CorelDraw
Olushola Oyewale
Information Technologist
Minna,Niger
Summary
Insightful Information Technology Manager with 10 years of IT leadership experience including oversight of infrastructure, application support and security services. Dedicated to customer satisfaction with focused delivery of technical solutions. Proven leader in directing operations, maintenance and support of complex systems. Develops creative business solutions, leveraging diverse methodologies and delivering engineering solutions for leading organizations. Highly adept in request for proposal development, technology needs assessments and staff training.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
21
21
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Head of Information Technology
Niger State Development Company Limited
Minna , Niger
2021.05 - Current
- Coordinated IT operations activities to deliver smooth flow of daily business needs.
- Communicated with executive team and CEO to maximize development efficiencies and resolve technology issues.
- Conferred with executives to advise and plan for short-term and long-term IT system upgrade needs.
- Managed network and system performance, conducting troubleshooting, security patching and maintenance.
- Wrote policy, procedure and manuals governing internal IT use.
- Led technology selection and rollout, focusing on organizational planning and supplier service-level agreements.
- Interacted and negotiated with vendors, outsourcers and contractors to secure products and services.
- Demonstrated familiarity with latest hardware, software and networking technology.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.
ICT Officer
Niger State Development Company Limited
Minna , Niger
2018.08 - 2021.05
- Configured and implemented IT initiatives to produce measurable business value.
- Worked closely with vendors and technology partners on integrations, infrastructure and enterprise solutions.
- Resolved workflow issues to optimize team productivity and improve delivery times.
- Aligned IT solutions and deliverables with company strategic vision.
- Reported monthly to senior executive team on budget, in-flight initiatives and upcoming projects.
- Determined best methods for IT to support key business objectives.
Centre Administrator
Niger State Development Company Limited (JABDC)
Minna , Niger
2014.10 - 2018.08
- Coordinated deployment of electronic examination on behalf of Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) for entrance into higher educational institutions.
- Proposed partnership ventures with Local Governments for training and establishment of ICT centres and Desk Offices at the Local Government Secretariats.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members and student trainees
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
- Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
IT Officer
Niger State Development Company Limited (JABDC)
Minna , Niger
2012.12 - 2014.10
- Managed network and system performance, conducting troubleshooting, security patching and maintenance.
- Built, repaired and installed computer-related hardware based on deployment procedures.
- Coordinated IT operations activities to deliver smooth flow of daily business needs.
- Demonstrated familiarity with latest hardware, software and networking technology.
- Conducted technical training and personal development classes for staff members and student trainees.
- Oversaw daily performance of computer systems and immediately responded to queries to keep network up and running.
IT Officer
Niger State Development Company Ltd (Head Office)
Minna , Niger
2012.03 - 2012.12
- Managed network and system performance, conducting troubleshooting, security patching and maintenance.
- Built, repaired and installed computer-related hardware based on deployment procedures.
- Demonstrated familiarity with latest hardware, software and networking technology.
- Customized and repaired technology based on staff requests.
- Created and terminated user's accounts from start to finish in business applications.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
Graphic Design Specialist
First Graphics Limited
Abuja , Federal Capital Territory
2011.07 - 2012.03
- Developed creative design for print materials, banners and signs.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and manage project milestones.
- Completed in-depth product design tests using updated software tools.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
- Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
- Completed final touches for projects before rollout.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements.
- Worked with design systems to develop and present prototypes for focus group evaluation.
- Used CorelDraw to create images and layouts for multiple projects.
- Pursued business development opportunities and fostered positive relationships with various clients (NGOs, Religious Organizations, Government Agencies, private individuals) through engaging presentations.
Mathematics Teacher
National Youth Service Corps, NYSC
Minna , Niger
2010.06 - 2011.07
- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed submitted class assignments, determined grades and reviewed work with struggling students to boost success chance.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Administered assessments and standardized tests to evaluate student progress.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Implemented peer tutoring system to enhance comprehensive understanding of math techniques and increase student test scores.
- Maintained lesson flexibility to adapt to student progress and information retention.
- Supplemented textbook material with approved third-party examples and resources for clarity on difficult topics.
IT Intern
National Examinations Council
Minna , Niger
2008.06 - 2008.12
- Supported IT department in handling technology rollout and maintenance.
- Participated in OMR scanning of examination paper for onward processing of result collation.
- Aided problem resolution measures and suggested patches and hardware, software and network troubleshooting alternatives.
- Helped department set up equipment for meetings, events and operations.
- Tested systems to identify root causes to problems and uncover bugs.
- Replaced defective components and upgraded office equipment per technology plan.
- Worked with high-performing teams in Agile environment.
Education
Master Of Technology - Applied Mathematics
Federal University of Technology Minna
Niger State 2018.12 - Current
Bachelor Of Technology - Mathematics And Computer Science
Federal University of Technology Minna
Niger State 2004.02 - 2010.04
Senior Secondary Certificate Examination - Sciences
Federal Government Collect
Kaduna, Kaduna State 1996.09 - 2001.06
Primary School Leaving Certificate - Primary Education
First Baptist Nursery And Primary School
Kaduna, Kaduna State 1990.09 - 1996.07
Skills
Documentation and reporting
undefinedAccomplishments
- Supervised team of 102 staff members as Acting Head/Assistant Manager Human Resources
- Collaborated with team of 4 IT professionals in the development of NSDC Ltd website, www.nsdclimited.com.ng
- Documented and resolved NSDC Ltd Assesst Management issues which led to Property Management Systems.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieved Automation of NSDC Ltd Accounting procedures by introducing Quick Book software for financial purposes.
Affiliations
Nigeria Computer Society, NCS
National Society of Black Engineers, NSBE
Software
Microsoft Office Suite
Microsoft Office Project
Microsoft Windows Operating System Administration
Certification
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows Vista
Interests
Cooking
Traveling
Documentary
Timeline
Head of Information Technology
Niger State Development Company Limited
2021.05 - Current
Master Of Technology - Applied Mathematics
Federal University of Technology Minna
2018.12 - Current
ICT Officer
Niger State Development Company Limited
2018.08 - 2021.05
Centre Administrator
Niger State Development Company Limited (JABDC)
2014.10 - 2018.08
IT Officer
Niger State Development Company Limited (JABDC)
2012.12 - 2014.10
IT Officer
Niger State Development Company Ltd (Head Office)
2012.03 - 2012.12
Graphic Design Specialist
First Graphics Limited
2011.07 - 2012.03
Mathematics Teacher
National Youth Service Corps, NYSC
2010.06 - 2011.07
Universal Mandatory IT Training (UMITT): FUT Minna
2010-02
Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS): Windows Vista
2009-06
IT Intern
National Examinations Council
2008.06 - 2008.12
Bachelor Of Technology - Mathematics And Computer Science
Federal University of Technology Minna
2004.02 - 2010.04
Senior Secondary Certificate Examination - Sciences
Federal Government Collect
1996.09 - 2001.06
Primary School Leaving Certificate - Primary Education
First Baptist Nursery And Primary School
1990.09 - 1996.07
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