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MODUPE LAWAL

Administration And Business Development
21, Olamijuyin Avenue Parkview Estate Ikoyi.

Summary

Motivated individual with experience in Corporate services. Skilled in building customer relationships and understanding customer needs. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to bring about transformation and innovation to the Organization. Highly creative and persistent to quickly and effectively solving various problems that may arise and recommending corrective actions; liaising with relevant parties. Stays calm under pressure and committed to multitasking - offering over 7 years of hands-on experience in collecting, analyzing, evaluating and recording data on progress of a project or task. Proficient in using independent decision - making skills and sound judgment to positively impact the Organization's success.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Development and External Relations Manager

Planet Projects Limited
Ikeja, LA
11.2021 - Current
  • Supporting public relations and external communication efforts to maintain relationships with all Stakeholders (State government representatives, transport unions and other major stakeholders) in 4 states (Lagos, Oyo, Ekiti and Edo States)
  • Drafting and implementing agreements and MOU’s at state and private level
  • Setting up meetings with government representatives and facilitating all necessary approvals
  • Drafting, analyzing and implementing risk analysis matrix of Terminals in 4 States
  • Working closely as team-player with other Terminal Operation Managers to ensure peace and stability with members of Transport Union in 4 states
  • Maintaining operational performance of the Organization
  • Identification of new markets across Terminals
  • Providing expert guidance on public policy issues, shaping organizational positions and responses
  • Facilitating cross-functional collaborations between departments ensuring alignment on operational initiatives
  • Managing crisis communications situations, effectively mitigating potential negative impacts on the organization
  • Achieved implementation of submitted lucrative marketing strategies, which were profitable for growth and operation of the Organization. Also implemented reduction in cost of power by 80%.

Managing Director

Fournisseur Interiors Limited
Ajah, LA
09.2013 - 10.2021
  • Formulated and implemented company policy
  • Maintained operational performance of company by 80%
  • Delegated work to team members and made decisions on projects/contracts awarded to company
  • Directed strategies towards profitable growth and operation of company
  • Closely monitored operating and financial results against plans and budget
  • Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success
  • Delivered consistent revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and expanding service offerings
  • Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services
  • Achieved adequate operational planning system

Personal Assistant to Managing Director/CEO

Primewaterview Limited
Victoria Island, LA
08.2010 - 08.2013
  • Deputized for MD/CEO, made decisions and delegated work to colleagues in his absence
  • Organized and managed all events and appointments for MD/CEO
  • Handled all travel arrangements and maintained cordial relationship with diplomatic community
  • Administered and processed MD/CEO’s account and budget including foreign exchange transactions
  • Worked closely with Management team and was involved in decision-making processes
  • Carried out research and presented findings for MD/CEO
  • Managed and liaised with over 50 clients, contractors and suppliers as well as other staff members
  • Organized and ensured that MD/CEO attended meetings and was well prepared for all meetings
  • Achieved better time management for MD/CEO as well as bridged gap between numerous daily appointment and work overload by 75%.

Assistant Human Resources Manager

Primewaterview Limited
Victoria Island, LA
08.2008 - 08.2010
  • Assisted in identifying staff vacancies, recruitment, interviews and other selection processes
  • Administered leave bonuses and compensation benefits
  • Helped in preparation and implementation of budgets for personnel operations
  • Executed reference checks on employees and maintained database system on expenses incurred on staff members
  • Provided current and prospective employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages and opportunities for promotion and other employee benefits
  • Assisted in analyzing training needs to design employee development
  • Maintained records and compiled statistical reports concerning personnel related data such as hires, transfers, performance appraisals and absenteeism rates
  • Prepared and implemented health insurance scheme for staff members and ensured its effective management
  • Achieved proper coordination of human resources activities and accomplished 95% change within organizational structure.

Administrative Officer

Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget
Ikeja, LA
08.2007 - 08.2008
  • Drafted and edited reports and proposals as well as arranged senior staff meetings
  • Coordinated promotion and advancement matters
  • Wrote minutes of meeting and followed-up actions on proceedings to Directors of Ministry
  • Ensured prompt submission of mid and annual activity reports
  • Contributed to successful projects by providing essential administrative support and resource management.
  • Coordinated administrative matters
  • Ensured prompt delivery of any other duties assigned
  • Achieved been selected as United Nation’s rapporteur on Millennium Development Goals for Lagos State within short period of stay in Ministry/Department and initiated change in writing reports and procuring items for the department

Personal Assistant to the Attorney General

Ministry of Justice
05.2003 - 07.2007
  • Collated data for Citizens Mediation Center and Office of Public Defender-which are conflict resolution departments of Ministry
  • Contributed content on work done by maintaining report on Justice Now – Quarterly magazine which was aimed at enlightening public on activities and achievements of lawyers both in State and Federal levels
  • Arranged training session and seminars for State Counsels
  • Produced investigative reports on weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly basis on activities at various centers to Commissioner and Attorney General of State, Permanent Secretary, and Directors
  • Assisted in presenting yearly report of activities to State Governor
  • Achieved various methods of conflict resolution

Education

Master of Arts - International Law And Diplomacy

University of Lagos
Akoka, LA
09.2004 - 09.2005

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Lagos
Akoka, LA
01.1995 - 05.2000

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Otherinstitutions

  • University of Pretoria-South Africa, Good Governance Course, 07/2007
  • Phillips Consulting, HR Metrics, 11/2009
  • Mac Kamin & Associate USA, Customer Service Excellence Programme (Team Building & Leadership), 12/2010
  • Shoreditch Design Rooms, Introduction to Upholstery, 09/2013
  • Oak Interlink Company Ltd (The Elevation Church), Project Management Program –Fast track Training, 04/2019

Technicalskillsknowledge

  • Leadership and management skills across functional areas of delegation, supervision and motivation
  • Proficiency in the use of IT applications – Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other in –house database
  • Ability to prioritize work within a given framework to meet imminent deadlines and respond to changing priorities
  • Clear and concise, verbal and written communication interpersonal skills
  • Excellent team player, self-motivated and a good listener
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and a fast learner

Keystosuccess

  • Integrity & Ethics
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork
  • Training
  • Continuous Improvement

References

REFERENCES TO BE PROVIDED ON REQUEST

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Piracy eradication in Lagos State by 60% by caring out research with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved Certificates in Good Governance, Human Resources Metrics, Customer Service Programme, Upholstery Designs and Project Management through effective trainings from world class institutions across the world. This has initiated transparency, integrity amongst others at the highest level, ability to efficiently and effectively manage Human Resource practices, ensure intra and inter customer satisfaction, and a brief course on project management technical skills within an Organization.

Software

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)

Database Management

Data Analysis and Visualization

Certification

Certified Database Administrator, Microsoft

Listening to Music

Listening to music relaxes me

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Business Development and External Relations Manager

Planet Projects Limited
11.2021 - Current

Managing Director

Fournisseur Interiors Limited
09.2013 - 10.2021

Personal Assistant to Managing Director/CEO

Primewaterview Limited
08.2010 - 08.2013

Assistant Human Resources Manager

Primewaterview Limited
08.2008 - 08.2010

Administrative Officer

Ministry of Economic Planning and Budget
08.2007 - 08.2008

Master of Arts - International Law And Diplomacy

University of Lagos
09.2004 - 09.2005

Personal Assistant to the Attorney General

Ministry of Justice
05.2003 - 07.2007

Certified Database Administrator, Microsoft

11-2002

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Lagos
01.1995 - 05.2000
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