JOSEPHAT SIROR

Assistant Coach | International Business & Communications Professional
Jyväskylä, FI.

About

Highly adaptable and results-driven professional with extensive experience in international business, strategic communications, and sports management, now targeting an Assistant Coach role. Leverages a strong foundation in performance analysis, tactical development, and player mentoring, complemented by proven abilities in market research, logistics optimization, and cross-cultural communication to drive team success and organizational efficiency. Recognized for leadership in cultivating talent and achieving strategic objectives within diverse international environments.

Work

Lindström Oy
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Worker (Machine Operator)

Jyväskylä, Central Finland, Finland

Summary

Operated industrial machinery and managed logistics for garment distribution, ensuring efficient processing and delivery to healthcare and childcare facilities.

Highlights

Managed dispatch operations utilizing specialized computer programs, ensuring timely and accurate distribution of garments.

Diagnosed and resolved operational hitches in batch transfer dryers, minimizing downtime and maintaining production efficiency.

Oversaw the sorting and handling of diverse garments, facilitating organized distribution to multiple hospitals and day-care schools.

Holstin Dynamo FC
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Manager & Assistant Coach

Jyväskylä, Central Finland, Finland

Summary

Managed and coached various sports teams across Finland and Kenya, providing tactical input, player mentoring, and strategic planning to enhance team performance and talent development.

Highlights

Led comprehensive season planning and implemented team activities, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering a cohesive team environment.

Monitored and evaluated team and individual player performance, providing constructive feedback to drive continuous improvement and skill development.

Contributed significantly to talent identification and management, leading to the selection of youth players for the national team.

Provided critical tactical and technical input, directly supporting the Head Coach's vision and contributing to the overall development of team capabilities.

Dumulix Oy and Wilson Kirwa Oy
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International Business Consultant & Logistics Coordinator

Jyväskylä, Central Finland, Finland

Summary

Managed international trade operations, including direct purchasing, market analysis, and end-to-end logistics coordination for farm and building equipment across Europe and Africa.

Highlights

Processed nearly 100 consignments within the first two years of operations, successfully exporting goods to diverse international markets.

Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis using Google Analytics and other tools to inform purchasing strategies for farm machinery.

Coordinated inland logistics and prepared all necessary documentation, ensuring compliance with tax authorities like Tulli of Finland and Kenya Ports Authority (KPA).

Executed targeted customer marketing campaigns across Facebook, LinkedIn, email, and WhatsApp, expanding market reach and client engagement.

Acquired and applied advanced Ecotherm operational skills, optimizing shipping processes and documentation for international consignments.

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)-Wiolab Project
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Environmental Issues Consultant

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Summary

Consulted on environmental issues for the UNEP-Wiolab Project, contributing expertise to critical environmental initiatives.

Highlights

Provided expert consultation on environmental issues for the UNEP-Wiolab Project, supporting key initiatives and policy development.

Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)
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Videographer/Editor & Assistant Public Information Officer (JICA-ESACIPAC project)

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Summary

Managed multimedia content, public information, and financial reporting for the JICA-ESACIPAC project at KEMRI.

Highlights

Maintained and expanded a customer pool of contacts, enhancing stakeholder engagement and outreach for the project.

Produced accurate financial returns, ensuring transparency and accountability in project expenditures.

Supervised website content, multimedia assets, and outreach projects, optimizing public information dissemination.

Daily Nation, People Daily Newspaper, Kenya Times, Standard Newspapers
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Reporter & Correspondent

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Summary

Reported and published articles on a wide array of social, economic, and political topics for national newspapers, including investigative journalism.

Highlights

Reported and corresponded on diverse topical issues, including social, economic, political, labor, crime, environment, and corruption, for major national newspapers.

Authored and published numerous articles, contributing to public discourse and informing readers on critical societal matters.

International Federation of Red Crescent (IFRC)
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Humanitarian Consultant

Djibouti, Djibouti, Djibouti

Summary

Consulted on humanitarian issues across the Horn of Africa, developing critical reports that supported global humanitarian appeals at the United Nations.

Highlights

Developed crucial reports on humanitarian issues in Horn of African countries, directly contributing to the launch of global humanitarian appeals at the United Nations level.

Coordinated with international stakeholders, serving as a key liaison for humanitarian initiatives across a multi-country region.

United Nations (UN)
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Television Producer & Creative Consultant

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Summary

Produced and consulted on television programs for global environmental awareness and cultural initiatives, ensuring content was broadcast nationally and internationally.

Highlights

Produced 'World Environment Day' and 'World Day to Combat Desertification' annual events, broadcast to UN headquarters and raising global awareness.

Served as a Television Creative Consultant for 'Kikwetu', a university cultural film, ensuring its successful broadcast on national channels.

Communication consultant
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Communication Consultant

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Summary

Provided communication consultancy services, leveraging expertise in public relations and journalism.

Highlights

Delivered professional communication consultancy, applying principles of public relations and journalism to diverse projects.

Abstract Media
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Special Visual Projects Coordinator

Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Summary

Coordinated special visual projects and produced current affairs content for TV broadcasts, focusing on social-cultural and economic developments.

Highlights

Coordinated diverse special visual projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client objectives.

Produced current affairs content for TV broadcasts, covering social-cultural and economic developments to inform public audiences.

Education

Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences (JAMK)
Jyväskylä, Central Finland, Finland

Bachelor's Degree

International Business

Moi University
Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, Kenya

BSc.

Communication & Journalism

Writers' Bureau – United Kingdom Journalism Institute
Manchester, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Training

Journalism

International DIPLOMA in Public Relations and Journalism
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Diploma

Public Relations and Journalism

Shangtao College
Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

Training

Multimedia

Languages

English
Swahili
Finnish
German

Skills

Communication & Customer Service

Customer Needs Assessment, Constructive Feedback, Client Relationship Management, Cross-cultural Communication.

Research & Data Analysis

Market Research, Google Analytics, Longomatch, Mycoach, Nvivo, Report Writing, Data Editing, Data Mining, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Performance Analysis.

Leadership & Teamwork

Team Leadership, Team Collaboration, Mentoring, Performance Monitoring, Talent Management, Coaching.

Marketing & Negotiation

Multichannel Marketing, Social Media Marketing (Facebook, LinkedIn), Email Marketing, Negotiation Strategies, Brand Visibility.

Logistics & International Trade

Export Management, Supply Chain Coordination, Inland Logistics, Freight Services, Customs Documentation, Ecoterm Operations, International Shipping.

Media & Content Production

Television Production, Videography, Video Editing, Creative Consulting, Content Creation, Journalism, Reportage, Copy Editing, Graphics Design, Website Supervision, Multimedia Projects.

Project Management

Strategic Planning, Project Coordination, Implementation, Monitoring & Evaluation.

First Aid

Emergency Response, Medical Assistance.

Interests

Socializing
Traveling
Reading
Sporting Activities

Projects

Export of Farm Equipment to Ukraine

Summary

Managed the export of farm equipment, overseeing logistics and documentation for shipments to Ukraine.

Export and Distribution of Farm and Building Equipment to Kenya

Summary

Coordinated the export and distribution of farm and building equipment to Kenya, managing all logistical and customs processes.

Marketing Research for Jamk Education and Gradia Electric Trucks

Summary

Conducted comprehensive marketing research for educational institutions and electric truck manufacturers.

Sourcing and Purchase of Strategic Fire Equipment to Cameroon

Summary

Managed the sourcing and purchasing of strategic fire equipment, including logistics for delivery to Cameroon.

Logistics and Overall Coordination of Material Delivery in Czech Republic

Summary

Oversaw logistics and coordinated material delivery for various projects within the Czech Republic.