VINCENT BOB OKUMU TAMBO
P.O. Box-, Nairobi
Tel:-,-
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Summary
I am a recent Bachelor of Business Information Technology (BBIT) graduate with one-year working experience as site manager at Construction Company. Five months working experience as Business Development manager, where I represented the company at different forums, and managing company PR. Currently I am working with Bollore-Logistics as a Control Tower Operator managing the Trucks Database at the Kenya Breweries Ltd site. I also worked as IT Support for the Square Warehouse Management System with Platinum Outsourcing and Logistics at the same place (KBL). I am knowledgeable about the new system and have gained and learned new managerial skills and ability to provide solutions to different challenges that arise, also offered support for all Information Technology products and services to all the companies I have worked with. I am knowledgeable in installation, configuration, upgrading and operation, troubleshooting of computer hardware, software, and peripherals, including printers and other related devices. I am also a diploma holder in Flight dispatch and operation control; where I learned more about flight planning, meteorology, Radio Telephony. Currently, I am looking for a position where I can learn and gain more skills related to the industry.
Personal Details
Year of birth: 12th December 1987 Languages: English and Swahili
Education
Bachelor of Business Information Technology (BBIT) Second Class Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture& Technology,-
Diploma in Flight Dispatch (Credit), Nairobi Aviation College, January 2009-December 2009
Kenya Certificate of Education, B- (minus), Pe- Hill High School,-
Key Skills and Competencies Acquired
Managerial and problem solving skills
Procurement skills.
Adobe Illustrator skills
Recruitment skills
KBL Brands knowledge
Inventory Management Skills
Land search and planning skills
Basic Concept of IT, Using the Computer and Managing Files, Spreadsheet, Database, Presentation, Information and Communication, Ms. Office and SPSS
Knowledgeable in Computer Operating System update and Installation
Innate ability to work with computers, networks and various types of software
Knowledge of hardware and system architecture
Ability to accurately and adequately troubleshoot, diagnose and repair computer systems
Knowledge of diverse communication technologies and standards for network operations, including network operating systems, security, cabling and inter-networking principles with local and wide area networks and related systems and hardware
Proficiency in leading-edge computer technologies and practical knowledge of databases
Wide knowledge of soft basic computer applications, IT skills and use of software
Work History
Control Tower Operator-IT at KBL
(Under)
Bollore Transport Logistics with Platinum Outsourcing Logistics: Aug 2018- Present
Duties and responsibilities
1. Trucks database manager.
2. Coordinate movement of various vehicles on the service lane.
3. Verify and provide clearance to the Truck drivers within the site.
4. Ensuring the Truck turnaround time is minimal.
5. Ease truck movement.
6. Ensure correct data is entered by the Yard Marshals.
IT Support at KBL
(Under)
Bollore-Logistics with Platinum Outsourcing Logistics: June 2018-July 2018
Duties and responsibilities
1. Supporting warehouse clerks and ensuring data entered is correct Understanding Inventory and sharing the information to the relevant staffs.
2. Researching and troubleshooting procedure and software related issues.
3. Troubleshooting RF Gun in case there are problems with its operations
4. Understanding brand
5. Troubleshooting RF Gun in case there are problems with its operations
6. Leads or assists in training all WMS users as well as other IT related local training on implemented systems and process changes including the use of RF gun
7. Establishes and maintains a safe and healthy work environment, provides a high level of safety awareness among team members by continuous communication, education and enforcement of safe work practices. Ensures work areas are hazard free, clean and orderly at all times.
8. Warehouse Replenishment, ensuring that pickers always have enough inventory
9. Controls inventory levels by conducting physical counts; reconciling with data storage system.
10. Cycle Counting Process to eliminate error of omission during physical counting
11. Ensuring the pallets is arranged according to the square standards.
12. Troubleshoot configuration, data, and hardware problems.
13. Mentors less experienced team members on Manhattan concepts and tool suites
14. Leads or assists in training all WMS users as well as other IT related local training on implemented systems and process changes.
Project/Site Manager – Construction
Uniq Consortium LTD: July 2017- June 2018
Duties and responsibilities
1. Managing day-to-day activities within the Construction site.
2. Taking part in critical decision making.
3. In Charge of procurement of all the materials used on site.
4. In charge of Acquiring lands, property and performing land search as required by the Kenyan law.
5. Payment of land rates yearly
6. Following up with the Attorney regarding any legal matters
7. Ensuring that work done is efficient.
8. Design the Company Logo Using Adobe Illustrator.
9. Prepare laborers Payroll.
10. Inspect all the materials to be used on site.
11. Paying labors their weekly and monthly salaries
12. Represent the project owner in all the day-to-day activities.
13. Allocate work to different people on site.
14. Chair of all the meetings on site.
Business Development Manager – IT
Woodbridge Group Limited, October 2016- Feb 2017
Duties and responsibilities
1. Managing company day to day activities
2. Managing Company PR
3. Managing Petersberg estate and ensuring the standards are kept at best
4. Maintenance and updating of the Tenants register
5. Preparing tender documents and delivery notes
6. Collecting statements forwarded to the company
7. Deliver products on behalf of the company C.E.O
8. Represent to company/ organization at external and internal events.
9. Responsible for ensuring that the service is delivered to agreed standards
10. Undertake from time to time such other tasks as may be required including administrative duties in connection with the post
11. Help develop and implement IT standards and policies, and provide technical support and solutions to meet the needs of the organization.
12. Working with “super users” in all departments of the organization to ensure the use of consistent, high standards in the management of information;
13. Represent the C.E.O on business and company errands as instructed
14. Scheduling of software upgrades time and security backups.
15. Responsible for managing or contributing to various IT projects.
16. Taking part in influencing and advising on the equipment or software selection process
17. Setting up and monitoring contracts with external suppliers/ clients as required;
18. Financial tracking and monitoring of contract income
19. Development of workforce plans including competency frameworks to meet the
Operational requirements of the organization
20. Collectively working with commissioners and senior operational managers across sectors to strengthen the role and contribution of existing services and create new opportunities for services within a whole-system of operation.
21. Management of change plans including internal and external communications, HR and Related technical issues.
22. Prepare reports for company record keeping and for the C.E.O i.e. company activities and Petersberg Estate
23. Client relation with business clients and Petersberg tenants
24. Research on hospitality, event management, resort operations and service provision for business
25. Provide monthly reports to Management on all operational activities
26. Contribute to short and long-term organizational planning and strategy
27. Improve processes and policies in support of organizational goals. Formulate and implement departmental and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output. Monitor adherence to rules, regulations, and procedures
IT & T Support assistant
Kenya Power and Lighting Co., September 2014-December 2014;
Duties and Responsibilities:
Basic computing and how a computer works
Operating systems, applications and annual routine maintenance
Installation and updating of software programs such as integrated Customer Service, Design and construction and system application product
Servers and their functions
Checked all systems the organization runs. Some of them are integrated Customer Service, Design, and construction and system application product
Printers installation and connection — both local and network printers
The configuration of LANs and WANs networks and the equipment used in creating one
Upgrading of the systems and when necessary
Migrations of the systems as and when necessary
Installation of SCADA, Radio, Telephony/Data/PABX, Ripple, fiber and Power Line Communication (PLC)
Clerk;
Chanjo Construction Limited, June 2011- May 2012;
Duties and Responsibilities:
Managed the movement of materials and documents to various offices
Monitored, purchasing and liquidating items
Summarized orders received from the customers
Assisted in all areas of logistics
Updated and oversaw databases updates
Clerk;
Kenya Airport Parking services, January 2011- April 2011;
Duties and Responsibilities:
Maintained data security and confidentiality
Offered support with data scanning and verification
Cleaned and ensured completeness of electronic and hard copy data
Other Work Experience
Lectured Management and Business Mathematics Units to the year One student at The East African University for One Semester
Clearing and forwarding, loading and offloading, Signon Ltd
Exam Invigilator, Kenya Institute of Management (KIM), June 2016
Chair of Commissioner, JKUAT (JKUSA ELECTION), January 2016- April 2016
Leadership Positions:
A founder of Jomo Kenyatta University Student Organization (JKUSO) Within the Nairobi CBD Campus
Seventh Day Adventist youth communication Director at SDA Church Umoja Nairobi
Youth Patron at SDA Umoja Nairobi
Former Student representative at JKUAT CBD Campus
Treasurer in a Youth Organization (Blessed Caterers and Event Organizer)
Event Coordinator
Hobbies
Travelling, Cooking, reading inspirational books, Event planning, listening to motivational talks.
Referees
Mr. Victor Wanjohi
ICT Developer and Graphic Illustrator
Woodbridge Group Ltd
Tel:-
Email:-Mr. Simon Nchore
Project Manager
Uniq Consortium LTD
Tel:-
Email:-Mr. Tollbert Owino
System Analyst
Bolloré Transport and Logistics
Tel:-
Email:-
