Kevin Vincent
The Hague,Netherlands
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. I'm willing to combine my expertise in water operations with my additional knowledge in Hydrology and Water Resources Engineering together with my unique team management skills to contribute positively to the world and to support the sixth sustainable development objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Board Chair
Regentonia9905 Investment Limited
Freetown
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Supervised budgets and timelines, ensuring progress met project scope targets.
- Coordinated the assessment of both surface and groundwater at John Obey as well as the development of a water factory with local hydrogeologists, architects, and civil engineers.
Acting Transmission and Distribution Manager
Guma Valley Water Company
Freetown, Sierra Leone
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Collaborated with staff in planning strategies to achieve distribution targets across the Freetown distribution network.
- Implemented distribution strategies to increase monthly production whilst maintaining quality standards.
- Coordinated key stakeholders to increase efficiency and a smooth operation.
Water Operations and Distribution Engineer
Guma Valley Water Company
Freetown, Sierra Leone
06.2014 - 06.2020
- Monitored and supervised water extensions and rehabilitation projects in various communities including parliament, state house, presidential lodge, and World Bank West African Head Quarter in Freetown.
- Researched and developed engineering solutions to combat operational issues.
- Coordinated with key stakeholders of Guma Valley Water Company such as the Ministry of Water Resources, Environmental Protection Agency, National Protected Area Authority, Sierra Leone Roads Authority,Freetown City Council, and the Sierra Leone Police.
- Gained experience in the Twinning Program at Ghana Water Company
Pupil Engineer
Guma Valley Water Company
Freetown, Sierra Leone
04.2013 - 04.2014
- Drafted engineering reports in support of planning applications, site appraisals, and submissions to superiors.
- Estimated quantities and cost of materials, equipment and labour requirements to determine project feasibility.
- Visited sites to review work progress and drive process improvements.
Part-time Lecturer
Government Technical
institute
Freetown
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Designed exams, assessments, and course content, including lecture material and writing assignments.
- Encouraged students to develop skills in reflection, critical thinking and analysis.
Intern Engineer
International Consulting Service Limited
07.2010 - 12.2010
- Oversaw field projects implementing engineering designs and maintained strict compliance with specifications and applicable codes.
- Trained to utilise basic civil engineering softwares.
Education
Diploma - Project Management
Professional Course
09.2022 - 09.2022
Graduate Degree - Hydrology and Water Resources
Institute for Water Education
Delft, Netherlands 11.2020 - 08.2022
Certificate of Participation - Training Course in Basic Hydrogeology
U.K.-Aid
BO City, Sierra Leone 09.2013 - 09.2013
Bsc. Hons - Civil Engineering
Fourah Bay College University of Sierra Leone
Skills
- Water Operational management
- Hydrology and Hydrogeology
- Data collection and analysis
- Research and Development
- Borehole Designs and Construction
- Building Construction
- Problem-solving skills
- Project Management
- Strategic thinking
- Business planning and development
Affiliations
August 2012 Graduate member of the Sierra Leone Institution of Engineers
Other Activities;
President-Twins and Multiple Births Sierra Leone
Board member-International Council of Multiple Births
Welfare Coordinator- Global twins and Multiple Births
Founder and President of Young Generation - Centenary Tabernacle Church-2014
Treasurer- Centenary Tabernacle Church Choir 2014 - 2020
President Sierra Leone Grammar School Old Boys Union(Class of 2005)-
Interests
Full Hobbies and interests - Playing piano scores, swimming, exploration
Language
English
Fluent
Timeline
Board Chair
Regentonia9905 Investment Limited
01.2023 - 03.2023
Diploma - Project Management
Professional Course
09.2022 - 09.2022
Graduate Degree - Hydrology and Water Resources
Institute for Water Education
11.2020 - 08.2022
Acting Transmission and Distribution Manager
Guma Valley Water Company
06.2020 - 09.2020
Water Operations and Distribution Engineer
Guma Valley Water Company
06.2014 - 06.2020
Certificate of Participation - Training Course in Basic Hydrogeology
U.K.-Aid
09.2013 - 09.2013
Pupil Engineer
Guma Valley Water Company
04.2013 - 04.2014
Part-time Lecturer
Government Technical
institute
01.2012 - 01.2015
Intern Engineer
International Consulting Service Limited
07.2010 - 12.2010
Bsc. Hons - Civil Engineering
Fourah Bay College University of Sierra Leone
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