OLUMIDE DANIEL FAKOREDE

ad0yde@r.postjobfree.com. +**4(0)805*******. Lagos State, Nigeria.

SUMMARY

Results-driven IT professional with more than 8 years of experience driving technology initiatives and implementing systems for various organizations. I possess expertise in software development, data and business analysis, cloud computing, project management, digital marketing, and team leadership. I am passionate about leveraging technology to create social impact and improve lives.

SKILLS

Technical: JavaScript, NodeJS, Linux Shell, Data Analysis, SQL, Cloud Computing (GCP, AWS, AZURE), Adobe Photoshop, SEO, Search and Display ads.

Non-Technical: Leadership, Innovation, Collaboration, Research, Strategy Development, Business Development, Products roadmaps, and Financial Planning

EDUCATION HISTORY

Post Graduate Diploma (PGD), Computer Science 2020 — 2023

Project: Design and Implementation of a Student Administrative

Record System Using Blockchain Technology With IPFS

University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos State.

Bachelor of Science (BSC), Computer Science 2008 — 2014

Project: Effects of Information Technology in Curbing Financial Crimes

using the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission as a case study

University of Abuja, FCT.

PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE

IT Project Coordinator — CARAWAY AFRICA LTD, LAGOS. 02-2017 – Till Date

●Led the successful end-to-end deployment of a distribution management system (DMS) and sales force automation (SFA) app for all Key and Category Distributors within Lagos and Ogun states, resulting in revenue growth and staff efficiency improvement by over 50%.

●Conducted comprehensive training and development programs for Area Sales Managers, Sales Officers, and Field Sales representatives on the usage of DMS, SFA, and Business data interpretation while providing on-field support and resulting in a team performance improvement of over 65%.

●Developed and implemented an optimized data analytics process to facilitate growth forecasting and performance tracking. Analyzed trends in customer acquisition, sales data, and market penetration of products. Gathered customer feedback and developed actionable insights to drive operational strategies.

●Actively participated in cross-functional meetings, presenting findings, performance trends, and proposed improvements based on data insights.

Cofounder/Growth Manager — ARTSHOPNG, LAGOS. 10-2015 – 02-2017

●Successfully reduced the development time of the ArtShopNG 1.0 web platform by over 40% through identifying market opportunities and implementing best design practices, while effectively managing product and software development teams.

●Directed marketing initiatives and product promotion efforts, resulting in over 1000 organic customers and increased brand visibility through press releases and industry event representation.

●Developed comprehensive business plans, financials, and policy documents to support effective budgeting and vendor partnerships, and secured the Tony Elumelu Foundation grant for the brand.

●Guided recruitment process for new personnel, ensuring talent fit for the company and contributing to team-building efforts.

Graduate Assistant —CAPS, OFFICE OF THE ACCOUNTANT GENERAL, OGUN STATE. 11-2014 – 10-2015

●Assisted in the accurate and timely entry of financial data into accounting software or spreadsheets. This may include recording transactions, invoices, receipts, and other financial documents.

●Conducted research on financial topics or specific issues as requested by the Accountant General. Provide summaries and recommendations based on research findings.

●Maintained organized and up-to-date financial records, both physical and electronic. Ensure that documents are filed appropriately and can be easily retrieved when needed.

●Performed general administrative tasks as required, such as scheduling meetings, answering phones, responding to emails, and managing office supplies.

AWARD AND RECOGNITION

YALI Award of Appreciation, YALI Network Lagos. 2021

SI4DEV Social Impact Award, Strategy, and Innovation for Development Initiative 2020

Best SFA Staff, Caraway Africa Nigeria Limited 2018

TEF Entrepreneur, Tony Elumelu Foundation 2017

PUBLICATION

Fakorede Olumide Daniel & Babatunde Okutubo Micheal (2014), A report on subscribers, industry, and operator data for telecommunications services in Nigeria. https://www.yumpu.com/en/document/read/30193933/internreport

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION

Associate Cloud Engineer (GCP), Google. 2021

Digital Marketing Associate, Meta 2020

Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Program, Tony Elumelu Foundation. 2017

Professional Certificate in Project Management, Soar Trainers 2015

PROJECTS

Book Bank Builders Foundation, Lagos.

●Planned a successful free book donation drive in Ayobo, Lagos state benefiting over 500 students, effectively providing vital educational resources to underserved individuals in marginalized communities.

●Launched “The Scholasticals”. A book reading club in each beneficiary school of the book bank donation drive holds weekly meetings where students discuss books and engage in healthy debates.

●Facilitated basic web development (HTML, CSS, JAVASCRIPT, and WordPress) training for over 10 beneficiary schools of the book bank builders reaching 370 students.

Born to Live – YALI NETWORK LAGOS.

●Led a dedicated team in the coordination of the "Born to Live " initiative, aimed at raising awareness about female sexual abuse and period hygiene in the Epe community, Lagos State, trained over 150 girls with knowledge and skills to protect themselves and seek justice when confronted with sexual abuse.

●Provided reusable pads designed for year-long use to over 200 girls, eliminating the worry of monthly expenses and reducing the risk of school absenteeism by 70%.

Sustainable Community – GREEN JANITORS

●Led a successful community-driven initiative, mobilizing 30 dedicated volunteers for a comprehensive drainage clearing operation in the Sabo-Yaba community, Lagos State.

●Engaged residents and volunteers to clear and maintain 1.5 kilometers of vital drainage systems within the Sabo-Yaba community, Lagos State, fostering improved water flow and safeguarding the area against potential waterborne hazards.

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Secretary — ABIOLA PROGRESSIVE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION, AYOBO, LAGOS STATE 07-2023 — Till Date

●My responsibilities include coordinating meetings, preparing proposals, managing cross-functional meetings, and stakeholder engagement with government officials to drive community growth and environmental sustainability.

Program Manager — YALI NETWORK LAGOS 03-2020 — 03-2021

●As a Program Manager at YALI Network Lagos, I continued my commitment to civil rights and social action for an additional year. In this role, I focused on strategy development and project management, working towards innovative solutions to address pressing societal issues.

VOLUNTEERING AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Design Lead – MICROSOFT AZURE NIGERIA COMMUNITY, LAGOS. 01-2019 – Till Date

●Led the development of interactive flyers, banners, and videos to communicate events, and create awareness such as the Microsoft Azure Community Conference 2023, global AI Bootcamp 2022, and Azure developer study series.

●Developed and communicated a clear design strategy aligned with the overall goals of Microsoft Azure in Nigeria, considering trends and user needs, while providing leadership and direction for a team of designers, including graphic designers, UX/UI designers, and volunteers.

Program Assistant — YALI NETWORK LAGOS. 03-2019 — 03-2020

●In my role as a Program Assistant at YALI Network Lagos, I dedicated a year to supporting civil rights and social action initiatives. My responsibilities included program planning and development, project management, community development, and advocacy for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). During this time, I actively contributed to the implementation of projects that aimed to drive positive change in our community.

●Successfully organized a gubernatorial debate that featured over 21 governorship aspirants for Lagos state elections, bridging the gap between electorates and candidates. This achievement directly impacted the conscious decision-making of voters by providing opportunities for citizens to meet and relate with aspirants.

Hub Lead - STRATEGY AND INNOVATION FOR DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE, LAGOS. 01-2019 – 10-2022

●During this time, I collaborated with SI4DEV and its local partners to provide essential food palliatives to over 100 homes, and residents of the Ayobo community within the Alimosho Local Government.

●I took on a leadership role in spearheading the Alimosho team, working alongside dedicated individuals like Afemikhe Emmanuel and SI4DEV volunteers within the community. Together, we delivered much-needed food assistance to low-income households and played a crucial role in raising awareness about preventive measures against the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

INTERESTS/HOBBIES

Cryptocurrencies, stock trading, technical writing, reading, traveling and volunteering.

REFERENCE

Dr Babatunde Sawyerr – University of Lagos, Akoka, Lagos state.

Lecturer, Department of Computer Science.

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Micheal Lawrence

Information Security Engineer, Indicina, Lagos state.

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