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Community Service
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Kemar Gilkes

Summary

Facilities management professional with strong track record in ensuring efficient operations and safety compliance. Skilled in project management, budgeting, and vendor relations. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to changing needs to achieve optimal results. Dependable in maintaining and improving facilities to support organizational goals.

Experienced with overseeing complex IT projects and implementing innovative technology solutions. Utilizes strategic planning to enhance system performance and security. Knowledge of team leadership and effective resource management.

Programming professional with substantial experience in software development and history of delivering high-quality code. Known for strong collaboration skills and ability to adapt to evolving project requirements. Expertise in coding, debugging, and optimizing software systems, coupled with commitment to achieving impactful results.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Facilities Manager

Candrug International Ltd.
11.2020 - Current
  • In addition to continuing with my responsibilities as a Programmer and Information Technology Manager, I now have the added responsibility of Facilities Manager.
  • Oversaw emergency response protocols, ensuring staff readiness for any facility-related incidents.
  • Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
  • Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
  • Established emergency response procedures, effectively managing crisis situations with minimal disruption to operations.

Information Technology Manager

Candrug International Ltd.
06.2019 - Current
  • In addition to continuing with my responsibilities as a programmer, I am now responsible for the direct oversight of the Information Technology operations of the company. Responsible for the monthly and quarterly reporting of the department to the Board of Directors, documentation and implementation of processes, workflows and protocols for the efficient and secure use of technology within the company.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost-effective services that met organizational requirements.
  • Managed teams of contractors and full time staff by coaching, mentoring and driving efficiency.
  • Conducted regular assessments of IT infrastructure, identifying opportunities for upgrades and enhancements.
  • Developed and executed strategic IT initiatives to support organizational growth and innovation.

Programmer

Candrug International Ltd.
02.2019 - Current
  • In this position I am responsible for producing fully functional, SEO optimised e-commerce websites.
  • Designed intuitive user interfaces that enhanced overall product usability and customer satisfaction levels.
  • Conducted thorough testing and debugging of applications, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
  • Reduced system errors and improved reliability through rigorous debugging processes.
  • Conducted in-depth market research to inform development of features that addressed unmet user needs.
  • Researched information and conducted analysis for software and systems modifications and new projects.

Full Stack Web Developer (.Net)

LPA Corporate Solutions (Caribbean) Inc.
09.2017 - 02.2019
  • Responsible for developing, creating and modifying software solutions to meet the needs of our clients.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliver innovative solutions.
  • Optimized database queries for improved application performance and data retrieval efficiency.
  • Mentored junior developers on coding standards and effective problem-solving techniques.
  • Applied responsive design principles to ensure consistent display and functionality across a wide range of devices, including mobile phones, tablets, and desktop computers.
  • Discussed project progress with customers, collected feedback on different stages and directly addressed concerns.
  • Developed functional databases, applications and servers to support websites on back-end.

ICT Manager / Software Developer

Lumisol Technology Consultancy Inc.
08.2016 - 07.2017
  • Responsible for managing and coordinating all activities of the ICT team inclusive of end user support, and pre-sales support. Responsible for the planning, design and implementation of network infrastructure, PBX set-ups, VoIP Solutions and Vendor Selection. Additionally, I coordinate software development projects from conceptualisation to user acceptance.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to identify technology needs and prioritize project initiatives.
  • Manage vendor relationships, negotiating contracts to optimize service delivery and cost-efficiency.
  • Developed custom IT solutions to address specific business needs, driving operational improvements and cost savings.
  • Reduced downtime by promptly addressing hardware and software issues, ensuring minimal impact on business operations.
  • Optimized helpdesk performance through process improvements, enabling faster response times and increased user satisfaction levels.
  • Oversaw IT department operations and training.

Systems Administrator (Intern)

Ansa McAL (Barbados) Ltd.
06.2016 - 07.2016
  • Responsible for providing Tiers I & II level support to user’s which includes but is not limited to; resolving login issues, updating and installing required hardware, operating systems, and user applications, and troubleshooting the same, installing and configuring servers, the associated services and applications.

Part-time Demonstrator (Teaching Assistant)

Department of Computer Science, Mathematics & Physics, The University of the West Indies – Cave Hill Campus
09.2013 - 05.2016
  • Supervised laboratory sessions for the assigned course COMP2160 – Object Oriented Programming and COMP-3160 – Database Management Systems. Assisted students in better understanding the course material. Analysed and assessed course assignments in an accurate and timely manner.

Student Assistant

Campus IT Services, The University of the West Indies – Cave Hill Campus
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Provided first tier support to students visiting the IT Helpdesk and those requesting assistance from outside of the island. Recorded, updated and followed up on all service requests via the Service Desk Support Application.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science with Electronics (minor)

The University of The West Indies – Cave Hill Campus
10.2013

Diploma - Microcomputer Technology

Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic
01.2009

City & Guilds Certificate - Micro Computer Technology Parts 1 & 2

Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic
01.2009

Skills

  • Emergency preparedness
  • Leadership and supervision
  • Operational management
  • Technical team management
  • Employee supervision and task delegation

  • Operational efficiency and safety
  • IT asset management
  • IT compliance
  • Business analysis
  • IT risk management

References

  • Neal, Griffith, Managing Director, ngriffith@maybridgeinternational.com, (246) 622-4049, Chaundler Trust & Corporate Services, No. 15 Maxwell Main Road, Christ Church, BB15042, The Maybridge Group
  • Curtis, Gittens, Lecturer, curtis.gittens@cavehill.uwi.edu, (246) 417-4473, The University of the West Indies – Cave Hill Campus, Cave Hill, St. Michael, BB11000
  • De Carla, Applewhiate, General Manager, decarla.applewhiate@candruginternational.com, (246) 629-4498, Candrug International Ltd., #26 Pine Rd., St. Michael, BB11113

Community Service

  • Rotary District 7030 – Rotaract District Committee, Assistant District Rotaract Representative - Webmaster, 2018-07, 2022-06, Responsible for maintaining the current district website; inclusive of updating the website on a technical and content basis, creating and deploying websites for our two major conferences throughout the year. Additional responsibilities include: working with the public relations committee to ensure the organisation is marketed efficiently, working with all team members to provide information to the district as needed.
  • Rotaract Club of Barbados, Charter President, 2015, 2017, Responsible for identifying and recruiting young people between 18 and 30 years old, who are passionate about giving back to their community and furthering their professional development. I am also responsible for ensuring that all of the necessary items are in place for our charter and educating our members on the guiding principles and priorities of Rotary.
  • Rotaract District 7030 Committee, District Interact Liaison Officer, 2015, 2016, Responsible for highlighting the role of Interact within the Rotary family, assisting in deepening the ties between Rotaract and Interact clubs within District 7030, consisting of 14 countries and territories in the Eastern and Southern Caribbean.

Affiliations

  • Rotary

Timeline

Facilities Manager

Candrug International Ltd.
11.2020 - Current

Information Technology Manager

Candrug International Ltd.
06.2019 - Current

Programmer

Candrug International Ltd.
02.2019 - Current

Full Stack Web Developer (.Net)

LPA Corporate Solutions (Caribbean) Inc.
09.2017 - 02.2019

ICT Manager / Software Developer

Lumisol Technology Consultancy Inc.
08.2016 - 07.2017

Systems Administrator (Intern)

Ansa McAL (Barbados) Ltd.
06.2016 - 07.2016

Part-time Demonstrator (Teaching Assistant)

Department of Computer Science, Mathematics & Physics, The University of the West Indies – Cave Hill Campus
09.2013 - 05.2016

Student Assistant

Campus IT Services, The University of the West Indies – Cave Hill Campus
01.2011 - 01.2013

Diploma - Microcomputer Technology

Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic

City & Guilds Certificate - Micro Computer Technology Parts 1 & 2

Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science with Electronics (minor)

The University of The West Indies – Cave Hill Campus
Kemar Gilkes