Emmanuel Egabor
Manchester,Lancashire
Summary
Experienced Principal Planning Officer with over 10 years’ expertise in higher-education administration, academic planning, and data-driven decision-making at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. I have substantial experience overseeing academic recruitment, promotions, workload planning, and leave management processes, alongside line-managing staff and supporting institution-wide strategic initiatives. Equipped with strong analytical skills and advanced training in Economics and Data Science, I specialize in interpreting complex datasets, developing evidence-based recommendations, and producing high-quality reports to guide senior leadership decisions. I bring excellent attention to detail, operational leadership capability, and a commitment to continuous improvement through technology and innovation. I am seeking a senior academic planning, school administration, or strategy role within a research-intensive institution where I can contribute to effective governance, resource optimisation, and the delivery of the educational mission.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work history
Principal Planning Officer
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto
Sokoto, Nigeria
03.2014 - Current
- Led academic planning processes including programme development, curriculum review, workload allocation, and resource forecasting.
- Line-managed planning and administrative staff, overseeing performance, coaching, task allocation, and operational delivery.
- Managed academic recruitment cycles, promotions, and annual review processes in collaboration with Faculty and University committees.
- Analyzed and interpreted complex institutional and regulatory data to support strategic planning and executive decision-making.
- Produced high-quality planning reports, policy briefs, data analyses, dashboards, and recommendations for senior management and Senate.
- Supported budget planning, staffing projections, and optimization of academic resources in line with strategic priorities.
- Represented the Academic Planning Unit in University committees, institutional working groups, and accreditation-related forums.
- Led ad hoc projects, academic audits, process reviews, and quality enhancement initiatives.
- Introduced data-driven and technology-enabled improvements to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and service delivery.
- Ensured compliance with internal governance frameworks and external requirements such as NUC guidelines and accreditation standards.
Education
Master of Science - Data Science
University of Salford
Salford /2024 - /2025
Master of Science - Economics
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto
Sokoto /2018 - /2020
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Statistics
University of Benin
Benin City /2006 - /2010
Skills
- Strategic Planning and policy development
- Data analysis & interpretation
- Staff & team management
- Academic recruitment & promotions
- Academic planning and governance
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Report Writing, documentation and proper record keeping skills
- Regulatory compliance and accreditation support
- Communication and stakeholder engagement
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Principal Planning Officer
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto
03.2014 - Current
Master of Science - Data Science
University of Salford
/2024 - /2025
Master of Science - Economics
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto
/2018 - /2020
Bachelor of Science - Economics and Statistics
University of Benin
/2006 - /2010