Abdullahi Umar

Experience

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  Interglobal Nigeria Limited

  Aug 2005 - Jan 2006

  Industrial Trainee

  Assisting Engineer’s in Computer maintenance and repairsInstallation and Repair of Windows XPInstallation and Repair of Windows 2000Configuration of new computer systems both XP and 2000Assisting Help Desk on Customer Care Services Assisting Engineers on the Implementation and Deployment of Wired and Wireless Networks Project: Networking of a secondary school in Abuja

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  Evolve Revolve International Limited

  Apr 2007 - Sept 2009

  Project Development Officer

  • Structuring and providing business strategies for new business ventures• Creating, reviewing and appraising project proposals as well as producing accompanying relevant reports.• Performing analytical research work, learning and implementing new business concepts specific to emerging and developing economies (markets).• Reporting on current affairs issues relevant to the company as well as follow-up on work related to the Project Development Service.• Working as a team on various projects with colleagues or clients to provide proper tailor made solutions for both public and private sectors.g of funds for projects depending on the need of the client. Show less

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  Nottingham Business School

  Oct 2009 - Sept 2010

  MBA Student Representative

  Responsibilities;Charged with communicating students concerns to program leader.Working in par with Program Coordinator to provide best options on how to restructure the program to meet changing requirements.

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  Safety Problems Solutions

  Mar 2010 - Apr 2010

  Business Advisory Services

  Team Consultancy Project (team leader)Provided a review on current position of the organisation within the market with an insight on internal organisation operations. thereafter, provided a road-map on how to increase business-to business patronage (increasing clientele) from solely public sector patronage to both public and private sector patronage.

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  Al-Rawabi Dairy Company

  Jun 2010 - Jul 2010

  Business Advisory Services

  Team Consultancy (Team Leader)Deliverable: Development of a Regional Expansion Plan, detailing the most suitable option for entry into a target market (Qatar). Requirements involve the analysis of the current position, target market considerations and the provision of a step-by-step strategic document on the suitable entry mode that poses least risk to the organisation.

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  Superb Car Spa

  Jun 2011 - Jun 2012

  Owner

  Engagements with varying clients including advisory services and development of strategy documents; Development of Business plansImportation of Batik Materials (investment proposal)Auto Clinique Limited (business plan)HM Automobile service point (voluntary consulting)Activities include but are not limited to the following: Providing advise on organisational structure to be adopted while assisting on operational strategyAssisting in the employment of required staffOrientation of employees on vision of the organisationEmphasizing the essence of proper financial management and creation of template to store financial records.Educating manager/owner on company culture, leadership and managerial skillsApplication of tailored marketing procedures to increase clientele.; Show less

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  Strategic Operations Unit (Niger State Government)

  Aug 2011 - Apr 2015

  Team Lead / Resident Officer, Monitoring and Evaluation

  The Strategic Operations Unit is charged with but not limited to;- institutionalisation of M&E in priority projects within the State.- providing assistance in the development and design of bankable projects to enhance foreign investor participation-providing advise and reviews on strategic institutional gaps, process management requirements and policy adjustments within the State government to improve upon an investment friendly environment.- providing the Executive Governor with reviews and overviews of project status within the State; similarly, providing advise on how to improve upon overall service delivery and good governance within the state. Show less

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  Jamilaville Farms Nigeria Limited

  Jun 2015 - Aug 2016

  General Manager

  My responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:-Coordinate and manage all operations efficiently and effectively-Employee engagement and management-Improving organizational structure and corporate image-Increasing market share, and strengthening agribusiness activities of the company.-Developing a resort and fun-park aimed a providing a conducive atmosphere for corporate retreats, executive education programmes, camping, picnics, dune buggy racing, among others. Show less

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  Brains and Hammers Limited

  Aug 2016 - Oct 2017

  Business Development Manager

  -Organizational Re-engineering and Process Management-Leading Sales and Marketing teams-Managing Property Allocations-Creation of New Business Leads- Overseeing Customer Service & Call Center Operations

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  Bilaad Realty Nigeria Ltd

  Oct 2017 - Oct 2023

  Chief Business and Strategy Officer
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  One17 Capital Limited

  Sept 2023 - now

  Executive Director of Operations

  One 17 Captial Limited is a Fund/Asset Management Company with a primary objective of providing Shariah Compliant Financial Solutions based on principles of Islamic Finance. As a growing niche within Financial Services in Nigeria, we work toward deepening islamic finance solutions as an alternative to conventional banking and interest based financial services. We strongly believe that as one of the thought leaders in the space, Financial inclusion activities would be enhanced considering a portion of our population are left uncatered. I am responsible for ensuring optimal service delivery while achieving our vision and mission. Kindly join us and make the world a better place. Show less