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JK@joelkilonzo
PMP-certified project specialist skilled in humanitarian and technical project management
KenyaSeeking a project management role where I can apply Agile, Hybrid, and Waterfall methodologies, stakeholder collaboration, and data-driven decision-making. Passionate about leading cross-functional teams, controlling WIPs, optimizing workflows, and driving impactful initiatives across industries.
I am a passionate and results-driven Programme Officer with expertise in community engagement, refugee resettlement, project coordination, and resilience programming. PMP-certified with a strong foundation in Agile, Iterative, Hybrid, and Waterfall methodologies, I excel in managing projects efficiently while driving digital and green transformation initiatives. My work in refugee protection and humanitarian response involves multi-stakeholder collaboration, data-driven decision-making, and capacity building to promote sustainable development. With a certification in Python for Data Science, I leverage data analytics and visualization tools like Power BI and Tableau to enhance evidence-based policy advocacy and improve project outcomes.
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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Church World Service
Jan 2022 - Mar 2025 (3 years 2 months)
Facilitated sprint retrospective sessions to improve refugee resettlement processing timelines. Managed Kanban boards for workflow visualization and engaged stakeholders like UNHCR and IOM for effective interventions. Prioritized cases for high-risk refugee groups and delivered training programs to enhance efficiency.
Church World Service
Jan 2019 - Aug 2023 (4 years 7 months)
Conducted refugee case evaluations across Trans-Saharan Africa, ensuring accurate documentation and protection planning. Facilitated multi-agency collaboration for successful refugee processing and applied Agile principles to improve workflows. Utilized Power BI and Tableau for data-driven decision-making.
Devki Group of Companies
Jan 2019 - Jan 2022 (3 years)
Conducted community needs assessments and data analytics to identify humanitarian needs. Developed and implemented targeted interventions in welfare, education, and public health. Engaged stakeholders for resource mobilization and monitored program performance for continuous improvement.
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
TABachelor's Degree, Development Studies
2017 - 2021
Grade: 2nd class honors, upper division
Development Studies graduate with expertise in project management, humanitarian response, and stakeholder collaboration.
MUAssociate Degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
2011 - 2014
Grade: pass
Associate Degree graduate in Electrical Engineering with expertise in installation, automation, and power systems.
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