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Yukari Fuchi

Business Development Specialist
Kashiwa,12
Yukari Fuchi

Summary

Through my 10 years of experience working in Uganda, I have developed flexibility, problem-solving abilities, and team-building skills among people from diverse backgrounds. In every setting, I lead teams by establishing achievable milestones to reach final goals.

Currently, I work for an IT solutions provider specializing in mobility. The IT products I manage have been implemented in various projects, from local transportation in Brunei Darussalam to autonomous shuttles in the Philippines. In my current role, I lead project counterparts to achieve goals and seek new business opportunities.

Overview

11
years of professional experience

Work History

Zenmov Inc.

Business Development Specialist
04.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Came up with detailed plans to achieve goeals in several government funded project mainly in the Philippines, Canada and Mozambique.
  • Spearheaded cross-functional teams in the project sites towards achieving common goals, ensuring alignment of objectives across departments in the said projects
  • Planned marketing initiatives and leveraged referral networks to promote business development.
  • Consulted with businesses to supply accurate product and service information specifically IT development contract in mobity area.
  • Met with potential customers to discuss and ascertain needs, tailor solutions in the Philippines, Canada and Mozambique.
  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with professionals within assigned territory.

Embassy of Japan in Uganda

Coordinator for Economic Development
04.2022 - 03.2023

Job overview

  • Made advised to stakeholders to managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Participated in workshops and international conferences to collaborate and be on the same line with other donors in terms of development policies, particularly with Embassies and United Nations.
  • Suggested the strategy to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Japan, of Japanese Economic Development field based on the analysis of the outcomes of the monthly international conferences.
  • Analyze and make report to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Japan over the political and economic situation in Uganda, and the trend of the development.
  • Made report to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Japan over the progress of the Japan funded projects in Uganda.
  • Encouraged Japanese companies which can potentially expand their businesses in Uganda, by coordinating meetings with the company in related areas and providing necessary information in tax and legal area.

Embassy of Japan in Uganda

Consultant of Grant Assistant(ODA)
12.2018 - 11.2021

Job overview

  • Managed multiple deadlines in several projects maximum 6 projects including document screening, interviews, site inspection and proposal writing in 6month.
  • Engaged stakeholders in local organizations (Mainly public hospitals, schools and NGOs) to be in the discussion and research and determine potential needs, feasibility and impact.
  • Conducted field research all over Uganda, including Refugee settlement and distant islands on the lake, and reported to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Japan of the devastated situation such as classrooms with no roof nor wall, hospitals with no water supply.
  • Constructed amicable relationship with local stakeholders to accomplish the project.

Ashinaga Uganda

Office Representative
04.2016 - 03.2018

Job overview

  • Streamlined office processes for improved workflow and increased productivity.
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying opportunities for cost savings through analysis of office expenses.
  • Supported management staff in various administrative tasks such as drafting reports, preparing presentations, and managing correspondence with key stakeholders.
  • Planned and conducted several events for continuis recognition and approval from local leaders for smooth operation of the NGO.
  • Coordinated the periodical visits to the villages to monitor the situation of the benefited children.
  • Collaborated with team members on projects, contributing to successful outcomes.
  • Monitored and administered the office finance including budget making.
  • Communicated to potential partner NGOs and donors by attending international events and conferences.

Ashinaga Uganda

Program Assistant
05.2013 - 03.2015

Job overview

  • Assisted with planning and coordinating day-to-day and special program activities.
  • Provided administrative support to daily operations through efficient task prioritization and delegation skills.
  • Assisted in finance by keeping daily record and conducting routine banking procedures
  • Coordinated event logistics, including venue selection, catering arrangements and attendee registration processes.
  • Conducted research and analyzed data to inform program decisions.
  • Coordinated and communicated with external stakeholders to support program objectives.
  • Assisted in grant writing efforts, securing additional funding for program expansion and improvements.

Education

Waseda University
Tokyo

Bachelor of Arts from Litrature And Media
04.2001

University Overview

Skills

Proposal Writing

Interests

African Literature

Movie

Shared House

Timeline

Business Development Specialist
Zenmov Inc.
04.2023 - Current
Coordinator for Economic Development
Embassy of Japan in Uganda
04.2022 - 03.2023
Consultant of Grant Assistant(ODA)
Embassy of Japan in Uganda
12.2018 - 11.2021
Office Representative
Ashinaga Uganda
04.2016 - 03.2018
Program Assistant
Ashinaga Uganda
05.2013 - 03.2015
Waseda University
Bachelor of Arts from Litrature And Media
04.2001
Yukari FuchiBusiness Development Specialist