PHILIP MBUTU
Nairobi
Summary
Experienced Systems Administrator with 8 years of expertise in design, development and maintenance of complex software and management of server infrastructures and data center operations across operating system platforms. Highly proficient in implementing enterprise solutions for business applications in broad scale, web-delivered environments. Determined to deliver best technical solutions to meet functional and business requirements. Diligent troubleshooter, with strong communication skills to interact effectively with employees and departments various IT environments. Flexible with positive work attitude focused on producing results under tight deadlines. Demonstrated understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Systems Administrator- I. T Admin
Safarilink Aviation Ltd
06.2016 - Current
- Manage the Groups IT infrastructure including its IT Systems (HRMS, Time & attendance, Microsoft 365, QuickBooks, etc.)
- Managing IT inventory and controlling the IT budget allocation
- Formulating and implementing the Groups IT policy and best practice manuals
- Setting and establishing timelines for IT projects such system updates, migrations, upgrades, and outages
- Organizing workshops and training programs for staff on system improvement & usage
- Identifying, testing, evaluating, and deploying new systems/technology
- Conducting routine evaluations of network access and data security and preparing system reports for management
- Establish a good working relationship with staff, vendors, and other customers
- Engaging third party IT consultants, vendors, software developers and equipment Suppliers
- Maintaining and monitoring IT systems and networks, and installing and configuring hardware and software
- Troubleshooting network and system issues and diagnosing software or hardware issues
- Creating documentation for technical support purposes
- Providing account/user support set up new users' accounts and profiles
- To provide a link between the end users and vendors enabling the speedy resolution of issues encountered without taking the user away from the workplace
Corporate Sales Executive
Hijaz Technologies (K) Ltd
01.2014 - 11.2015
- Acquired new corporate clients through setting up sales appointments and making cold calls to sell company ICT solutions
- Reorganised the meeting booking process, implementing an online system which all staff can access, leading to reduced diary conflicts within the team
- Devised and implemented a new filing and indexing system for files, resulting in greater ease of access and a more time-efficient process
IT Internship
Aircraft Leasing Services (ALS)
01.2013 - 04.2013
- During this internship I undertook different tasks in fault diagnosis and systems support
- I also did variety of software installations including flight star and indigo aircraft tracking systems
- Presenting a professional and friendly first impression of the firm to all visitors and clients
- Organising stationery orders and liaising with suppliers to meet business requests
Rhino Ark Charitable Trust
01.2009 - 05.2010
- I was part of the rhino charge 2010 organizing team and was in charge of mailing the event sponsors copies of Arkive magazine
- Preparation of competitor bags as well as vehicle stickers from the various event sponsors
- Responding to visitor queries, assist with relevant company information on emails
- Running professional errands and meeting sponsors to collect donations for raffles during the spirit of the charge gala dinners
Education
Bachelor of Business Information Technology -
JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
01.2011 - 12.2013
Diploma in Information Technology - undefined
JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
09.2008 - 03.2010
Advanced Diploma in Marketing Management - undefined
KENYA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT
06.2005 - 12.2006
Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education - undefined
THIKA HIGH SCHOOL
02.2001 - 12.2004
Skills
Excellent people and leadership skills
Personal Information
- Hobbies: Traveling and Adventure to remote locations as am passionate about nature and wildlife., Passion for music and performing arts., Playing team sports i.e. Football and basketball., Reading Business Journals, Poetic works and Spiritual books.
- Date of Birth: 11/10/86
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
Timeline
Systems Administrator- I. T Admin
Safarilink Aviation Ltd
06.2016 - Current
Corporate Sales Executive
Hijaz Technologies (K) Ltd
01.2014 - 11.2015
IT Internship
Aircraft Leasing Services (ALS)
01.2013 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Business Information Technology -
JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
01.2011 - 12.2013
Rhino Ark Charitable Trust
01.2009 - 05.2010
Diploma in Information Technology - undefined
JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY
09.2008 - 03.2010
Advanced Diploma in Marketing Management - undefined
KENYA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT
06.2005 - 12.2006
Kenya Certificate Of Secondary Education - undefined
THIKA HIGH SCHOOL
02.2001 - 12.2004
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