Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Dancing, singing and travelling
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Dinah Marete

Ag. Director Budget
Meru

Summary

Dynamic financial leader with extensive experience at Meru County Government, excelling in budget control and strategic planning. Proven track record in enhancing project efficiency and fostering high-performing teams through effective people management. Adept at problem-solving and implementing innovative financial solutions to drive organizational success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Ag. Director Budget

Meru County Government
09.2023 - Current
  • Consolidating departments budgets for the recurrent and development votes
  • Preparing quarterly expenditure forecast as a basis for discussions with the Treasury for release of funds
  • Initiating proposals seeking funds for additional expenditures and reallocation of voted funds during the year
  • monitoring expenditure on projects and programme implementation on a periodic basis and ensuring that timely corrective measures are taken
  • co-ordinating the design and financial aspects for all new donor projects and agreements with donor agencies.
  • Developing high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.

Ag. Assistant Director Budget

Meru County Government
04.2021 - 08.2023
  • Assisted the Director in developing innovative programs to improve students'' academic performance and retention rate.
  • Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance educational opportunities for students.
  • Assisting Budget Officers to coordinate the preparation of budget estimates for various ministries/ department
  • Analyzing project proposals and budget estimates.
  • Preparation of finance expenditure reports and budget implementation reports.
  • Preparing fiscal reports and technical briefs on Financial Management.

Fiscal Analyst

Meru County Government
06.2016 - 04.2021
  • Ensured accurate financial reporting through meticulous reconciliation and monthly closing procedures.
  • Controlled expenditure commitments in the Ministries/Departments
  • initial evaluation and scrutiny of expenditure proposals and compilation of information required in the budgetary processes
  • Processing of Medium Term Expenditure Framework and revised estimates budget
  • Taking initial action for the budgeting of donor financed projects, reviewing of financial implementation of such projects, and monitoring commitments on expenditures.
  • Developed comprehensive financial models to support forecasting efforts and long-term strategic planning initiatives.
  • Managed grant funds effectively, ensuring proper allocation, utilization, and documentation in accordance with funding requirements.

Education

Certified Investment Analyst Level I & II

Kasneb
Kasneb
06-2014

Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science

Jomo Kenyatta University
Juja
04.2001 -

St Mary Girls High School, Igoji
Meru
01-2006

Skills

    Problem-solving

    Project management

    Operations management

    Team management

    People management

    Budget control

    Strategic planning

Dancing, singing and travelling

I love singing especially in church, dancing makes me happy and energised

Travelling to new destinations, adventures to new places especially in the ward

Timeline

Ag. Director Budget

Meru County Government
09.2023 - Current

Ag. Assistant Director Budget

Meru County Government
04.2021 - 08.2023

Fiscal Analyst

Meru County Government
06.2016 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Science - Actuarial Science

Jomo Kenyatta University
04.2001 -

Certified Investment Analyst Level I & II

Kasneb

St Mary Girls High School, Igoji

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