Project Management Public Relations

Nana Fosuah Akoto-Bamfo

Date of birth: **/**/**** Nationality: Ghanaian Gender: Female

Phone number: +1-310-***-**** (Mobile) Email address: *******.*****@*****.*** LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/nana-fosuah-akoto-bamfo-mapr-519a2989/ Address: 27945 Ranchos Palos Verdes.

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Nana Fosuah is an accomplished Project Management Lead with a unique blend of expertise in project management and public relations. With six years of experience leading project teams and delivering top- notch client service, I bring a proven track record of success to any project or organization. Key Highlights:

Diplomacy: I possess the ability to navigate sensitive situations, disagreements, or conflicts with tact, finesse, and respect for the feelings and opinions of others. Project Management Excellence: I possess a deep understanding of project management methodologies and best practices. I have successfully led and executed numerous projects, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Strategic Thinker: Known for my strategic mindset, I excel at developing project strategies that align with overarching organizational goals. I have a knack for identifying and mitigating potential risks, ensuring project success from inception to completion.

Client-Centric Approach: I understand the importance of exceptional client service. I have a history of building and maintaining strong client relationships by delivering results that exceed expectations and providing effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. Public Relations Expertise: With a background in public relations, I bring valuable skills in communication, stakeholder engagement, and reputation management to their project management role. I remain adept at crafting compelling narratives and ensuring that projects align with the organization's public image and messaging.

Team Leadership: I am a skilled team leader, capable of motivating and guiding project teams to achieve their best performance. I foster a collaborative and results-driven work environment that maximizes team potential.

Adaptability: I thrive in dynamic and fast-paced environments. I can adapt quickly to changing project requirements and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that each one is a success. I am a dedicated and results-driven professional who consistently delivers outstanding outcomes for clients and organizations. With my unique skill set that combines project management, diplomacy and public relations expertise, I am well-equipped to lead and excel in any project management role, driving success and delivering value to donors and stakeholders.

10/01/2022 – CURRENT Accra, Ghana

CLIENT SERVICE AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT LEAD E-VOLUTION INTERNATIONAL MENA

• I managed projects from inception to completion in various locations from Accra, Kumasi, Kigali, Abu Dhabi and Lilongwe.

• I Executed end-to-end project management activities for AFAWA Finance Series-Ghana (An AfDB Project), including project planning, risk assessment, budgeting and resource allocation, which saw over 350 guests in attendance including the Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Ghana, The French and German Ambassadors and the Country Manager for AfDB

• Steered stakeholder engagements between Government of Ghana, EPA, Ghana Metrological Services, V20 Secretariat and other agencies ( within a two week period) for the Country Workshops-Global ABOUT ME

WORK EXPERIENCE

Shield Against Climate Risks, Ghana which had the Finance Minister of Ghana in attendance as the key note speaker and representation from Embassies including the Japanese Ambassador in July 2023

• Put together side meetings for the Annual AfDB general meetings in Accra in 2022 for RMB Bank which saw over 90% of Finance Ministers from African countries meeting with investors to broker deals for their respective countries. which had Aliko Dangote and Tony Elumelu present.

• With no initial contact and within a period of two weeks, I successfully put together a climate financing conference and trainings for the banking sector as well as relevant government agencies in Malawi . This conference had the Minister of Energy as the key note speaker with over 100 participants and the trainings had 40 top bank executives including the Central Bank of Malawi in the year May 2023.

• For business continuity and future engagement, I have successfully established and maintained relationships with International Agencies such as the African Development Bank, UNDP, CRS, UNAIDS using professional networking tools.

• As the Client Service and Project Management Lead I can boast of over 25 projects within the space of 2022 and 2023. Putting together program strategy, budget planning and disbursement, I provide comprehensive operational guidance and manage entire programs from end to end including generating specific guest list, sending out invitations and ensuring that these invitees honour the events, the safety and security of the venue and guest, as well as the expected outcome of the event is achieved.

• With a background in Public Relations, I have strong proposal writing and presentation skills which helps me deliver under strict deadlines. I successfully won projects such the Egyptian Super Cup Finals 2022 in Abu Dhabi, AFAWA Finance Series Ghana 2023, the Green Finance Conference and Trainings in Malawi, GUBA awards 2022 in Kigali, amongst others.

• I oversee communication planning and production of quality communication materials for all projects including souvenirs and information packs.

• Supervise, provide training, and support where necessary to a minimum of 5 projects support staff depending on the magnitude of the projects.

• Successfully delivered projects within budget and ahead of schedule, exceeding stakeholder expectations.

Business or Sector Other service activities Department Project Management Address No 10 Angola Close RIngway, Osu, Accra, Ghana Email **********@*-***********.*** Website www.e-volutionint.net

Links https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cuIgQGFsxrL-lTjIyNe1V26KVlHYcfjI/view?usp=drivesdk https:// drive.google.com/file/d/15SjUiE6xX6ci8OgFA_gWTditQhpYBnhF/view?usp=drivesdk https://drive.google.com/file/d/ 1uFAnQ6w6MaznMiCp00K_3ITCWEV5Uco1/view?usp=drivesdk 09/01/2017 – 31/12/2019 Accra, Ghana

PROJECT ASSISTANT CHARTERHOUSE PRODUCTION LTD

• My training in Project Management helps me:

• Coordinate and manage communication for programme updates for donors (KfW, UNAIDS), government, and other relevant stakeholders, by ensuring compliance with all requirements and procedures while embarking on programs. Prompt and periodic communication on projects help in managing project timelines and expectations.

• Generated and managed invitations list for the Annual Insurance Conference held in 2018 for over 500guests and participants from all over the world in Accra.

• To ensure compliance on all levels of project delivery I assisted on including stakeholder engagement meetings for Tullow Ghana for top management and general staff both in Accra and Takoradi.

• Provide operational support on all projects including arranging travels for key personnel on projects both within the country and travelling outside the country.

• Managed a welcome ceremony for the Unilever President's visit to Ghana in 2018.

• Put together a social intervention program spearheaded by Unilever for struggling single mothers between 2017 and 2019.

• Collaborated with diverse project teams to ensure clear communication, task delegation, and alignment with project goals.

• Developed and maintained comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and status reports.

• Conducted regular project reviews and implemented lessons learned to enhance project delivery processes.

• Successfully assisted on putting together the global handwash day celebrations in Ghana from 2017 to 2019 which brought together over ten thousand pupils from across the country and had the second lady in attendance as the key note speaker. Other high profile guests included the Minister for Driving Licence: B 08/09/2021 – 07/09/2027

Gender and social protection, Minister for Environment, Science and Technology and the Minister for Education.

16/08/2018 – 13/03/2020 Accra, Ghana

MASTERS IN PUBLIC RELATIONS Ghana Institute of Journalism Website https://gij.edu.gh/

15/08/2006 – 15/05/2010 Accra, Ghana

BACHELORS DEGREE IN FINE ARTS University of Ghana

Website https://www.ug.edu.gh/

01/09/2022 – 03/12/2022 Pennsylvania, United States PROJECTS MANAGEMENT ESSENTIALS Management and Strategy Institute Website www.msicertified.com Field of study Project Management Final grade 93.33% Mother tongue(s): ENGLISH

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UNDERSTANDING SPEAKING WRITING

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FRENCH A1 A1 A1 A1 A1

Levels: A1 and A2: Basic user; B1 and B2: Independent user; C1 and C2: Proficient user 05/07/2023 – 06/07/2023 – Accra

First Country Workshop in Ghana- Global Shield against Climate Risks & Global Risk Modelling Alliance The workshop seeks to engage relevant stakeholders on the role climate change plays in the world economy and how to find proper solutions and address challenges presented by Global Climate Risks 09/05/2023 – 12/09/2023 – Lilongwe

Green Finance Conference and Trainings The Green Finance Conference is a response to the challenges of climate change within the framework of NDCs. The event aims to analyze opportunities and propose solutions necessary to meet the financing needs of Green SMEs to enable them acquire skills and technologies that can mitigate the effects of climate change. This 8th Edition conference was attended by over 70 participants who were a representation from the Ministry of Finance and Economic Affairs, Ministry of Energy, Reserve Bank of Malawi, Bankers Association of Malawi, Chief Executives, Board Directors, Senior Executives and Heads of Departments of Commercial Banks, specialized financial institutions such as SME Banks and Microfinance Institutions. It also had Green SME project owners, Green Energy Experts and Business Development Service Providers. Members of the 4th Estate were also present.

It was thereafter followed by a 3-day offsite training on Credit Risk and Product Development in Green Finance, for Senior Managers of Financial Institutions. The overall goal of the program was to:

• Highlight the challenges of climate change within the framework of Nationally Determined Contributions

(NDCs);

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DRIVING LICENCE

CONFERENCES AND SEMINARS

• Showcase the many advantages that Green SMEs can contribute to the economy of Malawi;

• Strengthen the understanding of the Green Guarantee Facility and its Technical Assistance component;

• Analyze opportunities and propose solutions necessary to meet the financing needs of Green SMEs to enable them acquire skills and technologies that can mitigate the effects of climate change; and,

• Increase the ability of the financial institutions to address the financial needs of the Green SMEs 28/02/2023 – 02/03/2023 – Accra

AFAWA Finance Series-Ghana The goal of the AFAWA Finance Series in Ghana was to narrow the financing gap between genders, with a specific focus on women-owned small and medium enterprises (SMES). To achieve this objective, the African Development Bank (AfDB), in partnership with the African Guarantee Fund (AGF) and the Ghana Association of Banks (GAB), worked to enhance access to finance for women entrepreneurs in Ghana.

Over a three-day period, AGF, AfDB, and GAB organized a business event with the purpose of introducing AFAWA and its guarantee mechanism to a select group of financial institutions, key regulators, stakeholders, and women-led SMEs in Ghana. The event delved into ways to mitigate the risks that women- owned SMEs encounter when seeking financial and non-financial support, while also addressing the challenges of accessing credit and highlighting opportunities to create a gender-sensitive economy in Ghana.

Communication Skills

• Verbal Communication

• Nonverbal Communication

• Listening Skills

• Written Communication

• Empathy

• Adaptability

• Conflict Resolution

• Presentation Skills

• Feedback and Constructive Criticism

COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

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