Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 5 years of experience in product management and design, the expert excels in product strategy, agile development, B2B, SaaS, and team leadership. Career highlights include securing $3.8 million in scholarships for educational initiatives in Rwanda and introducing productivity tools and methodologies like Scrum to teams. Responsibilities have included designing college counseling programs and developing curricula for Bridge2Rwanda University. The expert has consistently worked on projects that enhance systems and processes, achieving significant returns on funding.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across educational sector development projects in Rwanda, securing $3.8 million in scholarships and funding for Rwanda Coding Academy's first class of students, with substantial contributions from the Ministry of ICT. This achievement reflects the expert's capability in managing funds effectively and delivering high returns on investment. The focus on education sector development underscores the expert's dedication to fostering educational opportunities and development cooperation.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in sectors such as food security, health, administration, food processing and safety, and grants and grant schemes, the expert has held roles in product management, learning experience design, and college counseling. Responsibilities have included securing substantial funding, curriculum development, and leading academic programs. The expert has applied cross-cutting expertise in digital tools and methodologies, such as Scrum, to enhance educational initiatives and development projects in Rwanda. Extensive experience in Kenya and Rwanda has provided the expert with a deep understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics, particularly in the context of international education and development cooperation.

Languages and education

Proficient in English and French, the expert utilizes these languages in professional contexts across Kenya and Rwanda, supporting work in multilingual teams and international projects. This linguistic competence facilitates communication and collaboration in diverse environments. The expert holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science from African Leadership University, Kigali, Rwanda, graduating with Second Class Honors – Upper Division. Additionally, the expert has obtained a Product Manager Certification from Product School and a Scrum Master Certification from LinkedIn Learning in 2022.