Lydia Mavumbo
@lydiamavumbo
Strategic Project Manager with over 10 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic and results-oriented Project Manager with over 10 years of experience driving cross-functional project delivery across remote and multicultural environments. My expertise lies in Agile methodologies, stakeholder engagement, KPI tracking, and digital platform adoption. I have successfully managed complex operations for donor-funded and tech-enabled programs in East and Southern Africa, demonstrating my ability to launch and scale multi-country projects.
Throughout my career, I have led full project lifecycles from initiation to post-launch evaluation, ensuring seamless execution in high-growth, tech-driven environments. I am adept at using visual tools such as Lucidchart and Monday.com to support clear communication and collaborative planning. My passion for driving innovation is matched by my proven ability to develop project documentation and support project scope definition and cost estimation.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Special Projects Manager
Church World Service – RSC Africa
Oct 2021 - Mar 2025 (3 years 5 months)
Led the NIST Audit preparation project and directed the launch of the CWS Rwanda office. Managed project initiation, cross-functional alignment, and milestone tracking while implementing Monday.com for project management.
Travel and Logistics Officer
Church World Service – RSC Africa
Feb 2018 - Oct 2021 (3 years 8 months)
Developed travel logistics SOPs and managed travel budgets, achieving significant improvements in budget accuracy. Coordinated mission travel across multiple countries and mentored new team members.
Case Processing Supervisor
Church World Service – RSC Africa
Jun 2017 - Mar 2018 (9 months)
Designed a new case processing unit and managed team performance, achieving a significant reduction in data processing errors. Optimized documentation flows to enhance case turnaround times.
Field Team Supervisor
Church World Service – RSC Africa
Dec 2016 - Feb 2017 (2 months)
Supervised field teams and coordinated logistics for operations, ensuring effective communication and support across various projects.
Team Leader
Church World Service – RSC Africa
Aug 2013 - Nov 2015 (2 years 3 months)
Led a team in delivering project objectives, ensuring effective collaboration and communication among team members.
Senior Caseworker
Church World Service – RSC Africa
Jan 2012 - Jul 2013 (1 year 6 months)
Managed casework processes and provided support to clients, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and procedures.
Caseworker
Church World Service – RSC Africa
Feb 2010 - Jan 2011 (11 months)
Provided casework support and managed documentation for clients, ensuring timely processing and adherence to protocols.
Case Processing Assistant
Church World Service – RSC Africa
May 2009 - Nov 2009 (6 months)
Assisted in case processing and documentation, supporting the team in achieving operational goals.
Program and Personal Assistant
WMG Consultancy Ltd
Dec 2007 - Dec 2008 (1 year)
Provided administrative support to programs and personal tasks, ensuring efficient operations and communication.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute
Certificate, Project Management
2024 - 2024
Achieved PRINCE 2 Foundation Certificate, enhancing project management skills and understanding of project lifecycles and methodologies.
Moi University
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
2001 - 2005
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, focusing on social behavior, institutions, and the dynamics of society. Developed critical thinking and analytical skills through coursework and research projects.
International University of Professional Studies
Diploma, Management Information Systems
2000 - 2001
Earned an IMIS Diploma, which provided foundational knowledge in management information systems and their applications in business environments.
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