Chinelo Okafor

Chinelo okafor

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  • Timeline

    May 2011 - Jan 2012

    Customer service

    Zenith Bank Plc
    Jan 2012 - Oct 2013

    Performance Engineer

    Globacom
    Jul 2016 - Mar 2018

    Solar Energy Analyst

    MPINFRASTRUCTURE
    Apr 2018 - Feb 2020

    Pre-Sales Engineer

    Caspian Services Ltd
    Current Company
    Jul 2020 - now

    Founder/Digital Transformation Consultant

    Daisy Tech Limited
    Aug 2020 - now

    Social Media Marketing Manager

    IsmailandPartners
    Apr 2024 - May 2024

    Extern Remote Extern

    Extern
  • About me

    Founder at Play n Learn Tech | EdTech Startup - Transforming Digital Skills Education for Secondary Schoolers | African Prize for Engineering Innovation Shortlist | Sponsor, Partner & Impact Investor

  • Education

    • Lagos business school, pan-atlantic university

      2022 - 2023
      Mini-mba business administration, management and operations

      Activities and Societies: Pitching & Investor Readiness Training Demo Day Industry Visitations Key Learnings:Business Model Refinement: Learn to evaluate and redesign your business model for scalability and long-term sustainability.Financial Management: Gain practical knowledge on budgeting, cash flow management, investment readiness, and accessing finance.Marketing & Sales Strategy: Develop data-driven marketing plans, customer segmentation strategies, and high-impact sales approaches.Operations & Efficiency: Improve internal processes, team structure… Show more Key Learnings:Business Model Refinement: Learn to evaluate and redesign your business model for scalability and long-term sustainability.Financial Management: Gain practical knowledge on budgeting, cash flow management, investment readiness, and accessing finance.Marketing & Sales Strategy: Develop data-driven marketing plans, customer segmentation strategies, and high-impact sales approaches.Operations & Efficiency: Improve internal processes, team structure, and technology use for better service delivery and productivity.Leadership & Governance: Strengthen leadership skills, corporate governance practices, and decision-making frameworks.Investor Readiness & Pitching: Learn how to craft compelling investor pitches, develop funding strategies, and attract the right partners.Networking & Mentorship: Engage with a network of experienced faculty, mentors, and fellow entrepreneurs for support and collaborati Show less

    • Nnamdi azikiwe university

      2004 - 2009
      Bachelor of engineering (beng) telecommunications engineering second class upper
    • University of lagos

      2016 - 2018
      Master's degree electrical engineering

      Activities and Societies: Reading and Research Project: Worked on Low cost Solar Radiation Meter. This tool is used to determine the solar intensity in an area.

  • Experience

    • Zenith bank plc

      May 2011 - Jan 2012
      Customer service

      • Opened new accounts and managed existing accounts• Attended to Inquiries for loans and promoted the Bank's other products and services• Opened an average of 20 accounts weekly, within 6 months on the Job• Strived to meet and surpass customer service expectations the Bank's way

    • Globacom

      Jan 2012 - Oct 2013
      Performance engineer

      • Designed and developed automated analysis tools using Excel Macros to streamline the analysis of Mobile Switching Centers (MSCs), Home Location Registers (HLRs), and other Network Switching Subsystem (NSS) components, increasing efficiency and reducing manual errors.• Supervised network monitoring, incident response, and problem reporting, ensuring prompt identification and resolution of network issues.• Conducted network restoration exercises and network traffic restoration activities, minimizing downtime and ensuring seamless network connectivity.• Analysed call flows to identify optimization opportunities.• Configured network elements to ensure optimal call setup and routing.• Troubleshot call setup issues using various tools and techniques.• Implemented performance enhancements to improve call setup success rates and reduce latency. Show less

    • Mpinfrastructure

      Jul 2016 - Mar 2018
      Solar energy analyst

      • Performed predictive Analytics on highest month with better solar performance.• Analyzed solar, batteries, generator run hours and other Power data.• My solar analysis report used by field Engineers optimized solar performance by 20%.• Interpreted data, analyzed results using statistical techniques and provide ongoing reports• The Job exposed me to Data mining and Predictive Analytics using Excel.

    • Caspian services ltd

      Apr 2018 - Feb 2020
      Pre-sales engineer

      1. Provide Presales Support: Collaborate with the sales team and clients to understand their technical requirements and provide expert guidance and support throughout the presales process, including solution design, product demonstrations, and technical consultations.2. Project Management: Manage the execution of projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to project requirements, and customer satisfaction. Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive project success and achieve business objectives.3. Training Coordination: Identify, organize, and deliver important training sessions for the technical team to enhance their skills, knowledge, and proficiency in relevant technologies and solutions. 4. Solution Design and Validation: Design, validate, and present comprehensive Caspian Services solutions to clients, addressing their needs, challenges, and objectives. Show less

    • Daisy tech limited

      Jul 2020 - now
      Founder/digital transformation consultant

      Program Development: Collaborate with our team of subject matter experts to design and develop cutting-edge Data Science training programs that cater to the needs of our target audience, including undergraduates, fresh graduates and professionals with no coding background.Curriculum Design: Oversee the creation of engaging and comprehensive training curricula that cover key concepts, tools, and techniques in Data Science, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices.Training Delivery: Coordinate and facilitate training sessions, workshops, and seminars, leveraging your expertise to provide guidance, support, and mentorship to participants throughout their learning journey.Quality Assurance: Implement robust quality assurance measures to monitor the effectiveness of training programs, gather feedback from participants, and continuously improve the delivery and content of our offerings.Strategic Partnerships: Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with educational institutions, industry associations, and corporate clients to expand our reach and enhance the impact of our training programs.Team Leadership: Lead and motivate a team of trainers, instructors, and support staff, fostering a collaborative and results-driven work environment focused on achieving organizational goals and objectives.Client Engagement: Work closely with clients to understand their training needs, develop customised solutions, and ensure the successful delivery of training programs that meet their expectations and requirements. Show less

    • Ismailandpartners

      Aug 2020 - now
      Social media marketing manager

      1. Social Media Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive social media strategy to increase brand awareness, drive engagement, and generate leads for our real estate listings and services across various platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, and more.2. Content Creation: Create compelling and visually appealing content for social media posts, including graphics, videos, and written captions, that effectively showcase our properties, highlight our expertise, and engage our audience.3. Community Management: Monitor and respond to comments, messages, and inquiries on social media channels in a timely and professional manner, fostering positive interactions and building relationships with our online community.4. Blog Management: Plan, research, and write engaging and informative blog articles on topics relevant to our target audience.5. Campaign Management: Plan and execute social media advertising campaigns, promotions, and contests to increase reach, engagement, and conversions, leveraging targeting options and analytics to optimize performance.6. Analytics & Reporting: Monitor and analyze social media and blog performance metrics, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and prepare regular reports to evaluate the effectiveness of our social media and content marketing efforts. Show less

    • Extern

      Apr 2024 - May 2024
      Extern remote extern

      Utilize SEO tools to identify keywords relevant to the company and the industry it functions in.Analyze keyword metrics to categorize keywords based on search intent strategically.Craft three SEO keyword-optimized blog posts leveraging AI content creation tools, to enhance the company's website search engine visibility.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Project management: the basics for success.

      University of california, irvine on coursera
      Nov 2017
      View certificate certificate
    • Meter installation

      National power training institute of nigeria (naptin)
      Feb 2015
    • Intro to python for data science course

      Datacamp
      View certificate certificate
    • Data visualization with advanced excel

      Coursera
      Nov 2017
      View certificate certificate
    • Coursera mentor community and training course

      Coursera
      Aug 2017
      View certificate certificate
    • Data-driven decision making

      Coursera
      Feb 2017
      View certificate certificate
    • Cisco certified network proffessional

      Cisco
      Oct 2013
    • Problem solving with excel

      Coursera
      Oct 2017
      View certificate certificate
    • Cisco certified network associate

      Cisco
      Mar 2007
    • Bertelsmann data science challenge scholarship

      Udacity
      May 2018
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Media and Publicity

      Issued by Innovation Commitee, Nigeria Society of Engineers (NSE), Victoria Island Branch on Jan 2020
      Innovation Commitee, Nigeria Society of Engineers (NSE), Victoria Island BranchAssociated with Chinelo Okafor
    • Mentor

      Issued by Coursera on Sept 2017
      CourseraAssociated with Chinelo Okafor
    • Nigerian Representative

      Issued by IEEE PES Women in Power on Aug 2021
      IEEE PES Women in PowerAssociated with Chinelo Okafor
    • Volunteer

      Issued by MDG NYSC Member on Mar 2010
      MDG NYSC MemberAssociated with Chinelo Okafor
    • Ambassador

      Issued by IEEE Power & Energy Society on Mar 2020
      IEEE Power & Energy SocietyAssociated with Chinelo Okafor
    • Media Assistant

      Issued by Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), Lagos Chapter on Nov 2019
      Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), Lagos ChapterAssociated with Chinelo Okafor
    • Assistant Technical Secretary

      Issued by The Nigerian Society of Engineers Victoria Island Branch on Sept 2020
      The Nigerian Society of Engineers Victoria Island BranchAssociated with Chinelo Okafor