Allan Robert Kugonza
Mbale,209
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Principal Engineer- Zonal Operations
Umeme Ltd
01.2022 - Current
- Establish best practices in design in order to achieve increased efficiency and consistency across projects.
- Review plans, documents, and related materials to assess projected actions and advise on changes.
- Train staff members on improved engineering application processes.
- Coordinate with multiple departments to effectively manage resources, schedules, and budgets during project execution.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Reduce production costs with efficient resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Improve reliability of systems by conducting root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
- Lead engineering teams to successfully complete projects on time and within budget.
- Collaborate with other departments to facilitate successful project completion.
- Create detailed reports on engineering activities and findings.
Network Engineer
Umeme Ltd
09.2015 - 01.2021
- Increased overall network stability by performing root cause analysis on recurring issues and implementing long-term solutions.
- Planned implementation of network enhancements and upgrades.
- Monitored network capacity and performance to diagnose and resolve complex network problems.
- Managed, tracked, and coordinated problem resolution and escalation processes.
- Boosted system availability by conducting regular maintenance tasks.
- Reduced downtime with proactive monitoring of the network
- Improved network performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks, optimizing configurations, and implementing best practices.
Technical Officer
Umeme Ltd
03.2013 - 09.2015
- Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction with prompt issue resolution and proactive system maintenance.
Education
MBA - Business Management
Ndejje University
Luwero District, Uganda 06.2021 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Ndejje University
Luwero District, Uganda 06.2008 - 10.2011
Ordinary Diploma in Electrical Engineering -
UTC Kichwamba
Kabarole District, Uganda 06.2004 - 07.2006
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) -
Makerere High School
Kampala, Uganda 01.2002 - 11.2003
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Makerere Highway College
Kampala, Uganda 01.1998 - 11.2001
Skills
- Root Cause Analysis
- Effective communication
- Excellent presentation skills
- Safety Procedures (ORHVS)
- Customer service
- Supervision
- Team building
- MS Office
- Conflict resolution
- Proposal evaluation
- Research and analysis
- Workflow coordination
- Drawing review
- Customer focus
- Data review
- Project coordination
References
- Alex Atukunda, Head Network Operations, alex.atukunda@umeme.co.ug, Umeme Ltd
- John Magulu, Network Operations Manager, John.magulu@umeme.co.ug, Umeme Ltd
- Wilson Egesa, Operations Manager, wilson.egesa@umeme.co.ug
Accomplishments
- Increased revenue/ sales for the company through reduction of ENS.
- Optimized the network and improved its performance.
- Worked on special projects the biggest being construction of Nyakesi substation
- I have been complimented by my supervisors and co-workers
- Received performance and safety awards
- Saved money for the company through proper material utilization
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
Timeline
Principal Engineer- Zonal Operations
Umeme Ltd
01.2022 - Current
MBA - Business Management
Ndejje University
06.2021 - 10.2023
Network Engineer
Umeme Ltd
09.2015 - 01.2021
Technical Officer
Umeme Ltd
03.2013 - 09.2015
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Ndejje University
06.2008 - 10.2011
Ordinary Diploma in Electrical Engineering -
UTC Kichwamba
06.2004 - 07.2006
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE) -
Makerere High School
01.2002 - 11.2003
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Makerere Highway College
01.1998 - 11.2001
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