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Timothy Mburu, Head, IT Operations

Timothy Mburu

Head, IT Operations·CBA Bank Kenya Ltd

Kenya

Master's degree, Information Systems

Work experience

Total years of experience: 24 years, 3 months

Head, IT Operations

April 2015 - Present

CBA Bank Kenya Ltd

Kenya

April 2015 - Present

• Led IT Operations for CBA Group, ensuring alignment of IT services with customer and internal user needs to enhance satisfaction.
• Implemented robust IT Governance frameworks to streamline decision-making and compliance.
• Managed IT Service Management processes, improving service delivery and incident response times.
• Oversaw IT Operations Management, optimizing resource allocation and operational efficiency.
• Developed and maintained a comprehensive Service Portfolio Management strategy to meet evolving business demands.
• Fostered strong communication and relationship management practices, enhancing collaboration across teams.
• Spearheaded Service and Corporate Planning initiatives, driving strategic alignment and operational excellence.

Company industry:
Banking
Job role:
Information Technology

Manager, ICT Quality Assurance

July 2013 - April 2015

Co-operative Bank of Kenya

Kenya

July 2013 - April 2015

• Spearheaded the development and enhancement of Quality Assurance strategies, processes, and guidelines within the Bank, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.
• Championed adherence to Quality Assurance protocols for all ICT projects, driving consistency and excellence across the organization.
• Conducted thorough investigations and analyses to resolve system problems and performance issues, enhancing overall system reliability and user satisfaction.
• Oversaw comprehensive testing strategies, managing both functional and non-functional testing aspects, while effectively forecasting and allocating test resources across multiple projects.
• Implemented regular quality assessments, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence within IT operations.

Company industry:
Banking
Job role:
Information Technology

Quality Assurance Team Lead

June 2011 - April 2013

Bridge International Academies

Kenya

June 2011 - April 2013

• Led a high-performing team of quality assurance engineers to enhance software quality control across all systems.
• Trained and mentored quality assurance engineers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skill development.
• Established and implemented best practices for software quality and testing, ensuring consistency across all projects.
• Identified and set up effective quality assurance processes, tools, and methodologies to streamline software development.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on quality standards and deliverables.
• Championed a proactive approach to quality assurance, resulting in improved software reliability and user satisfaction.

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School
Job role:
Information Technology

Software QA and Systems Administrator

April 2005 - June 2011

Ascribe Limited

Kenya

April 2005 - June 2011

• Spearheading the management of software deliverables to ensure timely and quality releases.
• Crafting comprehensive test plans and executing both automated and manual testing to enhance software reliability.
• Overseeing software testing processes and utilizing defect tracking tools to streamline issue resolution.
• Effectively replicating customer support issues to drive resolution and improve user satisfaction.
• Delivering first-line technical support to users, enhancing operational efficiency and user experience.
• Administering systems to maintain optimal performance and security across IT infrastructure.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align IT operations with business objectives and drive continuous improvement.

Company industry:
Other Healthcare Services
Job role:
Information Technology

Systems Analyst / Programmer

January 2002 - March 2005

IBIS Systems Limited

Kenya

January 2002 - March 2005

• Led comprehensive systems analysis, design, development, and implementation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency.
• Spearheaded application software development using Progress 4GL and RDBMS, delivering robust solutions tailored to client needs.
• Executed database development and administration with Progress RDBMS, ensuring optimal performance and data integrity.
• Collaborated closely with the technical director to refine program specifications, aligning technology with business objectives.
• Managed systems administration across diverse environments, both in-office and at client sites, ensuring seamless operations.
• Delivered exceptional technical support to clients and end users, resolving issues promptly and enhancing user satisfaction.
• Conducted training sessions for clients on new software applications, empowering them with the skills to maximize technology use.

Company industry:
Business Consultancy Services
Job role:
Information Technology

Education

University of Nairobi

December 2015

December 2015

Master's degree, Information Systems

Kenya

Master of Science in Information Systems
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Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

April 2001

April 2001

Bachelor's degree, BSc Science

Kenya

Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics and Physics

Skills

CISM
Expert
CISM
Expert
CISA
Expert
CISA
Expert
ITIL
Expert
ITIL
Expert
Software Quality Assurance
Expert
Software Quality Assurance
Expert
IT Operations
Expert
IT Operations
Expert
Communication Skills
Expert
Communication Skills
Expert
Analytical Skills
Expert
Analytical Skills
Expert
Organizational skills
Expert
Organizational skills
Expert
CISM
Expert
CISM
Expert
CISA
Expert
CISA
Expert
ITIL
Expert
ITIL
Expert
Software Quality Assurance
Expert
Software Quality Assurance
Expert
IT Operations
Expert
IT Operations
Expert

Languages

English
Expert
Swahili
Native Speaker

Memberships

ISACA

Silver Member

June 2009

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL)
Mar 2010
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Feb 2016 - Jan 2020
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Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Jun 2012 - Jan 2019
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Training
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Kenya Institute of Management
Aug 2017
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Hobbies

  • Traveling to new places
    I have traveled to the following countries over the past 5 years: - Europe (Greece and the U.K) - Asia (India and the U.A.E) - Africa (Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda)
  • Watching soccer and motor sports
    I'm a great fan of soccer (I support Manchester United and my national team Harambee Stars) and watch rallying and Formula 1.
  • Reading self-help literature, motivating and inspiring books
    I have read a number of autobiographies and motivational books.