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Nairobi, Kenya.

RIJKAARD ANZANUA AMARA

KEY EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Global Financial Markets Leadership: Proven leader with extensive experience in the financial service industry, with a particular focus on global markets. Successfully led the financial markets desk at Lan-x Africa, emphasizing a deep understanding of the economic machine.

Capital and Risk Management Expertise: Proficient in capital and risk management, drawing upon experience from implementing UN-Principles for Responsible Investing (UNPRI) at Quantum Financials, resulting in an annualized return of 17.7% in 2020 while trading equities at NYSE. Additionally, demonstrated the ability to generate substantial cash flow on an AUM fund exceeding KES 3 Billion at Absa Asset Management Ltd. Corporate Governance and International Expertise: Proven experience serving under boards reporting directly to CEOs and managers of international non-profit entities and local for-profit companies, highlighting expertise in corporate governance and international governance. Innovative Creator and Developer: Co-founder of "The Market Meter" podcast, focusing on critical topics such as financial analysis, geo-politics, valuations, and economics. Proficient in SEO and SEM strategies, contributing to the growth and success of the podcast and companies. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Investment Analyst and Dealer Intern

Absa Asset Management Limited, Kenya (Jan 2023 - Jul 2023)

• Diverse Portfolio Management: Managed a wide range of investment instruments in the money and capital market fund, optimizing returns while mitigating risks.

• Trading and Dealing: Placed trades on pension funds and unit trust holdings under Money Market Fund, Equity Fund, Dollar Fund, Balanced Fund and Bond Fund.

• Research Expertise: Conducted in-depth research on global financial markets, making informed investment decisions.

• Strategic Growth: Successfully oversaw AUM growth to over KES 3 Billion, showcasing the ability to attract and retain investors.

• Leadership Role: Actively contributed to the Investment Committee as a secretary and ensuring accurate reporting on fund fact sheet weekly reports and bi-weekly risk review reports.

• Effective Negotiation: Skilfully negotiated high-yielding rates and prices with bankers and brokers, enhancing investment profitability.

International Marketing Analyst Intern

Business Connect L3C, USA (Sep 2022 - Dec 2022)

• Global Expansion: Spearheaded international business expansion, generating leads and strengthening brand presence.

• Innovative Marketing: Implemented effective marketing strategies as SEO and SEM, improving brand recognition and engagement.

• Data-Driven Insights: Utilized data-driven insights to develop marketing strategies, increasing engagement and page views.

• Collaborative Communication: Ensured consistent and coherent communication within the marketing team.

Investment Banking Intern

Kenya Commercial Bank - KCB Capital, Kenya (Aug 2021 - Dec 2021)

• Efficient Deal Processing: Facilitated smooth deal processing, ensuring efficiency in financial operations.

• Independent Research: Conducted market research, aiding in well-informed decision-making.

• CDS Management: Expertly managed the Central Depository System (CDS) process.

• Voucher and Settlement Proficiency: Proficiently prepared vouchers, receipts, and settlements. Financial Markets Analyst Intern

Lan-x Africa Limited, Kenya (Sep 2020 - Dec 2020)

• Risk Management: Advised on currency risk management and alternative investments.

• Data Analysis: Conducted data analysis, providing insights into the economy and financial markets using excel.

• Media Growth: Facilitated the growth of the company's website to a television show using SEO and SEM. Financial Analyst Intern

Quantum Financials and Consultancy Corporation, Kenya (Jan 2020 - Oct 2020)

• Advanced Modelling: Constructed unique models for cash flow and dividends, enabling precise estimations.

• Trading: Generated 17.7% annualized return trading stocks at NYSE.

• Capital Management: Effectively managed investor capital, reducing market risk.

• Market Analysis: Conducted in-depth analysis of Commitment of Traders Reports.

• Implied Volatility Assessment: Assessed implied volatility for informed fund allocation. EDUCATION

Sep 2017 – Oct 2022

The Catholic University of Eastern Africa

Bachelor of Commerce Degree Finance Option 2nd Class Honours 2015-2016

Graffins College

Diploma in Graphic Design – Merit (Canva, CorelDRAW, Adobe, Gravit Designer and Scribus) 2015

Institute of Advanced Technology

International Computer Drivers License 1 and 2 (I.C.D.L. I and II) - Merit 2014

St. Michael Secondary School, Kitale

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) - Attained a B+ (plus). CERTIFICATES

-The Complete Financial Analyst Training and Investing Course (Udemy, Mar 2023)

-Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Fundamentals (Global Health eLearning Center - USAID, Dec 2022)

-PRINCE2 (Master of Project Academy, Oct 2022)

-Six Sigma (Master of Project Academy, Oct 2022)

-Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC) (SCRUMstudy, Oct 2022)

-Six Sigma Yellow Belt (6sigmastudy, Oct 2022)

-Six Sigma White Belt (Aveta Business Institute, Oct 2022)

-Governing Sustainable Finance (Asian Development Bank, Aug 2022)

-Private Equity and Venture Capital (Bocconi University, Italy - Coursera, May 2022)

-Financial Markets (Honors) (Yale University, USA - Coursera, Aug 2021)

-Ready To Work Programme (Barclays Bank PLC, Kenya, 2017) ACHIEVEMENTS

Industry Insight: Actively engaged with Barclays Financial Services Dealers (Treasury) to gain first-hand insights into implementations, payments, spot foreign exchange, Basel regulations, equity securities, asset and liability management, and commodities trading during the first year of studies. Proactive Self-Development: Proactively self-taught and improved market knowledge, demonstrating a strong commitment to professional growth and trading skills, including proficiency in SQL. Community Financial Support: Provided soft loans with a focus on valuable collateral to community members, using knowledge of credit to support local financial needs. Academic Coaching: Coached fellow students in practical approaches during Security Analysis classes, with an invitation from the lecturer Dr. Esther Nkatha M’ithiria, CPA, showcasing expertise in knowledge sharing. Financial Literacy Promotion: Co-founded "The Market Meter" Podcast to promote financial literacy and awareness, contributing to education in the field. INTERESTS

- Financial markets (CFA, CISI, CAIA, ACI Dealing).

- Blood donation and travel.

- Fitness (hiking and running).

- Graphic design and coin collecting.

- Staying updated with Bloomberg, Vox, documentaries, and Greenwich Roundtable. REFEREES

Chrispine Omondi Juma

Director, Ministry of Water and Irrigation, Nairobi, Kenya. Phone: +254*********

Email: ad0len@r.postjobfree.com

Maxwell G. Kareithi

Quality Assurance Manager, CMC Holdings Limited, Nairobi, Kenya. Phone: +254*********

Email: ad0len@r.postjobfree.com

Jusper Wendo

Lecturer, The Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Nairobi, Kenya. Phone: +254*********

Email: ad0len@r.postjobfree.com

Eric Mbithi

Operations Manager, Kenya Commercial Bank - KCB Capital, Nairobi, Kenya. Phone: +254*********

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