Timothy Mugume

Experience

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  Makerere University

  Jan 2009 - Jun 2009

  Accounts Intern

  data entry,filing of documents,payroll,book keeping

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  Bank of Uganda

  Jun 2012 - Aug 2013

  Project Specialist

  Major accomplishment: was able to efficiently and accurately analyse, assess and write a report on the data collected on the Personal Transfer Survey undertaken by Bank of Uganda and the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), in contribution to the balance of payments position of Uganda.Summaries of duties performed;• Data analysis and Critical Area Assessment using SPSS Statistical packages.• Data Expurgation using relevant software and Microsoft excel.• Remuneration of enumerators and awarding of certificates of participation.• Draft and review of Project reports on the Study. Show less

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  Jumia Group- Jumia Market

  Jan 2014 - Mar 2016

  Head of Operations, Finance-

  Jumia is an ecosystem of nine different companies operating in 22 different countries in Africa. Jumia employs 3000 people and serves 15 million users/month.Jumia unified and centralized customer authentication on nine digital services platforms, operating in 22 (and counting) countries in Africa, totaling over 120 customer and merchant facing applicationsMajor accomplishment: Development of an efficient customer oriented sales system which focused on loyalty programs, increased sales through up selling, Efficient operations in customer care, logistics, Marketing and Finance as well as being part of the Commission Structural Strategy Process formulation of Kaymu Uganda.Summaries of duties performed;• Business development on customer based approach• Office management and administration.• Budget planning and implementation.• Performance review and assessment of staff• Management and oversight of the customer care, logistics department• Strategy formulation and implementation.• Liaison with Central Management team on objectives and goal achievement. Show less

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  Kiira Motors Corporation

  Apr 2016 - Apr 2017

  Principal Accountant

  Kiira Motors Corporation is a Presidential Initiative for Science and Technology Innovations aimed at establishing vehicle (Pickups, SUVs, Sedans, Light & Medium Duty Trucks, and Buses) manufacturing capabilities in Uganda. This is a practical step toward the transformation of Uganda into a middle income nation by 2040 through leveraging the vitality and potential of citizenry by providing a platform for intellectual application and provision of high-tech employment opportunities. Kiira Motors Corporation is committed to championing the progressive development of local capacity for Vehicle Manufacturing and Vehicle Technology Innovation, which is recognized as a key ingredient for institutionalizing a sustainable Vehicle Manufacturing industry in Uganda.My responsibilities are as follows:Strategy & Business Case Development.Profit Forecasting, Budgeting and Business Planning.Implementing accounting operating efficiencies. Completing accounting responsibilities using relevant accounting guidelines. Interpreting accounting standards and updating internal accounting policies. Creating and analysing financial statements. Preparing complex reports or disclosures consistent with regulatory requirements. Evaluating and explain accounting information. Payroll management Financial ReportingCash Flow Analysis and Capital StructureCost ManagementPricing and Revenue Analysis Show less

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  Jumia Travel

  May 2017 - Apr 2018

  Country Manager

  Jumia is Africa's Number One Online Travel Agency offering thousands of hotels and flights across Africa and South Asia for customers to book directly. We are part of Africa Internet Group which operates eight companies across more than twenty countries and backed by Rocket Internet, MTN and Millicom as well as Ooredoo. Jumia Travel opens up previously unknown hotels to be discovered, booked and reviewed by the world, and helps property owners to access ever more customers. We launched in 2013 and currently operate in Pakistan, Myanmar, Bangladesh, Algeria, Bostwana, Congo-Brazzaville, Djibouti, Malawi, Namibia, Niger, South Sudan, Cameroon, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Ivory Coast, Madagascar, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe. We also work with other companies around the world to make sure our customers can still book in over 200,000 other hotels around the rest of the world. We strive to provide our customers with a fast, reliable and easy to use way to book the perfect accommodation for you from the comfort of your own home.My main roles are as follows:- Drive overall top line and profitability development through effective strategy formulation - Define and drive action plans to create strong relationships with local stakeholders- Coordinate the commercial team and ensure competitiveness of Jumia Travel offer- Grow Jumia Travel visibility through PR related projects- Deliver measurable results linked to Uganda- Ensure regular reporting of actions and results and drive activity analysis- Manage the team efficiency and cohesion Show less

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  JUMIA FOOD UGANDA

  Jun 2018 - Sept 2022

  Country Manager

  Jumia Food is currently the leading food delivery service provider in Africa. with a listing of over 160 restaurants in Kampala and Entebbe. It supplies a variety of cuisines including: local, Chinese, Indian, Thai among others. Jumia Food is present in eleven countries in Africa including Nigeria, Morocco and Kenya, with 2,000 restaurants Partners across Africa. It enhances the customer experience through timely delivery and seamless customer, operational and marketing support. My main roles include the following.1. Develop and execute the company’s business strategies.2.Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans to facilitate achievement by planning cost-effective operations and market development activities.3.Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the company and that they are followed at all times.4.Communicate and maintain trust relationships with shareholders, business partners and authorities5.Oversee the company’s financial performance, investments and other business ventures Show less