Mercy Keraro

. Mercy Keraro Project Manager Nairobi, Kenya -- A Multi-talented and versatile Project Manager with 10+ years experience in topnotch implementation and management abilities. Highly organized, methodical and skilled at overseeing daily milestones across high-performance teams. Well-versed in project planning and deployment. Skills Advanced problem solving Excellent MS Office Suite Excellent Time management Excellent Article writing proficiency Excellent Budgeting Excellent Program Development And Management Excellent Program Leadership Excellent Staff Management Excellent Scheduling Excellent Work History 2021-05 - Current Clean Tech Recruitment The BerknerGroup, United Sates • Sourcing and screening candidates for clean tech companies. • Consulting on climate related issues. 2010-08 - Current . Kenya Program Director TurningPoint Counseling Solutions, Nairobi, Kenya • Drafted and presented grant proposals. • Liaised with the CEO to formulate organizational strategies. • Board member. • Developed the good study habits program from ground up, laying out framework and defining roles. • Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements. 2015-10 - 2017-11 Kenya Program Manager BioLite Inc, Nairobi, Kenya • Leading and motivating a team of 13 field staff & two Cluster Managers. • Working directly with Equity Bank and Juhudi Kilimo (Local MFI), to manage the business strategy and sustainably grow sales of the BioLite HomeStove and other solar products. • Strategizing, planning, and driving commercial and research projects to meet project milestones. • Planning, booking, and tracking of product and inventory within the operational region. • Responsible for timely and accurate financial accounting across operations, including: payroll, invoices, program expenses, and budgetary compliance. • Delivered training for staff development, change management and materials, process and technical controls. • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones. • Improved success of program by making proactive adjustments to operations. 2015-08 - 2015-10 Relationship Manager VAELL Kenya Ltd, Nairobi, Kenya • Managed relationships with banks and financiers. • Credit analysis and approvals. • Risk analysis and management. • Monitored issues carefully and reached out to customers to provide immediate resolution and maintain satisfaction. • Generated new business and referral clients in partnership with financial advisors and branch team. . 2014-05 - 2015-08 Operations Coordinator ClimatePal Ltd, Embu, Kenya • Managed operations in 3 districts. • Managed 11 field officers. • Media relations. • Collaborated with area managers to evaluate needs and optimize operational plans. • Evaluated upcoming program plans to forecast expected resource needs. • Reconciled monthly operating budgets and shared information with senior management team. 2013-01 - 2014-05 Quality Control & Monitoring Manager Kenya ClimatePal Ltd, Embu, Kenya • Quality control and assurance. • Monitoring and evaluation. • Organizing and conducting stakeholder consultations. • Managing 10 Field officers Date from - Date to Location Company Position. • Created and deployed best practices to improve efficiency and reduce defects. • Monitored performance and generated reports detailing quality of product and defect rates. • Streamlined QA processes by working closely with development teams and staying abreast of changing product demands. 2010-08 - 2012-03 Stakeholder Coordinator/Head Community Projects Officer Carbon Zero Kenya, Mombasa, Kenya • Meeting area administration and local groups. • Training all beneficiaries Carbon Zero Kenya LTD stoves and other project components. • Undertaking pre-project data gathering • Organizing (in liaison with UK and Kenya Head Office) stakeholder meetings • Reviewed project documents and supporting materials. • Reporting and documentation • Inspected deliverables at different stages to maintain quality standards. Education 2012-09 - 2014-12 MBA: Project Management University of Nairobi - Kenya 2006-09 - 2010-04 Bch: Environmental Science Kenyatta University – Kenya . . Accomplishments • Collaborated with team of 20 in the development of Biolite Homestove2. • Supervised team of 13 staff members as the Kenya Program Manager. • Successfully launched the Hifadhi cookstove project in Embu, Kenya Certifications IELTS Referees Nathalie Weisman, Former Project Director, Livelihoods project. Paris-France. Tel: - Email:-Douglas Nyandoro, CEO, TurningPoint Counseling Solutions, Nairobi-Kenya. Tel: - Email:-Daniel Wald, Former Operations & sales Director, BioLite Inc. Brooklyn-USA. Tel: - Email:-