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Richard Kiptoo, Manager / Project Manager

Richard Kiptoo

Manager / Project Manager·upMention Ltd,

Kenya

Bachelor's degree, Software Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 15 years, 7 months

Manager / Project Manager

January 2018 - Present

upMention Ltd,

Nairobi, Kenya

January 2018 - Present

• Provided mentorship and support to IT staff, cultivating a collaborative atmosphere that enhanced productivity and reduced turnover rates.
• Collaborated with senior management to evaluate and integrate emerging technologies, resulting in improved system performance and operational efficiency.
• Designed and maintained internal business applications and customized solutions for Dutch clients, leveraging PHP, JavaScript, and MySQL expertise.
• Managed IT projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with organizational goals.
• Assisted in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, enhancing user satisfaction and system reliability.
• Contributed to the development of IT policies and procedures, promoting best practices in support and administration.

Company industry:
Computer Hardware & High-Tech Manufacture
Job role:
Information Technology

Project Manager / Software developer

January 2012 - January 2018

upMention Ltd,

Nairobi, Kenya

January 2012 - January 2018

• Led IT support initiatives, aligning technical solutions with user needs and organizational goals.
• Managed support ticket systems and resource allocation, effectively reducing response times and enhancing service delivery.
• Implemented IT best practices and troubleshooting methodologies, improving team efficiency and user satisfaction.
• Created and maintained detailed IT documentation, ensuring clear communication of technical processes and support updates to stakeholders.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve technical issues, fostering a proactive IT environment.
• Assisted in the development and execution of IT strategies, contributing to the overall improvement of IT services and infrastructure.

Company industry:
Computer Hardware & High-Tech Manufacture
Job role:
Information Technology

Software Developer

December 2010 - January 2012

Blueweb Technologies,

Nairobi, Kenya

December 2010 - January 2012

• Developed and maintained web applications using PHP, JavaScript, CSS, and HTML, improving user experience and functionality.
• Optimized database queries and application logic, achieving faster load times and enhanced overall performance.
• Collaborated with clients and stakeholders to gather precise requirements, delivering customized IT solutions that align with business objectives.
• Established SVN for version control, promoting effective teamwork and ensuring smooth deployment processes in production environments.
• Provided technical support and troubleshooting for end-users, enhancing system reliability and user satisfaction.
• Assisted in IT project management, contributing to the successful delivery of IT initiatives and solutions.

Company industry:
IT Services
Job role:
Information Technology

Education

Kenyatta University

December 2010

December 2010

Bachelor's degree, Software Engineering

Kenya

GPA (rating): Very good

GPA (rating): Very good

I Got Second Class honors(Upper division)

Tambach High School

November 2004

November 2004

High school or equivalent, Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Kenya

GPA (rating): Very good

GPA (rating): Very good

I got A-

Skills

Software Development

Expert

IT Technical Support

Expert

Web Development

Expert

Web Design

Expert

IP Networking

Expert

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING

Intermediate

CASCADING STYLE SHEETS CSS

Intermediate

CYBER SECURITY

Intermediate

HTML SCRIPTING

Intermediate

INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY

Intermediate

JAVASCRIPT PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE

Intermediate

LEADERSHIP

Intermediate

PHP SCRIPTING LANGUAGE

Intermediate

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT

Intermediate

WEB APPLICATIONS

Intermediate

Languages

English

Expert

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Oracle Database 11g
CCNA
Google Project Management – Online Certificate
Google Cybersecurity Certificate – Online Certificate
Microsoft Cybersecurity Analyst – Online Certificate

Hobbies and interests

Reading

Best Student of year 2004