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OLAYIWOLA ONAFOWOKAN

OLAYIWOLA ONAFOWOKAN

Managing Director
FCT, Abuja

Summary

Versatile Managing Director with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in customer experience.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Managing Director

National Lottery Nigeria
01.2023 - Current
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings.
  • Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
  • Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
  • Managed risk effectively by instituting comprehensive mitigation strategies across the organization''s operations.
  • Directed large-scale projects from inception to completion on time/budget with strict adherence to quality standards.
  • Launched innovative products/services that captured new market share while maintaining competitive pricing structures.
  • Cultivated a strong organizational culture built on integrity accountability teamwork which resulted in higher retention rates among staff.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve company-wide growth objectives, fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
  • Oversaw complex negotiations with suppliers/vendors for favorable contract terms that led to cost savings.

Founder, Chief Executive Officer

Dufotech Consult Ltd.
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
  • Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
  • Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
  • Achieved long-term sustainability for the organization through responsible decision-making processes grounded in ethics.

Marketing Director

9mobile Telecommunication
07.2019 - 01.2021
  • Streamlined internal processes to improve efficiency within the marketing department.
  • Devised content strategy to effectively engage target audiences.
  • Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.
  • Managed budget allocation and resource utilization to maximize marketing ROI.
  • Oversaw the creation of compelling marketing materials, including brochures, presentations, and social media content.
  • Championed a customer-centric approach throughout all aspects of marketing execution.
  • Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
  • Conducted market analysis and research to identify trends and opportunities.
  • Directed 15 marketing managers and performed performance evaluations.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Mentored junior team members, fostering professional development within the organization.
  • Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
  • Conducted market research to identify new opportunities and target markets.

Senior Manager, Youth Segment Marketing

9mobile Telecommunication
04.2016 - 07.2019
  • Increased customer satisfaction with timely project deliveries and seamless communication.
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Consistently met or exceeded annual performance targets set by senior leadership.
  • Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.

Senior Manager Devices, Mobile Applications & VAS

9mobile Telecommunication
05.2011 - 04.2016
  • Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
  • Evaluated vendor offerings critically to select the most appropriate partners for delivering desired results at optimal costs.
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Continuously drive the revenue generation from various VAS services and Device portfolios in line with commercial KPIs.
  • Managed budgets effectively, achieving financial objectives while maintaining strict control over expenditures.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.

Manager, Devices & VAS

9mobile Telecommunication
06.2008 - 05.2011
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Launched new products and services with thorough market research, leading to increased revenue growth.
  • Ensuring a sustainable strategy and tactical plan for device roadmaps and deployment with reference to predefined sales forecast.
  • Ensuring alignment between device roadmap with business objectives, targets and processes.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Conducted competitive analysis to identify market trends and capitalize on emerging opportunities for growth.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.

Manager, Products & Services

Celtel Nigeria
05.2007 - 05.2008
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Drove operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics tools for informed strategy development.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Create various propositions and products to address the needs for both Corporate and SME customers.
  • Ensure proper marketing and management of the various initiatives to grow both the customer base and revenue.
  • Coordinate the development, implementation and management of various retention strategies.

Assistant Manager, Marketing

Globacom Limited
05.2004 - 04.2007
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Developed strategy to increase sales and drive profits.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.

Team Lead, Manufacturing

EvotecOAI
03.2001 - 01.2004

Departmental planning and management

  • Write-up of company Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and Internal Operating Procedure (IOP) documents,
  • Ensuring staff compliance with the company IOP and SOP.
  • Ensuring staff compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
  • Preparation of manufacturing instruction and batch reports
  • Overseeing everyday production (to cGMP standards) of intermediate and active pharmaceutical compounds with over £700m annual turnover.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry And Chemical Engineering

University of Huddersfield
West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
04.2001 -

Skills

Organizational Skills

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Certification

Strategic Marketing Management Program, Harvard Business School

Timeline

Managing Director

National Lottery Nigeria
01.2023 - Current

Founder, Chief Executive Officer

Dufotech Consult Ltd.
01.2021 - 01.2023

Marketing Director

9mobile Telecommunication
07.2019 - 01.2021

Strategic Marketing Management Program, Harvard Business School

06-2018

Senior Manager, Youth Segment Marketing

9mobile Telecommunication
04.2016 - 07.2019

Leadership Program, Cranfield School of Management (UK)]

07-2013

Senior Manager Devices, Mobile Applications & VAS

9mobile Telecommunication
05.2011 - 04.2016

Manager, Devices & VAS

9mobile Telecommunication
06.2008 - 05.2011

Manager, Products & Services

Celtel Nigeria
05.2007 - 05.2008

Assistant Manager, Marketing

Globacom Limited
05.2004 - 04.2007

Bachelor of Science - Chemistry And Chemical Engineering

University of Huddersfield
04.2001 -

Team Lead, Manufacturing

EvotecOAI
03.2001 - 01.2004
OLAYIWOLA ONAFOWOKANManaging Director