John Peter RWEMA

• Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
• Coached and guided senior managers to improve employee job satisfaction and achieve higher performance levels.
• Updated business processes, products and team makeups to generate more business opportunities and cater to audience needs.
• Optimized supply chain operations for reduced costs and increased efficiency.
• Improved organizational structure by reallocating resources and redefining roles for greater efficiency.
• Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
• Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
• Expanded market share through successful acquisitions and mergers.
• Developed a high-performance executive team for improved productivity and efficiency.
• Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
• Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
• Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
• Secured financing for critical projects through negotiation of favorable loan terms with financial institutions or investors.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by developing robust policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Procured and coordinated new resources to achieve sales targets within optimal timeframes.
• Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
• Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
• Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
• Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
• Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
• Identified new revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
• Fostered strong relationships with industry partners to expand business opportunities.
• Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
• Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
• Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
• Analyzed and tracked business metrics and made appropriate adjustments to meet supply and demand needs.
• Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.
• Created a positive work culture, resulting in increased employee satisfaction and retention rates.
• Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
• Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
• Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
• Streamlined business processes, resulting in increased operational efficiency across all departments.
• Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce operational expenses without sacrificing quality.
• Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
• Founded performance- and merit-based evaluation system to assess staff performance.
• Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
• Addressed employee and managerial concerns and implemented corrective actions to promote compliance.
• Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
• Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.
• Engaged positively with staff and leadership colleagues, soliciting and encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
• Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
• Implemented strong hiring and training techniques to promote team cohesiveness and streamline overall workflow.
• Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
• Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
• Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
• Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Coordination of the Board, Bureau and general assembly activities, create and maintain partnerships with donors and key stake holders plus representing AMIR regionally and internationally, responsible for management activities of the organisation, staffing, organising, supervision, monitoring and provision of leadership services to the organisation, strategic management of the organisation through developing and implementing AMIR's strategic plan, designing of suitable financial plan of the organisation plus fund-raising to ensure there is enough financial and human resources to attain the strategic objectives. During this period, I also served as a member of different steering Committees including Rwanda Institute of Co-operatives, Entrepreneurship and Micro-Finance (RICEM), Deposit Guarantee Fund (DGF) under Central Bank of Rwanda and a member of AFRIC among many others. Between 2009-2014.

I also participated formulation of various policies like Rwanda Microfinance policy, East African Microfinance policy supported by World Bank, Rwanda agriculture policy, gender policy among others

• Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
• Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
• Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential barriers to project success.
• Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
• Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
• Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
• Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects.
• Leveraged project management processes and tools to define and execute projects.
• Optimized resource allocation, effectively balancing priorities and managing competing demands.
• Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
• Coached team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
• Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
• Increased customer satisfaction through effective communication of program goals and expectations.
• Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
• Led change management efforts, supporting staff through transitions and promoting buy-in for new initiatives.
• Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
• Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
• Ensured regulatory compliance by closely monitoring adherence to industry standards and guidelines throughout the program lifecycle.
• Researched industry best practices in support of training development and program content.
• Participated in pilot tests and revised programs based on feedback and results.
• Participated in vendor selection and management process for program initiatives.
• Streamlined communication channels to facilitate efficient collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
• Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
• Championed best practices in project management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
• Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
• Established milestones and objectives based on input from functional areas and stakeholders.
• Utilized data-driven decision-making approaches to inform strategy development and optimize outcomes.
• Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
• Enhanced project visibility with regular status updates, leading to increased stakeholder engagement.
• Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
• Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
• Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
• Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients.
• Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
• Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
• Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Worked as the Project Coordinator and Tours Consultant at New Dawn Associates and the responsibilities included stakeholders and potential partners, Promoting organizations’ products in Rwanda and abroad, Conducting monitoring and evaluation activities of all projects and contributing to monitoring, evaluation and further background information of NDA’s research agenda, Maintaining accurate accounting and financial project records using the agreed system, Work with local and national project partners and NDA colleagues to create and implement individual project development strategies for a variety of responsible, often community based tourism and development projects and Support institutional, capacity building and training activities with local project partners

overall management of day-to-day activities of the organisation, financial and human resources management of the organisation, was responsible for assisting Rwanda youth parliament and its partners in the identification, planning, organising and implementing income generation and other projects including economic development and peace building projects, monitoring and evaluating organization’s activities and drafting policy advocacy tools. During this period, I was Certified as a trainer of IDEA (International Debate Education Association) and courses included Conflict management, Project planning and management using logical framework approaches, Financial management, Resource mobilisation/ fundraising and advocacy with networking, Organisational management including strategic planning and institutional capacity building, Human resources management, Monitoring and evaluation of medium and large projects, Alternative to Violence (AVP) approaches, Reflecting on peace practice (RPP).