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Nicholas (Odima) Odongo

Management Consultant

Nicholas Odongo
Bochum, Germany

Experience

Sep 2015 - Present
10 years 5 months

Management Consultant

Freelance

  • Independent analysis and optimization of business processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Responsible execution of projects in the areas of financial planning and operational excellence, including the preparation of final reports.
  • Close collaboration with clients and coordination of actions.
  • Advising multinational companies on synthesizing financial data from Turkey, economic models from Germany, and the realities of emerging markets in Kenya to create a truly global risk picture.
  • Bridging the gap between qualitative risk assessments and hard financial data. Developing models to estimate the potential financial impact of strategic risks (e.g., reputational damage, loss of key personnel).
  • Further developing Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) beyond simply ticking off checklists to leverage risk information for strategic decisions, such as entering new markets with comprehensive risk awareness or acquiring companies with a complete understanding of their risk profile.
Jan 2015 - Aug 2015
8 months
Kenya

Business Analyst / Management Consultant

Chronic Consultancy Limited

  • Conducting feasibility studies to support management decision-making.
  • Preparing detailed proposals and reports for management.
Mar 2014 - Jul 2015
1 year 5 months
Kenya

Financial Advisor / Trainer

Old Mutual Life Assurance Co. Ltd

  • Customer management and training on financial products, strong communication and consulting skills.
  • Negotiation and conclusion of contracts.
Jan 2014 - Mar 2014
3 months
Kenya

Tutor

Northpole College

  • I have taught professional accounting and business qualifications (ACCA, CPA, ABE) in subjects such as economics and financial accounting, assessing student performance to provide tailored instruction that adapts to individual learning styles and thus ensures academic success.
Dec 2013 - Jan 2014
2 months
Kenya

Finance Intern, Accounting / SAP Business One

Krystalline Salt Ltd

  • Served as a strategic coordinator between purchasing, sales, and production, closing operational gaps and addressing business management issues.
  • Analyzed KPIs and contributed to strategic planning.
  • Supported financial statements through inventory valuation and variance analysis.
  • Prepared management reports and conducted project work and ad-hoc analyses to support continuous business improvement.
May 2012 - Sep 2012
5 months
Kenya

Intern in Human Resources and Finance Departments

Ministry of Information, Republic of Kenya

  • Preparation of monthly payroll for civil servants.
  • Preparation and analysis of financial reports.
  • Preparation of advance payments.
Apr 2011 - Apr 2011
1 month
Kenya

Examination Checker

Kenya Accounts and Secretaries National Examination Board (KASNEB)

  • Applied assessment schemes to evaluate responses for accuracy, relevance, and quality to ensure impartiality and consistency.
  • Distinguished between partial and full marks, reviewed results, and maintained accurate records.
  • Provided constructive feedback and participated in training sessions to ensure adherence to assessment standards.
Jan 2011 - Jan 2012
1 year 1 month
Kenya

Academic Secretary, Student Governing Council

Inoorero University Student Association

  • Addressing all academic issues of the students.
  • Planning academic symposia, seminars, and debates.
  • Collaborating with all class representatives and reporting any disagreements to the registrar responsible for academic affairs.
Jan 2011 - May 2011
5 months
Kenya

Intern, Front Office & Service Administration

Stima SACCO Society Ltd

  • Issuing payment slips and receipts.
  • Timely weekly bank and cash reconciliation.
  • Preparation and analysis of financial reports.
  • Supporting the annual audit by providing all necessary information to the auditors.
  • Posting and recording payment and journal entries in the general ledger.
Jul 2010 - Aug 2010
2 months
Kenya

Election Clerk, Referendum 2010

Interim Independent Electoral Commission (IIEC)

  • Managed the operation of polling stations, verified voter eligibility, and issued ballots during the 2010 referendum.
  • Performed meticulous vote counting and accurate recording of results on official tally sheets.
  • Ensured strict adherence to IIEC procedures for a transparent and credible election result.
Sep 2009 - Oct 2009
2 months
Kenya

Enumerator, Kenya Slum Upgrading Project (KENSUP)

Ministry of Local Government & Office of Deputy Prime Minister in liaison with Italian Corporation

  • Conducted comprehensive data collection in slum areas through household interviews and observational studies on living conditions.
  • Ensured data accuracy and ethical compliance, built trust within the community, and obtained informed consent.
  • Met deadlines, resolved fieldwork challenges, and contributed to process improvements through debriefings.
Jul 2009 - Aug 2009
2 months
Kenya

Census 2009 Enumerator

Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS)

  • Conducted household interviews and accurately recorded responses to collect demographic and socioeconomic data.
  • Ensured complete area coverage, verified form accuracy, and protected respondent confidentiality.
  • Supported the successful implementation of a national census exercise.
Oct 2007 - Present
18 years 4 months

Farming & Trade

Self-employed

  • Trade in animals and agricultural products.
  • Plant corn and trees for sale.
  • Trade in stocks (shares, money market, etc.) to diversify portfolio.

Summary

A Ph.D in Economics candidate with in-depth knowledge of international finance and strategic management, capable of making data-driven decisions and analyzing complex global market challenges. Ongoing doctoral studies and two master's degrees ensure that recommendations are based on the latest academic research and sound methodological training, not just industry trends. An educational path spanning Kenya, Turkey, and Germany fosters a unique ability to understand business challenges from diverse cultural and economic perspectives. The M.Sc. in Finance provides the technical "hard skills," while the degree in International Economics and Management offers the broader strategic perspective, enabling holistic solutions. Possesses in-depth expertise in project planning, order processing, and interface management, particularly in logistics and production. Masters the full spectrum of data analysis, from data collection (MATLAB, R, STATA SQL, Python, SAP) to the creation of reports and actionable recommendations for management. A goal-oriented team player with strong skills in client communication, negotiation, and coordinating internal and external partners.

Languages

English
Native
Swahili
Native
Turkish
Advanced
German
Intermediate

Education

Apr 2025 - Present

Helmut-Schmidt-Universität

Ph.D in Economics, Dr. rer. pol. · Economics · Hamburg, Germany

Oct 2021 - Jul 2024

Universität Paderborn

M.Sc. International Economics and Management · International Economics and Management · Paderborn, Germany · Good (2.2)

Oct 2019 - Jun 2021

Universität Paderborn

Transitional Bachelor’s degree, Economics and Management · Economics and Management · Paderborn, Germany

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