Ifeoluwa Abdul
Project Manager
Ikeja,Lagos
Summary
To build and consolidate skills and experiences relevant for a future in consulting and management within a dynamic and multicultural environment with interests in Africa and emerging markets.
Overview
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Language
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Certifications
6
6
years of post-secondary education
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Delegation of German Industry and Commerce (AHK Nigeria)
Victoria Island, Lagos state
09.2018 - 12.2020
- Organized conferences and trade fairs.
- Managed several local and international projects with teams from partnering conglomerates.
- Provided and updated overview of trade fairs and conferences on different sectors in Nigeria and Germany.
- Prepared and carried out trade delegations to Germany with Nigerian participants and to Nigeria with German participants.
- Conducted target market analysis.
- Managed Communications and PR for events and online presence.
- Organized seminar and webinar series that cut across various sectors in Nigeria and Germany.
- Translated documents from English to German and vice versa.
- Conducted extensive research on the renewable energy market situation in Nigeria.
- Prepared proposals and bid for projects in the energy and environment space.
- Responsible for event management and coordination.
- Developed event feedback and surveys.
- Developed market entry strategies for growing institutions.
- Monitored every project life cycle and ensured proper delivery.
- Managed business relations between stakeholders and investors.
- Organized B2B meetings to promote business collaboration between German and Nigerian firms.
- Liaised with clients for effective project implementation.
- Developed and initiated projects, including managing costs, schedule and performance.
- Developed implementation methodologies to rein in project costs while meeting key milestones.
- Updated operational methods, oversaw accounting procedures, tracked information and compiled data to improve efficiency.
- Eliminated discrepancies by reviewing performance, status and safety adherence.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
- Modified and directed project plans to meet organizational needs.
- Increased savings by initiating and fostering relationships with vendors to communicate on problem-areas and work closely to resolve.
- Reduced expenditures by effectively negotiating vendor and service contracts to drive savings.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
- Identified, reviewed and applied policies and procedures by exercising informed judgment to achieve optimal performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives by setting realistic timelines and checkpoints.
- Developed executive presentations and reports to facilitate project evaluation and process improvement.
German Language Instructor
National Youth Service Corps
Benin, Edo state
06.2017 - 07.2018
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Lectured in both English and German languages
Events Manager
1st Multimedia Photography and Events
Abule-Egba, Lagos state
08.2010 - 01.2015
- Organized and managed concerts, regular photoshoots and events coverage.
- Expanded customer base and ensuring a strong presence.
- Managed administrative tasks.
- Managed Communications and PR for events and online presence.
- Brainstorming and implementing event plans and concepts.
- Liaising and negotiating with vendors.
- Managed branding and communication.
- Developed event feedback and surveys.
- Hired and cross-trained staff members for various event-specific functions and assessed employees' understanding of associated processes and procedures.
- Selected and ordered refreshments, decor and event materials.
- Worked closely with couples to meet wedding goals, maintain deadlines and resolve complaints or service issues.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, including contract signing, fee collection, event booking and event promotions.
- Liaised with marketing and PR colleagues to promote special events in social calendars.
- Solicited feedback from clients to assess event success and uncover opportunities for improvement.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations, including communications, vendor coordination, schedule creation, budget administration and rehearsal and day of event coordination.
- Interviewed clients to understand event scopes of work, establish budgets and determine timelines for venue selection, guest list finalization, and rehearsal, ceremonies, and receptions.
- Promoted adherence to client-event requirements through effective delegation, prioritizing and management of all entire production lifecycle, from concept to execution.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation and proposal development for various events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - German
Obafemi Awolowo University
Osun State, Nigeria 09.2010 - 08.2015
Zertifikat Deutsch B1 - German Language And Literature
Goethe Institute
Obalende/CMS, Lagos, Nigeria 08.2011 - 08.2012
Skills
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Accomplishments
- Enabling Solar PV in Nigeria: https://nigeria.ahk.de/en/events/event-details/enabling-solar-pv-in-nigeria-2018 2018.
- Renewable Energy Financing: https://nigeria.ahk.de/en/events/event-details/renewable-energy-financing 2018.
- Dialogue on Waste Management: https://nigeria.ahk.de/en/events/event-details/dialogue-on-waste-management-in-nigeria 2018Trade fair and Conference.
- Insight Nigeria Series - Water Management and Increasing Access to Sustainable Water: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TF4eZbRGOc8 2020.
- Day 3 WACEE-Nigerian Energy Support Programme – Fostering investments in Nigeria’s RE & EE Sector: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFcI2TgtXA8 2020.
- Virtual Energy Conference: https://nigeria.ahk.de/en/events/event-details/virtual-energy-conference-2020 2020.
- German Energy Conference: https://nigeria.ahk.de/en/events/event-details/german-energy-conference-2019-1 2019.
Certification
Foundations of Project Management Google / Coursera Online Course
Timeline
Project Manager
Delegation of German Industry and Commerce (AHK Nigeria)
09.2018 - 12.2020
German Language Instructor
National Youth Service Corps
06.2017 - 07.2018
Zertifikat Deutsch B1 - German Language And Literature
Goethe Institute
08.2011 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - German
Obafemi Awolowo University
09.2010 - 08.2015
Events Manager
1st Multimedia Photography and Events
08.2010 - 01.2015
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