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Anita Yei Quee Kanneh

ad45ya@r.postjobfree.com •Cell: 704-***-****

LinkedIn • Ashburn, VA 20147

Project Manager, Scrum Master, Customer Service and Maritime Operational specialist. Business-savvy and detail-oriented Project management professional with over 7 years of in-depth expertise managing Maritime operations Projects, IT projects, and continuous improvement programs. Highly organized and detail-oriented project management professional with extensive experience in overseeing the efficient and safe operations of projects. Dedicated and results-driven Project Manager with experience in leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact projects on time and within budget. Proven track record of successfully managing complex initiatives and cultivating strong client relationships. Adept at strategic planning, risk management, and problem-solving to drive organizational success. A proven track record in managing end-to-end project lifecycles, from initiation to closure, across various industries. Adept at managing complex projects with ability to identify improvement areas and implement changes to enhance team performance/project outcomes to deliver value to stakeholders. Expert in scheduling, leading diverse teams of technical personnel and improving production processes. Dedicated and experienced agile coach with a proven track record of successfully leading agile teams and driving project success. Skilled in facilitating effective communication, fostering collaboration, and removing obstacles to ensure project delivery. Adept at implementing agile best practices, coaching teams, and promoting continuous improvement. Committed to utilizing academic knowledge and professional expertise to contribute to organizational performance and growth. Demonstrated Academic skills in Contract management. Knowledgeable in the implementation of the International Gas Code (IGC); and understanding of the Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) Market.

Areas of Expertise

• Agile Project Management

• Scrum Methodology

• Planning & Development

• Troubleshooting & Resolution

• Contract Administration

• Project Management

• Leadership

• Acquisition management,

• Project Budgeting &

Scheduling

• Process Implementation

• Quality Assurance & Control

• Risk Assessment & Mitigation

• Technical Proficiency

• Ability to Drive decisions

• Experience with project

tracking

• Experience with Jira

• Team Building & Leadership

• Customer Services &

Satisfaction

• Deadline-driven & Problem

Solving

• Procurement & Contract

Management

• interpersonal, analytical, and

communication skills.

Career Experience

Datawiz- EPA Contractor

Project Manager 2023 to present

Managing some of the largest IT infrastructure, New Developments and O&M government Projects, I am working closely with Federal Agency, assisting them with the day-to-day activities and tasks required for a successful completion of each project. Used various management principles and methods to assess performance, evaluate goal and milestone attainment, reduce project risks, and provide feedback on the technical adequacy of assigned workload.

• Led the successful execution of major IT infrastructure, New Developments and O&M government Projects, including the implementation of a new CRM system, resulting in a 20% increase in customer satisfaction.

• Managed a team of 25 professionals, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment to achieve project milestones and deliverables.

• Developed and implemented comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and stakeholder expectations.

• Build strong relationships with customers, clients, vendors, and employees. I am the “go to” person for all project related matters.

• Create various metrics as needed to help with gathering overall program status and report. P a g e 2 5

• Led a cross-functional team of 25 members in the successful delivery of 7 projects, adhering to strict timelines and budget constraints.

• Collaborated closely with clients to determine project requirements, manage expectations, and ensure alignment with business objectives.

• Monitored project progress, identified potential risks, and implemented mitigation strategies to prevent delays or budget overruns.

• Conducted regular status meetings with stakeholders, providing updates on project milestones, risks, and recommended course corrections.

• Implemented project management tools and software to streamline communication, track progress, and manage documentation effectively.

• Fostered a collaborative and positive team environment, promoting knowledge sharing and continuous improvement among project team members

Accomplishments

• Successfully leading and completing multiple complex projects on time and within budget

• Implementing efficient project management processes and methodologies to improve overall team performance

• Demonstrating strong leadership and communication skills to effectively coordinate project teams and stakeholders

• Consistently meeting or exceeding project goals and deliverables

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to ensure satisfaction and continued business opportunities

• Mentoring and coaching junior project managers to help them develop their skills and excel in their roles LISCR, Dulles, VA 2018 – 2022

Project Manager

I have worked in the Maritime Industry as a project manager at the Liberian registry; I Managed the inspection and auditing of over 5000 vessels, including the LNG fleet. I am knowledgeable in the implementation of the International Gas Code (IGC); I oversaw the auditing of International Safety Management (ISM) companies that managed LNG fleets; I reviewed insurance and issued conventional certificates, registered LNG vessels, including the issuance of statutory certificates for LNG vessels. Built and maintained strategic partnerships and collaborative relations with leaders, subordinates, internal and external customers to effectively introduce change initiatives in the work environment. Assigned workload to personnel based upon skill level, strengths, and weaknesses. Monitored milestones in accordance with established project deliverables in order to report status and progress of work to higher leadership. Monitored the performance and development of each team member and provided feedback to the Program Manager on performance management issues.

• Manage and coordinated multifaceted projects from initiation to completion, driving process improvements and efficiency gains across the organization.

• Conducted risk assessments and mitigation strategies to proactively address potential project setbacks, resulting in a 15% reduction in project-related issues.

• Enhanced productivity and improved team cohesion by coaching agile teams on adoption of agile culture through leveraging variety of collaboration tools, such as Skype, Zoom, MS Team, and MS Office Suite.

• Improved best practices and increased innovation by successfully fostering continuous learning culture within scrum master community of practices.

• Reduced 25% cycle time and increased team throughput within remarkably short period of 10 weeks by enforcing successful agile principles.

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• Increased 55% company productivity by implementing successful transition from Waterfall methodology to Agile mindset.

• Streamlined workflows and improved project outcomes by delivering effective training and coaching sessions to facilitate team adoption of Agile framework.

• Prepared and presented project documentation, including progress reports, status updates, and project deliverables.

• Leading efforts to identify and implement process improvements to enhance team productivity and delivery quality

• Ensured successful delivery of technical project from inspection to completion by orchestrating all aspects.

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Some Key Accomplishments

• Streamlining project coordination processes to improve efficiency and reduce administrative overhead

• Developing and maintaining project schedules, tracking progress, and ensuring timely completion of deliverables

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and clear communication throughout the project lifecycle

• Successfully managing and resolving project issues and conflicts to minimize disruptions and keep projects on track

• Implementing project management tools and technologies to enhance coordination and visibility for all stakeholders

• Conducting thorough project analysis and reporting to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement

• Mentoring and coaching junior project coordinators to enhance their skills and support their professional growth

• Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster collaboration and drive project success

LISCR, Dulles, VA 2015 – 2018

Scrum Master/Project Manager

Project: O&M and Data Migration

• Led the successful execution of major IT infrastructure O&M projects using Agile Methods.

• Administered all aspects of Iteration planning, daily standups, iteration retrospectives, iteration reviews, and backlog refinement for Agile team.

• Implemented culture of continuous improvement to enhance existing processes while fostering innovation in new product development processes.

• Managed successful integration of solution architectures, such as SAS. Leveraged Jira and Kanban Board to monitor critical Scrum metrics, including burndown, velocity, and capacity aimed at supporting timely delivery of committed work.

• Collaborated with Product Owner to facilitate efficient Backlog Refinement, prioritize tasks, estimate workload, and establish Acceptance Criteria.

• Effectively employed Scrum of Scrums event to coordinate and foster cross-team dependencies and collaboration.

• Efficiently communicated project expectations to senior management and stakeholders.

• Enhanced transparency and clarity within Agile team by implementing working agreements. P a g e 4 5

• Secured multi-million-dollar contract extension by leading successful accomplishment of federal-client goals.

• Attained high-performance standards by providing efficient training to Agile team.

• Utilized Agile methodology to conduct team velocity analyses, burndown chart tracking, and execute continuous improvement initiatives.

• Drove 20% improvement in productivity and team satisfaction by organizing and enhancing Agile practices.

• Provided agile coaching to Scrum team and stakeholders, while ensuring adherence to Scrum Framework and best practices.

• Effectively managed Scrum Event calendar, ensuring timely and efficient execution of scheduled meetings within designated time boxes.

• Decreased sprint planning time by efficiently managing backlog grooming sessions while focusing on sufficient number of refined stories for upcoming sprints.

• Strengthened communication and collaboration process among team members and stakeholders by efficiently directing JIRA, Confluence, SharePoint, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Successfully established collaborative partnerships with six stakeholders and provided agile coaching to all levels of organization in newly implemented agile environment. Some Key Accomplishments:

• Successfully leading multiple cross-functional Agile teams in implementing and adhering to Scrum principles and practices

• Facilitating effective daily stand-up meetings, sprint planning sessions, sprint reviews, and retrospective meetings to drive continuous improvement and team collaboration

• Implementing agile metrics and reporting mechanisms to track team performance, velocity, and sprint progress

• Helping teams resolve conflicts and impediments, ensuring smooth and efficient delivery of work

• Coaching and mentoring team members and stakeholders on Agile methodologies and best practices

• Actively contributing to the organization's Agile transformation and evangelizing Agile principles across departments and teams

• Collaborating with product owners and key stakeholders to ensure clear and prioritized product backlogs and successful sprint deliveries

Liberia Maritime Authority, Monrovia, Liberia 2007 – 2013 Senior Project Coordinator

• Directed comprehensive research and evaluation of current business processes and emerging IT advancements to drive system updates and improvements.

• Collaborated closely with all members of project development team to optimize and streamline processes to improve product delivery.

• Communicated cross-functionally with various departmental teams to drive improved business outcomes aligned with customer satisfaction.

• Conducted thorough testing of business processes and provided recommendations for process improvement as needed.

• Analyzed data sets to identify trends, detect outliers, and provide valuable insights to inform business development processes.

• Developed and implemented operational improvements, including efficient management control and reporting system based on thorough tracking and analysis. P a g e 5 5

• Led project planning efforts to identify potential issues and opportunities, while ensuring the availability of resources and staff for successful project execution.

• Demonstrated strong decision-making skills faced with multiple options for advancing project goals and objectives.

• Achieved and maintained high-quality standards throughout project development by implementing rigorous quality control measures.

• Successfully adapted project schedules and targets to meet changing needs and financial constraints, ensuring successful project completion.

• Increased 40% revenue by successfully partnering with cross-functional managers across all levels of Liberia Maritime Authority while identifying key areas of improvement and implementing effective change management strategies.

• Enhanced 20% customer satisfaction by successfully leading a $2 million ship inspection records-keeping project from start to finish, delivering within set timeline and budget.

• Assisted the project manager in planning and executing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring smooth coordination and adherence to project plans.

• Conducted project research and analysis, gathering data to support decision-making and project planning processes.

• Assisted in resource allocation and time management, tracking project progress, and identifying potential risks or issues.

• Acted as a liaison between project teams and stakeholders, facilitating effective communication and ensuring clarity of project objectives.

Education

Master of Science in International Transportation Management State University of New York SUNY Maritime College, Bronx, NY, 2018 Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

University of Liberia, Monrovia, Liberia, 2012

Post Graduate degree in Procurement and Contract Management University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA (in Progress) Certifications

Professional Scrum Master, Scrum.org March 7, 2023 SAFe Scrum Master SAFe, March 27, 2023

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