Mike Mwenda

 MIKE MWENDA RIUNGU - -| Nairobi, 047 Objective Summary Driven Procurement and Administrative professional with experience in logistics, cost analysis, and vendor relations. Skilled in inventory management, data organization, and records maintenance. Education 2018 - 2022 High School Diploma Meru School, Nairobi (Graduated: Mar 2022) 2022 - 2026 Bachelor of Arts – cyber security and ethical hacking(Expected Graduation: May 2026) University of lancashire, Nairobi WORK EXPERIENCE January 2023 – June 2024 Head of IT and cyber security Ceffra, Chuka IT Strategy and Planning: Develop and implement a comprehensive IT strategy aligned with the overall business goals. Identify and evaluate new technologies to enhance efficiency and competitiveness. Forecast future IT needs and budget accordingly. Leadership and Management: Lead and mentor the IT team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Recruit, train, and retain top IT talent. Set performance goals and conduct regular performance reviews. Risk Management and Security: Ensure robust cybersecurity measures are in place to protect sensitive data and systems. Develop disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Regularly assess and mitigate IT risks. Vendor Management: Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with external technology vendors. Evaluate and select technology solutions that best fit the organization's needs. Budget Management: Develop and manage the IT department's budget. Monitor expenses and ensure cost-effectiveness. Operational Responsibilities: Infrastructure Management: Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of IT infrastructure (hardware, software, networks). Ensure system reliability, availability, and performance. Plan and execute infrastructure upgrades and expansions. Software Development and Management: Manage software development projects and ensure timely delivery. Maintain and update existing software applications. Evaluate and implement new software solutions. Help Desk and Technical Support: Ensure efficient and timely resolution of technical issues for employees. Monitor and improve help desk performance. Data Management: Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with regulations. Manage data backup and recovery processes. June 2022– Dec 2022 Assistant Children Officer Kajiado County, Nairobi | June 2022 – Dec 2022 Increased value by driving quality improvement and cost reduction through sourcing initiatives and vendor selection. Implemented procedures to enhance operational efficiency and performance. Assistant Secretary Strathmore University, Nairobi Drafted and proofread office communications, including memos, minutes, and newsletters. Managed incoming correspondence, deliveries, and visitor reception in adherence to company policies. Maintained organized filing systems for both physical and digital documents. May 2019 – Dec 2019 Article Writer Standard Newspaper, Nairobi | May 2019 – Dec 2019 Conducted thorough research to ensure the factual accuracy of written content. Adapted writing style to effectively engage diverse audiences. Produced creative, error-free content through strong writing and editing skills. SKILLS Inventory Management Procurement Cost Calculation Data Organization Vendor Relations Negotiation Records Maintenance Creative Thinking Equipment Operation Planning Research Languages English Native language Swahili Advanced in reading Writing and speaking Computer skills Microsoft Office Suite Word Excel PowerPoint Management Software Trello Monday.com Cloud storage OneDrive microsoft's cloud storage Dropbox References