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WAMBUI NDUNGU

Nairobi

Summary

Results-driven renewable energy professional with 2+ years of expertise in tailored energy solutions for Commercial and Industrial clients. Skilled in SHE standards, ESG practices, business acquisition, and bid management. Passionate about advancing SDG7 through sustainable projects, leveraging strong networking and communication skills to identify growth opportunities and deliver impactful, innovative solutions in the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Development and Bids Assistant

Synergetic Development Group
08.2024 - Current
  • Proactively identifying, managing, and responding to strategic bid opportunities to drive business growth
  • Leveraging industry events and strategic positioning to enhance marketing efforts and amplify brand visibility
  • Fostering seamless collaboration and building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project execution
  • Contributed to business development efforts by participating in marketing initiatives targeting potential clients.
  • Conducting field visits and met corporate customers for business development.
  • Assists in growth of current market territories by attending and planning business development meetings.

Business Development Administrator

OFGEN Africa, NAIROBI
02.2023 - 07.2024

In my tenure here, I have progressed from intern to administrator showcasing a consistent trajectory of career advancement and leadership skills.

  • Spearheading bids and contracts preparation and management ensuring compliance, timely submission and follow-ups until the deals are closed.
  • Monitoring market trends and competitor activities to identify areas of potential opportunity and help management in strategy development
  • Successfully coordinating and participating corporate events like the Africa Energy Forum and ESAK C&I Conference, demonstrating strong coordination skills and increasing brand visibility among targeted clientele
  • Created comprehensive reports to track progress on key performance indicators, enabling leadership to make informed decisions regarding business development activities.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of networking events, fostering connections between team members and prospective clients. e.g. ESAK C&I Conference 2024.
  • Participated in industry conferences/events as a representative of the company which led to an increase in brand visibility among targeted clientele e.g. Africa Energy Forum and SolarQuarter 2023 & 2024.
  • Conducted thorough market analysis to identify untapped industries for potential business development opportunities.
  • Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.

Safety, Health and Environment Intern

Geothermal Development Company (GDC), NAKURU
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Assisted the Safety Health and Environment team in conducting Environmental Impact Assessments on site
  • Performed scheduled maintenance of noise and pollution levels on site and subsequent reporting for decision making.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records of all safety, health, and environmental activities.
  • Kept up-to-date with the latest industry trends and regulatory changes, incorporating new information into company practices as needed.

Education

Certificate - Environmental Social & Governance

The Knowledge Academy
02.2024

BSc - Energy & Environmental Technology

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology
06.2023

Diploma - Environmental Management

alison.com
03.2023

Certificate - IT Management - Building Information Systems

alison.com
11.2021

Skills

  • Business Development Acumen
  • Collaborative development
  • Market Intelligence and Analysis
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Tender Administration
  • Corporate Administration
  • Marketing and Event logistics
  • Analytical thinking
  • Presentation skills
  • Organization and planning

Languages

English & Swahili

Accomplishments

  • Through successful bid preparation, submissions, and follow-ups, I have led to awards of cumulatively1MW of solar projects to date - KTDA, KCB, Henkel.
  • Through other BD activities and initiatives, I have also directly generated approximately1 MWp of solar business.
  • I have also led initiatives that resulted in three prestigious awards on behalf of the company: Solar EPC of the Year (2023), Solar Developer of the Year (2023) and CEO of the Year (2024).

Affiliations

  • Global Women’s Network for Energy Transition (GWNET) – Member
  • Kenya Renewable Energy Association (KEREA) – Associate Member
  • Kenya Green Building Society (KGBS) – Youth Chapter Member

Additional Information

Professional Memberships

Global Women’s Network for Energy Transition (GWNET) – Member

Kenya Renewable Energy Association (KEREA) – Associate Member

Kenya Green Building Society (KGBS) – Youth Chapter Member

Timeline

Business Development and Bids Assistant

Synergetic Development Group
08.2024 - Current

Business Development Administrator

OFGEN Africa, NAIROBI
02.2023 - 07.2024

Safety, Health and Environment Intern

Geothermal Development Company (GDC), NAKURU
01.2022 - 03.2022

BSc - Energy & Environmental Technology

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology

Diploma - Environmental Management

alison.com

Certificate - IT Management - Building Information Systems

alison.com

Certificate - Environmental Social & Governance

The Knowledge Academy
WAMBUI NDUNGU