Johnson Waweru K.
00100 Nairobi
Summary
Strategic leader with expertise in employee coaching and solution presentation. Proven track record in managing budgets, implementing strategic initiatives, and developing training programs. Recognized for exceptional team-building and project management capabilities. Adept at fostering relationships across diverse personalities.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Managing Director
Tricom Technologies Ltd
Nairobi
01.2008 - Current
- Established Tricom Technologies Ltd in June 2004, specializing in telecommunications retail, distribution, and service
- Directed strategic initiatives to enhance technology solutions and service delivery.
- Devised and executed strategy ensuring alignment of business development needs with appropriate skills and elimination of limiting factors in business capacity through strategic capital investment
- Oversaw project management to ensure timely execution of client deliverables.
- Cultivated partnerships with key stakeholders to drive business growth and innovation.
- Led cross-functional teams to align objectives with organizational goals and vision.
- Developed comprehensive business strategies to navigate market trends and competition.
- Implemented operational processes to improve efficiency across various departments.
- Mentored emerging leaders to build a strong talent pipeline within the organization.
- Analyzed industry developments to inform decision-making and strategic planning efforts.
- Developed action plans to ensure that all organizational objectives are met in a timely manner.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to maximize cost savings for the organization.
- Increased efficiency, effectiveness and profitability by managing team productivity, costs and budgets.
- Analyzed industry trends to identify opportunities for expanding market share.
- Established performance standards and monitored progress towards achieving them.
- Coordinated with senior leadership teams to develop long-term growth plans for the organization.
Board Member
St Catherine Ndung'u Girls High School
Kiambu, Kenya
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Guided strategic planning for educational programs and initiatives at the institution.
- Collaborated with school staff to enhance student learning environments and resources.
- Advocated for policies promoting student welfare and academic success within the community.
PTA - Board Member
Riara Group of Schools
Nairobi, Kenya
06.2021 - 05.2025
- Participated in strategic planning sessions to enhance school governance.
- Collaborated with faculty to address student needs and improve educational programs.
- Reviewed and approved budget proposals to ensure financial sustainability.
Board of Directors Member
Retail Trade of Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
07.2016 - 06.2024
- Provided strategic guidance on retail policies and market trends.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance customer satisfaction initiatives.
- Evaluated industry regulations and compliance standards for retail operations.
Chairman of the Board
Naivasha Water & Sanitation Company
Naivasha, Kenya
03.2020 - 04.2024
- Led strategic planning for water and sanitation initiatives in local communities.
- Oversaw policy development to enhance service delivery and sustainability efforts.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to promote community engagement and awareness programs.
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Shona Group
Kampala, Uganda
09.2017 - 02.2020
- Mentored youth through engaging activities and discussions.
- Developed educational workshops to enhance life skills for participants.
- Collaborated with staff to create supportive environments for youth development.
Product Sales Manager
Jos Hansen & Soehne E. A. Ltd
Nairobi
07.2004 - 12.2007
- Being a multinational company headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, with operations in 14 African countries, specializing in pharmaceutical trading, laboratory equipment, water pumps, and machine tools for over fifty years.
- Elevated annual sales threefold through strategic initiatives
- Managed a team of 12 sales executives, accountable for East African regional sales and marketing of pharmaceutical products.
- Managed product sales strategies to enhance market penetration and customer engagement.
- Conducted regular sales meetings to review performance, address challenges, and set goals.
- Developed new business in the East African region, and established procedures and disciplines for further profit growth.
- Analyzed business and sales targets using critical problem-solving skills.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and distributors.
Graduate Trainee / Quality Controller
Universal Corporation Ltd
Nairobi
01.2000 - 06.2004
- Company Overview: Universal Corporation Ltd is the fastest-growing pharmaceutical company in East and Central Africa, with a presence in 15 African countries and an investee of Finnfund, concentrating on making off-patent generic drugs.
- Recruited, trained, and motivated a workforce of 18 manufacturing staff in the production and quality control departments.
- Extensive involvement in the installation of SOPs, in particular, the production planning and the materials management modules.
- New product development by liaising with the product development department.
- Troubleshooting, interpreting schematics, and working with quality control equipment interfaced with computers.
Education
Bachelor of Science (Hons) -
EGERTON UNIVERSITY
Nakuru12-1999
Entrepreneurship
Strathmore Business School
Nairobi10-2019
KCSE - Mean Grade: B+
Starehe Boys' Centre & School
Nairobi12-1992
KCPE - Mean Grade: A
Naivasha Boarding Primary School
Nakuru12-1988
Corporate Governance
Strathmore Business School
Nairobi04-2022
Skills
- Change management strategy
- Strategic planning
- Performance evaluation
- Team leadership
- Partnership development
- Budget management
- Team collaboration
- Deliverables oversight
- Revenue growth management
- Delegation
- Operations oversight
- Team selection and development
- Creative problem solving
- Result orientation
- Organizational structuring
Hobbies and Interests
- Community service
- Reading books
- Racquet sports
References
- Dietmar Lange, Managing Director, Jos Hansen & Soehne E.A. Ltd, P
- Box 30196, Nairobi, Nairobi, 00100, Kenya, dlange@hansenkenya.com
- Dr Nathan Tum, Chief Pharmacist, Universal Corporation, nathantum@ucl.co.e
Personal Information
- Number of Children: 4
- Date of Birth: 12/18/74
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital Status: Married
Affiliations
- Tennis Team captain at the Nairobi Club
- Leader of the Bible study group
- Chairman of the Estate community residents
Accomplishments
- Safaricom Dealer of the Year Award 2014
- Finalist at the Tennis Kenya Open
Certification
- Governance and leadership certificate
- Financial management certificate
- Mentoring & Coaching certificate
Languages
Kikuyu
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Board Member
St Catherine Ndung'u Girls High School
03.2025 - 08.2025
PTA - Board Member
Riara Group of Schools
06.2021 - 05.2025
Chairman of the Board
Naivasha Water & Sanitation Company
03.2020 - 04.2024
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Shona Group
09.2017 - 02.2020
Board of Directors Member
Retail Trade of Kenya
07.2016 - 06.2024
Managing Director
Tricom Technologies Ltd
01.2008 - Current
Product Sales Manager
Jos Hansen & Soehne E. A. Ltd
07.2004 - 12.2007
Graduate Trainee / Quality Controller
Universal Corporation Ltd
01.2000 - 06.2004
Bachelor of Science (Hons) -
EGERTON UNIVERSITY
Entrepreneurship
Strathmore Business School
KCSE - Mean Grade: B+
Starehe Boys' Centre & School
KCPE - Mean Grade: A
Naivasha Boarding Primary School
Corporate Governance
Strathmore Business School
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