About Me


RAGOT FERDINAND ODHIAMBO
RESUME
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of Birth:              1st October 1989
Nationality:                 Kenyan
Gender:                       Male
Marital Status:             Single
Language:                   English (fluent), Kiswahili (fluent), Luo
Phone:                         0712373905
Email:                          ferdinandmucos@gmail.com
CAREER OBJECTIVE
A well-presented, good all round performer; with flair for technology who when given a task; has the ability to work quickly and efficiently without asking too many questions with minimal supervision. Ferdinand has a proactive attitude and a strong work ethic, He is sure to be able to make a contribution to the day-to-day operation of any business. He possesses many transferable skills that can be used in a wide section of settings and industries. He is now looking for a suitable position with an organization that can offer him a uniquely varied and fascinating working environment in his field of expertise and related.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
As attached in the related certificates for affirmation;

African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute                Jan 2014 – May 2014

Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)                                     Ongoing

Moi University                                                                                   2009 - 2013
Bachelor of Sc. Information Science                                                   2nd Class Honors 61%
Cardinal Otunga High School                                                         2005 - 2008
Kenya Certificate of Secondary School (KCSE)                                 Mean grade of C+                  
Junction Academy                                                                            1996 - 2004
Kenya Certificate of Primary School (KCPE)                                    342 Marks                  
KNOWLEDGE OF
Information Sciences                        Professional                                                   Personal
Management Information Systems     Networking (Design, Implementation,
Maintenance, Backup, Network security, Network typologies, Wireless Network and Security)                                                                                 Team Player
Principles of Accounting                                                                                Research Skills
(Background of accounts books i.e. Ledger,                                              Listening Skills
Profit and Loss Balance Sheet)        Database Construction and Design    Analytical
Programming (PHP, C & C++)           Web-design (HTML, MySQL)         Strong Work Ethic
Database Normalization                      Open source platforms                        Taking the initiative
System Analysis and design               Content Management Systems           Articulate
Information Security                           (PHP Fusion, Apache Server,
Records Management                         Joomla, Word Press)                         Smart appearance       
Information Classification and Cataloguing                                                  
Objects Oriented Programming                                                                                                         
ICT Management                                                                                           
Human Resource Management
SKILLS ACQUIRED WHILE STUDYING
·         Knowledge of information systems.
·         Presentation skills
·         Knowledge in database design and management, programming in C++, C, PHP, MySQL server platform.
·         Able to develop and maintain good relationships with work colleagues & supervisors/mangers.
·         Conversant with Microsoft office applications and MSQL database systems
·         Willingness to learn new things.
·         Positive role model to all.
·         Ability to produce consistently accurate work even whilst under pressure.
·         Effective time management skills & able to prioritize tasks in order of importance.
·         Willingness to share skills, knowledge, and expertise.
·         Going extra mile to make a difference, having the drive to lead and succeed.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Information Systems Security and Technology Assistant
17th Dec 2013 – Current: Has the following role:

The support function
v  Hardware repairs and maintenance of the ICT equipment
v  Networking – Ensuring that all computers are properly networked and connected to the internet and Network security ensured at all cost.
v  Communication – Ensuring that every staff member is able to efficiently communicate to anybody via mails
v  Risk Management/ Ensuring Business continuity by regularly taking backups
v  Marketing – Designing and maintaining group websites
v  Branding – Designing of respective marketing tools and ensuring that the company’s online image is properly presented through Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
ICT as a service – Income generating venture
v  Develop innovative products that will generate income for the company.
*      ERP Solution
*      HR Management System
*      CRM Solution &
*      Web design
v  ICT Consultancy in the following areas;
*      Information Systems/Cyber Security/Ethical hacking
*      Networking
*      Archiving/Proper record keeping and retrieval
*      ICT best practices

I.T Technician and systems analyst
·         8th July 2013 – 1st November 2013: Circuit Business Systems. Had the responsibility of:
v  Assisting with business case
Assisted the decision makers to decide on the proposed initiative and how it will have value and relative priority compared to alternative initiative.
v  Eliciting requirements
Assisted the client understand problem of scope, problem of understanding, problem of volatility.
v  Requirements organization
Assist in designing of the specified requirements in line with the system requirements using the modeling language.
v  Translating and simplifying requirements
Assist the client in understanding the requirements better.
v  Requirements management and communication
Assist the client in understanding how each component of the system will be achieved. Simply comprises of planning, documenting good requirements, traceability and managing changes.
v  Conducting cost/benefit analysis
Assist the client realize:
-          Cost savings benefit
-          Cost avoidance benefits
-          Improved service level benefits
-          Improved information benefits
v  Modeling techniques and methods
Managed the design and representation of the system using graphical representation, using languages such as unified modeling language (UML)

Research Assistant
·         December 2008- July 2013 - Research Assistant at Eliud and Associates Management Consultant, carried a myriad of functions such as:
v  Go through the different research documents and edit them.
v  Submit protocols of edited documents.
v  Obtain consent documents from subjects on whom the research is conducted.
v  Make tabular formats, fact sheet, graphs and reports on each of the research results in order to summarize them.
v  Prepare database as well as manage and manipulate them whenever needed.
v  Assist in designing of questionnaires and other survey methodologies.
v  Study and screen all the subjects that are registered as study subjects and determine their suitability for the research study that is to be conducted.
v  Prepare special programs for certain tasks like data entry and statistical analysis.ist in preparation of presentations, manuscripts and other project related topics.
v  Perform assessment of the needs with the client.
Some of the organizations which have solicited for our services and I have served them under the same capacity include Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), National Aids Control Council (NACC), Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC), Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) and many other organizations.

I.T Technician
·         April 2010- Aug 2010: ICT Consultant at the Bay-Chom Technologies. Had the mandate of user support i.e. network troubleshooting and configuration, computer hardware and software maintenance, Microsoft suite packages assistance.
·         Has participated in different research activities and presentations aimed at sharing of knowledge held in the faculty annually i.e. information week. As shown in the certificates awarded for participation of the aforementioned activities.
·         Had the opportunity to serve Information Science Students Association as a IT class representative as well as Chairperson Finance Committee in 2011 - 2012.
·         For three years has been a tutor for Information Science Student Association and Computer Specialist Student Association in different knowledge fields, Information Technology basics, Internet and Networking, Web design (PHP MySQL, HTML), Programming.

HOBBIES & INTERESTS
A keen fitness fan, I am always in the gym in the evenings, a good basketball player, also fond of reading novels and watching fictional movies and am even considering becoming a movie producer one day.

REFEREES
Steve Owuonda;
Database Administrator,
APA Insurance.
Phone No: +254724752897, +254738944835

Dr. D. Gichoya,
School of Information Sciences,
Head, Department of Information Technology.
Phone No: +254722836972
E-mail: dgichoya@yahoo.com

Eliud Owalo
CEO
Eliud & Associates Management Consultants,
Phone No: 0733766204, 0711649066
E-mail: eliudowalo@gmail.com
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