Benjamin Barwa, FMVA®

Project Manager at Kenya Climate Innovation Center
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Kenya, KE
Languages
  • English Full professional proficiency
  • Swahili Native or bilingual proficiency

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Credentials

  • Responsive programme management
    COWI
    Feb, 2023
    - Nov, 2024
  • Business Incubator Skills Building for Business Support Organisations.
    BIC Africa (funded by the European Union)
    Aug, 2021
    - Nov, 2024
  • Advanced Excel Formulas
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Dec, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Advanced Financial Modeling & Valuation (Amazon Case)
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Dec, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • FMVA™
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Dec, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Scenario & Sensitivity Analysis in Excel
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Dec, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Corporate and Business Strategy
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Nov, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • PowerPoint & Pitchbooks
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Nov, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Behavioral Finance
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Oct, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • FP & A Monthly Cash Flow Forecasting
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Aug, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Jul, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Business Valuation Modelling
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Jul, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Dashboards & Visualizations
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Jun, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Financial Analysis
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Jun, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Financial Modelling
    Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Jun, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Financial Modelling Fundamentals
    Corporate Finance Institute®
    May, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Corporate Finance Fundametals
    Corporate Finance Institute®
    Apr, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Math for Corporate Finance
    Corporate Finance Institute®
    Apr, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Excel for Corporate Finance
    Corporate Finance Institute®
    Feb, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Fixed Income Fundamentals
    Corporate Finance Institute®
    Feb, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Reading Financial Statements
    Corporate Finance Institute®
    Feb, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Accounting
    Corporate Finance Institute®
    Jan, 2018
    - Nov, 2024
  • Actuarial
    Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
    Jun, 2012
    - Nov, 2024

Experience

    • Kenya
    • Non-profit Organization Management
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Project Manager
      • Sep 2020 - Present

      As the head of implementation at KCIC, I oversee seven projects, including the GreenBiz Programme, which provides support for climate innovations in the renewable energy and energy efficiency, waste, water, commercial forestry, and agribusiness sectors. I also lead the Productive Use of Energy (PUE) Programme in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, which addresses emerging barriers that hinder local entrepreneurs from integrating solar energy into their new or existing business models. Furthermore, I manage the GrEYAP (Green Economy Youth Adaptation Programme), which provides support to youth enterprises in agroforestry and forestry sectors, as well as the ClimateLaunchpad (CLP) competition, which supports climate innovation ideas at the initial stage. In addition, I oversee the Cleantech Innovation competition that supports university students' projects focused on addressing environmental issues, the What Design Can Do (WDCD) programme that supports innovations addressing waste management, and the 47 Champions programme that supports youth-led agribusinesses in creating sustainable enterprises.Achievements:1. Successfully managed a portfolio of projects worth $10 million, delivering all projects on time and within budget while ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.2. Led a team of 5 project managers, providing mentorship and guidance that resulted in a 25% increase in team productivity and a 30% reduction in project risks.3. Established and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and community leaders, resulting in successful partnerships that improved project outcomes and maximised impact.4. Developed and implemented a monitoring and evaluation framework that resulted in improved data collection and analysis, enabling the program to demonstrate its impact and secure additional funding. Show less

    • Senior Business Analyst
      • Dec 2019 - Dec 2020

    • United States
    • Professional Training and Coaching
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Business Mentor
      • Sep 2019 - Dec 2022

      Solving problems and build businesses Solving problems and build businesses

    • Kenya
    • Professional Training and Coaching
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Business Advisor
      • Sep 2018 - Dec 2019

      At Ongoza I helped to identify SMEs gaps and scaling opportunities. I worked closely with the key decision makers within the SMEs to: -Identifying new business opportunities. -Develop and implement sales strategies, client service and retention plans, and analyzing sales data to inform or update marketing strategies. -Make sure targets are met periodically. -Draft business plans, sales pitches, presentations, reference material, and other documents as required. -Optimize/build business systems and processes -Build winning teams -Understand the SMEs financial performance and use that to make data driven decisions Achievements: Developed and implemented a data analysis framework that improved the accuracy of business projections by 20%. 2. Conducted an extensive competitive analysis and identified key gaps in the market, leading to the development of a new service offering that generated $50,000 in revenue within the first quarter. 3. Led a team of analysts in the development of a comprehensive business advisory toolkit that streamlined service delivery and increased client satisfaction by 30%. 4. Conducted a cost-benefit analysis of the organization's various impact investment portfolios, resulting in a 10% increase in returns on investment. 5. Implemented a new data management system that improved data accuracy and accessibility, resulting in a 50% reduction in data entry errors and a 25% increase in efficiency. 6. Conducted in-depth market research and analysis to identify new growth opportunities for the organization, resulting in the successful launch of a new program that served an additional 50 clients. 7. Successfully managed the organization's impact evaluation process, resulting in the identification of key programmatic strengths and opportunities for improvement. Show less

    • Kenya
    • Business Consulting and Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Business Associate
      • Jun 2017 - Aug 2018

      As a Business Associate I worked with a team of 4 advisors to help companies to boost growth and sales. We conducted market research, developed business strategies, built client relationships and identified new business opportunities. Achievements: 1. Designed and developed new consultancy products, utilizing value proposition techniques, which led to a 30% increase in revenue within the first year. 2. Mentored and trained a team of four interns, who all received promotions to Business Analyst roles within six months of joining the company. 3. Conducted in-depth research and competitive analysis on potential investment opportunities, resulting in the successful launch of a new impact investment fund with a value of USD 5 million. 4. Collaborated with clients to develop and implement effective business strategies that resulted in a 20% increase in revenue for three SMEs within the first year of engagement. 5. Conducted training sessions on financial modeling and business development best practices, resulting in increased knowledge and confidence among 50+ participants. 6. Developed and maintained positive relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, clients, and partner organizations, resulting in increased trust and collaboration on future projects. Show less

    • Business Advisor
      • Jan 2016 - Jan 2018

      At Qaizen I reviewed and analyzed business strategies, made recommendations on improvement initiatives to increase profit, and overall performance. Achievements: 1. Spearheaded growth of assets under management from USD 50,000 to USD 200,000 in 2 years. 2. Conducted market research and analysis that informed the development of new financial products, resulting in a 25% increase in revenue. 3. Developed and maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders, resulting in a 30% increase in referral business. 4. Streamlined internal processes and procedures, resulting in a 20% reduction in operating costs. 5. Coordinated the successful launch of a new product, resulting in an initial customer base of 500 and revenue of Kes. 5 million within the first year. 6. Developed and executed marketing campaigns that increased brand awareness and lead generation, resulting in a 15% increase in sales. Show less

    • United Kingdom
    • Veterinary
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Field Officer
      • Sep 2017 - Dec 2017

      I led and coordinated a team of 10 enumerators to conduct a survey in Kajiado and Narok to determine effectiveness of SGP-PPR vaccine that had earlier been administered to livestock in the regions I led and coordinated a team of 10 enumerators to conduct a survey in Kajiado and Narok to determine effectiveness of SGP-PPR vaccine that had earlier been administered to livestock in the regions

    • Kenya
    • Financial Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Retail Banking Specialist
      • Jun 2013 - Nov 2015

      Achievements: 1. Successfully analyzed and assessed the risk profile of retail clients' financing requests and presented tailored financial product recommendations, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and retention. 2. Led investigations and collaborated with Anti-Money laundering officers to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, mitigating potential risks and enhancing the bank's reputation. 3. Fostered strong relationships with cross-functional teams, including AML and Credit Officers, and effectively communicated to ensure seamless transaction processing and adherence to internal policies, resulting in improved operational efficiency and risk management. 4. Identified and resolved customer complaints and issues in a timely and professional manner, resulting in a 25% decrease in customer complaints. 5. Consistently met or exceeded sales targets and performance metrics, resulting in recognition as a top-performing Retail Banking Specialist for three consecutive years. 6. Trained and mentored new team members on sales techniques, customer service, and banking regulations, resulting in their promotion to higher roles within the organization. Show less

    • United Kingdom
    • Financial Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Data Analyst
      • Jan 2013 - Feb 2013

      Reconciliation of loan variances that arising from systemic upgrade Reconciliation of loan variances that arising from systemic upgrade

    • Kenya
    • Financial Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Pension Administrator
      • Feb 2011 - May 2011

      I prepared client presentations to be used during trainings showing and explaining the details of each pension plan available to employees for them to make informed decisions. I tracked pension plan deposits by verifying correctness of computation worksheets with the employer HR records. I answered client questions in person over the phone and online I assisted in ensuring that payments are made after employees retire from the company and quickly responded to issues with payments not being deposited as scheduled by following up delays relating to benefits payment and other disbursements cheques. I assisted in overseeing the management of pension plans for various commercial, corporate and retail clients. Show less

Education

  • Corporate Finance Institute® (CFI)
    Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG)
    2023 - 2023
  • Kenyatta University
    MBA, Strategy
    2022 - 2024
  • ITC SME Trade Academy
    Voluntary Sustainability Standards Methodology, Pass
    2020 - 2020
  • ClimateLaunchpad
    SME coaching
    2020 - 2020
  • Leadership Institute for Entrepreneurs
    Entrepreneurship Operations, From People to Processes to Performance, How to Scale a Successful Business
    2019 - 2019
  • SME Business School
    Business Advisory
    2018 - 2018
  • Corporate Finance Institute®
    Financial Modelling & Business Valuation (FMVA)
    2018 - 2018
  • The Entrepreneurs Hub
    Value Proposition Design
    2018 - 2018
  • Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
    Bachelor’s Degree, Actuarial
    2008 - 2012
  • Nyeri Baptist high School
    2004 - 2007

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