Top Talent like Kenstonia are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Kenstonia Edende

Project Manager
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
MBA Candidate at SMU Cox School of Business | Forté Fellow | Strategic Innovator in Project Management
Hi! I'm Kenstonia. I am currently an MBA candidate at SMU Cox School of Business with a background in Business Development, Strategy and Innovation, Due Diligence, International Development, and Project Management. I have a strong focus on Innovation, Education, Business Strategy, and Economic Development. My experience spans industries such as consulting, international development, and financial services across Africa and the United States. I am keen on opportunities that allow me to leverage my diverse skill set to excel in fast-paced environments and add significant value to projects.

Work History

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MBA Candidate

SMU Cox School of Business
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Associate Project Manager

Hawksworth AdvisorsAug 2023 - Jul 2024 • 1 yrCo-led a 10-person team to conduct a USAID Digital Country Assessment for Nigeria in 6 states across the country; engaged key stakeholders including government officials, civil society and private sector players. Conducted in-depth assessments and designed innovative national programs for MSMEs, women and youth aimed to drive development across African countries including Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Niger Republic and Guinea Bissau.
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Business Consultant

EYDec 2022 - Jul 2023 • 8 mosSupported the implementation of internal control over financial reporting for a Top 7 insurance company in Nigeria.
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Consultant

Hawksworth AdvisorsSep 2022 - Dec 2022 • 4 mosCountry Lead for Niger Republic in the ECOWAS/AfDB Feasibility Study on Women Innovation Hubs Project; directed the analysis of Niger’s education, digital and female entrepreneurship ecosystem. Led a market entry strategy project for a Haitian food brand looking to expand to the U.S.
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Associate Consultant

Hawksworth AdvisorsNov 2021 - Sep 2022 • 11 mosPart of a team of 6 evaluators that conducted a UNICEF-sponsored Monitoring and Evaluation project; key activities involved developing a case study and interviewing the State Basic Education Boards and Honorable Commissioners of Lagos and Edo states for the Ministry of Education, Nigeria. Key member of a team that developed a market entry strategy and country identification framework for a leading luxury accessories brand in Haiti looking to penetrate the African market. Part of a team that conducted a commercial due diligence for a 26,000 sqm beach resort in Nigeria, and designed a survey to assess current consumer preferences in the market. Led the development of a Climate Change-focused concept note for the African Development Bank (AfDB) Climate Change Fund which was promoted to the final stage of the call for applications in Africa.
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Research Analyst

Hawksworth AdvisorsJan 2021 - Oct 2021 • 10 mosSuccessfully produced and submitted Technical Project Proposals and Expressions of Interest (EOI) in accordance with terms of reference requirements. Collaborated to draw up a business plan for a start-up in Italy leveraging in-depth market research.
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Business Development and Research Analyst

AfriKnowledgeBaseJun 2020 - Dec 2020 • 7 mosIncreased brand following by 65% and website engagement by 110% within first 3 months. Conducted competitor analysis and published bi-monthly research articles, highlighting economic landscapes of African countries and industries as well as investment opportunities.
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Writer and Proofreader

UpworkDec 2018 - Dec 2020 • 2 yrs 1 mo

Education

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SMU Cox School of Business

Master of Business Administration - MBA2024 - 2026
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University of Lagos

Bachelor's degree, Accounting2016 - 2020

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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MBA Candidate at SMU Cox School of Business | Forté Fellow | Strategic Innovator in Project Management
Hi! I'm Kenstonia. I am currently an MBA candidate at SMU Cox School of Business with a background in Business Development, Strategy and Innovation, Due Diligence, International Development, and Project Management. I have a strong focus on Innovation, Education, Business Strategy, and Economic Development. My experience spans industries such as consulting, international development, and financial services across Africa and the United States. I am keen on opportunities that allow me to leverage my diverse skill set to excel in fast-paced environments and add significant value to projects.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
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Top Talent like Kenstonia are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Kenstonia Edende

Project Manager
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

S

MBA Candidate

SMU Cox School of Business
H

Associate Project Manager

Hawksworth AdvisorsAug 2023 - Jul 2024 • 1 yrCo-led a 10-person team to conduct a USAID Digital Country Assessment for Nigeria in 6 states across the country; engaged key stakeholders including government officials, civil society and private sector players. Conducted in-depth assessments and designed innovative national programs for MSMEs, women and youth aimed to drive development across African countries including Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Niger Republic and Guinea Bissau.
E

Business Consultant

EYDec 2022 - Jul 2023 • 8 mosSupported the implementation of internal control over financial reporting for a Top 7 insurance company in Nigeria.
H

Consultant

Hawksworth AdvisorsSep 2022 - Dec 2022 • 4 mosCountry Lead for Niger Republic in the ECOWAS/AfDB Feasibility Study on Women Innovation Hubs Project; directed the analysis of Niger’s education, digital and female entrepreneurship ecosystem. Led a market entry strategy project for a Haitian food brand looking to expand to the U.S.
H

Associate Consultant

Hawksworth AdvisorsNov 2021 - Sep 2022 • 11 mosPart of a team of 6 evaluators that conducted a UNICEF-sponsored Monitoring and Evaluation project; key activities involved developing a case study and interviewing the State Basic Education Boards and Honorable Commissioners of Lagos and Edo states for the Ministry of Education, Nigeria. Key member of a team that developed a market entry strategy and country identification framework for a leading luxury accessories brand in Haiti looking to penetrate the African market. Part of a team that conducted a commercial due diligence for a 26,000 sqm beach resort in Nigeria, and designed a survey to assess current consumer preferences in the market. Led the development of a Climate Change-focused concept note for the African Development Bank (AfDB) Climate Change Fund which was promoted to the final stage of the call for applications in Africa.
H

Research Analyst

Hawksworth AdvisorsJan 2021 - Oct 2021 • 10 mosSuccessfully produced and submitted Technical Project Proposals and Expressions of Interest (EOI) in accordance with terms of reference requirements. Collaborated to draw up a business plan for a start-up in Italy leveraging in-depth market research.
A

Business Development and Research Analyst

AfriKnowledgeBaseJun 2020 - Dec 2020 • 7 mosIncreased brand following by 65% and website engagement by 110% within first 3 months. Conducted competitor analysis and published bi-monthly research articles, highlighting economic landscapes of African countries and industries as well as investment opportunities.
U

Writer and Proofreader

UpworkDec 2018 - Dec 2020 • 2 yrs 1 mo

Education

S

SMU Cox School of Business

Master of Business Administration - MBA2024 - 2026
U

University of Lagos

Bachelor's degree, Accounting2016 - 2020

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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