KAYODE ISHOLA
Lagos State
Summary
Strategic administrative professional with a strong foundation in Accounting and extensive experience in higher education administration, human resource management, and executive support. Facilitated university leadership initiatives, coordinated committees and board meetings, managed institutional records, and implemented effective administrative policies.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Secretary
Caleb University, Postgraduate College
Lagos, Nigeria
02.2021 - Current
- Provide administrative and executive support to university leadership, with responsibilities spanning academic administration, institutional coordination, and office management.
- Managed scheduling of appointments, meetings, and official engagements to optimise time for university leadership.
- Coordinate administrative processes relating to postgraduate education, including student records, admissions documentation, academic results, curriculum submissions, course allocations, and departmental correspondence.
- Coordinate meetings of boards and committees, including scheduling, preparation and circulation of documentation, minute-taking, and follow-up on decisions and action points.
- Draft official letters, memoranda, reports, meeting agendas, minutes, notices, and institutional documents to ensure clear communication and documentation standards.
- Facilitate effective communication and timely resolution of administrative matters by liaising with Deans, Heads of Departments, academic staff, students, university management, and stakeholders.
- Consolidate and organise information from departments and university units to enhance reporting accuracy and support informed management decision-making.
- Maintain accurate records and handle confidential institutional and personnel information in accordance with applicable university policies.
Creative Lead
Femkay Foundation for Humanitarian Relief
01.2019 - Current
- Oversee the development of the Foundation's visual identity, including logos, flyers, banners, brochures, social media graphics, and other promotional materials, ensuring consistency with its brand guidelines.
- Designed and executed creative fundraising campaigns, donation appeals, and engagement strategies that successfully attracted individual donors, corporate sponsors, and philanthropic organisations.
- Initiate and develop creative project proposals and oversee their implementation in collaboration with the Foundation's leadership, volunteers, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Develop and coordinate publicity campaigns, social media content, press releases, and other communication materials to increase public awareness of the Foundation's activities and impact.
- Created innovative ideas and initiatives that advanced the Foundation's vision, mission, and humanitarian goals.
- Plan, coordinate, and support humanitarian outreach programmes, educational interventions, community development projects, and empowerment initiatives.
- Developed initiatives supporting educational development, provided learning materials to underserved communities, and enhanced access to opportunities for vulnerable individuals.
College Administrator
Caleb University, College of Pure and Applied Sci.
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Supported the Dean in coordinating college activities, administrative priorities, staff matters, and institutional responsibilities.
- Oversaw daily administrative, secretarial, and clerical operations of university college to ensure smooth functioning and support for academic initiatives.
- Supervised and coordinated administrative personnel to promote efficiency, accountability, and effective service delivery.
- Implemented university policies and administrative procedures within the college and supported alignment with institutional objectives.
- Facilitated communication among academic staff, students, parents, and other stakeholders, effectively resolving enquiries and administrative issues to enhance stakeholder engagement.
- Contributed to administrative planning, resource coordination, and the effective utilisation of office resources.
- Supported human resource administration, staff development initiatives, and the identification of professional development opportunities.
- Reviewed and maintained academic and administrative records to ensure compliance with documentation standards and support quality assurance processes.
- Assisted with course evaluation, approval procedures, and other academic administration activities.
Human Resource Administrator
Caleb University, Registry Unit
Lagos, KWARA
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Prepared HR documentation, including employment-related documents and onboarding materials.
- Responded to employee enquiries regarding HR policies and procedures, providing clear guidance to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Maintained and updated personnel files and employee databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of human resource records.
- Liaised with the payroll function by providing relevant staff information to support accurate payroll processing.
- Recorded and updated staff information relating to leave, attendance, work schedules, and other employment matters.
- Assisted in preparing HR reports and presentations, delivering workforce-related information to support informed decision-making by management.
- Supported the communication and implementation of organisational policies and HR procedures.
Administrative and Marketing Officer
Caleb University, Registry Unit
Lagos, Nigeria
11.2016 - 01.2017
- Supported implementation of marketing strategies and conducted market research to enhance promotional activities.
- Organised marketing events and initiatives to boost institutional visibility and engagement.
- Managed social media content and digital communications to engage relevant audiences.
- Coordinated the work of interns involved in social media publishing and online copywriting.
- Facilitated effective operation of university offices through comprehensive administrative support.
- Coordinated board and committee meetings, including scheduling, documentation, and the circulation of meeting materials.
- Assisted with student guidance, counselling referrals, and the resolution of general enquiries.
Adjunct Lecturer – Principles of Accounting I and II
Plateau State College of Education
Gindiri
10.2015 - 11.2016
- Delivered engaging instruction in foundational accounting principles, enhancing student understanding of key concepts.
- Prepared lecture materials, learning activities, assignments, and examinations in line with course objectives.
- Organised classroom activities designed to encourage participation and strengthen understanding of accounting concepts.
- Guided students on course content, academic development, and learning-related challenges.
- Assessed students' academic performance and provided feedback to support learning and improvement.
- Fostered students' confidence and independent thinking, cultivating effective learning habits to improve academic performance.
Account Officer
Punch Nigeria Limited
, Ogun State
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Reviewed collection reports to assess outstanding balances and optimise collection strategies.
- Communicated with clients to resolve enquiries and strengthen professional relationships, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Prepared and maintained financial and sales records to support internal reporting and reconciliation.
- Recorded and posted publication sales receipts, maintaining accurate financial documentation to support revenue tracking.
- Recorded issued cheques and organised publication sales tellers and related transaction records.
- Liaised with internal and external auditors by providing requested records and supporting information.
- Documented sales transactions, customer interactions, and outstanding issues for management review.
Administrative Assistant
Babcock University
, Ogun State
01.2008 - 12.2009
- Provided administrative and clerical support to facilitate the smooth operation of university office functions.
- Managed incoming correspondence, visitor enquiries, and deliveries, facilitating seamless communication and operations.
- Welcomed visitors, vendors, and interview candidates, providing professional assistance and directing them to appropriate offices.
- Coordinated board and committee meetings, ensuring timely scheduling, accurate documentation, and efficient distribution of materials.
- Organised logistics and materials for meetings, committee activities, and staff events.
- Maintained office records, tracked documents, and supported effective information management.
- Assisted with the distribution of staff notices and internal communications.
- Supported visitor screening, visitor logs, and temporary access procedures in line with office security requirements.
- Assisted in improving administrative workflow by streamlining processes and communication. through effective correspondence management, recordkeeping, and coordination of office activities.
Education
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Accounting
Caleb University
Imota, Lagos State, Nigeria01-2018
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) - Accounting
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria01-2015
Skills
- Education administration
- Academic programme coordination
- Office Management and Operations
- Executive support
- Meeting administration
- Report writing
- Records management
- Data Analysis
- Stakeholder engagement
- Project coordination
- Communications Strategy
- Leadership skills
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND MANAGEMENT CREDENTIALS
- Full Member, Institute of Professional Managers and Administrators | 2019
- CISM, International Strategic Management Institute | 2016
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS
- Published Research
- I. Ishola, K. (2021). Digital Economy and Tax Administration in Nigeria. GSJ Journal Publication, Volume 9, September 2021 Edition.
- Ii. Digital Crisis Communication and Organizational Resilience in Nigeria: Analysis of Stakeholder Engagement and Reputation Recovery. AA Maiwada, O Success, KO Ishola, Britain International of Humanities and Social Sciences (BioHS) Journal 8 (3).
- Iii. Computerized Accounting Information System on Financial Reporting of Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria. TA Aondover, KO Ishola, OD Ngozi, Rowter Journal 5 (2), 121-136
- Iv. Role of Dividend Policy in Determining the Market Value of Share Companies in Nigeria Stock Exchange. KO Ishola, TA Aondover, Rowter Journal 5 (2), 151-160
- V. Corporate Governance Attributes and Financial Performance of Quoted Deposit Money Banks in Nigeria. TA Aondover, KO Ishola, OD Ngozi Rowter Journal 5 (2), 137-150
- Vi. Board Characteristics and Financial Performance of Listed Insurance Companies in Nigeria. TA Aondover, KO Ishola, Rowter Journal 5 (2), 104-120.
- Vii. Impact of Tax Reform ACT2023 on Performance of Start-Ups in Nigeria, KO Ishola, International Conference of the Institute of Finance & Management Studies.
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS
- Project Management Essentials Certificate | 2024
- Introduction to Microsoft Excel | 2024
- North American Division Leadership Certification Program | 2024
- Workshop Training for Administrative Officers | 2023
- International Registry Training/Workshop | 2022
- Certified Secured Computer User (C/SCU) | 2020
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
Timeline
Administrative Secretary
Caleb University, Postgraduate College
02.2021 - Current
Creative Lead
Femkay Foundation for Humanitarian Relief
01.2019 - Current
College Administrator
Caleb University, College of Pure and Applied Sci.
01.2018 - 09.2020
Human Resource Administrator
Caleb University, Registry Unit
01.2017 - 12.2017
Administrative and Marketing Officer
Caleb University, Registry Unit
11.2016 - 01.2017
Adjunct Lecturer – Principles of Accounting I and II
Plateau State College of Education
10.2015 - 11.2016
Account Officer
Punch Nigeria Limited
08.2013 - 07.2014
Administrative Assistant
Babcock University
01.2008 - 12.2009
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Accounting
Caleb University
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) - Accounting
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology