Stella Wanza

About

Results-oriented and self-motivated water engineering and operations leader with hands-on experience in equipping, drilling, test pumping, water quality assessment, and client service. Proven ability to lead teams and manage branch/department operations, oversee end-to-end delivery of water solutions, and support business growth through procurement, tendering, finance reporting, sales & marketing coordination, and HR processes. Committed to continuous learning and professional development across technical and data/AI tools.

Experience

• HEAD OF EQUIPPING DEPARTMENT-NAIROBI OFFICE · Spirit MVS (PTY) Limited01-01-2024 – 08-01-2025

  ➢ Led the borehole equipping department, ensuring efficient operations and service delivery. ➢ Spearheaded strategic initiatives to support business growth and operational excellence. ➢ Oversaw the end-to-end delivery of borehole equipping products and services. ➢ Ensured clients received reliable, timely, and high-quality water solutions. ➢ Maintained high industry standards in project execution and customer service.

• BRANCH MANAGER-NANYUKI OFFICE · Spirit MVS (PTY) Limited03-01-2022 – 06-01-2023

  ➢ Managed daily operations of the Office, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow. ➢ Led strategic initiatives that supported sustainable business growth and branch performance. ➢ Coordinated the delivery of high-quality borehole drilling products and water solutions. ➢ Ensured timely, reliable, and professional service delivery to clients. ➢ Maintained strong customer relationships and high satisfaction.

• WATER TECHNICIAN · Spirit MVS (PTY) Limited10-01-2019 – 03-01-2022

  ➢ Managed front office operations and client-facing services ➢ Maintained accurate records and filing systems ➢ Maintained accurate digital and physical records. ➢ Prepared technical reports and documentation. ➢ Organized project files and client records. ➢ Entered and verified operational data for reporting purposes ➢ Installed and maintained water pumps and pumping systems ➢ Participated in borehole drilling operations ➢ Supported business development and field marketing activities ➢ Prepared and maintained borehole completion records and technical documentation ➢ Conducted test pumping to assess borehole yield and water quality

• INTERNSHIP-WATER TECHNICIAN · Spirit MVS (PTY) Limited06-01-2019 – 10-01-2019

  ➢ Assisted in pump installation and commissioning ➢ Supported borehole drilling operations under supervision ➢ Participated in client outreach and marketing campaigns ➢ Assisted in completing and filing borehole records ➢ Observed and assisted in test pumping procedures

• ATTACHMENT · Nanyuki Water and Sewerage Company05-01-2017 – 08-01-2017

  ➢ Non-revenue water ➢ Wastewater treatment ➢ Water treatment ➢ Water laboratory ➢ Bottling department ➢ Meter installation and servicing

Education

• Microsoft AI National Skilling Training Programme (ICT Authority in partnership with Pathway Technologies)Certification (Awaiting), Power BI Data Analyst Associate
• Exodus ExpertCertification, AI Tools, Power BI and Excel
• TEFL Professional InstituteCertificate, Teaching English as a Foreign Language Course
• Kenya Water Institute (KEWI)Diploma, Water Engineering
• Northwood College of Business and ComputingCourse/Qualification, Computer Packages
• St Monica Munyaka Secondary SchoolKCSE, Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
• St Moses Primary SchoolKCPE, Kenya Certificate of Primary Education

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