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Lolla Nkatha

@lollankatha

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Dynamic project coordinator passionate about empowering women-led ventures.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters innovation and supports women-led initiatives, offering opportunities for growth and collaboration.

I am a dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in project coordination and entrepreneurship program management. My journey has been marked by a commitment to fostering startup growth and driving measurable outcomes in hybrid work environments. I have successfully spearheaded innovation programs, such as the Mozilla Africa Mradi Innovation Program, which accelerated the growth of startups and empowered over 50 tech talents through the Digital Africa Talent 4 Startups Project.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong ability to design and deliver impactful initiatives, particularly in advancing women-led ventures. As the Program Coordinator for the Standard Chartered Women in Tech Program, I led the planning and execution of programs that supported the growth of over 40 women-led startups annually. My passion for empowering tech talent and leveraging digital tools has allowed me to streamline processes and enhance program efficiency, resulting in significant revenue increases for participating ventures.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Project Program Manager

Current

Global Digital Solutions Network

Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Designed and launched online training programs, reaching over 300 participants. Managed cross-functional remote teams using digital tools, achieving a 98% project satisfaction rate.

Project Management Remote Team Training Development Stakeholder Engagement

Current

Project Coordinator

Current

iBizAfrica Incubation Centre – Strathmore University

Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)

Spearheaded innovation programs, including the Mozilla Africa Mradi Innovation Program, accelerating the growth of startups. Coordinated the Digital Africa Talent 4 Startups Project, overseeing the training and job placement of over 50 tech talents for the youth in digital professions.

Project Coordination Stakeholder Management Data Analysis Event Management

Program Coordinator

iBizAfrica Incubation Centre – Strathmore University

Nov 2021 - Oct 2023 (1 year 11 months)

Led the planning, execution, and evaluation of the Women in Tech Program, supporting the growth of 40+ women-led ventures annually. Managed funding disbursements totaling $150,000, ensuring compliance and timely delivery.

Project Coordination Stakeholder Management Data Analysis Event Management

Administrative Assistant

iBizAfrica Incubation Centre – Strathmore University

Nov 2021 - Oct 2023 (1 year 11 months)

Supported the implementation of Her Hustle and the Kenya Innovation Bridge Project, boosting visibility for the companies. Strengthened supplier relationships, reducing administrative delays by 25%.

Administrative Support Stakeholder Management Data Analysis Event Management

Data Collection Volunteer

Riruta Health Centre

Maintained accurate patient records, enhancing service delivery by 20%. Coordinated referrals, addressing client needs effectively.

Data Management Stakeholder Engagement Reporting Service Delivery Coordination

Finance Intern

Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA)

Sep 2019 - Dec 2019 (3 months)

Reconciled accounts and streamlined financial operations for 66 tea factories, reducing discrepancies by 20%. Conducted research to enhance payment processing systems, improving efficiency by 15%.

Financial Management Data Analysis ERP Systems Reporting Research