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ProjectManager
Yasindu Hewapaththinige

Yasindu Hewapaththinige

Project Manager
277/4A, Jayanthi Road, Himbutana

Summary

An ambitious individual with expertise in the field of Information Technology serving as a project manager in various facets of project management. Knowledgeable in HRIS applications of both waterfall and agile methodologies, and experienced in developing processes that facilitate constant progress and team accomplishment. Dedicated to applying principles of agile management to projects and tasks. Possess an experience of over 13 years in the field with various exposures, both locally and globally especially in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda and Brunei.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certificates

Work History

Project Manager

The Capital Maharaja Organization Limited
Colombo
2020.05 - Current
  • Lead the SAP SuccessFactors project implementation across all the companies in Capital Maharaja Group across Sri Lanka.
  • Implemented SuccessFactors key modules such as EC, Time Off, PMGM, RCM, ONB.
  • Successfully lead business process mapping for various HR processes.
  • Developed and initiated projects, managed costs and monitored performance.
  • Developed project plans identifying key issues, approaches and performance metrics.
  • Managed 1 project team in Agile environment, realizing success through application of SDLC methodologies and exceptional leadership skills.
  • Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
  • Planned, designed and scheduled phases for large projects.
  • Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.

Associate Program Manager

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
Colombo
2019.02 - 2020.04
  • Participated in pilot tests and revised programs based on feedback and results.
  • Researched industry best practices in support of training development and program content.
  • Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
  • Established milestones and objectives based on input from functional areas and stakeholders.
  • Provided program management expertise in agile methods, practices and execution.

Senior Project Lead

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
Colombo
2018.04 - 2019.01

• Lead and be accountable for current HRMS product
• Developed and maintained product road-map and coordinate activities while tracking accomplishments and results
• Understood strategic objectives of clients and business users and create tactical plans to realize those objectives
• Maintained Impediment Log and do necessary corrective actions
• Engaged regularly with relevant stakeholders to review progression and completion based on defined acceptance and done criteria.
• Managed all resources dedicated to project, including relationship with internal delivery team and consultants
• Drove down goals and deliverables to each functional group and construct tracking and monitoring process to ensure each is held responsible to and delivers against common objectives, including review of resources being dedicated by each group

Project Lead

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
Colombo
2016.04 - 2018.03
  • Developed and trained junior team members by leveraging industry experience to achieve optimal project strategy.
  • Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
  • Monitored project progress, examined risks and set forth contingency plans.
  • Provided team with coaching and direction.

Associate Project Lead

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
Kenya
2013.04 - 2016.03
  • Implemented actions to mitigate risk by developing contingency and avoidance strategies.
  • Managed risk, investigated solutions and established project recovery plans.
  • Performed independent analysis and provided recommendations to overcome project obstacles.
  • Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
  • Met with manager weekly to provide detailed project report and milestone updates.

HRIS Application Consultant

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
Nairobi
2012.01 - 2013.03

▪ Managed the milestone achievement of the project life-cycle
▪ Carried out requirements gathering, scope development and specification
▪ Integrated project plan mechanisms, direct execution, drive communications, identification of risk and quality management
▪ Provided pre-sales support and conducted demonstrations and presentations on HRIS for newly identified customers
▪ Conducted troubleshooting at the client environment
▪ Tested the finalized product before delivery
▪ Provided online and offline application support

Implementation Engineer

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
Colombo
2010.01 - 2011.12

▪ Documented client requirements and identified resource skills to evaluate client requirements
▪ Developed the solution specifications based on the client requirements
▪ Managed communications and delivered constant project status to provide transparency
▪ Warranted application quality and user-friendliness through broad testing to deliver client requirements
▪ Provided HRIS training and prepared reading materials and user guides
▪ Provided technical support throughout the implementation cycle

Education

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

Asia E University
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2014.05 - 2015.04

Diploma - Information Technology

Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
Colombo, Sri Lanka
2007.01 - 2009.12

Skills

    Project planning and development

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Certification

Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®)

Timeline

Project Manager

The Capital Maharaja Organization Limited
2020.05 - Current

Certified Scrum Product Owner® (CSPO®)

2020-01

Certified ScrumMaster® (CSM®)

2019-11

Associate Program Manager

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
2019.02 - 2020.04

Senior Project Lead

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
2018.04 - 2019.01

Project Lead

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
2016.04 - 2018.03

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

Asia E University
2014.05 - 2015.04

Associate Project Lead

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
2013.04 - 2016.03

HRIS Application Consultant

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
2012.01 - 2013.03

Implementation Engineer

hSenid Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
2010.01 - 2011.12

Diploma - Information Technology

Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology
2007.01 - 2009.12
Yasindu HewapaththinigeProject Manager