Phillip Kisembe
System Analyst/Lecturer
Accra
Summary
Accomplished Computer Engineer working as a System Analyst and adjunct lecturer with specialized knowledge in Computer Science and Engineering. Improves learning outcomes across classes. Skilled in engaging with stakeholders of all levels to facilitate requirements gathering and document as-is and to-be processes. Experienced in design, user acceptance testing (UAT), defect resolution and implementation of technical solutions. Oversee successful research initiatives and program operations with natural leadership abilities and hands-on experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Assistant IT Research Manager
Ghana Link Network Services Limited
Accra
07.2020 - Current
- Worked with customers to understand their requirements and wrote the requirements into technical specifications.
- Coordinated and conducted complex tests and debugged systems.
- Worked with a team of software developers to design and build user interfaces and iterations based on user feedback.
- Specified requirements and supported software implementation, test case development, verification test execution and certification.
- Supervised software developers, designers and other department personnel, including task delegation.
- Helped improve system performance by reviewing current processes and recommending improvements.
- Improved workflows through personalized support for common and complex systems.
- Created documentations covering existing processes, feature requests and system reporting tools.
- Wrote 10+ technical manuals with 95% customer satisfaction.
- Defined and organized systems with flow charts and logic diagrams.
- Tested and monitored computer programs and systems.
- Filtered and cleaned data with automated and manual data reviews.
- Transformed raw data into actionable insights for internal teams
Adjunct Lecturer, Computer Engineering
Ghana Communication Technology University
Accra
01.2022 - Current
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to Artificial Intelligence and Compiler Design to boost student learning and retention.
- Delivered engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction, computer lab activities and online learning systems.
- Created clear, engaging lessons to draw interest and develop students' to program in C Programming, Python and Java.
- Composed course syllabus to clearly outline curriculum and expectations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Developed and implemented Data Structures and Algorithms curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Collaborated with department head to create dynamic, ongoing curriculum development and instruction improvement masters and Ph.D program in Computer Engineering.
- Taught AI, Compiler Design and Data Structures and Algorithms classes in application of computer technologies.
- Arranged syllabus, developed schedule and determined reading list for varied courses simultaneously, giving students appropriate time to complete assignments and absorb information.
- Created and designed quizzes, tests and projects to assess student knowledge.
- Met with students outside of class to answer questions, explain difficult concepts and address individual concerns.
- Presented research at conferences to promote university reputation and contribute to understanding of Information Technology industry.
- Conducted research and published journal and conference papers to build shared knowledge base and boost school reputation.
- Participated and led committee meetings to remain aware of developments in subject.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
Head of Department, Computer Engineering
All Nations University
Koforidua
08.2013 - 08.2019
- Evaluated performance continuously to identify areas in need of improvement and implement strategies to keep other lecturers in the department on-track.
- Led regular meetings with lecturers and front-line staff to convey important information and new targets.
- Compiled reading lists and other relevant assignments to bolster student understanding of class concepts.
- Delivered engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction and computer lab activities.
- Composed course syllabus to clearly outline curriculum, expectations for Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering.
- Managed efficient workflows by creating effective schedules and delegating workloads based on personnel strengths and knowledge.
- Implemented strong control and evaluation procedures to maximize departments' work quality.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Conducted and published various research to build shared knowledge base and boost school reputation for scholarship.
- Met with students outside of class to answer questions, explain difficult concepts and address individual concerns.
- Kept lecturers' workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction.
- Assessed, documented and reported on student progress to the university's academic board.
- Supervised final year projects of various students in the department.
Data Analyst Trainee
County Government of Mombasa
Mombasa
12.2010 - 08.2011
- Identified, analyzed and interpreted trends or patterns in complex data sets by finding correlations and visualizing with charts.
- Attended workshops and seminars to remain current on computer applications.
- Assisted end-users with creating custom reports using software and database tools.
- Identified bugs in data collection or reporting and investigated root causes.
- Analyzed user concerns, requirements and requests for system features and uses.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering
All Nations University
Koforidua, Ghana 09.2006 - 11.2010
Master of Technology - Computer Science And Engineering
SRM University
Chennai, India 09.2011 - 05.2013
Ph.D. - Computer Engineering
SHUATS
Allahabad, India 08.2015 - 12.2018
Skills
Technical Analysis
undefinedCertification
Routing and Switching - HCIA
Leadership Experience
- Served as the School Captain in my high school for a year
- Vice Chair: National Society of Black Engineers, ANUC Chapter
- Secretary: Computer Science and Engineering Association, ANUC
- Vice Chair: IEEE Conference organization, SHUATS, India
- News Editor: IEEE International Conference SRM University, India
- Graduate student representative: Dept. of CSE, SRM University, India
- Student Activity Representative: IEEE Ghana
Timeline
Adjunct Lecturer, Computer Engineering
Ghana Communication Technology University
01.2022 - Current
Assistant IT Research Manager
Ghana Link Network Services Limited
07.2020 - Current
Ph.D. - Computer Engineering
SHUATS
08.2015 - 12.2018
Head of Department, Computer Engineering
All Nations University
08.2013 - 08.2019
Master of Technology - Computer Science And Engineering
SRM University
09.2011 - 05.2013
Data Analyst Trainee
County Government of Mombasa
12.2010 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Engineering - Computer Engineering
All Nations University
09.2006 - 11.2010
Routing and Switching - HCIA
Authorized CyberSecurity Academy Instructor - Palo Alto Networks
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