Jennifer WamuyuJW

Jennifer Wamuyu

@jenniferwamuyu

Experienced currency manager with leadership skills

Kenya

What I'm looking for

Seeking a challenging role in currency management or risk assessment

I am a dedicated and results-driven professional with over a decade of experience in currency management, risk assessment, and financial operations. My expertise includes verifying deposits, facilitating withdrawals, and coordinating currency stock movements. I have a proven track record of leadership, having spearheaded key projects such as the T24 R9 implementation, budget planning, risk management, and performance framework.

As a T24 Champion and Risk Liaison Champion, I thrive in collaborative environments, providing guidance and support to ensure seamless operations. I have demonstrated exemplary leadership as a Co-Custodian, overseeing vault operations with a focus on integrity, security, accuracy, and efficiency. I have effectively managed risks associated with currency operations and ensured compliance with regulatory standards.

I hold an MBA in Finance from Kenyatta University and am a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya. I have also completed a course in Data Science with Python from JKUAT. I possess strong communication skills, a passion for continuous improvement, and a commitment to excellence, making me a valuable asset to any organization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

CK
Current

Senior Currency Officer

Central Bank of Kenya

Jul 2018 - Present (6 years 11 months)

Over a decade of experience in currency management, risk assessment, and financial operations at the Central Bank of Kenya. Demonstrated leadership in overseeing vault operations and implementing key projects like T24 R9. Skilled in verifying deposits, facilitating withdrawals, and managing currency stock movements with a focus on accuracy and compliance.

CK

Bank Officer

Central Bank of Kenya

Sep 2010 - Jul 2018 (7 years 10 months)

Managed deposits and withdrawals for commercial banks, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Conducted monthly stock takes and generated reports to support decision-making. Played a key role in implementing the Performance Management Framework and managing the Centre's budget.

KC

Project Accountant

Kenya Inter Religious AIDS Consortium

Oct 2009 - Apr 2010 (6 months)

Executed core accounting functions including ledger maintenance and financial statement preparation. Managed procurement processes and payroll operations while ensuring compliance with financial policies and donor reporting requirements.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kenyatta University logoKU

Kenyatta University

Master of Business Administration, Finance

2024 - 2024

Pursuing an MBA in Finance, focusing on financial management, investment strategies, and corporate finance.

JKUAT logoJK

JKUAT

Certificate, Data Science

2023 - 2023

Completed a course in Data Science with Python, focusing on data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling.

PS

Private Study

Certified Public Accountant, Accounting

2012 - 2012

Achieved certification as a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K), demonstrating proficiency in accounting principles and practices.

Kenyatta University logoKU

Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Arts, Economics

2009 - 2009

Grade: Second class honours

Studied Economics with a focus on economic theory, policy analysis, and quantitative methods, achieving Second Class Honours.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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