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JAMES AKINMOSIN

London

Summary

A dedicated and detail-oriented Business Analyst with over 5 years of experience in analysing business processes, gathering requirements, and implementing effective solutions in various industries, including Higher Education. Adept at translating business needs into technical specifications, optimizing workflows, and facilitating communication between technical teams and business stakeholders. Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget while ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Known for strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to achieving business objectives.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Analyst and Database Administrator

Vidicon, Nigeria Limited
05.2018 - 12.2022
  • I collaborate with various departments to identify business needs and translate them into actionable technical requirements
  • I work closely with the Continuous Improvement Manager to develop and refine business processes, ensuring they align with organizational objectives
  • My responsibilities include conducting demand analysis, managing stakeholder relationships, and supporting the development of training and implementation materials
  • I also play a key role in integration and user acceptance testing, contributing to the successful delivery of projects
  • Supporting over 30 RAC data-guard, ASM Oracle data warehouse, playing a lead role in enterprise-wide database optimization and instance resource monitoring
  • Performing root cause analysis on failures
  • Identified, led, and established automation of repetitive processes to minimize errors
  • Eliminating space errors by implementing proactive space monitoring and effective space allocation
  • Improving performance in daily transforms by identifying and reorganizing indexes on major tables
  • Successfully led the analysis and redesign of a core business process, resulting in a 20% improvement in efficiency
  • Managed the implementation of a new ERP system, ensuring seamless integration with existing platforms
  • Developed comprehensive operations materials and conducted workshops for staff, enhancing their understanding and usage of the new systems

Business Analyst and Database Administrator

Tech Mahindra, Nigeria Limited
06.2016 - 05.2018
  • I was responsible for supporting senior analysts in gathering and analysing business requirements
  • I worked on various projects to improve operational processes, including the implementation of new IT systems
  • My role involved liaising with stakeholders to understand their needs, documenting processes, and assisting in the development of technical specifications
  • Deployed 30 RAC data-guard, ASM Oracle data warehouse, playing a lead role in enterprise-wide database optimization and instance resource monitoring
  • Performing root cause analysis on failures
  • Resolve performance tuning-related issues, reports, and queries
  • Fine-tuning databases wait events
  • Provide on-call support for enterprise databases
  • Managing weekly and monthly optimization schedules
  • Working with enterprise user groups to address and resolve performance-related issues
  • Planned and implemented backup and recovery of the Oracle database
  • Migration, upgrade, and patching of Oracle Databases
  • Implements and enforces security for all the Databases.

Service-desk Manager

Qualtech Business Solutions, Nigeria Limited
04.2014 - 06.2016
  • Spearheaded efforts across installation, configuration, and administration of systems
  • Provided data security solutions, and network connectivity
  • Provided proper installation, integration, and initial operation of the desktop environment to support the business unit’s needs
  • Successfully installed various desktop applications and troubleshoot various operating systems and printer problems
  • Proficient in configuration, installation, and troubleshooting of networking, hardware components, and peripherals.

Oracle Database Expert & Opera PMS Specialist

Qualtech Business Solutions, Nigeria Limited
08.2012 - 04.2014
  • Deftly managed installation and configuration of Oracle Database 9i/10g/11g on UNIX/ Windows, various applications, configuration of Oracle Applications, and necessary Oracle upgrades
  • Database Administration in Oracle Server 9i/10g/11g, taking backup, creating roles, giving rights to users, upgradation, and migration.

Junior Lecturer

Flying Dove Institute of Information Technology
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • As a Lecturer in Digital Technologies, I was responsible for planning and delivering lectures on a range of topics within the computing and IT domain, including programming, web development, and cloud computing
  • I manage and lead multiple modules, ensuring that all learning outcomes are met and that students are well-prepared for their professional careers
  • My role involves developing and updating course materials, supervising student projects, and providing feedback to support their academic growth.

Education

Master of Science (Big-Data Technologies) -

Glasgow Caledonian University
London, England

Master of Science (Electronics & Communication Technology) -

Nasarawa State University
Keffi, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science (Electronics & Computer Technology) -

University of Calabar
Calabar, Nigeria
01.2008

Diploma in Computer Science -

University of Calabar
Calabar, Nigeria
01.2004

Skills

  • Proficiency with Windows, Linux and Solaris operating systems (OS)
  • Proficiency with Oracle, MYSQL, and MSSQL Database Servers
  • Proficiency with computer hardware troubleshooting
  • Proficiency with Java, Python, R
  • Good communication, sound initiatives, people skills and positive attitude
  • English
  • Yoruba
  • Business Analysis: Expertise in gathering and documenting business requirements, process modelling, and developing functional specifications
  • Stakeholder Management: Strong ability to build relationships with stakeholders across all levels, ensuring clear communication and understanding of project goals
  • Higher Education Experience: In-depth understanding of the Higher Education environment, including academic and administrative processes
  • Project Management: Experienced in planning, executing, and closing projects, including sprint planning and user acceptance testing (UAT)
  • Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio Familiarity with IT project environments and software development life cycles (SDLC)
  • Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to non-technical audiences
  • Problem-solving: Strong analytical skills with a keen attention to detail, capable of identifying issues and providing innovative solutions
  • Documentation: Proven ability to produce clear, concise, and comprehensive documentation for business processes, system requirements, and project deliverables

Affiliations

Student Member Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered) NIM

Publications

Automated Students Result Management System Using Oracle’s Database, Forms and Reports, Journal of Information Engineering and Applications, 2224-5782, 2225-0506, Vol.4, No.11, 2014

References

References will be provided on request.

Timeline

Business Analyst and Database Administrator

Vidicon, Nigeria Limited
05.2018 - 12.2022

Business Analyst and Database Administrator

Tech Mahindra, Nigeria Limited
06.2016 - 05.2018

Service-desk Manager

Qualtech Business Solutions, Nigeria Limited
04.2014 - 06.2016

Oracle Database Expert & Opera PMS Specialist

Qualtech Business Solutions, Nigeria Limited
08.2012 - 04.2014

Junior Lecturer

Flying Dove Institute of Information Technology
01.2011 - 01.2012

Master of Science (Big-Data Technologies) -

Glasgow Caledonian University

Master of Science (Electronics & Communication Technology) -

Nasarawa State University

Bachelor of Science (Electronics & Computer Technology) -

University of Calabar

Diploma in Computer Science -

University of Calabar

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