Ouattara Douyeri Bessaleli

Ouattara Douyeri Bessaleli has a diverse range of work experience in various industries and positions. Ouattara started their career in 2019 as a Sales Representative and Customer Acquisition Intern at MEDx CARE, where they developed a marketing strategy and assisted clients and prospects. In 2019, they also worked as a Digital Marketing Intern at Imalk Concept, where they created social media content and increased sales and customers.

In 2021, Bessaleli joined the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) as part of the Communication & Sales Task Force for the Commonwealth Business Forum 2021. Ouattara was responsible for managing communication channels, promoting packages for exhibitors and partners, and addressing information to delegates, partners, and exhibitors.

Ouattara also worked at IDYR in 2021 as a Market Research and Marketing Intern, conducting market research for business expansion and creating marketing content. That same year, Bessaleli served as a Social Media Manager at l'Abidjanaise Restaurant Kigali, where they increased brand awareness and positioned the restaurant as the top destination for francophone West African cuisine in Kigali.

In 2021, Bessaleli joined Sparkfire Marketing UK as a Digital Marketing Intern, where they provided strategic branding and brand consultancy, as well as content creation and graphic design for clients. Ouattara also worked as a Marketing Executive at Sparkfire Marketing UK, collaborating with the marketing team in developing and implementing marketing plans and strategies.

In 2021, Bessaleli served as the Chief Executive Officer at 357 Corporation. Ouattara also worked as a Digital Marketing Specialist at Classic Optic from 2021 to 2023, where they guided and positioned the brand as the top optical provider in Rwanda, implemented successful digital marketing strategies, and increased sales and brand awareness.

Bessaleli joined The Room in 2022, first as a Project Management Intern, overseeing a digital learning program for 100 participants in Cote d'Ivoire. Ouattara then became a Program and Operations Fellow, involved in the program and operations of the organization.

Currently, Bessaleli is working at Seedstars as an Operations and M&E Analyst, where they are responsible for analyzing operations and providing monitoring and evaluation support.

Overall, Bessaleli has gained experience in digital marketing, sales, project management, communication, market research, and operations analysis throughout their diverse work history.

Ouattara Douyeri Bessaleli started their education at LYCEE SCIENTIFIQUE DE YAMOUSSOUKRO from 2014 to 2017, where they obtained a Baccalaureat serie Scientifique with a focus on Maths, Chemistry, Physics, French, English, and Spanish. From 2017 to 2020, they attended The African Leadership University and earned a Bachelor's degree in International Business and Trade.

In addition to their formal education, Ouattara has also obtained various certifications. In 2020, they completed the Project Management Specialization on Coursera, which included courses on initiating and planning projects, managing project risks and changes, marketing in a digital world, and Excel skills for business essentials. Ouattara also achieved certifications in inbound marketing, social media marketing, and Hubspot Sales Software through HubSpot Academy.

In 2021, Ouattara obtained the Marketing de contenu: Le calendrier éditorial certification from LinkedIn. In 2022, they obtained the Agile Project Management with Jira Cloud: 1 Projects, Boards, and Issues certification and the Job Interview Tips for Marketing Managers certification, both from LinkedIn.

More recently, in 2023, Ouattara acquired the Scrum: Advanced certification from LinkedIn and the McKinsey Forward Program certification from McKinsey & Company.