Dorcas Kenanda Nyabuti

DORCAS KENANDA NYABUTI, CAPM® Phone: - Email:-| https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorcaskenandaCAPM EXECUTIVE SUMMARY I am a dynamic, results-driven Project Manager with over four years of experience in leading cross-functional teams and executing diverse projects. My expertise spans project planning, logistics management, retail operations, and process optimization. I excel at streamlining supply chains, driving market entry strategies, and ensuring operational excellence while maintaining rigorous budget oversight and effective stakeholder engagement. Passionate about innovation and customer-centric solutions, I bring a strategic and analytical approach to every project, ensuring that objectives are met on time and within budget. CORE COMPETENCIES  Project Planning & Coordination: Developing and executing detailed project plans and schedules.  Retail & Operations Management: Optimizing retail operations, inventory, and supply chain processes.  Logistics & Event Planning: Coordinating end-to-end event logistics and resource allocation.  Stakeholder Engagement: Building and nurturing long-term relationships with internal and external stakeholders.  Risk & Compliance Management: Identifying risks and ensuring compliance with local regulations.  Cross-Functional Leadership: Leading diverse teams and facilitating effective communication.  Financial Oversight: Budget management, cost control, and resource optimization.  Analytical & Strategic Thinking: Business analysis, process improvement, and problem-solving.  Technical Proficiency: MS Office Suite, Google Workspace CERTIFICATIONS & EDUCATION  Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) – PMI | 2024  Leadership Essentials certificate – DisasterReady.org | 2025  Google project management professional – Google & Coursera | 2024  Agile Software Developer Nanodegree Challenge – Udacity | 2024  Beginner to Project Management by 365 Careers – Udemy | 2023  BSc Analytical Chemistry – Multimedia University of Kenya |- | 2nd Class Upper Division  Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education – Bunyore Girls’ High School | 2014 | B+ PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE TECHNICAL PROJECT MANAGER (INTERNSHIP) IntelliSOFT Consulting Limited – Nairobi, Kenya August 2024 – Present        Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations to optimize efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of project tasks with organizational goals. Coordinate communication between teams to address logistics, risks, and resource needs. Manage comprehensive project documentation, including business requirements, progress reports, training materials, and test scripts. Monitor project metrics to ensure scope, cost, and timeline adherence. Identify and mitigate risks related to logistics, stakeholder alignment, and operational processes. Organize stakeholder meetings to review progress and align on objectives PROJECT MANAGER – LOGISTICS AND EVENT PLANNING Feb 2021 – Present  Coordinating operational setups for various projects and events; including logistics, team coordination, and resource allocation.           Managing event and project logistics, ensuring timely delivery of products and materials while optimizing cost efficiency for new market entries. Assisting in the logistics coordination for product deliveries, tracking shipments, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Acting as the primary liaison between stakeholders and teams, ensuring effective communication and operational updates. Developing detailed project and event plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation. Breaking down projects into manageable tasks and milestones. Defining clear goals, deliverables, and success criteria. Leading project planning for product delivery, stock management, and warehouse setup to ensure smooth execution. Developing and maintaining detailed project plans, budgets, and timelines with risk mitigation strategies. Ensuring compliance with local regulations and safety standards for logistics and staffing. Managing cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, and tracking progress toward key milestones. INTERN Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute May 2019 – August 2019   Supported operational processes, including analytical testing and reporting, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Assisted in resource organization and provided accurate reporting on project progress. REFEREES Matthew Barake Head, Strategic Projects & Programme Management – Naivas Ltd Tel: - | Email:-Valentine Njamiu Senior Project Manager, Carbon Operations, BURN Manufacturing Tel: - | Email:-Dorcas K. Wainaina, OGW Senior Human Resource Management Advisor Tel: - | Email:-