Top Talent like Kihu are on Pangea

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Kihu Kibe, APGM, APRM, CISA, CCSP

Project Manager
Customer Success Manager
Operations Manager
Nairobi, Nairobi County, KE
Program Management
Agile Project Management
Leadership
Team Management
Information Systems
Management Consulting
Systems Engineering
Planning
Organization
Agile
Information Technology
Client Management
Network Planning
Consulting
Mentoring
Digitization
International Business
Partnership Management
Directing
Interpersonal Communication
Time Management
Management
Business Strategy
Digital Strategy
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
VAS Program Lead | Strategic Project Manager
With a robust educational background and extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, this professional has excelled in various leadership roles at Nokia. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Kenyatta University, they furthered their education with a Master's in Business Administration from IU International University of Applied Sciences and are pursuing a Master's in Psychology at Liverpool John Moores University. Their career at Nokia began as a Technical Lead, progressing to roles such as Customer Solutions Architect and Technical Project Manager. Currently, as the VAS Program Lead, they are responsible for developing and delivering strategic programs, working closely with senior stakeholders, and managing budgets and risks. Their expertise in project management and technical integration has been instrumental in overseeing complex projects and ensuring successful delivery within budget constraints.

Work History

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VAS Program Lead

NokiaResponsible for the development and delivery of the VAS strategy and program. This includes working with senior stakeholders to agree on the strategy and program objectives, developing the program delivery plan, and ensuring the successful delivery of the program. Managed risks and issues, and ensured that the program is delivered within budget.
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Project Delivery Manager

NokiaLed complex, multi-party project teams and controlled project time, budget, scope, and risks to ensure customer expectations are fully met. Managed a project portfolio of 10M EUR. Responsibilities included project planning, tracking and reporting, risk identification and management, project resourcing, quality and change control, specification reviews, and ensuring project profitability.
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Technical Project Manager - Digital Experience, Digital Networks & Emerging Products

NokiaJul 2016 - Jul 2017 • 1 yr 1 moSingle point of contact for all technical, delivery, and integration aspects for customer projects. Supervised technical resources, 3rd party vendors, and customer-facing staff to achieve project readiness within time and schedule. Oversaw implementation of all technical aspects regarding project deployment and integration.
N

Customer Solutions Architect

NokiaFeb 2015 - Jul 2016 • 1 yr 6 mosDesigned, described, and managed the solution engineering in relation to specific business problems. Developed technology solutions and mapped business requirements to systems/technical requirements to ensure alignment with customers' enterprise architectural plans.
N

Technical Lead - Value Added Services & Subscriber Data Management

NokiaApr 2009 - Feb 2015 • 5 yrs 11 mosLead Engineer for EMEA Region handling systems implementation, integrations, go-live preparations, and support for deliveries. Managed Safaricom's Subscriber Data Management (SDM) and CEWA team for all technical service delivery aspects. Handled change management and infrastructure modernization projects.

Education

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Liverpool John Moores University

Master's degree, Psychology2024 - 2025
I

IU International University of Applied Sciences

Master of Arts - International Management, Business Administration and Management, General2022 - 2024
I

International MBA Institute

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Organizational Leadership
K

Kenyatta University

Bachelors, Computer Science2002 - 2006

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How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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VAS Program Lead | Strategic Project Manager
With a robust educational background and extensive experience in the telecommunications industry, this professional has excelled in various leadership roles at Nokia. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from Kenyatta University, they furthered their education with a Master's in Business Administration from IU International University of Applied Sciences and are pursuing a Master's in Psychology at Liverpool John Moores University. Their career at Nokia began as a Technical Lead, progressing to roles such as Customer Solutions Architect and Technical Project Manager. Currently, as the VAS Program Lead, they are responsible for developing and delivering strategic programs, working closely with senior stakeholders, and managing budgets and risks. Their expertise in project management and technical integration has been instrumental in overseeing complex projects and ensuring successful delivery within budget constraints.

Talk with a Talent Expert

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Available Now
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S

Salman Nadeem Ansari

Lead Product Manager | SAFe 6 & Certified Scrum Product Owner | Product Leader with 14+ Years in FinTech & Telecom | Scalable Product Strategy, Agile Delivery & Growth Innovation
Growth Product Management • Project Management • Customer Success • 13 years of exp. • Ipswich, England, GB

Zacharia Audu

Product Project Manager | Technology Specialist
Project Management • 7 years of exp. • New York, NY, US

Dave Bryson

Experienced Data Analyst Specializing in Fraud Risk Mitigation and Revenue Assurance
Data Analysis • AI & Machine Learning • Product Analysis • 2 years of exp. • Nairobi, Nairobi County, KE

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Innovative Marketing Leader Driving Growth and Customer Experience Solutions.
Growth Marketing Management • Content Marketing • 9 years of exp. • Dubai, Dubai, AE

Top Talent like Kihu are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Kihu Kibe, APGM, APRM, CISA, CCSP

Project Manager
Customer Success Manager
Operations Manager
Nairobi, Nairobi County, KE
Program Management
Agile Project Management
Leadership
Team Management
Information Systems
Management Consulting
Systems Engineering
Planning
Organization
Agile
Information Technology
Client Management
Network Planning
Consulting
Mentoring
Digitization
International Business
Partnership Management
Directing
Interpersonal Communication
Time Management
Management
Business Strategy
Digital Strategy
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

N

VAS Program Lead

NokiaResponsible for the development and delivery of the VAS strategy and program. This includes working with senior stakeholders to agree on the strategy and program objectives, developing the program delivery plan, and ensuring the successful delivery of the program. Managed risks and issues, and ensured that the program is delivered within budget.
N

Project Delivery Manager

NokiaLed complex, multi-party project teams and controlled project time, budget, scope, and risks to ensure customer expectations are fully met. Managed a project portfolio of 10M EUR. Responsibilities included project planning, tracking and reporting, risk identification and management, project resourcing, quality and change control, specification reviews, and ensuring project profitability.
N

Technical Project Manager - Digital Experience, Digital Networks & Emerging Products

NokiaJul 2016 - Jul 2017 • 1 yr 1 moSingle point of contact for all technical, delivery, and integration aspects for customer projects. Supervised technical resources, 3rd party vendors, and customer-facing staff to achieve project readiness within time and schedule. Oversaw implementation of all technical aspects regarding project deployment and integration.
N

Customer Solutions Architect

NokiaFeb 2015 - Jul 2016 • 1 yr 6 mosDesigned, described, and managed the solution engineering in relation to specific business problems. Developed technology solutions and mapped business requirements to systems/technical requirements to ensure alignment with customers' enterprise architectural plans.
N

Technical Lead - Value Added Services & Subscriber Data Management

NokiaApr 2009 - Feb 2015 • 5 yrs 11 mosLead Engineer for EMEA Region handling systems implementation, integrations, go-live preparations, and support for deliveries. Managed Safaricom's Subscriber Data Management (SDM) and CEWA team for all technical service delivery aspects. Handled change management and infrastructure modernization projects.

Education

L

Liverpool John Moores University

Master's degree, Psychology2024 - 2025
I

IU International University of Applied Sciences

Master of Arts - International Management, Business Administration and Management, General2022 - 2024
I

International MBA Institute

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Organizational Leadership
K

Kenyatta University

Bachelors, Computer Science2002 - 2006

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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