Kevin Waigwa

Kevin Waigwa

HRIS System Implementor and Oracle Database Specialist

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    IT Solutions Architect | Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, & Data Analytics Expert - Driving Business Value Through Innovation

  • Education

    • Institute of Software Technologies

      2010 - 2010
      Diploma Oracle Diploma Credit

      Activities and Societies: Student-Driven Hackathons, Volunteer work, Training Apprenticeship The Diploma Training Included the following;1. Oracle PL/SQL2. Oracle Workshop 1 and 2 for Database 10g and 11g3. Oracle Development; Oracle DevSuite.4. Oracle DataGuard Technology.5. Shell/Batch Scripting6. Oracle on Red Hat Linux Administration7. Windows Server 2008 Administration8. COBIT

    • Goethe Institut - Nairobi

      2013 - 2014
      German Language - A2 level German Language and Literature

      Learn Deutsch(German)

    • Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)

      -
      IT Information Technology

      Activities and Societies: St John Ambulance

    • University of Nairobi

      2022 -
      Diploma in Project Management BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES
  • Experience

    • Fairmont Hotels and Resorts

      Jan 2011 - Jan 2011
      HRIS System Implementor and Oracle Database Specialist

      HRIS Implemetation and Oracle Database Management

    • Microhouse Technologies

      Mar 2011 - Dec 2011
      Oracle Developer/DBA

      Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for ensuring availability and performance of the databases that support the system. * Work with the team to ensure that the associated hardware resources allocated to the databases and to ensure high availability and optimum performance. *Responsible for implementation and release of database changes as submitted by the development team.

    • Safran Identity & Security

      Jan 2012 - Aug 2022

      Work entails: upkeep, configuration and reliable operation of business software, switches, servers and energy equipment. Administrator of Oracle Technologies at Idemia

      • Information Technology Infrastructure Manager

        Jan 2016 - Aug 2022
      • Lead DBA and Systems Administrator

        Jan 2012 - Dec 2015
    • Epuka Ugaidi Organisation

      Feb 2020 - now
      Head of ICT and Administration
    • Nuru Trust Network

      May 2023 - now
      Chief Technology Officer

      Technology Strategy Development: Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with the organization's goals and objectives for youth peace and security, poverty alleviation, and digital empowerment.Program Design and Implementation: I lead the design, development, and implementation of digital literacy programs aimed at equipping youth with essential technological skills to improve their livelihoods and contribute to peace and security efforts.Team Leadership: Manage a high-performing technology team, providing mentorship and guidance to ensure the successful execution of technology-related projects.Innovation: Drive innovation in leveraging technology, including AI, data analytics, and digital tools, to address poverty and security challenges in target communities.Budget Management: Manage the technology budget effectively, ensuring efficient resource allocation and cost control. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Oracle Certified Professional

      Oracle Inc, CertView
      May 2013
    • Oracle Certified Associate

      Oracle Inc, CertView
      Dec 2012
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Kevin Waigwa
      Gold Standard Award President's Award Kenya Oct 2013 By HE Uhuru Kenyatta
    • Awarded to Kevin Waigwa
      Silver Standard Award President's Award Kenya Dec 2009 By HE Mwai Kibaki
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Communications Assistant at the Dispatch Room - Sergeant in Rank

      Issued by St John Ambulance on Jan 2008
      St John AmbulanceAssociated with Kevin Waigwa