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Education
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Languages
Affiliations
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Nyako Manjang

Nyako Manjang

Banjul,Latrikunda Sabiji

Summary

Detail-oriented professional with a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy from the University of the Gambia. Offering 6+ years of experience in youth voluntary services and two years in the professional field. I am a Young African leaders initiative fellow(Yali Alumni). Known for being responsible, creative, and eager to learn, with excellent interpersonal skills. Organized and capable of handling tough jobs, I have a strong interest in professional development. I thrive in team environments and can work under high pressure to efficiently solve problems and achieve organizational goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Risk and Audit Officer

Gambia Teachers' Union Cooperative Credit Union (GTUCCU)
07.2022 - Current
  • Developed a template that captures missing receipts of tellers and identifies daily transaction errors
  • Prepared quarterly reports highlighting areas for improvement in operations management
  • Conducted risk assessments and developed risk mitigation actions
  • Collected and recorded all risk management events, generating quarterly risk management reports
  • Ensured integrity and reliability of financial information provided to management and stakeholders
  • Studied and inspected budgets, balance sheets, and other financial records and statements.

Volunteer

Green-Up Gambia
Banjul, Kairaba Avenue
08.2021 - Current
  • Focuses on raising awareness about environmental issues and promoting environmental education
  • Works to educate communities, schools, and individuals about the importance of sustainable practices, conservation, and the protection of natural resources
  • Actively engages in tree planting and reforestation initiatives to combat deforestation, restore degraded ecosystems, and mitigate the impacts of climate change.
  • Compiled reports on volunteer activities and accomplishments.
  • Assisted with data entry projects to update organizational databases.

Teller

Gambia Teachers' Union Cooperative Credit Union (GTUCCU)
Banjul, Kanifing Institutional Area
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Received and processed customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, loan payments for a high volume of members and other banking services
  • Verified customers' identification to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
  • Efficiently processed transactions, ensuring accurate and timely disbursement of funds
  • Reconciled daily transactions with the system and ensured cash accuracy
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding bank products and services.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all customer records and information according to company policies.

Gender and Welfare Minister

University of the Gambia Debate Association (UTGDA)
Banjul, Kanifing Industrial Area
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Addressed issues related to the well-being of association members, ensuring a positive experience for students
  • Fostered positive relationships within the association, promoting a supportive and inclusive environment
  • Coordinated events and activities, ensuring successful implementation and engagement.

Finance Coordinator

University of the Gambia Hult-prize (UTG)
Banjul, Kanifing Industrial Area
10.2020 - 11.2021
  • Prepared budgets for organization events, ensuring effective financial planning and resource allocation
  • Recorded cash inflow and outflow accurately, maintaining up-to-date financial records
  • Successfully secured funds from NGOs and potential donors, contributing to the organization's financial stability.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify discrepancies or trends in spending.

Intern

Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs (MOFEA)
Banjul, Quadrangle, Banjul
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Approved cash allocations issued from the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs
  • Conducted month-end procedures to ensure accurate and clean accounts for financial statement preparation
  • Captured and reconciled GRA returns to ensure compliance
  • Conducted bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.

Marketing Agent

Senegambia Real Estate
Banjul, Latrikunda Sabiji
06.2018 - 05.2019
  • Guided and assisted buyers in purchasing property, providing exceptional customer service and expertise
  • Determined clients' needs and financial ability, proposing suitable solutions to meet their requirements
  • Conducted comparative market analysis to estimate property values and develop effective marketing strategies
  • Collaborated with the marketing team to create promotional materials and advertising campaigns
  • Negotiated contracts and facilitated smooth property transactions.

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Accountancy

University of The Gambia, School of Business And Public Administration
Kanifing Institutional Area
12-2021

West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) - Commerce

Nusrat Senior Secondary School, Commerce
Bundungka Kunda
06-2016

Gambia Basic Education Certificate Examination (GABECE) - Basic Education

Latrikunda Sabiji Upper Basic School
Latrikunda Sabiji
06-2013

Diploma in ICT - Information And Communication Technology

SIMA
Bundungka Kunda
12-2012

Skills

  • Risk Mitigation Strategies
  • Cash handling and reconciliation
  • Customer service and relationship management
  • Data analysis and interpretation
  • Team collaboration and leadership
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skill
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills

Accomplishments

  • YALI Fellow: Young African leaders initiative
  • The Duke of Edinburgh's international Gold award holder: President international award scheme youth initiative final level
  • The Duke of Edinburgh's international Silver award holder: President international award scheme youth initiative second level
  • YALI Pitching Award: young African leaders initiative business idea pitching competition.
  • Green Up Gambia: Rural, urban tree planting initiative and community engagement on Female genital mutilation increasing awareness on health consequences of this harmful practice.
  • Risk Office: fought for salary compensation of 18 staff of the marginalized group.
  • Women and Girls' rights advocate: saved three of my siblings from Female genital mutilation.

Languages

  • English (Native)
  • Mandinka (Mother tongue )
  • Wollof

Affiliations

  • increasing community
    awareness of female
    genital mutilation
    (FGM/C)
  • Raising Awareness on
    traumatizing factors about
    irregular migration for
    women and young girls.
  • compacting Climate
    change (tree planting in
    the rural areas & Urban
    center)

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

Risk and Audit Officer

Gambia Teachers' Union Cooperative Credit Union (GTUCCU)
07.2022 - Current

Teller

Gambia Teachers' Union Cooperative Credit Union (GTUCCU)
02.2022 - 06.2022

Volunteer

Green-Up Gambia
08.2021 - Current

Gender and Welfare Minister

University of the Gambia Debate Association (UTGDA)
11.2020 - 12.2021

Finance Coordinator

University of the Gambia Hult-prize (UTG)
10.2020 - 11.2021

Intern

Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs (MOFEA)
10.2020 - 03.2021

Marketing Agent

Senegambia Real Estate
06.2018 - 05.2019

Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Accountancy

University of The Gambia, School of Business And Public Administration

West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) - Commerce

Nusrat Senior Secondary School, Commerce

Gambia Basic Education Certificate Examination (GABECE) - Basic Education

Latrikunda Sabiji Upper Basic School

Diploma in ICT - Information And Communication Technology

SIMA
Nyako Manjang