Experienced IT leader with 8 years in software development, project management and IT Operations. Proven track record of driving successful project execution, from conception to completion, managing resources effectively, and achieving significant operational improvements. Currently pursuing an Executive MBA and a Business Management certification. A passionate advocate for women in STEM and a leader in technology empowerment initiatives.
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YASHASWINI KS
Executive Director - IT
Summary
Overview
9
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Garden City University
Executive Director, IT
01.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Oversee entire IT operations, including hardware and software projects
- Spearheaded the successful implementation of the Juno Campus ERP system at Garden City University
- Managed the entire ERP implementation project from vendor selection and negotiation to planning, execution, resource allocation, risk management, and user training
- Led the complete revamp of the university's network and server infrastructure, resulting in a significant reduction in downtime and improved network performance
- Headed the entire project right from conception to completion
- Handled the project to redesign and relaunch of the university website, boosting online engagement
- Understand project requirements and get estimates from the technical team, planning, preparing technical documentation, resource planning, delivery management, and quality assurance
- Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and ensure coordination between the teams
- Oversee procurement, deployment, and effective utilization of resources
- Management of any project delays or provides alternate actions as required
- Employee relationship building, team building, management skills, people management
- Team review meetings
- Identifying and hiring the right talent.
Tech Mahindra
Software Engineer
08.2015 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Working on a project related to Semiconductor and Manufacturing Industry and have gained good exposure to the business process
- Working in Implementation and Support Areas in SD (Sales division), MM (Material Management), FI(Finance), and PP (procurement) modules of SAP R/3
- Good working knowledge of Data Dictionary objects (Tables, Views, Structures, Table maintenance) and Module pool programming
- Extensively Working on the generation of Reports (Classical, Interactive, ALV, and OOP's ALV)
- Good understanding of ABAP Object-Oriented Programming
- Knowledge in Debugging techniques - Break Points - Experience in debugging SAP Standard Programs.
Education
Garden City UniversityBengaluru, Karnataka, India
Executive MBA(Pursuing)
06.2023 - Current
University Overview
Indian Institute of Management, KozhikodeKozhikode, Kerala, India
Professional Certificate Programme in Business Management from Business Management
10.2023 - Current
University Overview
VTU, Belgaum
Bachelor of Engineering from Telecommunication
08.2011 - 08.2015
University Overview
Aggregate: 72%
Karnataka State Board
P.U.C from PCMB
University Overview
Aggregate: 80.00%
Karnataka State Board
S.S.L.C
University Overview
Aggregate: 91.36%
Skills
Database and SQL - Beginnerundefined
Ongoing Certifications
Ongoing Certifications
- Google IT Support - online course offered by Google in Coursera
- Google Project Management - online course offered by Google in Coursera
Completed Certifications
Completed Certifications
- IBM Data Science Professional Certificate - offered by IBM
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Experience
- State President - Technology Empowerment Council for Karnataka at Women's Indian Commerce and Industry (WICCI) - Appointed in Nov 2023
- Google's Women Techmaker - Member
- Women in Tech - Events Coordinator
- Google Developer Groups - Member
- Young Indians - Member May 2022 to June 2023
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Appointed as State President - Technology Empowerment Council for Karnataka at Women's Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry(WICCI) - since Nov 2023
- Recognized as Global Ambassador for India at Women Tech Network, a global organization working towards providing opportunities for professional growth and career advancement for women in technology
Timeline
Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode
Professional Certificate Programme in Business Management from Business Management
10.2023 - Current
Garden City University
Executive MBA(Pursuing)
06.2023 - Current
Executive Director, IT
Garden City University
01.2018 - Current
Software Engineer
Tech Mahindra
08.2015 - 01.2018
VTU, Belgaum
Bachelor of Engineering from Telecommunication
08.2011 - 08.2015
Karnataka State Board
P.U.C from PCMB
Karnataka State Board
S.S.L.C
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