
Accra
04.2015 - 05.2016

· Exclusively sales of Fidelity Bank Smart Account to its target market using specific and developed marketing strategies and sales policies which help in promoting the awareness of the product and developing efficient sales.

· My sales are bond to meeting monthly targets thus, 55 accounts per month.

Mobilizing cash for the bank, (meeting a monthly target of GHc 50,000) and customer relationship manager on the field thus solving/answering all customers\' queries.

Founder/Executive Director

Action On Women And Youth Empowerment Ghana (AWYE Ghana)
Wa
04.2012 - 10.2014

· Participate with the Board of Directors in developing a vision and strategic plan to guide the organization

· Identify, assess, and inform the Board of Directors of internal and external issues that affect the organization

· Act as a professional advisor to the Board of Director on all aspects of the organization\'s activities

· Foster effective team work between the Board and the Executive Director and between the Executive Director and staff

· In addition to the Chair of the Board, act as a spokesperson for the organization

Data Entry Officer

National Health Insurance Scheme Nadowli District Office
Nadowli District
05.2013 - 08.2013
  • Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy.
  • Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
  • Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
  • Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources Management

University For Development Studies
Tamale
09.2019 - 09.2023

No Degree - HND - ICT

Wa Polytechnic (DrHilla Limann Technical Uni.)
Wa

Diploma - Air Ticketing And Reservation

Negasty College of Aviation
Accra
12.2008 - 09.2010

WASSCE Certificate - General Science

Wa Senior High School
Wa
09.2004 - 06.2007

Skills

Employee training

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Certification

Management Strategies for People and Resources- Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI Network)

Interests

Voluntary Service

Writing article and quotes

Research

Traveling

Reading

Mentoring

Leadership Roles

  

President – Upper West Regional Youth Federation December, 2012 till date

Regional Coordinator – Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs (Upper West Region) Oct., 2021 till date

Vice President – Upper West Regional Youth Federation 2017 till date

Timeline

Training Consultant

Ghana Enterprise Agency (GEA)/SHEHUB
05.2023 - Current

Training Consultant

GIZ/AFC/CDC
11.2021 - 09.2023

Introduction to Corporate Finance – Corporate Finance Institute

06-2021

Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources Management

University For Development Studies
09.2019 - 09.2023

Chief Executive Officer

Star Brand Consult
08.2018 - Current

Responsible Leadership on Transparency and Good Governance Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI Network)

05-2017

Understanding Human Rights Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI Network)

12-2016

Administration and Finance Manager

SOCIAL ENTERPRENEURS INTERNATIONAL-GHANA (NGO)
11.2016 - 02.2018

Management Strategies for People and Resources- Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI Network)

11-2016

Marketing Agent

Accra Institute Of Technology (Private University)
12.2015 - 12.2016

Fidelity Bank Sales Ambassador FSA

Fidelity Bank Ghana Ltd (Financial Inclusion Department)
04.2015 - 05.2016

Data Entry Officer

National Health Insurance Scheme Nadowli District Office
05.2013 - 08.2013

Founder/Executive Director

Action On Women And Youth Empowerment Ghana (AWYE Ghana)
04.2012 - 10.2014

Diploma - Air Ticketing And Reservation

Negasty College of Aviation
12.2008 - 09.2010

WASSCE Certificate - General Science

Wa Senior High School
09.2004 - 06.2007

No Degree - HND - ICT

Wa Polytechnic (DrHilla Limann Technical Uni.)
Haruna ZinentahBusiness Development And Training SpecialSpecialist