Richards Nkenna
Shomolu,Nigeria
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in project management, bid coordination, and team leadership. Demonstrates proficiency in procurement, stakeholder engagement, and strategic communication to drive organisational success. Skilled in human resources, document control, and conflict resolution, ensuring seamless operations and effective collaboration. Committed to leveraging core competencies to deliver impactful results and support long-term organisational goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Financial Controller,
Covenant Connection Community Group
Lagos State, Nigeria
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed group finances, budgets, and ensured transparency in financial reporting.
Bids and Tender Manager
Eauxwell Nigeria Ltd
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2022 - 06.2025
- Managed end-to-end bid processes for high-value solar power projects across Nigeria.
- Coordinated over 30 multi-state engineering, procurement, and implementation teams.
- Led submissions for AFDB REA projects, NSIA, and ECOWAS solar installations.
- Produced technical/commercial proposals and ensured regulatory compliance.
- Implemented risk management plans during project execution phases.
Volunteer HR Assistant
Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency
Lagos, Nigeria
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Volunteered to support recruitment, conflict resolution, and staff guidance.
- Managed payroll system to ensure timely and accurate payments.
- Completed timely reports on HR metrics contributing towards strategic planning.
- Ensured adherence to employment laws, minimising legal risks.
HR Officer
Nigerian Maritime Administration & Safety Agency (NYSC)
Lagos, Nigeria
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Onboarded 500+ NYSC and Industrial Trainees; managed payroll using Sage.
- Maintained personnel records, addressed staff issues, and supported HR operations.
General Secretary,
CDS Group - NYSC
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Elected to lead communications; organized outreach seminars on drug abuse and consent.
- Took minutes, coordinated logistics, and contributed as a public speaker.
- Streamlined communication with board members by preparing detailed agendas.
Bids and Procurement Officer
Eauxwell Nigeria Limited
Lagos, Nigeria
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Coordinated project bidding and procurement by compiling documentation, tracking published bids, and ensuring budget compliance for cost-effective purchasing.
- Oversaw project execution and supervised daily implementations to ensure timely and efficient delivery under budget, including drafting work plans and methodologies.
- Managed administrative and financial processes, such as processing vendor payments, tracking travel expenses, and generating monthly reports for management review.
Maintained comprehensive project documentation, including records of office supplies, implementation plans, and weekly performance reports to support evaluation and strategic planning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education English
Imo State University
Owerri09.2016
Skills
- Project Management
- Bid Coordination
- Team Leadership
- Procurement
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Human Resources
- Strategic Communication
- Document Control
- Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
- Delivered 150-site solar deployment project across Nigeria.
- Secured 3MW–17MW solar project contracts with AFDB, World bank, NSIA, and ECOWAS.
- Customer Service Excellence
- Certified Service Delivery Professional
Custom
MHRIR
Certification
Professional Certificate in Human Resources management(Chartered)
Teachers registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)
Timeline
Financial Controller,
Covenant Connection Community Group
09.2024 - 12.2024
Bids and Tender Manager
Eauxwell Nigeria Ltd
01.2022 - 06.2025
Bids and Procurement Officer
Eauxwell Nigeria Limited
02.2020 - 01.2022
Volunteer HR Assistant
Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency
03.2019 - 01.2020
HR Officer
Nigerian Maritime Administration & Safety Agency (NYSC)
06.2018 - 01.2020
General Secretary,
CDS Group - NYSC
01.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Education English
Imo State University
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