OLANIYI THOMPSON AFOLABI
Abuja
Summary
Results-oriented HR professional with broad experience in all areas of HR, including learning and development, talent management, policy development, performance management, and benefits administration. Accustomed to analysing HR functions and procedures to execute change management and drive corporate objectives. Bringing over a decade of consulting expertise and passion for cultivating productive work environments. I am a seasoned instructor and experienced teacher, effectively steering discussions to enhance student learning and impart knowledge of key concepts.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Lead Consultant
Mcvan Management Consultants Ltd
10.2018 - Current
- Evaluated professionalism of checkouts every three months and kept team members on top of cleaning tasks.
- Built effective training and coaching strategies to optimize team performance.
- Oversaw group of thirty-five employees and service staff, supervising performance, correcting problems, and boosting efficiency to optimize team operations and dynamics.
- Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
- Trained, mentored, and developed new employees with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
- Coordinated workshops for employees to better understand organizational mission, streamlining daily activities and aligning worker and company priorities.
- Analyzed company training methods and adjusted rectify issues, increased efficiency, and exceeded training goals, resulting in over 20% additional profit.
- Provided mentoring and support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Developed purposeful psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Identified business issues through careful collaboration with key stakeholders.
- Developed program schedules and monitored milestones, managing production flow to guide production orders to correct and timely completion.
Lead HR Consultant
RedBricks Consultants
11.2010 - 09.2018
- Implemented marketing strategies which resulted in 12% growth of customer base.
- Initiated two key partnerships which resulted in 54% revenue growth.
- Developed new process for employee evaluation which resulted in marked performance improvements.
- Researched and updated all required materials needed for firm and partners.
- Performed initial client assessment and analysis to begin research process.
- Supported Chief Operating Officer with daily operational functions.
- Assisted and guided clients on HR procedures and program development by devising performance evaluations, job descriptions and industry-standard salary ranges.
Human Resource & Admin Officer
BrandEdge Consulting
02.2006 - 03.2008
- Assisted management staff in annual year-end processes and data audits that led to over 25% performance improvement within three months.
- Oversaw inventory and office supply purchases that reduced excess spending by 30%.
- Tracked various statistics and kept detailed records to support the human resources department.
- Performed accounts receivable duties like invoicing, researching chargebacks, discrepancies, and reconciliations.
- Screen applicant resumes and coordinates both phone and in-person interviews.
- Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, and title changes.
- Prepared meeting minutes and edited subcontractor proposals, transmittals, and memoranda for organisational support.
- Resolved employment-related disputes through initiative-taking communication.
- Administered compensation, benefits, performance management systems and safety and recreation programmes.
Education
Ph.D. - Political Science
Nile University of Nigeria
Abuja03.2023
Master of Science - Peace And Conflict Resolution Studies
National Open University of Nigeria
Abuja2019
Postgraduate Diploma - Public Relations And Advertising
International Institute of Journalism
Abuja2008
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Ado Ekiti
Ado- Ekiti2003
Skills
- HR Policies and Development
- Performance Management Systems
- Project Management
- Presentations, Facilitation and Teaching
- Talent Management and Assessments
- Training Solutions, and Development
- Development Activities
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Relationship Issues Management
- Competency Assessment
- E-learning platforms
- Policy Analysis
- Department Operations
- Employee Development
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
Senior Professional in HR International (SPHRI) HRCI, USA: 2017
Global Professional in HR (GPHR); HRCI, USA: 2017
Professional in HR International (PHRi); HRCI, USA: 2016
Associate; Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria: 2016
Associate Certified Fraud Examiner; Institute of Fraud Examiners – 2008
Additional Information
Part-Time lecturer: Nigeria Institute of Cultural Orientation: 2018 Till Date
Teaching Administrative Processes and Procedures
Part-Time lecturer: Stratford Academy, UK (Nigeria Study Centre) 2014-2019
Taught: i) Strategic HRM; ii) Strategic Change Management; iii) Resource Management
Ad hoc Staff: Democracy Monitor; JDPC; 2000-2003
Network Member: West African Network for Peace Building (WANEP) 2001-2003
Timeline
Lead Consultant
Mcvan Management Consultants Ltd
10.2018 - Current
Lead HR Consultant
RedBricks Consultants
11.2010 - 09.2018
Human Resource & Admin Officer
BrandEdge Consulting
02.2006 - 03.2008
Ph.D. - Political Science
Nile University of Nigeria
Master of Science - Peace And Conflict Resolution Studies
National Open University of Nigeria
Postgraduate Diploma - Public Relations And Advertising
International Institute of Journalism
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of Ado Ekiti
Accomplishments
- Implemented a comprehensive employee training and development program, resulting in a 25% increase in employee satisfaction and a 15% decrease in turnover rate within a year.
- Achieved 85% results by organizing Performance management system training with accuracy and efficiency for the staff of the federal ministry of works
- Implemented a company-wide diversity and inclusion initiative, resulting in increased diversity in the workforce by 20% within one year and improving overall employee engagement and collaboration.
- Successfully revamped the performance management system, introducing a goal-setting framework and aligning individual goals with overall company objectives, leading to a 20% improvement in employee performance.
- Conducted promotion examination and interview for the staff of the Independent National Electoral Commission
- Led a successful organizational restructuring project, resulting in a more efficient and streamlined HR department, improved communication channels, and a 15% reduction in operational costs.
- Collaborated with a team of over 20 members of staff of the PSIN in the development of the INEC promotion examination.
Courses Attended
- Workforce Relations & Risk Management: 2017
- ProjectManagement Essentials for HR Professionals: Certification Edge/HRCI- 2016
- Essentials of HRAdministration; Certification Edge: 2016
- Human Resource Management Essentials:Certification Edge -2016
- Recruitmentand Selection; Certification Edge- 2016
- Health,Safety and Security; Certification Edge -2016
- EmployeeRelations and Communication; Certification Edge- 2016
- RewardManagement; Stratford Academy, UK- 2014
- ResourcingOrganization; Stratford Academy, UK- 2014
- PerformanceManagement; Stratford Academy, UK – 2014
- Centrefor Management Development; Basic Manpower Development Programme – 2013
Some Recent Courses/Papers Facilitated/Presented
- Effective Service Delivery for the Office of the Head of Service of the Federation
- report Writing and Presentation Skills for other Central Bank of Nigeria
- Change Management in the Public Sector: Seminar for Directorate Cadre of the National Assembly Service Commission.
- Workplace Ethics and Attitudinal Change: Seminar for Directorate Cadre of the National Assembly Service Commission.
- Strategic Performance Management: Training Programme for Directorate Cadre of the National Assembly Service Commission
- Effective Conflict Resolution and Negotiation Skills: Policy, Leadership and Strategic Course
- Managing Human Capital: Policy, Leadership and Strategic Course: NIPSS
- Personal Efficiency & Organisational Effectiveness: Policy, Leadership and Strategic Course
- The Role of E-Security in Cyber and Contemporary Crime Management
- Personal Security Consciousness for Employees in the Ministry of Aviation
- Change Management and Succession Planning in 21st Century
- Building Result-Based Performance Management System for the Federal Ministry of Works
Articles and Researches
- Retooling HRM for organisational effectiveness in Nigeria's public service
- Arms Proliferation and Structural Violence: Nexus to International Security System in Nigeria
- Counter-Terrorism, Humanitarianism and the Amnesty International Reports on Nigeria's Fight Against Insurgency
- Global Politics and Security Implications of Foreign Aids for African Development
- The Impact of Technology on Recruitment and On-Boarding in Organisations
- Understanding Agile HR to Manage the Nigerian Public Service
- National Orientation as a Panacea to Unethical Social Attitude in Nigeria
- Social Cleavage and Political Leadership Recruitment in Nigeria
- Managing Office Politics in the 21st Century
Some Recent Courses/Papers Facilitated/Presented
- Effective Service Delivery for the Office of the Head of Service of the Federation
- report Writing and Presentation Skills for other Central Bank of Nigeria
- Change Management in the Public Sector: Seminar for Directorate Cadre of the National Assembly Service Commission.
- Workplace Ethics and Attitudinal Change: Seminar for Directorate Cadre of the National Assembly Service Commission.
- Strategic Performance Management: Training Programme for Directorate Cadre of the National Assembly Service Commission
- Effective Conflict Resolution and Negotiation Skills: Policy, Leadership and Strategic Course
- Managing Human Capital: Policy, Leadership and Strategic Course: NIPSS
- Personal Efficiency & Organisational Effectiveness: Policy, Leadership and Strategic Course
- The Role of E-Security in Cyber and Contemporary Crime Management
- Personal Security Consciousness for Employees in the Ministry of Aviation
- Change Management and Succession Planning in 21st Century
- Building Result-Based Performance Management System for the Federal Ministry of Works
Articles and Researches
- Retooling HRM for organisational effectiveness in Nigeria's public service
- Arms Proliferation and Structural Violence: Nexus to International Security System in Nigeria
- Counter-Terrorism, Humanitarianism and the Amnesty International Reports on Nigeria's Fight Against Insurgency
- Global Politics and Security Implications of Foreign Aids for African Development
- The Impact of Technology on Recruitment and On-Boarding in Organisations
- Understanding Agile HR to Manage the Nigerian Public Service
- National Orientation as a Panacea to Unethical Social Attitude in Nigeria
- Social Cleavage and Political Leadership Recruitment in Nigeria
- Managing Office Politics in the 21st Century
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