Mylana supported Jump Energy’s expansion in Kenya by combining grant management, business development, and operational coordination.

RESPONSIBILITIES Mylana’s key objective was to strengthen ongoing projects, explore new customer segments, and build a foundation for future growth in a fast-evolving market. She managed several grant-funded projects, ensuring initiatives moved from concept to execution while remaining compliant with donor expectations. She also contributed to business development by identifying and engaging new clients and partners. In parallel, she conducted market research on microfinance institutions (MFIs), helping assess their needs and evaluate the potential for a pilot project

Moving from a legal background into a business and operational role pushed Mylana far outside her comfort zone. Working independently in Kenya strengthened her resilience, adaptability, and willingness to take risks, particularly while navigating business development without an existing local network. The experience also gave her the confidence to pursue a long-considered career shift beyond law. This also extended into her personal life, leading her to launch a small food business in Kenya and reinforcing her ability to build something from scratch in a completely new environment.