Christine J.W Mwangi, CFA
Sustainable Finance Professional
Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
Insightful Manager who upholds a high level of integrity as a CFA Charterholder. Has experience in directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Claims a history of success in delivering projects within expected timelines and budgetary requirements while engaging private and public sector stakeholders to promote climate resilient initiatives (e.g. Blended finance). Proficient in best practices, market trends, assessing and developing climate resilient, sustainable financial and business model solutions for micro, small and medium enterprises in the agricultural, waste management, water management, renewable energy and commercial forestry thematic areas. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Manager, Enterprise Development
KCIC Consulting Limited
Nairobi, Kenya
11.2019 - Current
- Designed and implemented projects enhancing market and stakeholder linkages, access to finance and business advisory support. Accomplished multiple tasks within established time frames and budgets, while monitoring and evaluating project milestones to identify project status and rectify areas of improvement.
- Reviewed performance data to monitor and measure productivity, goal progress and activity levels.
- Managed mentorship programme supporting 909 MSMEs (60 with innovative climate smart solutions and 849 promoting climate adaptation through adoption of sustainable agricultural practices). This included supporting blended finance initiatives with local partners.
- Manage stakeholder relationships within ecosystem which include financial institutions, donors, government representatives and lobby groups.
- Directed staff of 4 personnel and over 60 consultants while managing projects valued at $1.1million.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics. Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
- Prepared and recommended long-range plans for development of department personnel.
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
- Recruited, trained and mentored junior financial and support staff to generate ideas, share knowledge and commit to projects' success.
Senior Business Analyst
Kenya Climate Innovation Center
Nairobi, Kenya
07.2019 - 10.2021
- Nurtured 16 early - stage enterprises through review of business models and structure development.
- Supported businesses in facilitating access to concessionary/commercial financing (grants and debt of USD 300,000).
- Facilitated implementation of sustainable business plans, and interacting with in-house M&E team to ensure expected results are achieved, measured and evaluated.
- Developed personal networks in regional finance and investment community, as well with advisors and technology experts to aid in supporting early – stage companies access finance.
- Developed investment memorandums and pitch decks for various businesses which were able to obtain funding.
- Analyzed and evaluated requirements to ensure alignment to client's strategy and prevailing economic and technological advances through conducting client baseline/assessments.
Business and Financial Consultant
Tai Base Capital Limited
Nairobi, Kenya
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Advised Agri–businesses on financial planning, value adding strategies and marketing channels.
- Developed financial models and analysis for various sectors (Agriculture, Manufacturing, Renewable energy, Real estate, Hospitality) for fund raising of USD 1,000,000.
- Reviewed and analyses historical financial statements to assess completeness and accuracy.
- Conducted financial and strategic due diligence to develop dynamic strategic plans.
- Set up and reviews business internal controls to identify existing gaps and process improvement.
Financial Analyst
Vista Capital Limited
Nairobi, Kenya
08.2013 - 06.2017
- Supported secretariat activities at Fund Managers Association which involved managing regulators and stakeholder relationships to lobby for members' concerns.
- Undertook due diligence activities for clients engaging in corporate actions, while managing compliance functions at PineBridge Investments East Africa (now Sanlam Investments East Africa) and successfully reported 0% compliance failures.
Education
Master of Science - Finance
12.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
Skills
Project Design and Implementation
undefinedCertification
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA Institute). Equivalent to a Master's Degree in Finance (The QCF can be viewed at http://www.qcda.gov.uk/8150.aspx)
Webinars Moderated or Facilitated
June 2021 – Moderated the Client Showcase and bank panelists Sessions during “The Banking Industry Led Blended Finance”. (Banking Industry Led Blended Finance & Client Showcase - YouTube)
September 2021 – Moderated info Session on the “Youth Adapt Challenge” hosting Global Center on Adaptation and African Development Bank (African Youth Adaptation Solutions Challenge (YouthADAPT) Information Session - YouTube)
September 2021 – Facilitated Session on “Effective Evaluation and Selection Strategies for Green Portfolios”. (ICIFA | The Institute of Certified Investment and Financial Analysts)
November 2021 – Moderated Panel Session on “Green finance: A blended finance approach” at The Kenya 4c Sustainability Conference (A COP 26 side event) (Annex 1: Tentative Conference Programme – KCIC (kcicgroup.org)
Work Samples
- Banking Industry Led Blended Finance & Client Show Case: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T06iEXBwM_4
- The Landscape of Climate Finance in Kenya: https://www.climatepolicyinitiative.org/publication/the-landscape-of-climate-finance-in-kenya/
- Businesses In East Africa Set To Benefit From New Programme: https://www.kcicgroup.org/2020/02/21/innovation-in-design/
- Programme for Small and Medium Enteprises: https://www.ctc-n.org/SMEclinics
- Role of MSMEs in Sustainable Development: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6820250449065582592/
Work Availability
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Timeline
Carbon Footprint Analysis (Terra Firma)
04-2021
Sustainability and Climate Risk (Global Association of Risk Professionals)
10-2020
Voluntary Sustainability Standards (International Trade Centre)
06-2020
Jomo Kenyatta University of Science And Technology - Master of Science, Finance
12.2019 - Current
Manager, Enterprise Development - KCIC Consulting Limited
11.2019 - Current
Senior Business Analyst - Kenya Climate Innovation Center
07.2019 - 10.2021
Renewable Energy Expert (European Energy Centre)
03-2019
Business and Financial Consultant - Tai Base Capital Limited
07.2017 - 06.2019
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA Institute). Equivalent to a Master's Degree in Finance (The QCF can be viewed at http://www.qcda.gov.uk/8150.aspx)
09-2016
Financial Analyst - Vista Capital Limited
08.2013 - 06.2017
University of Nairobi - Bachelor of Arts, Economics
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