Diana GathoniDG
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Diana Gathoni

@dianagathoni

Digital transformation leader with expertise in customer experience optimization.

Kenya

What I'm looking for

I am seeking a senior managerial position that allows me to leverage my expertise in digital transformation and customer experience to drive innovative solutions and enhance organizational efficiency.

I am an innovative and results-oriented Digital Transformation Specialist with over 13 years of experience, including 7 years in management roles. My expertise lies in crafting and implementing digital strategies that optimize business processes and deliver exceptional customer experience solutions. I have a proven track record in managing teams, forging strategic partnerships, and driving profitability through agile methodologies and data-driven insights.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led significant projects, such as the National Bank of Rwanda’s 5-year digital transformation roadmap, which enhanced service delivery. I have also managed substantial contracts and spearheaded training initiatives across multiple countries, significantly improving service excellence and profitability. My commitment to leveraging technology for business growth and customer satisfaction drives my passion for digital transformation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Digital Transformation Manager

KPMG East Africa

Jul 2022 - Present (2 years 11 months)

Developed digital strategies and transformation roadmaps, enhancing organizational efficiency and co-creating business process redesigns for financial institutions. Established regulatory frameworks incorporating AI and RPA, and directed Microsoft alliance initiatives to drive innovation and revenue growth.

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Digital Transformation Coach

ICEA Group

Feb 2022 - Jul 2022 (5 months)

Guided teams in adopting design thinking methodologies, significantly reducing project timelines and implementing agile project management techniques to boost productivity. Mentored product teams on setting up product backlogs, sprints, and tracking productivity metrics, leading to measurable efficiency gains.

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Product Manager

Tala

Aug 2021 - Jan 2022 (5 months)

Created financial solutions using UX research for diverse global markets and designed user journeys and product requirement documents to enhance app experiences. Influenced product roadmaps with data-driven insights and stakeholder collaboration, implementing new features based on user feedback to improve usability.

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Product and Growth Manager

NCBA Group PLC

Aug 2019 - Aug 2021 (2 years)

Managed digital lending solutions, growing disbursements to Kes. 100M post-launch and increasing the department's P&L by 40% through targeted strategies. Designed customer journeys and growth strategies, performed market analysis, and oversaw the creation and commercialization of the Stawi digital lending app.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of East London logoUL

University of East London

Master of Science, International Business

Currently pursuing a Master of Science in International Business, focusing on advanced concepts in global commerce and strategic management. Engaged in the final project phase, applying theoretical knowledge to real-world business challenges.

University of Nairobi logoUN

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Commerce, Marketing

Completed a Bachelor of Commerce with a specialization in Marketing, gaining foundational knowledge in business principles and market dynamics. Developed skills in strategic marketing, consumer behavior, and business operations.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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