Cengkuru Michael

Experience

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  New Wave Technologies Ltd

  Jan 2015 - Nov 2018

  Bring about process improvements and development standardsMonitor and record the latest developments and direction of web-based platformsDesign, develop, test, implement and support new front-end applications, systems, and tools, by working closely with other developersDesign and architect dynamic data-driven web experiences using various web-based APIsEnsure software deliverables align with the technical architecture, development standards, and quality practices.Develop well documented, intent-revealing code. Show less

  • Senior Software Engineer

    Nov 2016 - Nov 2018

  • Development Architect

    Jan 2017 - Aug 2018

  • Lead Software Engineer

    Feb 2014 - May 2018

  • Front End Engineer

    Jan 2015 - Jan 2016
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  Open Contracting Partnership

  Jan 2018 - Aug 2018

  Data Analyst

  Evaluate multiple data sources, including national procurement portals, to identify, assess, and track various disclosure requirements, assets, and attributes in order to improve public procurement information disclosure.Support the development of standards and process documentation to use several data sources to build a consistent collection of data points, methodologies to collect and arrange data, and robust dashboard reporting to help stakeholders understand and use the data held.

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  Africa Freedom of Information Centre

  May 2018 - Sept 2022

  Open Data Specialist

  Analyzed complex datasets to support initiatives promoting freedom of information.Developed data visualization tools to make government data more accessible to the public.Worked on open contracting projects in Kenya, Malawi, Ghana, and Mozambique.

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  Government of Uganda

  Jun 2022 - Dec 2023

  Consultant
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  CoST – the Infrastructure Transparency Initiative

  Oct 2023 - now

  Data Specialist

  Lead data initiatives to promote transparency in infrastructure projects across multiple countries.Develop and implement open data standards, including OC4IDs and CoST IDs, to improve climate finance reporting.Collaborate with governments and civil society organizations to enhance data accessibility and usability.Conduct training sessions, empowering over 5,000 civil society members and 1,000 public officials in data literacy and open contracting.