Experience

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  Nadabo energy nigeria limited

  Feb 2007 - Aug 2008

  Document controller

  ◻ Spearheaded a 5 man global project team for the execution of the engineering, procurement, construction, and supply of generators to Total Nigeria.◻ Developed a log/tracking template for procurement proposals which facilitated a better tracking system for the organization.◻ Maintained and developed an effective Document Management System (DMS) used in responding to technical queries and change orders from offshore companies which were implemented as the company’s best practice.◻ Managed the engineering drawings according to specifications and created proposal templates for tenders and Requests for Quotations (RFQs).◻ Provided weekly progress updates and accounted for escalating issues directly to the senior project manager for timely resolution.◻ Liaised with sub-contractors and document controllers in London and Finland for the timely resolution of issues related to project implementation.◻ Managed the collation and dissemination of information to all stakeholders in a routine and ad-hoc manner. Show less

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  Helios towers

  Aug 2008 - Aug 2009

  Project officer

  ◻ Collaborated and worked with the project team and departmental heads in executing multiple projects running simultaneously for the Telecom operators.◻ Updated the company’s portfolio of over 600 sites used for marketing to prospective clients.◻ Prioritized and managed projects simultaneously and followed through on issues in a timely manner.◻ Carried out a detailed evaluation and monitoring of routine projects for the Vice President of Sales and Marketing.◻ Drafted formal requests and notifications to clients, managed the line manager’s calendar, planned daily itinerary and set up project meetings. Show less

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  Ic media limited

  Jun 2010 - Nov 2010

  Project manager intern

  ◻ Organized a workshop for the product exhibition segment of the project that was attended by senior management, 80% of targeted potential customers, and representatives of Robert Gordon University.◻ Collaborated with a team of project managers and IT specialists to deliver a project on creating marketing strategies for taking new software internationally.◻ Developed the project schedule and plan for the project and also updated project plan documents such as the risk plan, benefits realization plan, and issues log.◻ Developed change control management processes that were used in addressing change requests, seeking approvals, and maintaining and circulating project updates which ensured that members of the management team were well informed and issues that could hinder or mar the project were addressed promptly.◻ Coordinated the research and development of marketing strategies for the product and actively participated in the overall project management and control.◻ Developed a post-project marketing implementation that earned all members of the project team offers of employment within the organization. Show less

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  Cihpng

  Feb 2012 - Nov 2017

  As a Senior Project Associate, I managed and coordinated vital PEPFAR-funded programs with its partners (CDC, WHO), ensuring program implementation was carried out in line with laid down guidelines and in compliance with Global Process System (GPS) and donor requirements.◻ I successfully coordinated and provided technical guidance on implementing various program activities for achieving CIHP objectives and ensuring that all activities align with Nigeria’s and international guidelines.◻ Coordinated a team that successfully Won two US Federal grant awards (100 million and 4 million Dollars) to implement PEPFAR-funded projects in Nigeria.◻ Technical Officer of a project team who successfully coordinated the pilot and implementation of Phase 1-Y’ello Doctor Mobile Medical Intervention Scheme (YDMMIS). Instrumental to managing project officers in six States in coordinating outreaches reaching thousands of beneficiaries at the Local Government Level for the Y’ello Doctor Mobile Medical Intervention Scheme(YDMMIS). Show less ◻ Managed the technical operations of a project team that successfully coordinated the implementation of Phase 1 – Yello Doctor Mobile Medical Intervention Scheme (YDMMIS) an MTN Foundation-funded project aimed at providing free medical interventions at designated communities in Abia, Delta, Ogun, Taraba, Niger and Katsina States.◻ Collated monthly, quarterly and annual progress reports for PEPFAR funded projects.◻ Monitored project activities at the state level and ensured they are in line with overall objectives and funding.◻ Assisted in the development of capacity-building materials and also facilitated the training for various projects.◻ Provided support for weekly technical meetings to discuss critical project issues and reviewed strategies with the project team to resolve the issues. Show less My key responsibilities were divided into two major groups: programmatic and administrativeProgrammatic role◻ Collated periodic weekly, monthly and quarterly program reports and forward them to Deputy Director, Clinical Services for review and collated periodic reports from different thematic areas in the clinical team and send reminders to team members as required to meet report deadlines.◻ Coordinated logistics and other support services required for technical program meetings to be held in the office or as may be required from time to time; arranged drivers for meetings, confirmed appointments, etc.◻ Developed an electronic system for managing schedules of program staff including travel dates, meeting dates, and related travel logistics, and flag conflicting dates on schedules for the concerned staff's attention. Show less

  • Senior Program Associate

    Jan 2015 - Nov 2017

  • Program Associate

    May 2012 - Jan 2015

  • Program Consultant

    Feb 2012 - May 2012
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  T&t interiors

  Dec 2017 - Dec 2018

  Project manager

  Reported directly to the CEO, led projects and client relations, teams. Liaised with over 50 suppliers (local and international) to get custom solutions and best offers for key stakeholders and clients. ◻ Supervised construction teams, ensuring that approved designs submitted to clients are broken down into components and appropriately implemented to deliver services as agreed. ◻ Worked directly with the CEO and provided expert guidance which helped to develop a project roadmap and master plan to support the realization of overall strategic business objectives. Show less

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  National social investment office nsio (office of the vice president)

  Jan 2019 - Jan 2022

  Project manager/partnership coordinator

  This role involved providing strategic solutions in different programs of the NSIO, driving growth & sustainability through project implementation, and facilitating the development of strong operational excellence by leveraging collaboration with key stakeholders/donors (internally and externally).◻ Developed and managed innovative structures to support social-led development and social access programs for developing communities nationwide (such as the grievance Redress Mechanism tools for beneficiaries of social investment programs). Structures included developing processes and reporting frameworks, funding priorities, and program evaluation processes.◻ Created and facilitated program strategies that leveraged organizational partnerships and public-facing communications, which drove the reduction of the number of out-of-school youths and facilitated employment opportunities for the youth all over Nigeria. ◻ Worked collaboratively with key stakeholders to identify opportunities and implementation strategies that align with NSIO’s goal while fully charged with mapping and tracking donor-funded projects up to the point of delivery.◻ Collaborated with key partners to ensure successful programs that lead to equitable and sustainable long-term community-wide impact in Nigeria. Show less

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  Pebec-ebes, the presidential enabling business environment council, nigeria.

  Feb 2022 - now

  Operations lead (projects)

  Work with a team charged with the responsibility of executing the mandate of the PEBEC which is to remove the bureaucratic constraints to doing business in Nigeria. My role involves coordination of program/business reform initiatives, consolidating data, preparing progress reports/updates in a timely manner, and highlighting challenges for necessary intervention. • Undertake research, identify and analyze the constraints to ease of doing business in Nigeria by investors and business owners alike, review findings with the leadership of the PEBEC Secretariat, the affected MDAs and other concerned stakeholders, highlight areas for improvement, and propose solutions for implementation towards improving Nigeria’s business climate. • Monitor and track implementation of the reforms by the affected MDAs and review their performance based on agreed Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). • Responsible for the coordination of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Governance Laboratory (MIT GOV/LAB) Design Challenge project.• Responsible for setting up project meetings/working sessions with the MIT GOV/LAB research designer in a bid to develop innovative solutions to challenges in public service delivery. • Undertake special projects on reforms or initiatives that either cut across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) or are initiated by the PEBEC Secretariat.• Coordinate planning of monthly PEBEC meetings with key stakeholders such as the Vice-President of Nigeria who is the chair, Ministers, Private Sector and other members of the Council. • Manage key stakeholders, conduct problem-solving sessions on issues arising from the project activities, monitor implementation progress, report problems and challenges, and ensure transparency and accountability regarding progress, both on the KPIs and on day to day performance of agreed activities. Show less