Quality Assurance Information Technology

Career Overview

Qualifications

Technical Skills

Skills Experience Total Years Last Used

Structured systems analysis and

design

Proficient 15 2015

Microsoft Office Productivity Suite Profficient 15 2015 Audit and quality assurance testing Proficient 15 2015 Accomplishments

Work Experience

John Karanu

18321 Admiralty Dr, Strongsville OH 44136

Home: 440-***-**** Cell: 570-***-****

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Accomplished Systems Analyst with extensive experience in the systems development life cycle. Proficient in system specifications and quality assurance testing. Client-focused

Results-oriented

Proficiency in structured analysis and design

Project Management

Change management

Quick learner

Computer proficient

Microsoft Office

Proficiency in test planning and execution

Creative Problem Solving

Increased project savings by 10% to 20% by delivering software products and reports ahead of time. Integra Leadership Systems March 2008 to December 2014 Systems Analyst

Nairobi, Kenya

Developed project scope of work and data collection tools to evaluate tourism development by the Directorate of Monitoring and Evaluation.

Developed work flow processes and business model for assessment and improvement of business integrity in private enterprises.

Conducted needs analysis, negotiated system requirements with developers and coordinated roll out of a modernized information system for a micro-credit organization. Documented the work-flow and use cases for testing a web-based marketing platform for retail, hospitality and recreation industries.

United Nations Mission In Liberia April 2005 to February 2008 Resident Auditor

Monrovia, Liberia

Planned and executed IT Audits based on risk assessments Reported finding and recommendations of completed audits Advised management on IT governance and strategic planning United Nations March 2003 to November 2005

Consultant - Information Technology

New York, New York

Reviewed the appropriateness of the information technology at the United Nations Joint Pensions Education and Training

Fund and advised on harmonization and modernization. Reviewed and advised on IT strategic planning for the United Nations Secretariat. Developed the QA testing and production protocols for a legacy human resources recruitment system.

Kenya Anti-Corruption Authority January 2000 to January 2002 Preventive Officer

Nairobi, Kenya

Examined public services delivery processes and practices to determine the vulnerabilities exploited for corruption practices in delivery of public services. Conducted corruption risk assessments and advised on incorporating IT to improve controls and reinforce preventive strategies.

Kenyatta National Hospital July 1997 to December 2000 Systems Analyst

Nairobi, Kenya

Conducted needs analysis and prepared system requirements documentation to procure a computerized health care information management system. Implemented pilot projects and tested information systems for patient admission, transfer and discharge procedures.

Harvard Institute for International Development January 1991 to June 1997 Project Associate

Nairobi, Kenya

Provided technical assistance to computerize Kenya Customs operations at all key ports of entry to the country.

Coordinated a Project Implementation Team that comprised representatives of the software developers, business users, hardware contractors, and the financiers. Revived a project that had stalled because of scarce documentation and user involvement. Treasury Department July 1986 to October 1991

Systems Analyst/Programmer

Nairobi, Kenya

Developed a pioneer database system for compilation and production of financial budgets and for monitoring government expenditure.

Trained the user community consisting of budget officers, accountants, and auditors in the use of new IT tools and procedures

Worked as Research and Instruction Assistant while pursuing masters degree. National Audit Office February 1982 to June 1986

Assistant Auditor

Nairobi, Kenya

Planned and executed financial and operational audits for the National Irrigation Board and National Housing Corporation.

George Mason University 1990

Master of Science: Information Systems

Fairfax, VA, USA

Degree program focused on management of information systems and technology in large organizations University of Nairobi 1981

Bachelor of Science: Mathematics and Statistics

Skills

Nairobi, Kenya, Kenya

Degree program focused on numerical and statistical analysis. Structured systems analysis and design

Business process re-engineering

Information technology management and governance

Quality assurance testing and change management

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