GRACE MTENDAMEMA
DAR ES SALAAM
Summary
Dynamic Project Director at Adixoil Company Ltd with a proven track record in project management and stakeholder engagement. Expert in budget management and team leadership, successfully enhancing operational efficiencies and increasing customer satisfaction. Adept at mentoring junior staff and driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve strategic goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
PROJECT DIRECTOR
Adixoil Company Ltd
Dar es salaam
09.2017 - 04.2025
- Led cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with corporate goals.
- Represented the company on local and international meetings with clients and partners.
- Overseeing business operations on daily bases.
- Managed budgets and strategic plans to ensure achievement of goals and objectives for the project.
- Mentored junior project managers on best practices and methodologies.
- Developed comprehensive project plans to guide execution and resource allocation for various campaigns and marketing activities.
- Conducted regular meetings to review progress, address any potential risks or issues, and assess team performance.
- Coordinated with internal departments to ensure compliance with government policies and requirements
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing project activities and results for upper management.
- Negotiated contracts with customers and suppliers
- Facilitated resolution of conflicts among members of cross-functional teams.
- Developed and executed project plans, budgets, and timelines. This includes timeline of importation of inventory to avoid shortage of stock.
- Maintained relationships with key stakeholders throughout the duration of the project.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiencies within the organization.
- Ensured adherence to partnership agreement and policies regarding safety standards during all phases of the project lifecycle.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement.
- Increased customer satisfaction by guiding and leading sales and marketing teams on proper practices.
- Planned and supervised project operations, resolving cross-functional issues by implementing processes.
- Submitted budget estimates, progress reports, and cost tracking reports for periodic management meetings.
- Negotiated with project stakeholders and our main suppliers to obtain resources and marketing support to achieve.
Project Coordinator
TECIC TANZANIA
Dar es salaam
08.2011 - 08.2017
- Coordinated project timelines and resources for various telecommunication companies in Tanzania.Facilitated communication between stakeholders to ensure project alignment and completion within agreed Organized project meetings, preparing agendas and documenting key discussions and decisions.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders to ensure project alignment and completion within agreed
- Organized project meetings, preparing agendas and documenting key discussions and decisions.
- Assisted in developing project plans, outlining tasks and responsibilities for team members.
- Monitored project progress, identifying potential issues and proposing solutions to the team.
- Managed project documentation, ensuring accuracy and accessibility for all team members.
- Supported budget management by tracking expenses.
- Trained new staff on project procedures and best practices to enhance team efficiency.
- Coordinated with internal departments as well as external vendors to ensure successful completion of tasks.
- Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly reports summarizing key performance indicators.
- Provided direction, guidance and support to team members throughout the duration of projects.
- Assessed, monitored and reported on work progression.
- Developed and implemented project plans, established timelines, tracked progress and ensured deadlines were met.
- Maintained a detailed database of project information including budgeting, resources and deliverables.
- Liaised between departments, vendors and clients to monitor project expenses.
- Managed communication channels between various teams involved in the execution of complex projects.
- Developed and implemented project tracker or calendar to meet and maintain standards.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop project solutions resulting in on-time execution.
- Analyzed data related to projects in order to identify areas for improvement or optimization opportunities.
- Resolved conflicts among team members by providing creative solutions that addressed all parties' needs.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations or standards when executing projects across multiple regions.
Project Financial Manager
DoubleTel Zimbabwe
Harare
01.2011 - 07.2011
- Developed financial reports to support decision-making processes.
- Managed budgeting processes to ensure financial accuracy.
- Analyzed variance reports to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Collaborated with departments to align financial strategies.
- Monitored cash flow and prepared forecasts for management review.
- Ensured compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
Assistant Accountant - Credit Unit
AIRTEL TANZANIA
DAR ES SALAA
06.2010 - 11.2010
- Assisted in preparing financial statements and reports for management review.
- Processed invoices and maintained accurate records in accounting software.
- Reconciled bank statements to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Supported monthly closing procedures by gathering necessary documentation.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable transactions effectively.
Education
MBA - Finance And Banking
Tumaini University
Iringa06-2010
Advanced Diploma - Accounting And Finance
Institute Of Financial Management
Dar Es Salaam06-2008
High School Diploma -
Loyola High School
Dar Es Salaam05-2005
Secondary School Education -
St. Francis Girl's Secondary School
Mbeya11-2002
Skills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Communication management
- Team leadership
- Mentoring junior staff
- Progress tracking
- Cross-functional coordination
- Financial administration
- Project planning
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Time management
- Written communication
- Multitasking capacity
- Effective communication
- Professionalism
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Travelling
Languages
English
First Language
Swahili
Proficient (C2)
C2
Accomplishments
- Established the whole organization from just an idea to a mult million company, importing Lubricants from Europe to Tanzania.
Reference
- Faraja Mkinga
Managing director
Adixoil Tanzania
0759 883 334
faraja@liquimoly.co.tz
- Blandina Billy
Managing director
Tecic Tanzania Ltd
0789 202020
blandina@tecic.co.tz
- Judith Mahinyila
Head of procurement
Adixoil Company Ltd
0655861 421
Judith@liquimoly.co.tz
Timeline
PROJECT DIRECTOR
Adixoil Company Ltd
09.2017 - 04.2025
Project Coordinator
TECIC TANZANIA
08.2011 - 08.2017
Project Financial Manager
DoubleTel Zimbabwe
01.2011 - 07.2011
Assistant Accountant - Credit Unit
AIRTEL TANZANIA
06.2010 - 11.2010
MBA - Finance And Banking
Tumaini University
Advanced Diploma - Accounting And Finance
Institute Of Financial Management
High School Diploma -
Loyola High School
Secondary School Education -
St. Francis Girl's Secondary School