Oluwatosin Bamidele

• Improved Network availability which automatically translated into higher revenues
• Reduced product delivery times by developing and optimizing project management workflows and cross-functional collaboration.
• Drove revenue growth through the development of innovative new products that met customer needs while maintaining a focus on cost-efficiency and scalability.
• Spearheaded cybersecurity initiatives to protect sensitive information assets from malicious attacks or unauthorized access attempts by external parties.
• Collaborated closely with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for technology-driven improvements in business processes, leading to increased efficiency and productivity.
• Developed strategic technology roadmaps, aligning business objectives with innovative solutions to drive growth in competitive markets.
• Promoted a culture of innovation within the organization, encouraging employees to explore emerging technologies as potential drivers for future business growth opportunities.
• Led the company''s digital transformation, modernizing legacy systems and transitioning to cloud-based infrastructures.
• Evaluated emerging technologies and market trends, providing strategic guidance on potential investments and competitive positioning.
• Negotiated strategic partnerships with technology vendors to secure favorable pricing on cutting-edge products and services.
• Mentored technical teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the organization.
• Developed and implemented long-term strategic technological blueprint.
• Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
• Represented organization at industry conferences and events.

• Oversaw, coordinated and maintained E2E the Etisalat Network operations ensuring consistent network availability to support business operations and accomplish quality service delivery.
• Delivered exceptional customer experiences by implementing strategies focused on meeting evolving needs and expectations.
• Improved team morale and reduced turnover by implementing series of employee engagement programs and personalized career development plans.
• Set the overall direction and manage the operations of the Network Operations Division
• Ensure synergy and collaboration with cross functional teams across the business.
• Established and monitored quality assurance standards to achieve operational excellence.
• Analyzed customer feedback and identified areas for improvement to drive business success.
• Mitigated risks by developing comprehensive contingency plans that ensured business continuity during unforeseen events or challenges.
• Monitored budget and utilized operational resources.
• Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
• Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
• Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.

• Led the design and planning of the Core and VAS Services across various Technologies -2G/3G/4G delivering cutting edge products and services that made Etisalat the market Leader
• Managed 4 different Managers and their teams - CS Core Network Planning, PS Network Planning, VAS Planning and VAS Development
• Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
• Self motivated with a strong very sense of responsibility
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Worked effectively in fast-paced and challenging environments.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

• Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
• Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
• Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
• Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
• Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
• Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
• Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
• Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
• Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.

• Successfully Managed the migration of about 1.5M live subscribers from the ALU-HP IN to the ALU-SUN IN and got a recognition from ALU HQ, France
• Managed various expansions and implementations across the IN, VMS, SMSC, USSD etc
• Achieved cost savings by identifying areas where expenses could be reduced without compromising quality or customer satisfaction during rollouts.
• Maintained a high level of adaptability and flexibility in the face of changing project requirements, ensuring seamless rollouts under varying circumstances.
• Implemented quality control measures, reducing the number of post-rollout issues and increasing overall success rate.
• Successfully managed multiple simultaneous rollouts without sacrificing timeliness, budget, or client satisfaction.
• Managed cross-functional teams for seamless execution of rollout projects, resulting in on-time delivery.
• Improved client satisfaction with successful rollouts, consistently meeting or exceeding expectations.
• Developed comprehensive rollout plans to ensure all necessary steps were completed efficiently and effectively.
• Reduced project delays by ensuring timely communication between team members and stakeholders.
• Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication and proactive problem solving during rollouts.
• Conducted thorough risk assessments prior to each rollout, mitigating potential problems before they could impact project timelines or budgets.
• Ensured smooth transition from planning to implementation phases, minimizing disruptions and downtime during rollouts.
• Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

• Design and implementation of various services on the ALCATEL Prepaid platform
• Complete integration of 8 nodes of the ALU 2.2 to the ALU OSP2.3 platform in less than 2 months
• Implementation of the Over the Air Refill services
• Implementation of Prepaid roaming services and several other across various nodes
• Drove customer retention efforts by addressing their evolving needs with relevant and timely VAS product enhancements.
• Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality VAS projects.
• Conducted thorough market research, identifying emerging trends and opportunities for new VAS offerings.

• Designed and closely supervised the delivery of several cutting edge product and services
• Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers for cost-effective solutions that supported project requirements.
• Improved overall project efficiency by setting clear goals, milestones, and expectations for the team.

• Joined the Network from start-up and was involved in the installation, commissioning and testing of several Network nodes in different cities across Nigeria with the Intelligent Network and VAS domains
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- Joined from startup and was involved in the roll-out from scratch