Michelle Kowero
Project Manager | Business Analyst
Nairobi, Nairobi Province,NBO
Summary
A results-oriented Project Manager and Business Analyst with a wealth of experience in project coordination, aviation management, strategic planning, and data-driven decision-making. Demonstrated expertise in managing cross-functional teams, streamlining operations, and delivering projects within scope, time, and budget. Adept at utilizing project management tools and methodologies to enhance efficiency and achieve organizational objectives. Focused on planning, directing, and maintaining continuous operations across departments, with experience in directing manufacturing employees to ensure efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Passionate about driving innovation, fostering stakeholder collaboration, and applying a creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled in identifying and solving problems, excelling in mentoring, training, and empowering teams to achieve high performance and sustainable growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Planning and Strategy Officer
Kenya Airports Authority
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
07.2022 - Current
- Optimized resource allocation to maximize profits, ensuring efficient utilization of capital investments, manpower, and technology resources.
- Coordinated corporate planning activities and develop strategic business plans to assess and enhance profitability
- Strengthened internal communications through transparent reporting structures leading towards employee engagement.
- Promoted a culture of innovation encouraging creative problem-solving approaches that drive business success across departments.
- Improved decision-making processes through the implementation of data-driven air traffic analysis tools and methodologies.
Management Trainee (HR & Finance)
Cipla Ltd
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Coordinated recruitment processes and assisted with onboarding of new employees by providing training and development resources.
- Implemented a payroll management system, saving $150,000 in operational costs.
- Conducted financial forecasting for gross margins, expenses, and cash flow.
- Enhanced team productivity by leading weekly strategy meetings to refine project approaches and streamline workflows.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely collections and payments.
- Analyzed sales data to identify performance trends and areas for improvement, leading to targeted sales strategies.
Innovation Assistant
Absa Bank
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Expedited project completion times due to the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines.
- Successfully led design sprints at Absa Bank Kenya, fostering innovative problem-solving through human-centered design.
- Revamped a financial process which reduced turnaround time by 93% and increased growth in the sector by 20-fold.
- Revamped the New and Amended Product Approval Framework delivering increased efficiency.
- Conducted training for colleagues on the use of Human Centered Design thinking in solving business problems.
Education
Master of Science - Strategic Management
Strathmore Business School
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 09.2024 - Current
Certificate Program in Executive Management - Finance And Accounting
University of La Verne
California 07.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Strathmore Business School
Nairobi, Nairobi Province, Kenya 04.2015 - 06.2019
Skills
Data analytics
Timeline
Master of Science - Strategic Management
Strathmore Business School
09.2024 - Current
Planning and Strategy Officer
Kenya Airports Authority
07.2022 - Current
Management Trainee (HR & Finance)
Cipla Ltd
09.2021 - 06.2022
Innovation Assistant
Absa Bank
09.2019 - 06.2021
Certificate Program in Executive Management - Finance And Accounting
University of La Verne
07.2019 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Strathmore Business School
04.2015 - 06.2019
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