Kurzprofil
Übersicht
Berufserfahrung
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Kompetenzen
Languages
Hobbys
Benutzerdefiniert
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Shanice Wanjiku

Shanice Wanjiku

Nairobi

Kurzprofil

Seeking a career in project management, data analysis, finance, or other opportunity to utilize strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills.

An enthusiastic, hard-working individual who works well independently and in a team. Graduate with a BSc. in Economics & Accounting, with international work experience in data research and project management in UK, Germany and Kenya. Worked in multi-national organizations with people of various backgrounds and cultures.

Übersicht

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Berufserfahrung

Founder & Managing Director

LichtPfad SW Consulting
Nairobi
10.2025 - Current
  • Founded and lead a German-Kenyan consulting company specialising in international consulting and workforce mobility between Germany and Kenya.
  • Coordinate administrative processes and oversee the smooth execution of international projects, ensuring efficient communication between employers, institutions and candidates.
  • Manage documentation, organise interviews, appointments and project timelines while ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Build and maintain strategic partnerships with German employers, educational institutions and business partners.
  • Advise clients on qualification recognition procedures, visa pathways and relocation processes for Germany.
  • Develop and implement operational procedures to improve workflow efficiency and service delivery.
  • Liaise with German and Kenyan stakeholders, ensuring effective collaboration and successful project coordination.
  • Represent the company in meetings with employers, institutions and strategic partners, maintaining strong professional relationships.

Junior Consultant

africon GmbH
Nairobi
04.2021 - 11.2023

Supported German companies with market entry and business expansion projects across East Africa.

· Assisted with partner identification, market research, market analysis and strategy development for clients operating in various sectors, including energy, healthcare and development cooperation.

· Coordinated project activities and supported the successful implementation of consulting assignments.

· Prepared market reports, presentations and project documentation for German clients.

· Liaised with clients, local stakeholders and project partners throughout different stages of consulting projects.

· Conducted market and stakeholder research to identify business opportunities and strategic partnerships.

· Contributed to business development initiatives and supported project delivery in a multicultural and international working environment.

Research Consultant

Dalberg Research
Nairobi
03.2018 - 08.2020
  • Contact person for clients seeking to invest in Kenya, needing data research services.
  • Coordinated preparation of electronic questionnaires with technical teams in accordance with the client’s research requirements.
  • Organized data collection, cleaning, analysis and reported results back to the client.
  • Provided progress updates and final results to the client, and handled any follow-up concerns.
  • Performed tasks of data cleaning and statistical analysis.
  • Dalberg Research provides research and analysis services for markets, consumers and lifestyles across multiple African countries. Clients include NGOs, governments and private businesses.

Business Analyst (Packaging and Design)

Lidl House Headquarter London
London
02.2016 - 05.2017
  • Coordination and implementation of purchasing projects related to launching Lidl branded grocery items.
  • Performed vendor qualification and price analysis.
  • Assisting in creating financial budgets for the department.
  • Creating and maintaining reports.
  • Assisting with administrative duties.
  • Lidl is global supermarket chain with over 10,000 retail outlets across Europe.

German Customer Service Administrator

Lifeplus Europe Limited
St. Neots
06.2014 - 06.2015
  • Handling customer orders from end to end; including quotation, negotiation, delivery and invoicing.
  • Handling and resolving customer complaints.
  • Processing refund requests approved by the sales team.
  • Monitoring and tracking the flow of goods into the warehouse.
  • Managing returns of faulty products to the supplier.
  • Reporting on any issues related to customer orders, including delivery delays.
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with customers.
  • Lifeplus is a company that provides nutrition supplements across Europe.

Ausbildung

BSc - Economics and Accounting

University of Northampton
09.2012 - 08.2015

A-Level Diploma - Economics

Bedford College
Bedford
2011 - 06.2012

Fachabitur - Wirtschaftslehre

Wirtschaftgsymnasium
Frechen-Habbelrath
2008 - 2010

Kompetenzen

  • Excellent organisational and time management skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
  • Service-oriented approach
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Team player with the ability to work independently
  • Professional discretion and confidentiality
  • Adaptability in multicultural environments

Languages

German
Proficient
C2
Swahili
Advanced
C1
English
Proficient
C2

Hobbys

  • Strength Training & Fitness
  • International Travel
  • Business & Entrepreneurship
  • Cross-Cultural Exchange
  • Community Engagement

Benutzerdefiniert

Microsoft Office 365: Word (Advanced), Excel (Advanced), PowerPoint (Advanced), Outlook

· Data Analysis: R, SPSS, Python

· Research & Data Management: Data collection, analysis and reporting

· Database Management: Data entry, maintenance and record management

· Digital Collaboration Tools: Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Workspace

· Internet & Market Research: Advanced online research and information analysis

Zeitleiste

Founder & Managing Director

LichtPfad SW Consulting
10.2025 - Current

Junior Consultant

africon GmbH
04.2021 - 11.2023

Research Consultant

Dalberg Research
03.2018 - 08.2020

Business Analyst (Packaging and Design)

Lidl House Headquarter London
02.2016 - 05.2017

German Customer Service Administrator

Lifeplus Europe Limited
06.2014 - 06.2015

BSc - Economics and Accounting

University of Northampton
09.2012 - 08.2015

A-Level Diploma - Economics

Bedford College
2011 - 06.2012

Fachabitur - Wirtschaftslehre

Wirtschaftgsymnasium
2008 - 2010
Shanice Wanjiku