VIMBAINASHE
GURI
T E C H N O L G Y & I N N O V A T I O N
E N T H U S I A S T
***************@*****.***
Zimbabwe
W O R K E X P E R I E N C E
P R O F I L E
Results-oriented young woman with a strong foundation in systems analysis, software development, and data analytics. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in developing and implementing innovative digital solutions. Expertise in utilizing technology to address complex challenges and drive organizational growth.
Led data collection efforts across multiple programs within the NGO, including developing data
collection tools and was responsible for user training Utilized R and Python for data cleaning,
transformation, and analysis.
Developed interactive dashboards using Power BI
and Tableau to provide actionable insights to
stakeholders.
Implemented data-driven decision-making
processes, resulting in 50% proven improvement in
the executive reporting of the organisation.
Data Analyst
2021 - 2023
Higherlife Foundation
E D U C A T I O N
MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY
Master of Commerce in
Information Systems Management
2020 - 2022
2016 - 2019
Bachelor of Science (Hon)
Management Information
Systems
T E C H N I C A L S K I L L S
Programming Languages:
Java, C++, Python, R
Software Development:
OOP principles, Agile
methodologies, Eclipse IDE,
SQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Data Analysis: R, Python,
Power BI, Tableau
Database Management:
SQL
Content Management
Systems: Wordpress,
Shopify
Other Tools: Canva, Airtable,
Notion, Figma, ChatGPT,
Calendly, Slack, Zapier...
MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY
2012 - 2015
Diploma in Applied
Information Technology -
Software Engineering
UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE
October 2024 - Present
Upwork Freelancer
Virtual Assistant - Wordpress, Canva,
Data Entry, Data Analysis, Image Search,
Spreadsheets, Form/Survey design, Email
& Calendar Management
Instrumental in freeing up my clients’ time by
ensuring that their day - to - day tasks are efficiently and effectively done.
Developed comprehensive system requirements
and business requirements documents.
Designed system architecture using UML diagrams,
providing a blueprint for development teams.
Ensured adherence to OOP principles in software
development using C++ and Java.
Systems Analyst
2016 - 2017
Combined Technologies (Pvt) Ltd
P R O J E C T S
A W A R D S &
R E C O G N I T I O N
Provided strategic direction for the development
team, aligning with business objectives.
Developed and pitched proposals to clients,
securing 15 projects that increased the agency’s
revenue by 35% across the 2 years.
Developed websites using WordPress and Drupal,
ensuring optimal user experience.
Created visually appealing mockups using Figma
and Adobe Photoshop, and implemented designs
using JavaScript and PHP.
Lead Web Developer
2017 - 2019
Design@7 Visual Works (Pvt) Ltd
Hackathon Winner -
SheLovesTech (Cape Town, South
Africa, 2018 proceeded to Finals in
Beijing, China)
Developed a mobile application to
address the issue of HIV among
adolescent girls and young women
using Java and SQL.
Mobile Pop-Up STEM Center
(2019)
Founded and directed a mobile
STEM center, reaching over 50 girls
with disabilities in Manicaland
Province and increasing their
interest in STEM by 25%. Program
was supported by the U.S.
Department of State.
Techwomen Emerging Leader: 2019
U.S. Department of State Seed Grant
Recipient: 2019
Spearheaded the development of an e-learning
management system, ensuring accessibility for
students with disabilities
(www.ruzivodigitallearning.co.zw).
Designed and implemented the Ruzivo front-end
user interface using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Led three in-house developers to deploy Microsoft
Dynamics 365 ERP to specifically configure
reporting modules.
Contributed to the development of in-house system
requirements and architecture documents.
Systems Analyst/Front-End Developer
Higherlife Foundation
2019 - 2021