Nelly Medina

Senior Project Manager @Kyndryl South Africa

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I am a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in IT project management, risk management, and Agile leadership. I hold a PMP certification and a Master’s degree in Information Technology. My career spans roles in major organizations like IBM/Kyndryl, where I have successfully led complex Transition and Transformation projects across multiple regions, showcasing strong leadership and risk mitigation skills. With over 10 years of expertise in managing large-scale IT projects, I specialize in transition readiness, service commencement, and knowledge transfer, ensuring smooth project execution on time and within budget. I’ve held key roles including Risk Manager, Quality Assurance Representative, and IT Director, managing cross-functional teams and driving significant process improvements. Key Achievements: Operational Readiness & Transition: Led a successful service readiness project for a prestigious bank in the UK, managing over 40 workstreams, and achieving 3 critical milestones. Knowledge Transfer Leadership: Delivered a successful completion of a 12-service-line transition project at a financial company in South Africa, meeting all client requirements despite a 5-week project extension. Risk Management: Spearheaded risk management for an entertainment company in SA, ensuring timely delivery of 106 client deliverables while managing all program risks and issues. I am fluent in English and Spanish, with basic knowledge of Italian, and have a strong foundation in quality assurance and strategic project planning.