KARIBI ALLISON
Ejigbo,Nigeria
Summary
Independent Consultant with a proven ability to convert complex challenges into effective strategies. Achieved significant business improvements that enhanced client satisfaction and operational efficiency. Recognized for cultivating robust client relationships and delivering innovative solutions aligned with organizational objectives.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certification
Work history
Consultant
UPTNZS 2529
Lagos
03.2013 - 12.2025
- Facilitated training sessions for administration, facility management, and business operations.
- Devised detailed project plans with clear milestones, encouraging team focus and direction.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through effective communication and engagement methods.
- Conducted analysis of operational challenges, presenting actionable solutions.
- Streamlined performance management and hiring processes to enhance organisational effectiveness.
- Worked with teams to create and execute B2B marketing strategies.
- Managed process re-engineering workshops that support organisational goals.
- Led strategy sessions aimed at fostering growth and enhancing service delivery.
- Recommended improvements on business processes for optimised performance and profitability.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously whilst ensuring timely completion and quality control.
- Delivered customised training programmes to improve workforce skills and knowledge.
- Drafted procedure manuals, work definitions and standard operating procedures by job title or work area.
- Guided clients toward improved organisational structures and better solutions for identified problems.
General Manager
VGC Maintenance and Management Company
Lagos
03.2012 - 03.2013
- Achieved 55% revenue growth by launching new service income streams.
- Realised 18% reduction in OPEX through comprehensive restructuring of business processes.
- Established strong rapport with stakeholders, enhancing business credibility.
- Spearheaded strategic planning processes aligned with mission and stakeholder interests.
- Enhanced risk assessment monitoring to ensure compliance with building regulations.
- Deployed WBS system to improve service delivery and reporting efficiency.
- Defined clear project scope while applying best practices in facility management.
- Coordinated security efforts with Nigerian Police, Navy, and private entities to enhance estate safety.
ERP Consultant-Project Manager
C2G Consulting
Lagos
05.2011 - 10.2011
- Led deployment of four SAP ERP modules, supervising 8 consultants in execution.
- Achieved adherence to project timelines and budget constraints through proactive management.
- Conducted training for over 30 employees, addressing critical skill deficiencies.
- Enhanced efficiency by pinpointing workflow bottlenecks and executing targeted solutions.
- Evaluated business processes for avenues of ERP system advancement.
- Partnered with stakeholders to determine requirements and develop tailored ERP solutions.
- Established robust reporting framework to optimise change control processes.
- Set clear performance objectives while guiding establishment of project aims.
Head-General Services
AFRINVEST
Lagos
09.2008 - 02.2011
- Facilitated smooth flow of information within company to expedite business operations.
- Established procurement policy manual, optimising purchasing practices and cost efficiency.
- Managed and resolved employee queries and concerns to promote positive workplace culture.
- Investigated operational issues, prepared reports, and implemented corrective actions.
- Drafted procedural statements and guidelines for company-wide use to standardise practices.
- Achieved on-time completion of head office construction through effective oversight.
- Trained over 50 employees on compliance standards, enhancing overall awareness.
HR Executive
AFRINVEST
Lagos
06.2007 - 08.2008
- Established service level agreements to enhance vendor management across organisation.
- Implemented HR policy manual and staff handbook through collaborative efforts.
- Managed vendor transactions with emphasis on contract negotiations and reconciliations.
- Secured office space while directing renovation projects for two Lagos offices.
- Created fleet management protocols covering repairs and logistics.
- Developed comprehensive HR policies to improve recruitment and workforce culture.
- Supervised three administrative offices located in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt.
- Oversaw support staff strength of 50 plus employees within budget constraints.
HR/Admin Executive
IBFCAgusto TRAINING LIMITED
Lagos
09.2006 - 06.2007
- Enhanced inter-departmental communication through new policy framework, improving workflow dynamics and operational downtime by 10%.
- Established staff policy manual in partnership with Head of HR for seamless implementation.
- Introduced inventory management templates to reduce theft, replacement costs and boost operational efficiency.
- Developed company fleet management policy that was approved by board and implemented
- Supervised fleet operations, focusing on optimal repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Facilitated resolution of facility issues, building maintenance, government tax, levies, insurance etc
- Managing bill payments, ensuring proper scheduling , timely payments, bill negotiations where necessary.
- Organised logistics for training sessions, accommodating local and international staff needs effectively.
- Resolved hardware concerns promptly while ensuring server stability through IT support management.
- Maximised profit margins via strategic contract negotiations aligned with regulations.
HR/Admin Officer
EMPERION WEST AFRICA
Lagos
08.2004 - 09.2006
- Responsible for scheduling staff salary payments, slip disbursement, staff compensation.
- Coordinated salary review process, benchmarking with industry standard rates.
- Managed vendor relationships through effective contract negotiations, invoice payment reconciliations. Improving vendor payments, all operations timelines by 10-15%
- Responsible for all company maintenance, financial oversight, for all company properties leased, owned, sublet, including company vehicles.
- Maintained security protocols within office premises, managing private security personnel, payments, scheduling, compliance.
- Provided excellent customer service for improved client satisfaction.
- Assisted in arranging meetings for smoother communication channels.
- Prioritised tasks for timely completion of projects.
- Ensured prompt resolution of employee issues with keen attention to detail and empathetic listening skills; fostered positive working environment.
- Coordinated with departments to develop business monthly reports.
- Used Microsoft Office Suite proficiently for smooth workflow management and document creation.
- Made travel arrangements for executives and managers and documented travel details in memos for prompt distribution.
- Filed physical and digital documents, prioritising accessibility and data accuracy.
HR/ Quality Control Manager
METROWHEELS NIG LTD
Lagos
04.2002 - 01.2004
- Implemented recruitment and training programmes to enhance staff competencies.
- Reviewed, formulated, designed product pricing strategies in line with business strategy objectives.
- Managed vendor relations, reviewed procurement costs, leveraging on statistics using Peachtree accounting software.
- Developed staff operational process templates to guide/ aid compliance with business policies.
- Reviewed product quality for all produce and final products batch before serving to customers.
- Coordinated promotional events, weddings, fashion shows, music videos etc. Increasing revenue by 20%.
- Evaluated quality control processes, ensuring standards are upheld, corrective actions suggested where necessary.
- Developed robust quality control procedures to ensure production efficiency.
- Handled and oversaw logistics for visits by external review bodies.
- Implemented and maintained complaints and compliance action tracker to improve production standards.
- Contributed to development of guidelines, processes and documentation to meet required business standards.
- Established plans governing production policies, daily operations and long-term planning.
Assistant Lecturer
ADAMAWA STATE POLYTECHNIC, NYSC
Yola
07.2000 - 09.2001
- Optimised lesson plans, course content to achieve improved student-centred learning outcomes.
- Improved student pass rate by 55% for foundational class.
- Crafted quizzes, tests, projects that assessed student knowledge, understanding, effectively using environment around campus.
- Presented lectures using appropriate teaching pace to aid understanding for non-English speakers.
- Utilised various learning modalities, field activities, quizzes, class reward system. Improving communication, student confidence, presentation skills, class engagement.
- Developed comprehensive reading materials which improved understanding of subject matter among students.
- Built strong rapport with students through interactive group discussions, mentoring activities.
- Coordinated teaching responsibilities for four subjects, teaching averagely 40 students per class.
- Led tutorials classes to reinforce key foundational concepts, while promoting environmental problem-based learning techniques.
- Contributed to departmental meetings, fostering collaborative work environment.
- Developed study materials that facilitated self-learning amongst students.
Education
PGD - Management
Nigerian Institute of Management
Nigeria 04.2003 - 09.2004
B.Sc (Hons) - Geography & Environmental sciences
University Of Port Harcourt
Port Harcourt, Nigeria 05.1995 - 09.1999
SSCE -
Federal Government College Ilorin
Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria 09.1984 - 06.1990
Skills
- Effective communication
- Employee supervision
- Operational management
- Project coordination
- Development training
- Change processes
- Negotiation strategies
- Leadership effectiveness
- Reporting and documentation
- Mentorship and coaching
- Organizational growth
- Knowledge of agile practices
- Forecasting and budgeting
Certification
- Human Resources Management Training-Certificate of Completion-September 2025
- Red Team Coaching- CCEU Certificate- November 2024
- Certified Business Analysis Professional Course- September 2022
- Six Sigma Course Training - April 2022
- Entrepreneurship-From Business Idea To Action- Kings College London- October 2020
- Scrum Master Professional Certificate (SMPC)- October 2020
- Scrum Foundation Professional Certificate SFPC- September 2020
- Project Management Professional- March 2009 & September 2013
- ITIL V3 Training- 2009
- Prince2 Project Management Foundation Certificate- October 2007
- SAP (Material Management)- June 2007
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Timeline
Consultant
UPTNZS 2529
03.2013 - 12.2025
General Manager
VGC Maintenance and Management Company
03.2012 - 03.2013
ERP Consultant-Project Manager
C2G Consulting
05.2011 - 10.2011
Head-General Services
AFRINVEST
09.2008 - 02.2011
HR Executive
AFRINVEST
06.2007 - 08.2008
HR/Admin Executive
IBFCAgusto TRAINING LIMITED
09.2006 - 06.2007
HR/Admin Officer
EMPERION WEST AFRICA
08.2004 - 09.2006
PGD - Management
Nigerian Institute of Management
04.2003 - 09.2004
HR/ Quality Control Manager
METROWHEELS NIG LTD
04.2002 - 01.2004
Assistant Lecturer
ADAMAWA STATE POLYTECHNIC, NYSC
07.2000 - 09.2001
B.Sc (Hons) - Geography & Environmental sciences
University Of Port Harcourt
05.1995 - 09.1999
SSCE -
Federal Government College Ilorin
09.1984 - 06.1990