1. Sarah Mumbua,
Daystar University,
P.O. Box 44400-00100,
Athi River
13th June 2016
Dear Sir/Madam,
RE: APPLICATION FOR A JOB
My name is Sarah Mumbua, a fourth year student in Daystar University pursuing a
Bachelor’s degree in Communication-Electronic Media and Music as my minor course. I
am looking forward to graduate on the 25th of this month.
I am writing to inquire if there are any vacancies in your company as I would like to be a
part of your team. I am eager to apply the skills that I have learnt in school. I am also
looking forward to working with others and learning a lot from the whole experience. At
your convenience, I am open to discuss any possible vacancy with you.
I am looking forward to hearing from you regarding this matter.
Yours Faithfully,
Sarah Mumbua
2. CURRICULUM VITAE
SARAH MUMBUA
Phone No : 0705581110
E-mail: sarahmumbz@gmail.com
PERSONAL INFORMATION
FIRST NAME: SARAH
SURNAME: KIMEU
MIDDLE NAME: MUMBUA
GENDER: FEMALE
NATIONALITY: KENYAN
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND.
CAMPUS STUDIES
2012 to date
Daystar University
Major: Communication
Communication concentration: Electronic Media
Minor: Music
HIGH SCHOOL STUDIES
2010-2011
Lukenya Girls’ High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education: B
2008-2010
Ngara Girls’ High School
3. PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDIES
2005-2007
New Light Junior Academy
Kenya certificate of Primary Education: 387/500
2000-2004
Buruburu 1 Primary School
TRAINING
2012
Studied at Global Institute of Business Studies to acquire computer skills-packages.
WORKING EXPERIENCE
Worked at the school radio station-Shine FM as a news anchor and Show
presenter. (2013-2014)
Worked at Trans World Radio Kenya as a show producer and presenter.
AREAS OF STRENGTH/SKILLS
Good written communication skills.
Good interpersonal communication skills and a good public speaker.
Ability to work under minimum supervision.
A good team player and works well with others in different capacities.
Sociable personality and relates well with other people.
Good leadership qualities and also works well under authority.
Self-driven, passionate and determined.
Teachable spirit and willing to learn every time.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Served as the school Head Girl in Lukenya Girls’ High school (2010-2011)
Served as the Drama club Chairperson Lukenya Girls’ High school.
4. Served as the Music club Chairperson in Lukenya Girls’ High School. (2010)
Served as a leader in Sing Africa Ministry under the Daystar Christian
Fellowship.(2013-2015)
ACHIEVEMENTS
Awarded a certificate of being the ‘Tidiest’ in Primary school-Standard 5
Awarded a Certificate in student leadership in Lukenya Girls’ High School.
(2011)
Certificate of service as Sing Africa Vice-Chairperson (2013-2014)
Certificate of service as Sing Africa Chairperson (2014-2015)
Certificate of service working as a News Presenter and show host at Shine FM.
(2013-2014)
Dean’s list certificate Award (2014) and (2015) for exemplary academic
performance.
CAREER OBJECTIVES
To share important lifestyle issues with other people through any platform given;
whether media-related or not.
To present credible, correct and quality information to the society.
To improve my skills in presenting information to the public and thus enhance
creativity.
To work whole-heartedly and be passionate in any job given.
LANGUAGES
English and Kiswahili
INTERESTS/HOBBIES.
Watching movies and documentaries
Listening to music
Browsing
Reading
5. REFEREES
1. MR. HESBON OWILLA
Communication Lecturer in Daystar University
0721849259
2. REV. MUTINDA MUSYIMI
University Chaplain and lecturer
0724078099
3. MS. LINAH KITALA
Trans World Radio
0731447821
