Paul Walobwa
Project Manager
Ndalu
Summary
Experienced Senior Project Manager gifted at meeting tight deadlines, driving business opportunities, and working well in multiple team-based environments. Engaging and personable to manage key milestones and deliver exemplary customer service.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Manager
Gawal Ltd
08.2017 - Current
- Developed and implemented a new financial system that resulted in 20% cost saving on purchase of software.
- Managed financial audits and tax compliance, resulting in 100% compliance rate and no penalties or fines.
- Implemented financial policies and procedures, resulting in improved compliance and10% reduction in financial risk.
Senior Project Manager
Barclays Kenya
01.2011 - 07.2017
- Acted as key liaison in developing client relationships, often representing the project team in Retail Branch Network status meetings and leading in development of project milestones and objectives.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, identifying risks and mitigation strategies for 100% timely completion.
- Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected challenges or obstacles encountered during project execution, devising creative solutions without compromising objectives.
- Mentored 5 junior project managers and team members to enhance their skills and career growth.
Business Specialist
Barclays Kenya
03.2008 - 12.2010
- In collaboration with system vendors, created the 'Gold Copy' of the Retail Banking system parameters for the new core banking system.
- Supported in data migration strategy development workshops and facilitated data migration mock and final runs.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings in defects resolution during User Acceptance Testing to ensure that the new system satisfied needs of business clients as specified in functional requirements.
- Successfully managed the new core banking system retail banking parameters up to immediate post-go-live period.
Senior Product Manager
Barclays Kenya
01.2001 - 02.2008
- Increased product adoption by identifying customer needs and developing innovative product features for respective customer value propositions.
- Optimized pricing strategy, in tariff reviews, through thorough market research and data analysis, maximizing profit margins.
- Mentored junior Product Managers in effective project management techniques and industry best practices.
- Increased new client acquisition through targeted initiatives such as Scheme Loan and Mortgage product introduction
- Provided training and support to sales team members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Nairobi
Nairobi, Nairobi County 07.1987 - 12.1990
MBA - Project Management
Africa Nazarene University
Nairobi, Nairobi County 07.2015 - 10.2020
Skills
Project Planning
Scope Management
Project Scheduling
Project plan development
Training and mentoring
Financial Administration
Client liaison
Teamwork and Collaboration
Team Leadership
Excellent Communication
Certification
Project Management Professional
Timeline
Manager
Gawal Ltd
08.2017 - Current
MBA - Project Management
Africa Nazarene University
07.2015 - 10.2020
Senior Project Manager
Barclays Kenya
01.2011 - 07.2017
Business Specialist
Barclays Kenya
03.2008 - 12.2010
Senior Product Manager
Barclays Kenya
01.2001 - 02.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Nairobi
07.1987 - 12.1990
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