Proactive manager with demonstrated leadership abilities, strategic planning expertise and problem-solving acumen. Assists senior managers with accomplishing demanding targets by encouraging staff and coordinating resources. Methodical and well-organized in optimizing coverage to meet operational demands.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Manager
Nigerian Education Loan Fund
07.2023 - Current
Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining costeffectiveness.
Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
Personal Assistant to Deputy Governor Operations
Central Bank of Nigeria
01.2019 - 09.2023
Project Monitoring/Initiation,
Operations support
Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and proactively addressing these challenges through appropriate solutions implementation.
Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by effectively communicating with colleagues and offering support where needed.
Assistant Project Manager for Nirsal MFB Setup
Central Bank Of Nigeria
04.2020 - 04.2022
Strengthened relationships with vendors to secure favorable pricing on supplies while ensuring high-quality products were consistently delivered on time.
Assisted in the change order process by reviewing requests for changes to specifications or budgetary allowances before submitting them for approval.
Managed subcontractor relationships effectively to ensure quality workmanship within deadlines and budgets.
Technical assistant to Managing director/CEO
Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS PLC)
01.2016 - 12.2018
Enterprise Project Management Officer (work with Nigerian government to implement National social intervention program),
Website development
Project monitoring/analysis
Support all the department within the organization in making sure they achieve their target.
Enhanced system efficiency by troubleshooting hardware and software issues, resulting in reduced downtime.
Streamlined technical processes for improved productivity through meticulous documentation and organization of procedures.
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
PACFaH Project (Partnership for Advocacy on Child and Family Health project)
01.2015 - 01.2016
Reviewing monitoring reports to access interim impacts and identify causes, Undertaking and facilitating others to implement the M&E plan, regularly revising and updating performance questions, indicators, methods, formats and analytical processes, Revising, determining information needs of project management, Identification of Faith based organization and community-based organizations and also training them on advocacy skills
Advised senior management on strategies for improving program effectiveness based on evaluation results.
Participated in external evaluations, providing valuable input into third-party assessments of program impact.
Integrated lessons learned from previous projects into future planning efforts, fostering an environment of continual growth and adaptation.
Network administrator/ Assistant Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Kaduna State AIDS Control Agency
01.2013 - 01.2015
Technical identification of network issues, Setting up data center and monitoring, Internet networking, Support in monitoring and evaluation
Enhanced network security through installation, monitoring, and maintenance of firewalls and antivirus software.
Optimized server performance by conducting regular audits, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing necessary upgrades.
Education
Masters in Information Management -
Ahmadu Bello University
01.2022 - 05.2023
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) - undefined
Kaduna State AIDS Control Agency
01.2013 - 05.2014
Bachelor Degree - Computer Application/IT
Hamdard University
New Delhi, India
01.2010 - 05.2013
Premier Secondary School
04.2007 -
L.G.E.A Primary School Certificate -
L.G.E.A Primary School
Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills -
Blackbird Training
01.2022 -
Creative problem solving and decision making -
Meirc Training & Consulting
01.2021 -
Project Management Professional -
Philip Consulting
01.2017 -
Certificate in Ethical hacking (Grade A) - undefined
Indian Institute of hardware technology
02.2013 - 05.2013
Certificate in Information security (Grade A) - undefined
Indian Institute of hardware technology
02.2013 - 05.2013
Certificate in Cisco certified network associate (Grade A) - undefined
Indian Institute of hardware technology
09.2012 - 05.2012
Skills
Operations Management
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Committee And Project
01/01/2023, Present, Project Manager, Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELF)
01/01/2023, 12/31/2023, Liaison staff CBN/INEC for 2023 National Elections, Nigeria
01/01/2022, 12/31/2023, Project Manager report automation, Central bank of Nigeria
01/01/2022, 12/31/2022, Member of committee Nigerian data Harmonization, Ministry of digital economy
01/01/2019, 12/31/2021, Project Manager II, Central Bank of Nigeria, Initializing and execution of Nirsal microfinance bank setup project
01/01/2015, 12/31/2016, Committee member knowledge product creation, Partnership for Advocacy in Child and Family Health
01/01/2015, 12/31/2016, Organizational Mapping of potential CBOs, project mapping
Developing Health Sector Champions for Child and Family Health retreat, “Leadership as Partnership between Government and Civil Society”, National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS)
Workshops And Seminars
Technology of Circular Economy and Sustainable Development for Developing Countries – Beijing, China
Reserve Management Seminar for Sovereign institutions – UBS Switzerland
Annual Budget Development workshop – PACFaH Project
Workshop on operationalizing the PACFaH M&E Tracker
Mid-Term review of State Unified Operational Plan (SUOP) on HIVS/AIDS.
Monthly Monitoring and Evaluation meetings on HIV/AIDS.
Technical Working Group meetings on Data collation.
Personal Skills And Competencies
Leadership skills
Report writing
Scorecard Development
Proficient in English language. (Written & speaking)
Mother tongue Hausa, Basics in Hindi.
Time management
Troubleshooting
Computer Skills: System management, General system configurations, system security, word, excel, power point, outlook.
Timeline
Project Manager
Nigerian Education Loan Fund
07.2023 - Current
Masters in Information Management -
Ahmadu Bello University
01.2022 - 05.2023
Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills -
Blackbird Training
01.2022 -
Creative problem solving and decision making -
Meirc Training & Consulting
01.2021 -
Assistant Project Manager for Nirsal MFB Setup
Central Bank Of Nigeria
04.2020 - 04.2022
Personal Assistant to Deputy Governor Operations
Central Bank of Nigeria
01.2019 - 09.2023
Project Management Professional -
Philip Consulting
01.2017 -
Technical assistant to Managing director/CEO
Nigeria Inter-Bank Settlement System (NIBSS PLC)
01.2016 - 12.2018
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
PACFaH Project (Partnership for Advocacy on Child and Family Health project)
01.2015 - 01.2016
Certificate in Ethical hacking (Grade A) - undefined
Indian Institute of hardware technology
02.2013 - 05.2013
Certificate in Information security (Grade A) - undefined
Indian Institute of hardware technology
02.2013 - 05.2013
Network administrator/ Assistant Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Kaduna State AIDS Control Agency
01.2013 - 01.2015
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) - undefined
Kaduna State AIDS Control Agency
01.2013 - 05.2014
Certificate in Cisco certified network associate (Grade A) - undefined
Indian Institute of hardware technology
09.2012 - 05.2012
Bachelor Degree - Computer Application/IT
Hamdard University
01.2010 - 05.2013
Premier Secondary School
04.2007 -
L.G.E.A Primary School Certificate -
L.G.E.A Primary School
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