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Favour Diri

london,greater london

Summary

Forward-thinking policy team member and project manager dedicated to meeting changing needs with proactive policy and practical changes. Experienced in researching changes, compiling reports and presenting findings. Adept at solving problems, managing conflict and organizing change with an accurate and efficient approach. Familiar with data gathering and analysis, modeling and trend forecasting. Knowledgeable project manager with experience in policy development and administration, marketing and communications. Focused on keeping practices current and smoothly implementing changes for maximum efficiency and optimum operations. Excels in organisation, communication and problem-solving. Skilled business leader well-versed in policy investigations, roadmap development and implementation. Forward-thinking and strategic leader with exceptional marketing understanding and program management skills. History of approaching policy challenges with a disciplined and quality-driven mindset.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Project Assistant/Policy advisor

Glora Diri Foundation
Yenagoa, Bayelsa
01.2020 - Current
  • Collated and reviewed statutory certification and evidence of other mandatory maintenance tasks, filing and uploading into company systems.
  • Managed own workload efficiently and kept to strict deadlines.
  • Reviewed, recorded and monitored Quality Review process.
  • Reported identified problems and issues before impact on organisation
  • Identified and implemented innovation proactively to enhance performance and meet client expectations.
  • recommended and implemented remote working, managed Jira and dashboards, estimations and priorities to optimise project workflow.

Manager of Business Development and Sales

Nix Eatery
lagos, Nigeria
09.2021 - 07.2022
  • Built and maintained customer relationships by scheduling [Frequency] sales calls and site visits.
  • Used various prospecting techniques to identify sales opportunities in Ikota shopping complex, resulting in 15% territory sales growth.
  • Facilitated transparent decision-making by developing business cases for new territories and opportunities.
  • Developed new business opportunities that resulted in 7% company revenue growth.
  • Maintained profitability by supporting budgetary planning process and providing investment recommendations.
  • Reviewed customer feedback to accurately identify areas of improvement.

Retail Cashier

cynflac pharmacy
Yenagoa, Nigeria
07.2019 - 11.2019
  • Displayed and restocked merchandise by following brand guidelines.
  • Delivered outstanding customer care with proactive sales and listening skills.
  • Completed opening and closing procedures each day.
  • Handled cash and card payments with precision, maintaining customer confidentiality and discretion throughout.
  • Answered questions about store policies and concerns politely and professionally, supporting positive customer experiences.
  • Trained and mentored new cashiers and clerks in correct processes.

Education

PRINCE2 Certificate - Project management

University of Westminster, London
05.2023 - 05.2023

Master of Science - public health

University of East London, London
01.2020 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - biology

St. Georges University , Grenada
08.2015 - 05.2019

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • stakeholder management
  • effective communication and coordination
  • Critical analysis
  • proficient in Microsoft office tools
  • Diary management
  • Cost-benefit analysis

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

University of Westminster - PRINCE2 Certificate, Project management
05.2023 - 05.2023
Manager of Business Development and Sales - Nix Eatery
09.2021 - 07.2022
Project Assistant/Policy advisor - Glora Diri Foundation
01.2020 - Current
University of East London - Master of Science, public health
01.2020 - 05.2022
Retail Cashier - cynflac pharmacy
07.2019 - 11.2019
St. Georges University - Bachelor of Science, biology
08.2015 - 05.2019
Favour Diri