KNILLER AJWANG OUMAH
Project Management Specialist
Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
Experienced and results-oriented Certified project manager with a robust background in telecommunications across diverse regions. A proven track record in leading and delivering high-impact projects, focusing on achieving financial targets and operational excellence. Expertise in strategic planning, project scheduling, and risk management, ensuring projects meet timelines and quality standards. Skilled in developing and implementing technical standards, quality assurance procedures, and SOPs to enhance operational efficiency. Known for strong leadership and mentorship, fostering team collaboration and successful project outcomes. Proficient in maintaining client relationships, managing budgets, and optimizing resource allocation. Committed to driving sustainable growth, improving project profitability, and delivering exceptional service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2030
2030
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Camusat
03.2023 - 08.2024
- Achieved and maintained strong stakeholder relationships by delivering exceptional service and addressing client needs proactively
- Improved project revenue and margins for the first half of 2024 through strategic financial planning and operational enhancement
- Coordinated all project plans and ensured that all critical paths activities were clear, achievable and aligned with project milestones
- Led the project team to successful completion of power, fiber and site construction projects within project timelines, budget and quality through proper team leadership and mentorship
- Determined resource requirements and their availability through proper resource planning throughout the project, optimizing resource allocation and project efficiency
- Carried out risk identification in various projects, created a risk analysis plan to ensure the risks were mitigated to prevent and reduce impact to the project
- Managed change process in the various projects to prevent scope creep and project going over budgets
- Created and implemented comprehensive technical inspection and quality assurance procedures to ensure project deliverables met high standards of quality and performance
- In charge of creating detailed Bill of Quantities (BOQ) and Profit and Loss (P&L) statements for various projects, controlled and monitored spendings against budget to ensure financial discipline and project profitability
- Carried out efficient project reporting to various stakeholders at different levels to maintain trust and ensure information is shared at all times
- Enhanced and effectively maintained good relationships with various departments for successful projects delivery
- Complied with all Health and Safety policy provisions to ensure a safe working environment
- Ensured all projects were fully compliant with local authority and statutory provisions including permit acquisitions and regulatory standards
AG Country Manager / Project Manager
Camusat
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Successfully built a Fiber Optic department in Sierra Leone, including resource recruitment, team training and mentorship, acquisition of suppliers and subcontractors leading to the successful establishment of the Fiber optic Business Line in Camusat Sierra Leone
- Maintained customer relationships and drove business Development for the company
- Managed financial results and company financial performance with various department heads to ensure the company met its financial projections for the year
- Monitored and supported operations in collaborations with project managers to ensure project goals and objectives were successfully met
- Guaranteed safety of people and property including compliance with EHS requirements at all times
- Led the International procurement process for various projects by collaborating and maintaining good relationships with various suppliers
Project Manager
Camusat
11.2017 - 02.2021
- Actively led the tender committee for tender preparation for various projects within the organization
- Trained and coached other managers on using and understanding various project management tools for efficient project planning, monitoring and reporting
- Successfully managed and delivered the National Optic Fiber Backbone (NOFBI 2E) project across various counties in Kenya
- A total of 300+Kms
- Successfully completed the rehabilitation and extension project for ICTA, from Eldoret in Uasin Gishu county to Nadapal in Turkana County
Chief Project Manager
Decko Africa
06.2015 - 09.2017
- Established the project scope and arranged activities in a logical sequence to ensure efficient progress and achievement of project milestones
- Created project plans including project budgets to manage project expenditure and ensure financial control
- Identified potential project risks, developed strategies and implemented mitigation procedures to minimize their impact on the project
- Tracked project performance, assessed progress against milestones and communicated updates to stakeholders
Account Manager / Project Manager
Prime telecoms
02.2014 - 05.2015
- Established project goals, deliverables and timelines, ensuring alignment with client expectations
- Tracked milestones and progress and made adjustments to timelines and resources as needed to ensure the project stayed on schedule
- Conducted quality checks and ensured project deliverables adhered to both clients and industry standards
- Oversaw project spending, ensuring that expenditure remained within project budgets
- Lead project Liaison addressing customer inquiries and facilitating effective communication between parties
- Fostered strong enduring relationships with customers through consistent engagement and high-quality service
Education
Masters in International Business Management -
University of East London
Bachelor of Science - Project Planning And Management
Moi University
05.2015 - 12.2019
Diploma in Telecommunications Engineering - undefined
Multimedia University (KCCT)
Skills
Project Management Tools and Methodologies
Scope management
Quality Assurance
Operations Management
Stakeholders Relationship Management
Project Planning, Monitoring and Control
Project Budgeting and cost control
Business Development
Project Reporting
Project Strategic Planning
Cross-functional communication
Agile methodology
Team Leadership and collaboration
Training and Mentorship
Professional Highlights
- Doubled the annual revenue of Fiber Optics Business line in 2022 and 2023, improved project margins from a fluctuating 14-16% to a consistent 25% monthly, demonstrating significant growth and profitability in the Fiber optics BL.
- Successfully increased the monthly revenue of Power projects in Tanzania and improved project margins from 20% to 26% monthly, reflecting enhanced financial performance and project efficiency.
- Successfully built a Fiber Optic department in Sierra Leone, including resource recruitment, team training and mentorship, acquisition of suppliers and subcontractors leading to the successful establishment of the Fiber optic Business Line in Camusat Sierra Leone.
- Formulated a project reporting template that streamlined reporting for high-level stakeholders and facilitated coordination among project managers to track dependencies and control project issues effectively.
- Created and enforced a quality policy to ensure project adhered to High quality standards and best practice.
- Developed a Fiber Optic SOP to standardize operational procedures in the fiber department, improving consistency and efficiency.
- Led the development team to the creation of a Successful application software through effective scrum process management from Sprint planning to Final Sprint Retrospective.
Certification
Project Management Professional PMP
References
· Macharia Kinga |Regional Operations Director
Pavicon KE |+254 725 504 838
· Vuyof Ngwo | Country Managing Director
Netis Ethiopia | +232 745 45473
· Dionne Oguna | Project Manager
PSI |+254 716 147 788
Timeline
Project Management Professional PMP
08-2024
Senior Project Manager
Camusat
03.2023 - 08.2024
AG Country Manager / Project Manager
Camusat
03.2021 - 02.2023
Project Manager
Camusat
11.2017 - 02.2021
Chief Project Manager
Decko Africa
06.2015 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Project Planning And Management
Moi University
05.2015 - 12.2019
Account Manager / Project Manager
Prime telecoms
02.2014 - 05.2015
Diploma in Telecommunications Engineering - undefined
Multimedia University (KCCT)
Masters in International Business Management -
University of East London
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