KELLY NGAMIJE
Kigali,Rwanda
Summary
Professional Project Management Specialist with experience working with teams to accomplish short- and long-term project goals. Managed budgets and monitored project costs. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, timely implementation of activities, and driving overall operational improvements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Project Operations
Kingdom Building Ltd
Kigali, Rwanda
03.2019 - Current
- Developed and oversaw project operations and managed multi-functional issues through resolution.
- Oversaw business operations and produced updated status reports outlining each project to meet milestones.
- Monitored project and program quality to meet financial expectations.
- Oversaw up to 5 small and medium enterprises that were start-ups.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to funders and advising them.
- Preparations of projects
Management Assistant and Communication Officer
Swisscontact
Rwanda, Greatlakes Region
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
- Prepared public relations presentations and plans by gathering information on sub-region organization' objectives and goals. (The Great Lakes Region included Rwanda, Burundi & DR Congo).
- Responded to requests for information from media or designated appropriate spokesperson or information source.
- Oversaw professional social media messaging through content development, follower engagement, and improving the visibility of the organization by working with 2 focal points from Burundi and DR Congo.
- Support the management in the implementation of activities of the project including Training planning for beneficiaries.
- Report and keep records of the project evaluation and capitalization for sustainability purposes.
Administrative Assistant
Swisscontact
Kigali , Rwanda
05.2015 - 01.2018
- Interacted with vendors, contractors, and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions
- Supported the Country Director through personal document management, calendar organization, and collateral preparation for meetings
- Trained new employees on administrative procedures, company policies, and performance standards.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Arranged rapid office equipment repair and maintenance with vendors.
- Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel, and ground transportation for all 22 employees.
Secretary/Receptionist
Swisscontact
Kigali, Rwanda
07.2013 - 04.2015
- Provided information about the organization
- Oversaw domestic and international travel arrangements, including booking airfare, hotel, and ground transportation
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for the senior management team.
- Received and routed business correspondence to the correct departments and staff members.
- Cashier duties.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
TRANSLATOR
Translations Company
Kigali , Rwanda
02.2011 - 06.2013
- Translated 10+ documents for different companies and one-to-one personal translation (English, French, and Kinyarwanda)
- Reviewed final works to spot and correct errors in punctuation, grammar, and translation.
- PROTOCOL
- Oversaw protocol in different events/Meetings.
- Translated official documents in English and Kinyarwanda.
- Applied cultural understanding to discern specific meanings beyond literal written words.
Enumerator
MCC Foundation
Kigali, Rwanda
03.2012 - 03.2012
- Data collector for the MCC survey in all districts of Rwanda, interacting with the rural population on their accessibility to health& school infrastructure, police, and all other government services.
- Double-checked information on survey forms as team leader.
- Traveled door-to-door in assigned communities and requested participation in census interviews, clearly explaining the process and purpose.
- Planned efficient visitation routes by studying maps of assigned areas, reaching more than 20 community households per day.
- Assisted people in filling out surveys with complete and accurate information.
Education
MBA - Project Management
Oklahoma Christian University
2017
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting AndFinance
University of Rwanda
Rwanda2015
High School Diploma -
Byimana Science School
Rwanda2010
Skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Leadership skills
- Multitasking & Teamwork skills
- Project Development & Management skills
- Energetic, diligent & hardworking
- Sense of Responsibility & Self-Driven
- Contract & Program Management
- Client Relations & Communication
- Budget Coordination
- Computer Skills ( MS Office), ICT
- Report Writing
- Special Requests
Affiliations
Project Management I am a Delta Mu Delta member(International Honor Society in Business)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Kinyarwanda
Native or Bilingual
Referees
● Mrs. Rita Christine Umuhire, Swisscontact Rwanda
Position: Coordinator of Skills Development in the Great lakes
Tel.No: +250 788 565 875 Email: rita.umuhire@swisscontact.org
● Mr. Steven Tull, Kingdom Building International
Position: Managing Director (Current direct Supervisor)
Tel.No: +17608090183 Email: steve@sentonesim.org
● Mr. Christophe Nkunzimana, SYMPOSIA Rwanda
Position: Logistics and Operations Officer
Tel.No: +250 788 856 862 Email: nkuchrisol@gmail.com
Timeline
Director of Project Operations
Kingdom Building Ltd
03.2019 - Current
Management Assistant and Communication Officer
Swisscontact
02.2018 - 02.2019
Administrative Assistant
Swisscontact
05.2015 - 01.2018
Secretary/Receptionist
Swisscontact
07.2013 - 04.2015
Enumerator
MCC Foundation
03.2012 - 03.2012
TRANSLATOR
Translations Company
02.2011 - 06.2013
MBA - Project Management
Oklahoma Christian University
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting AndFinance
University of Rwanda
High School Diploma -
Byimana Science School
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