Partnering with the Thunes onboarding team to ensure our customers have a deep and clear understanding of our product suite, processes and how they can utilize our network.

We power payments for the world's fastest-growing businesses. With a single, simple connection, yourbusiness and customers can send payments to - and get paid in - every corner of the world. Instantly. Thunes is a B2B company that powers payments for the world’s fastest-growing businesses - from Southeast Asia's superapp Grab and Gig Economy giants, to Fintech leaders such as PayPal and Remitly.With a single, simple connection, your business and customers can send payments to – and get… Show more We power payments for the world's fastest-growing businesses. With a single, simple connection, yourbusiness and customers can send payments to - and get paid in - every corner of the world. Instantly. Thunes is a B2B company that powers payments for the world’s fastest-growing businesses - from Southeast Asia's superapp Grab and Gig Economy giants, to Fintech leaders such as PayPal and Remitly.With a single, simple connection, your business and customers can send payments to – and get paid in – every corner of the world. Instantly. We support 60+ currencies, enable payments to 110+ countries, and help you accept 285+ payment methods.Thunes is headquartered in Singapore with regional offices in London, Paris, Shanghai, New York, Dubai, and Nairobi.For more information, visit http://www.thunes.com Show less

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For the last 20 years, Techno Brain has built strategy around innovation, technology, and teamwork. We continue to help enterprises adapt to evolving markets and new technological paradigms through our strategic consulting, application and enterprise management solutions.My responsibility is to drive compliance of projects(schedule,cost and scope) and ensure standardization, accreditation and business processes are executed seamless for ease of replication of results.

Lori is building the cutting-edge logistics infrastructure for trucking in Africa and is using advanced technology and operational systems to tackle a massive issue - $180 billion is spent annually on haulage across Africa, which means that up to 75% of a product’s cost is due to logistics (compared to 6% in the US).My role was to lead the build of the product that will enable Lori to continue with it's rapid growth across the continent.

As Head of implementation, I provided direct communication to clients and staff, define governance for future projects, create proper project alignments both internally and externally, advise executives regarding how to balance competing priorities, and oversee projects and activities to ensure that effective business strategies and goals are met.I manage a team of implementation specialists that are responsible for the implementation of projects, Quality Assurance and Release management of… Show more As Head of implementation, I provided direct communication to clients and staff, define governance for future projects, create proper project alignments both internally and externally, advise executives regarding how to balance competing priorities, and oversee projects and activities to ensure that effective business strategies and goals are met.I manage a team of implementation specialists that are responsible for the implementation of projects, Quality Assurance and Release management of software & solutions. Show less

My role as Head of the PMO was essentially about leadership. One strength required during this period was organization skills, communications skills and the ability to embrace and communicate a vision.My key objective was to ensure that the operational issues of the PMO are managed, focusing on the project interface with project leaders and project teams. I determined project health by measuring the variance in scope, schedule, cost and quality from the respective baselines and work with… Show more My role as Head of the PMO was essentially about leadership. One strength required during this period was organization skills, communications skills and the ability to embrace and communicate a vision.My key objective was to ensure that the operational issues of the PMO are managed, focusing on the project interface with project leaders and project teams. I determined project health by measuring the variance in scope, schedule, cost and quality from the respective baselines and work with the PMs to review and monitor project health. Currently I lead a team of 7 project managers.ACHIEVEMENTS;With the setting up of the PMO,I have seen a significant improvement in the key areas mentioned below; -We have aligned a portfolio of our projects with an eye towards MODE's strategy. -We have delivered projects on time, within scope and within budget. -We have a better understanding of the linkages and dependencies between projects within our portfolio and what should be prioritized. -We have improved communication between the project team and among all stakeholders in MODE-We've also increased the awareness of the value of the PMO and project management as a whole in MODE I have also successfully deployed our VAS applications in the Middle East Region(Dubai,Kuwait and Afghanistan) Show less

MODE, is an innovation Company that specializes in providing revolutionary technological Value Added Service (VAS) solutions to Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) across the Globe. MODE currently has presence in 28 countries in EMEA region and 7 associate offices across the Globe.My role revolved around ensuring projects are successfully completed and moved to the operational arm of the business.It is during this tenure that MODE grew from 3 to 18 operations.My roles as GPOM can be… Show more MODE, is an innovation Company that specializes in providing revolutionary technological Value Added Service (VAS) solutions to Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) across the Globe. MODE currently has presence in 28 countries in EMEA region and 7 associate offices across the Globe.My role revolved around ensuring projects are successfully completed and moved to the operational arm of the business.It is during this tenure that MODE grew from 3 to 18 operations.My roles as GPOM can be summed up as follows;• Direct and manage project development from beginning to end. • Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. • Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. • Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis and estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals. • Draft and submit budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary. • Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel. • Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team. • Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path. • Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools. • Track project milestones and deliverables. • Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations. • Define project success criteria and disseminate them to involved parties throughout project life cycle. • Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work. • Develop best practices and tools for project execution and management.ACHIEVEMENTS; Successful project deployments in MTN Cote d'ivoire, MTN Guinea Bissau, MTN Guinea Conakry,Tata Indicom and Reliance India Show less

MODE, is an innovation Company that specializes in providing revolutionary technological Value Added Service (VAS) solutions to Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) across the Globe. MODE currently has presence in 28 countries in EMEA region and 7 associate offices across the Globe.My role revolved around ensuring that Kenya and Uganda are fully operational and receiving end to end support.My role as RM can be summed up as follows;• Build, develop, and grow any business relationships… Show more MODE, is an innovation Company that specializes in providing revolutionary technological Value Added Service (VAS) solutions to Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) across the Globe. MODE currently has presence in 28 countries in EMEA region and 7 associate offices across the Globe.My role revolved around ensuring that Kenya and Uganda are fully operational and receiving end to end support.My role as RM can be summed up as follows;• Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.• Conduct project post postmortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements. • Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas within the two operations. • Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path. • Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans. Where required, negotiate with other department managers for the acquisition of required personnel from within the company• Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders. ACHIEVEMENTS;Sucessfull project deployment in Airtel Uganda,MTN Cameroon and Airtel Nigeria. Show less

Data Care (U) ltd is company that offers IT related consultancies in Uganda. My main role was to ensure that software solutions are delivered to customers within the time scales and to the quality expected. I also lead the software development team of up to 10 staff members and also worked closely with customer’s management to understand the business requirement for projects, developing effective working relationship and ongoing management possesses for the project.My main… Show more Data Care (U) ltd is company that offers IT related consultancies in Uganda. My main role was to ensure that software solutions are delivered to customers within the time scales and to the quality expected. I also lead the software development team of up to 10 staff members and also worked closely with customer’s management to understand the business requirement for projects, developing effective working relationship and ongoing management possesses for the project.My main responsibilities were; • Work closely with customer’s management to understand the business requirement for the project, developing effective working relationship and ongoing management possesses for the project.• Define the deliverables, resources requirements and work plan for the project and manage their development and deliverables.• To ensure that the project is delivered within the financial requirements of the business.• To estimate and plan projects from start to finish with built-in contingencies.• To ensure projects meet industry leading quality standards• Manage, monitor and motivate the cross functional team assignments to the project using the SCRUM methodology.• To conduct project presentations and compile reports.• Manage the Interns in the company user real projects.• Performing other duties as assigned by the Director – software Development. “While at Data Care, Alfred led a team of ten (10) Computer Programmers and managed over four (4) software development projects from inception to commissioning. During the implementation of these projects, Alfred exhibited high level of performance and excellence as a project manager. His leadership, communication and writing skills are very exceptional.”Patrick Kagenda, -Systems Director; Data Care Uganda.-30/06/2011 Show less

Cyber School Technology Solutions Limited , is a premier provider of quality educational services offering world-class solutions to enhance the online educational environment globally.In my capacity of Training Manager, I was responsible for securing the knowledge transfer of the Cyber School curriculum to the users of the curriculum in schools, ensuring that the users can efficiently and effectively use the curriculum for the full benefit of the students.My main responsibilities… Show more Cyber School Technology Solutions Limited , is a premier provider of quality educational services offering world-class solutions to enhance the online educational environment globally.In my capacity of Training Manager, I was responsible for securing the knowledge transfer of the Cyber School curriculum to the users of the curriculum in schools, ensuring that the users can efficiently and effectively use the curriculum for the full benefit of the students.My main responsibilities were;• Secure the knowledge transfer of the Cyber School curriculum to the users of the curriculum in schools, ensuring that the users can efficiently and effectively use the curriculum for the full benefit of the students.• Managing the Training Department and its staff. The Department has 25 staff. The staff were located in all major districts and towns in this country and are in charge of 8-10 schools each/• Co-ordinate the development of training content within the project that will be used for workshops. We have held numerous workshops and trainings both nationally and regionally.• Plan and prepare for training of end users / clients / teachers.• Conduct the training. (initiate ,plan, execute ,monitor and close)• In co-operation with the Technical Department carry out the soft- and hardware deployment and the network connection.• In co-operation with the Support Department carry out support visits to schools to address problems in the use of the hardware and software.ACHIEVEMENTS;In four years I was able to grow CSTS from 10 to 215 e-learning schools and train over 5000 teachers on e-learning. and my department grew from 2 to 25 staff which included 8 regional training managers and 17 IT Support Officers who were responsible for the 215 secondary schools. Show less

Uchumi is the oldest supermarket chain in Kenya, currently celebrating 40 years.My main responsibilities were;. Develop and review branch marketing and business plans to meet the key business targets e.g. profitability by use of all IT related equipment (hardware and software) 2. Maintaining a hardware and preventive maintenance schedule for all IT equipment and ensuring that the contracted parties delivers quality service3. Monitoring system performance e.g. by checking… Show more Uchumi is the oldest supermarket chain in Kenya, currently celebrating 40 years.My main responsibilities were;. Develop and review branch marketing and business plans to meet the key business targets e.g. profitability by use of all IT related equipment (hardware and software) 2. Maintaining a hardware and preventive maintenance schedule for all IT equipment and ensuring that the contracted parties delivers quality service3. Monitoring system performance e.g. by checking server communication speeds, storage capacity and utilization and monitoring server performance.4. Avail system services by ensuring that applications, computers and network services are working as expected.5. Ensure good ordering/replenishment (via warehouse and direct supplies) is as per the company stock holding policy and standard operating procedure using the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planner)6. Ensure that all weekly market intelligence with competitors is done to ensure the branch remains competitive.7. Ensure that all documentation related to both front office and back offices are preceded by the end of day in the ERP system.8. Ensuring system security by allowing access to data, systems and applications only to authorized users e.g. by securing the server room, promoting good password management practices, giving users access inline with their job descriptions/responsibilities and monitoring and tracking problems /queries to ensure that they are resolved on time.9. Manage IT assets by keeping track of the inventory10. Taking backup s on daily basis using MS windows and dispatching them to an offsite storage site.11. Informing, discussing and advising the branch manager on all IT related issues and seeking approval on all support issues.ACHIEVEMENTS;I was privileged to be in the pioneer branch that deployed the front office Point of Sale system(POS) and eventually train the rest of the branches on how to use the application. Show less

Kenya Institute of Education core function is to conduct research and develop curricular for all levels of education below the university. The Institute also develops print and electronic curriculum support materials, initiates and conducts curriculum based research, organizing and conducting in-service and orientation programmes for curriculum implementers.My roles in the Education Media services department were as follows1. Film T.V and Radio production: Worked on studio… Show more Kenya Institute of Education core function is to conduct research and develop curricular for all levels of education below the university. The Institute also develops print and electronic curriculum support materials, initiates and conducts curriculum based research, organizing and conducting in-service and orientation programmes for curriculum implementers.My roles in the Education Media services department were as follows1. Film T.V and Radio production: Worked on studio productions for schools and performed Camera, Lighting, vision mixing and participated in editing.2. I worked on radio studio English programs for schools.3. We edited drama and Music Festivals for schools. ACHIEVEMENT;I participated in the full TV recording of a Chemistry lesson "THE MOLE CONCEPT" which was eventually shared with schools. Show less