Who I am
I'm a web developer based in Nairobi, Kenya. I do frontend/backend development using PHP, MySQL, HTML5, CSS3 and Javascript. I'm a team player and always focused on providing internet solutions that change lives.
In 2020, I clocked a decade of developing websites for individuals and businesses across Africa.
I'm currently working at The Standard Group PLC as a Reader Revenue Manager, a position entailing growing of the digital subscription to web content.
12
Years of experience Yep. More than a decade developing web projects
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Projects I have handled projects in Kenya and Zimbabwe.
My Skills
Skills and experience acquired from my work experience
Javascript
Website Audits (Web Page performance, SEO and user experience
Bootstrap
Laravel
Digital Ad-execution (Google Ad-manager, Google Ads, Adsense, Amazon Publisher Ads
Data Analytic
Ubuntu Server Management
Digital Subscriber Management
Digital Marketing
My Resume
Summary
Jared Kidambi
My goal is to make a difference in the world and make it a better place for humanity. Also, I'm passionate about helping others succeed in life.
- Nairobi, Kenya
- info [at] jaredkidambi.com
Education
Computer science and technology, Web designing/Development, Networking and programming
2005 - 2009
Maseno University , Kenya
Activities and societies: The V.O.I.C.E campaign Maseno University chapter, Holygan ministries, C.U. Maseno University
KCSE
2000 - 2003
Kenyatta High School, Kenya
Activities and societies: Science Congress
Licenses & certifications
Management Training Certification
Issued Aug 2018
Business Person's Mentor Limited
Professional Experience
Reader Revenue Manager
Mar 2021 - Present
The Standard Group PLC
- Developing monetisable digital assets
- Develop and implement strategies to grow indirect advertising revenues. (Youtube, Adsense, Adx, Amazon)
- Work closely with the editorial and the data team to help improve the quality of journalism based on user feedback and preference.
- Ensure customer satisfaction on the Digital platforms.
- Provide support to the business transformation project through the development and maintenance of the Global Planner and Group CMS
- Working with marketing to ensure growth in Digital subscriptions and retention of subscribers
- Provide support to other monetisable platforms (Digger Motors, Properties, VAS and jobs)
- Provide digital support to TV, Radio and Circulation
Senior Web Developer
Jun 2014 - Mar 2021 · 6 yrs 10 mos
The Standard Group PLC
- Working closely with mobile network operators like Safaricom, Equitel and Airtel to optimize and improve revenue generated on Standard Digital PRSP business.
Webmaster
May 2012 - Jun 2014 · 2 yrs 2 mos
The Standard Group PLC
- Redesigning/Developing existing/new products including a custom CMS for better value in the market
- Media Monitoring, Updating and optimizing web product for both desktop and mobile devices
- Performing routine maintenance of all web systems including web servers, source code and CMS among others.
- Managing and update Standard Digital social media profiles i.e. Twitter, Facebook including instant articles, G+, and YouTube.
- Monitoring website traffic and implementing search engine optimization techniques
- Handle and execute data mining requests (video, text and graphics) for SG’s reporters, editors and correspondents.
- Optimisation of digital advert inventory for better ROI
- Optimisation and installation of third-party revenue tags on the websites
Head of Products Development
Oct 2011 - May 2012 ·
Web Tribe Ltd
- Onboarding clients to JamboPay platform.
- Meeting up with clients
- Development and maintenance of client websites
- Collaborating with other developers in developing client websites and integration
Software Developer
Aug 2010 - Oct 2011
Stepping Stone Advertising, New York, NY
- Developing websites using PHP, MySQL, MSSQL, HTML and CSS
- Working closely with the web designer and senior developer to create simple and intuitive designs.
- Development and maintenance of client websites
- Integration of JamboPay APIs to client websites.