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Leah Kagure

@leahkagure

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Technical Lead with expertise in project management and UX design.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth opportunities.

I am a dedicated Technical Lead at Salve International, where I spearhead the Monitoring & Evaluation for the Talanta Hela Initiative, impacting over 1,000 stakeholders across six counties. My role involves delivering comprehensive financial statements and narrative reports that enhance decision-making across diverse teams. I have successfully directed UX design and project management for our website, significantly increasing site visits and engagement.

In my previous freelance role as a Technical Writer, I honed my research and documentation skills, collaborating with clients across various domains including IT and Cybersecurity. My ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously has allowed me to grow my client portfolio to 20, demonstrating my adaptability and commitment to excellence. I also have experience as an IT Intern, where I contributed to AI annotation projects and led a data collection initiative, showcasing my leadership and technical skills.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Technical Lead

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Salve International

Jun 2023 - Present (2 years)

Led Monitoring & Evaluation for the Talanta Hela Initiative, managing engagement with stakeholders across six counties. Delivered financial statements and reports, directed UX design for the website, and managed a significant procurement tender for the Ministry of Youth Affairs.

Monitoring UX Design Project Management SEO Google Analytics Financial Reporting Stakeholder Engagement Procurement WordPress Communication Skills

Technical Writer

Freelance

Jan 2021 - Mar 2024 (3 years 2 months)

Conducted in-depth research and wrote high-quality documentation for clients in various domains. Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and fostering collaboration.

Technical Writing Research Documentation Project Management Client Communication Content Creation Presentation Skills Time Management

Project Lead

Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Adoption Initiative

Oct 2018 - Mar 2021 (2 years 5 months)

Led a team to drive GIS technology adoption across county governments, improving decision-making and resource allocation. Engaged stakeholders and coordinated project operations effectively.

GIS Stakeholder Engagement Resource Allocation Team Coordination Communication Strategic Partnerships Project Management Process Improvement

IT Intern

Daproim Africa

Nov 2019 - Jan 2020 (2 months)

Contributed to AI annotation projects and led a data collection project. Managed communication with clients and ensured project timelines were met while adhering to confidentiality protocols.

Annotating Data Analysis Project Management Communication Data Management Confidentiality Team Coordination Machine Learning

Student Attaché

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Sep 2018 - Jan 2019 (4 months)

Assisted in developing a weather mobile application for farmers and contributed to a research initiative on big data applications in agriculture, showcasing technical proficiency.

Mobile Application Development Data Collection Technical Proficiency Collaboration Research Problem Solving Communication

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Project Management Institute

Certification, Project Management

Actively pursuing Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification to enhance project management skills and methodologies.

McKinsey Academy

Certification, Business Strategy

2024 - 2024

Participating in the McKinsey Forward Program to develop advanced skills in strategic thinking and problem-solving in a business context.

African Leadership University

Certification, Software Engineering

2022 - 2023

Completed a Software Engineering certification with a specialization in Frontend Development, enhancing skills in web technologies and user interface design.

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

Bachelor of Science, Computer Technology

2016 - 2021

Bachelor of Science in Computer Technology with a focus on software engineering principles and practices. Developed skills in programming, data analysis, and user experience design, preparing for a career in technology and software development.