Alex Irungu
@alexirungu1
I build robust software and analyze complex IT systems and data.
SwitzerlandWhat I'm looking for
I've supported Safaricom since 2019 by analyzing IT and software project information, reviewing technical documentation, and creating structured reports, specifications, and executive summaries for management. I use Python, SQL, and Excel for data analysis, reconciliation, reporting, and quality control.
Across Safaricom, Kenya Power and Lighting Company, and Adecco Kenya, I've combined software research, business analysis, project coordination, and technical review. I bring 15+ years of experience and a full-stack foundation in Python, FastAPI, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Docker, PostgreSQL, Kafka, and Redis.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior IT Business Analyst & Software Specialist
Safaricom PLC
Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 9 months)
Analyzed IT business information, supported software development projects, reviewed technical documentation, and prepared structured analytical reports for internal stakeholders.
IT Project & Operations Specialist
Kenya Power and Lighting Company
Aug 2014 - Dec 2018 (4 years 4 months)
Supported IT project and operational teams through software research, information analysis, documentation, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.
IT Business Administration & Research Officer
Safaricom
Sep 2010 - Jul 2014 (3 years 10 months)
Provided administrative, analytical, research, and documentation support in a large consumer-facing telecommunications IT environment.
IT Administrative & Research Assistant
Adecco Kenya
Jan 2007 - Aug 2010 (3 years 7 months)
Reviewed candidate and organizational IT information for completeness and technical consistency. Executed comprehensive online and database-based research to inform decision-making.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Microsoft Learn
Microsoft Excel Advanced, Microsoft Excel
Completed the Microsoft Excel Advanced certification.
Microsoft Learn
Microsoft PowerPoint Professional Presentation, Microsoft PowerPoint
Completed the Microsoft PowerPoint Professional Presentation certification.
University of Nairobi
Master of Business Administration, Business Management, Strategy & Analytics
Completed an MBA with a focus on Business Management, Strategy & Analytics.
IIBA
Business Analysis Fundamentals, Business Analysis
Completed the Business Analysis Fundamentals certification.
PMI
Project Management Fundamentals, Project Management
Completed the Project Management Fundamentals certification.
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Business Management & Information Systems
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a specialization in Business Management & Information Systems.
Kenya High School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
1999 - 2002
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
SwitzerlandAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
Social media
Skills
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