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Russel Nawinna

Summary

Eager to leverage my diverse expertise in Technology Strategy and Transformations, gained through impactful roles at Deloitte, I am actively pursuing a position in a cross functional highly collaborative product development team. With a proven track record in supporting organisational redesigns and driving transformative initiatives, I am poised to contribute innovative solutions in a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Test Analyst

Cynosure
01.2024 - Current
  • Increased overall test coverage, prioritizing high-risk functionalities for thorough examination.
  • System testing: Utilisation of API’s to test user functionality on the SAP GUI in developer environments.
  • System integration testing: Utilisation of API’s to test user functionality on the SAP GUI in testing environments.
  • Test scripting: Creating user case scenarios to test the core functionality based on business requirements

Consultant (Tech Strategy and Transformations)

Deloitte
07.2023 - 12.2023

Chemist Warehouse – ITOM future design

  • Conducted a thorough current state review of IT capabilities at Chemist Warehouse (CW), identifying key strengths and areas for improvement.
  • Spearheaded the redesign of the CW IT organisational structure, with a specific focus on CIO-1 and CIO-2 roles.
  • Defined leader and team accountabilities for the future CW IT function, emphasising collaborative interactions with cross-functional teams.
  • Developed key roles and skills requirements for the future CW IT function.
  • Established an IT competency framework tailored to the unique needs of CW IT.
  • Formulated a pragmatic roadmap and implementation plan to facilitate the transition to the new target state structure, aligning with organisational goals.
  • Applied creative problem-solving skills in addressing challenges during the ITOM future design.


Tabcorp and TLC demerger – ITOM separation

  • Defined the transition of Level 1 and Level 2/3 support responsibilities and existing teams during the Tabcorp and TLC demerger.
  • Developed ways of working frameworks, including onboarding and training approaches.
  • Created an implementation roadmap prioritising capabilities against design criteria.
  • Applied Agile frameworks and Sprint Planning to ensure efficient project management.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders in client engagement, aligning the demerger process with business requirements.


ESTA – Business Case Overview

  • Addressed high-impact capacity and functionality issues with ESTA's current CAD system.
  • Ensured the timely implementation of a next-generation CAD system before the current system became unsupported by the vendor.
  • Utilised strong business analysis skills to articulate and document functional requirements.


Transgrid – Reset Review

  • Provided Transgrid with an independent view on key program assessment dimensions during the Reset Review.
  • Conducted program reviews, offering observations with supporting recommendations for enhanced readiness and risk mitigation.
  • Program reviews contain observations with supporting recommendations.

Graduate Consultant

Deloitte
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Actively participated in client meetings, ensuring open communication and a clear understanding of client needs.
  • Maintained detailed minutes to capture key discussions, fostering a collaborative and transparent client engagement.
  • Developed and delivered engaging PowerPoint presentations during meetings, simplifying complex ideas for better comprehension.
  • Demonstrated a sense of responsibility by overseeing specific deliverables within projects, ensuring a commitment to quality and project timelines.
  • Contributed to the business through engagement in business development practices such as: Enterprise Architecture Community of Practice, multiple proposals, Operational Technology and the Learning and Development space.

Summer Intern

Deloitte
11.2020 - 12.2020
  • Actively attend client meetings, capturing insights for post-review analysis.
  • Convert presentations into statements of work.
  • Convert presentations into precise Statements of Work, aligning with client objectives.
  • Distill key project components efficiently.
  • Understand how agile frameworks apply to client projects.
  • Engage in daily scrums, contribute to sprint planning, and participate in sprint reviews and retrospectives.

Intern Engineering Analyst

National Australia Bank (NAB)
02.2020 - 08.2020
  • Managed project management software, specifically JIRA, to streamline workflows and enhance collaboration among multiple teams within the business space.
  • Utilised JIRA to facilitate effective communication and project tracking, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timelines.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure agendas reflected current project priorities and addressed key business challenges.

Consumer Banking

National Australia Bank (NAB)
11.2017 - 08.2020
  • Mortgage Servicer
  • Serviced various financial products, addressing inquiries about Mortgages, Credit Cards, and Internet banking.
  • Analysed and resolved customer queries related to home loans, interest rates, and different mortgage types.
  • Credit Card Servicer
  • Managed complex credit card inquiries and handled lost/stolen credit/debit card cases.
  • Utilised b2k software to streamline credit card servicing processes.
  • Internet Banking Servicer
  • Provided phone support for Internet banking queries.
  • Managed statement generation and distribution using Siebel software.
  • Applied business analysis for process improvement in Internet banking services.

Education

Bachelor of Information Technology -

RMIT University

Skills

  • Technology Strategy
  • Current State Review/ Target State Design
  • IT Operating Models
  • Functional requirements
  • Review SOW's
  • Business Requirements
  • Business Process
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Client Engagement
  • Agile Frameworks
  • Spring Planning
  • Project Management
  • Customer Service
  • PowerPoint
  • JIRA
  • System Testing
  • System Integration Testing
  • Test Scripting

References

  • Samantha Loughens, Deloitte – Tech. Strategy & Transformations, Partner, 0400 886 476, sloughens@deloitte.com.au
  • Paul Sweeney, Deloitte – Tech. Strategy & Transformations, Director, 0421 619 813, pausweeney@deloitte.com.au
  • Abay Jegatheeswaran, Deloitte – Tech. Strategy & Transformations, Consultant, 0432 032 247, ajegatheeswaran@deloitte.com.au
  • James Balsille, Deloitte – Tech. Strategy & Transformations, Senior Manager, 0419 612 569, jbalsille@deloitte.com.au
  • Benjamin Lee, Deloitte – Tech. Strategy & Transformations, Specialist Director, 0468 395 288, benjamlee@deloitte.com.au

Languages

Sinhala
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Test Analyst

Cynosure
01.2024 - Current

Consultant (Tech Strategy and Transformations)

Deloitte
07.2023 - 12.2023

Graduate Consultant

Deloitte
07.2022 - 07.2023

Summer Intern

Deloitte
11.2020 - 12.2020

Intern Engineering Analyst

National Australia Bank (NAB)
02.2020 - 08.2020

Consumer Banking

National Australia Bank (NAB)
11.2017 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Information Technology -

RMIT University
Russel Nawinna