Nelly Wanjau
Administrator and Entrepreneur
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Administrator and Entrepreneur with 15+ years of experience in project management, program delivery, finance, and multi-stakeholder coordination. Founder of Kibali School and Co-founder of Van Beek Biologicals. Skilled in operations management, HR, budgeting, adaptive project management, and stakeholder engagement.
Experience
Co-Founder & Director at Van Beek Biologicals Ltd (2023-01 – Present)
- Lead operations, finance, HR, and strategic initiatives.
- Manage stakeholder relationships and compliance.
- Optimize operational processes and monitor project performance.
Founder & Administrator at Kibali School (2018-01 – Present)
- Oversee school operations, staff training, and development.
- Implement adaptive management and monitoring systems.
- Coordinate community engagement programs and partnerships.
Administration & Finance Lead at Kilifi Port Development Limited (2020-08 – 2024-05)
- Part of the team preparing the Special Economic Zone for investor readiness.
- Managed finance, budgeting, and administration operations.
- Led stakeholder mobilization, engagement, and investor relations.
- Implemented performance monitoring and adaptive project management practices.
Administration Manager at Next Door Ltd (2019-01 – Present)
- Lead administrative and HR functions.
- Execute operational planning, compliance, and process improvements.
Finance & Administration Manager at Akiira Geothermal Limited (2012-02 – 2018-12)
- Managed finance, HR, and administration for 140 MW geothermal project.
- Led budgeting, scheduling, vendor management, and recruitment.
- Ensured regulatory compliance and quality standards.
Administration Manager at Bunks Christian Schools (2011-05 – 2012-01)
- Directed school operations and quality assurance.
- Supervised recruitment, staff management, and facilities.
- Maintained compliance with educational standards.
Administrative & Quality Control Assistant at St. Mary's Sportsview Academy (2005-05 – 2011-03)
- Assisted in administration and quality control.
- Coordinated recruitment, logistics, and facilities.
- Managed employee contracts and correspondence.
Education
BBIT – Kenya Methodist University (2009-01 – 2012-01)
Higher Diploma in IMIS – Kenya College of Communications Technology (2006-01 – 2007-01)
Diploma in IMIS – Kenya College of Communications Technology (2005-01 – 2006-01)
