This document is a two-page curriculum vitae for Andrew Karani. It outlines his work experience including roles at Fireball East Africa Ltd, Karani and Associates, Central Glass Industries, East African Breweries Limited, and the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations. It also provides details on his professional qualifications including certifications in public accounting and public secretary from Strathmore University. The CV lists his educational background including a bachelor's degree from the University of Nairobi and secondary education qualifications. It also includes information on computer skills, memberships, sports/hobbies, and references.
I am a software Engineer with passion in programming in Java,C#,C++,Vb.Net,php.
I am also a Software Testing Consultant with skills in Software Security Testing,Software Quality Assurance.
I also have skills in Database Administration,System Administration,Computer Hardware and Networking.
I’m a born again Kenyan Christian believer with a background in NGO, Education and financial management sectors. My undergraduate is Bachelor of Education (Linguistics and Literature) and am currently pursuing a Master of Science Degree in Project Management at Jomo Kenyatta University (JKUAT) at the project stage.
In the last one year, I have served in a unique educational program dubbed Character and Creativity Initiative under Global Peace Foundation- Kenya developing a lot of interest in management of educational projects/programs using the skills and expertise gained at the Master of Science in Project Management level.
My current training and exposure to project management coupled with years of experience in the education and banking sector will be vital in the field officer role as demonstrated in the courses I have undertaken thus far.
Since my passion is a career that allows me to share the love of God to Mankind, I look forward to joining an international organisation of repute, to serve mankind not just in livelihood enhancement but with the gospel of the Kingdom
I am a software Engineer with passion in programming in Java,C#,C++,Vb.Net,php.
I am also a Software Testing Consultant with skills in Software Security Testing,Software Quality Assurance.
I also have skills in Database Administration,System Administration,Computer Hardware and Networking.
I’m a born again Kenyan Christian believer with a background in NGO, Education and financial management sectors. My undergraduate is Bachelor of Education (Linguistics and Literature) and am currently pursuing a Master of Science Degree in Project Management at Jomo Kenyatta University (JKUAT) at the project stage.
In the last one year, I have served in a unique educational program dubbed Character and Creativity Initiative under Global Peace Foundation- Kenya developing a lot of interest in management of educational projects/programs using the skills and expertise gained at the Master of Science in Project Management level.
My current training and exposure to project management coupled with years of experience in the education and banking sector will be vital in the field officer role as demonstrated in the courses I have undertaken thus far.
Since my passion is a career that allows me to share the love of God to Mankind, I look forward to joining an international organisation of repute, to serve mankind not just in livelihood enhancement but with the gospel of the Kingdom
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C U R R I C U L U M V I T A E
A N D R E W K A R A N I
P O B OX 5 23 76 , 00 200 C ITY S Q UA RE • NA I RO B I • KENYA
(CEL L P HON E) 07 22 3809 61 OR 07 37 83 341 0
E-mail: aokarani@gmail.com
ABOUT MYSELF:
I am a self-motivated, hardworking and results oriented professional with over 10 years work
experience; a stickler to the rule of law and a team player. I am also a good listener guided by the
principle that ‘a problem shared is a problem half solved.’ I have passion for family, sports and the
environment striving each day to leave the work place better than I found it.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
2016 to date Fireball East Africa Ltd
Finance and Administration Manager
2014 to 2015 Fireball East Africa Ltd
Business Development Officer
2006 to date Karani and Associates
Consultancy in financial services and construction activities
2012 to 2013 Central Glass Industries (CGI)
Finance, Planning & Reporting Analyst
2011 to 2012 East African Breweries Limited (EABL)
PTP (Purchase to Pay) Accountant
2010 to 2011 Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO)
Project Assistant – Kenya program
2004 to 2006 Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations(FAO)
Senior Finance Assistant - South Sudan program
2002 to 2003 Across – Partners with Sudan
Accountant (Internship)
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND:
2001 to 2003 Strathmore University
Certified Public Secretary of Kenya – CPS (K)
1998 to 2000 Strathmore University
Certified Public Accountant of Kenya – CPA (K)
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EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
1999 to 2003 University of Nairobi
Bachelor of Arts
Building Economics and Management
1994 to 1997 Strathmore School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E)
Academic Achievements
2001 Best overall male student in Kenya C.P.A III, Dec 2000 sitting
2001 Best overall student in Kenya C.P.A III Sec.5 only, Dec 2000
sitting
2001 Best overall student in Kenya C.P.A III Sec.5 & 6 combined
Dec 2000 sitting
Leadership positions
2002 to 2003 Chairman, technical committee on Habitat for Humanities constitution
(University of Nairobi Chapter)
2002 to 2003 Vice-chairman, Habitat for Humanities (University of Nairobi Chapter)
Co-curricular Achievements
1997 Member of best overall team in Mathematics contest held at
Mangu High School
1997 Member of winning drama team in English Symposium held at
Starehe Boys Centre
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY:
SAP
Sun System Accounting
Maximo
QuickBooks
MS Office
Typing speed (40 wpm)
MEMBERSHIP:
2005 to date Kenya Red Cross Society
2001 to date A Million United Against Aids (AMUAA)
2002 to date Habitat for Humanities (University of Nairobi Chapter)
1999 to 2003 AIESEC (University of Nairobi Chapter)
SPORTS AND HOBBIES:
Rugby, played as a ‘prop’ in high school
Hiking and mountaineering, member of university club
Chess, member of my church team
Reading newspapers, journals, periodicals and magazines
REFEREES:
1. Mrs. Annie Ngatia
Finance Officer
Food and Agriculture Organisation of the
United Nations
P.O. Box 30470, 00100
Mobile : +254 722 630 753
Email : annie.ngatia@fao.org
2. Mrs. Veronica Bengo
Senior Accountant
Across – Partners with Sudan
P.O. Box 21033, 00505
Tel: (020) 3882981/ 7
Mobile : +254 722 662 772
Email : vbengo@across-sudan.org
3. Rev. Kennedy Kimiywe
Deputy Bishop
Christ Is The Answer Ministries
P. O. Box 42254, 00100
Tel : (020) 2722092/ 2727608
Mobile: +254 733 758 119
Email: kkimiywe@citam.org