Vivian Thuo, 💡 " Operations keeps the lights on, strategy provides a light at the end of the tunnel, but project management is the train engine that mov

About

Hello There! 👋 👉I am a performance-driven, objective-focused, and persistent professional equipped with extensive experience spanning over 9 years. During this tenure, I have honed my skills by spearheading various transformational projects while providing top-notch monitoring support throughout the project lifecycle. As a seasoned strategic leader, I possess the ability to manage people, facilitate team growth, and provide coaching to personnel. As a Project Management Specialist, I have an established track record of efficiently managing project budgets in the Information Technology and Telecommunication domains. 💠Leveraging my financial expertise, I have been able to optimize resource utilization and allocate budgets proficiently, resulting in timely delivery and adherence to budgetary constraints. My comprehensive grasp of operations management has empowered me to streamline processes and enhance efficiency, thereby maximizing productivity. My forte in resource management enables me to recruit, train, and mentor personnel, thus forming and managing high-performing teams that deliver results. 💢 With an unwavering commitment to driving growth and profitability and an intense focus on customer satisfaction, I have earned a reputation as a dependable business executive and project management authority. My consistent track record of delivering exceptional results has firmly established me as a credible industry figure. 𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒎𝒚 𝒂𝒄𝒉𝒊𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔? 🌟 Increased efficiency by 30% and reduced resource waste by 65% by using budgets for cost approval and cost allocation to 6 cost centres. 🌟 Improved disbursement, authentication, and accountability processes in project and company expenses to generate a proper approval system that improved decision turnover by 75%. 🌟 Streamlined GE Project Funnels through optimization of budget drivers, resulting in a cost reduction of 55% on the $ 800,000 GE budget. 🌟 Initiated a cost-saving culture named Linda Mali at Seven Seas Technologies Group Ltd and recorded $100,000 in cost savings within 4 months 𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒕𝒉𝒔 Project Management | Financial Management | Operations Management | Resource Planning and Management | Performance Management | Strategic Planning and Administration | Stakeholder Management |

Experience

IHS SSC FZE

Jul 2019 – Present

Dubai & Remote

Specilaist, Project Management

In my current capacity, I am accountable for the end-to-end supervision, direction, and execution of transformational initiatives throughout IHS, managing integration project management, and handling all associated administrative undertakings across a vast geographic expanse encompassing Dubai, Nigeria, London, Rwanda, Kuwait, Egypt, and South Africa. Key Achievements ◾ Orchestrated the seamless transition of transactional accounting services to SSC, thereby effectuating a surge in efficiency and resource optimization. ◾ Facilitated the consolidation of acquired businesses, spearheading the finance activities integration into SSC in cooperation with all pertinent internal and external parties. ◾ Cultivated a robust rapport with an external Project Consulting firm commissioned to lead the transition process. ◾ Re-engineered outdated processes, aligning them with evolving technological trends, leading to cost optimization and operational efficiency not only in SSC but also across other markets. ◾ Employed the Eliminate, Simplify, Standardize, and Automate (ESSA) approach to incorporate innovative changes, liaising with the Global Group Process Owners. ◾ Introduced the Organizational Performance Monitoring and Reporting Pack, boosting productivity significantly.

SevenSeas Technologies Group

Oct 2017 – Dec 2018

Kenya

Operational & Financial Business Partner

During my tenure in this position, I assumed responsibility for overseeing and regulating company operations, managing cash flows, expenditures, and processes. As a member of the leadership team, I managed all relevant internal and external stakeholders, implementing measures to boost efficiency by streamlining all processes and aligning them with the organization's business objectives. Key Contributions ◾ Forged and nurtured robust collaborative partnerships that expedited the attainment of the business group's objectives. ◾ Generated precise financial data and business support that ensured efficient financial management, oversight, and informed decision-making. ◾ Exerted a substantial impact on the long-term trajectory of various business areas, including bolstering financial sustainability. ◾ Delivered specialized input on financial risk-related matters, successfully mitigating financial risk. ◾ Ensured full compliance with IFRS and local statutory requirements concerning all accounting treatments, reporting mandates, revenue, and returns and allowances. ◾ Orchestrated the procurement of goods and services by conducting quality assessments, comparing quotes, and skillfully negotiating prices.

Izon Future Systems Ltd

Nov 2016 – Sep 2017

Kenya

General Manager

In my capacity as a business leader, I provided dynamic and decisive management to the organization, fully accountable for its day-to-day operations. My focus centered on developing programs that drove enhanced efficiency, playing a pivotal role in spearheading the mobilization, development, and execution of highly effective operational processes. Key Contributions ◾ Identified and pursued key partnerships that strengthened business performance. ◾ Formulated and implemented strategies that increased profitability. ◾ Analyzed accounting data and generated accurate financial reports. ◾ Increased efficiency and reduced resource waste by developing annual and project budgets. ◾ Managed a team of 15 employees and improved their productivity by organizing and facilitating weekly training sessions. ◾ Achieved business goals through effective planning and resource utilization.

SevenSeas Technologies Group

Jan 2016 – Oct 2016

Kenya

Group Cost Manager

While in this role, I had the responsibility of managing all company expenditures and providing leadership and management to the commercial and procurement department. Key Contributions ◾ Introduced a cost-saving program named "Linda Mali" and achieved $100,000 in cost savings within 4 months. ◾ Monitored and updated project cost estimates to ensure adherence to budgetary constraints. ◾ Conducted thorough cost analyses, identified inefficiencies, and ensured compliance with approved spending levels. ◾ Analyzed financial and operational data of business units, including key performance indicators, to provide valuable insights. ◾ Enhanced the LPO approval turnover rate by optimizing the sourcing and pricing of goods and services, conducting quality checks, verifying quotes, and negotiating prices to develop a comprehensive price portfolio. ◾ Supervised a team of 5 employees and increased their productivity by facilitating weekly training sessions.

SevenSeas Technologies Group

Oct 2013 – Dec 2015

Kenya

Project Accountant for General Electric (GE) & Ministry of Health Project

During my tenure, I provided financial support to the business by generating precise project financial and management accounting information that was utilized by the executive management to make well-informed financial decisions. My responsibilities included compiling financial reports and analyses within stringent timelines. Key Contributions ◾ Streamlined production of GE project monthly reports by preparing weekly reports and consolidating them at the end of the month, resulting in improved efficiency, accuracy, and timely delivery of Group Financial Reports to Management. ◾ Optimized budget drivers for GE Project Funnels and managed the $800,000 GE budget, reducing costs by 55%. ◾ Improved the documentation system by refining and implementing proper accounting processes, leading to reduced costs and fraud. ◾ Managed the changeover and installation of new ERP and Project Accounting software, boosting productivity and efficiency. ◾ Revamped existing processes and policies to cater to GE project requirements, resulting in increased efficiency and improved outcomes.

Education

Project Management Institute

Jan 2021 – Apr 2021

PMP, Project Management

Kenya Methodist University

Jan 2012 – Jul 2013

MBA , Administarion and Finance

Strathmore University

Jun 2007 – Jun 2011

Bachelor of Business Information Technology, Information Technology

Vivian Thuo

💡 " Operations keeps the lights on, strategy provides a light at the end of the tunnel, but project management is the train engine that mov

Skills