Chimi Njipwo, MBA
About Chimi Njipwo, MBA
Chimi Njipwo, MBA, is a Regional Manager at Primerica with extensive experience in project management and human resources. He has worked in various roles, including Scrum Master and Talent Acquisition Generalist, and possesses expertise in Agile frameworks and project management tools.
Current Role at Primerica
Chimi Njipwo serves as a Regional Manager at Primerica, a position held since 2017. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he has accumulated over seven years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include overseeing regional operations and implementing strategies to enhance team performance and client engagement.
Previous Experience in Project Management
Prior to his current role, Chimi Njipwo worked at Best Buy as a Senior Scrum Master from 2019 to 2023. He also held the position of Regional Project Manager at WIS International from 2012 to 2016. His earlier experience includes a role as a Talent Acquisition-Human Resources Generalist at Retail Merchandising Services, Inc. from 2010 to 2012.
Expertise in Agile Frameworks
Chimi Njipwo possesses expertise in various Agile frameworks, including Scrum, SAFe, Kanban, and ScrumBan. He has suggested Agile best practices that drew from insights gained in collaboration with the DEVOPS team, contributing to significant cost savings for his organizations.
Educational Background
Chimi Njipwo earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resources Development from the University of Minnesota, completing his studies from 2010 to 2013. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Walden University, specializing in Business Administration and Management.
Proficiency in Project Management Tools
Chimi Njipwo is proficient in a variety of project management tools and software, including Jira, Confluence, Oracle, Mural, Azure DevOps, Office 365, Slack, SharePoint, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Miro, Trello, and HP ALM. His skills in these tools support effective project scope management, staffing requirements, and budget oversight.