Elizabeth W. Muriu
About Elizabeth W. Muriu
Elizabeth W. Muriu is a Cost Control Engineer currently working at Northvolt in Sweden. She has extensive experience in finance, project management, and business development across various industries, including aerospace.
Current Role at Northvolt
Elizabeth W. Muriu currently serves as a Cost Control Engineer at Northvolt, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for managing cost control processes and ensuring financial efficiency within the organization. Her work is conducted on-site in Skellefteå, Västerbotten, Sweden.
Previous Experience in Finance and Project Management
From 2008 to 2019, Elizabeth worked at the International Institute for Legislative Affairs in Nairobi, Kenya, where she held the position of Finance and Project Manager. During her tenure, she led strategic financial management functions, including budgeting and mobilizing financial resources. She reported to the board and external partners on the progress of implemented projects.
Education and Qualifications
Elizabeth holds a Master of Science (MSc) in International Business from Luleå University of Technology, which she completed from 2019 to 2021. She also earned a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation from Pinnacle Business School between 2010 and 2015. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Kenya Methodist University from 2007 to 2009, and a Diploma in Business Management from the Kenya Institute of Management in 2006.
Experience in Business Development
Elizabeth has held various business development roles, including positions at Flexbridge and Arctic Space from 2020 to 2021. In these roles, she focused on executing marketing activities for intelligent control systems and optimizing business processes. She also worked as a Business Consultant at LTU Business for two months in 2021, further expanding her expertise in the field.
Technical Expertise and Skills
Elizabeth possesses expertise in automating systems and optimizing processes to enhance work quality and productivity. She has proven abilities in cultivating relationships with clients, stakeholders, and executives, showcasing her skills as an effective negotiator and communicator. Her recent roles have also provided her with valuable experience in the aerospace industry.