WANGUI OSHUMBA
Montreal
Summary
Experienced Project Coordinator with a background in managing complex projects across various industries. Possess strong leadership skills, adept at coordinating cross-functional teams and effectively communicating project goals to ensure seamless execution. Known for problem-solving abilities and strategic planning expertise to drive project success. Have contributed positively by improving workflow processes and meeting objectives on time in previous roles.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Coordinator
Neema kuu women organization
Nairobi
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Coordinated project timelines and schedules for community empowerment initiatives.
- Managed logistics for workshops and events supporting women's development programs.
- Assisted in tracking project progress and reporting findings to stakeholders.
Project Manager
Metrostat Medical Imaging
Nairobi
11.2018 - 11.2021
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
Shelter Manager
Pretoria Shelter
Pretoria
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Oversaw daily operations of shelter, ensuring smooth service delivery.
- Collaborated with local organizations for resource distribution and support.
- Managed programming and administrative aspects of this temporary homeless shelter for women and children, many with dual diagnoses.
- Supervised a team of volunteers while providing direction on daily tasks.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Assistant
Deaf Aid
Nairobi
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Coordinated workshops and training sessions for staff and community members.
- Supported outreach initiatives to raise awareness about services offered by the organization.
- Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
- Coordinated support to facilitate general office operations.
Missions Coordinator
Parklands Baptist Church
Kenya
09.2007 - 12.2009
- De-escalated and resolved conflicts between local peoples and missionary representatives.
- Coordinated logistics for mission trips, ensuring timely arrivals and departures as well as adequate accommodations for all participants.
- Enhanced mission outcomes by developing and implementing strategic plans for various projects.
- Managed budgets for multiple projects, optimizing resource allocation to maximize impact on target communities.
- Organized fundraising events and campaigns to support ongoing mission activities, raising awareness about the organization's work among potential donors.
- Successfully completed numerous missions by skillfully coordinating teams of volunteers and professionals across diverse settings.
- Built a network of community contacts who supported missions through donations or services, increasing overall project success rates.
Children's Ministry Director
Karis Children's Home
Kampala
07.2004 - 02.2006
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while minimizing costs for maximum impact on campaign goals.
- Built strong partnerships with community organizations to broaden outreach efforts and increase supporter base.
- Organized successful events ranging from small gatherings to large-scale fundraisers that generated enthusiasm.
- Delivered constructive feedback on children to parents and guardians and informed of any disciplinary issues.
- Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
Education
Higher Diploma - Project Management
Alission Business School
United KingdomBachelor of Arts - Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution
University of Nairobi
KenyaDiploma - Front Office Operations
Utalii College
KenyaHigh School Diploma -
Uthiru Girls High
KenyaSkills
- Project management
- Partnership development
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Volunteer recruitment
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
References
- Simon Ndegwa, Parklands Baptist Church, office@parklandsbaptist.org, +254722845401, Kenya
- Jabu Zwane, info@jabuzwane.com, +27825512652, South Africa
- Samuel Muhima, sammuhima16@gmail.com, +256702992632, Uganda
Timeline
Project Coordinator
Neema kuu women organization
01.2022 - 01.2025
Project Manager
Metrostat Medical Imaging
11.2018 - 11.2021
Shelter Manager
Pretoria Shelter
01.2017 - 10.2018
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Assistant
Deaf Aid
01.2014 - 12.2016
Missions Coordinator
Parklands Baptist Church
09.2007 - 12.2009
Children's Ministry Director
Karis Children's Home
07.2004 - 02.2006
Higher Diploma - Project Management
Alission Business School
Bachelor of Arts - Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution
University of Nairobi
Diploma - Front Office Operations
Utalii College
High School Diploma -
Uthiru Girls High
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