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Freetown, Western Area, Sierra Leone

Ghana

An information systems and technology (IS&T) research and consulting firm located in Accra – Ghana. Our core services are designed to help clients make better business decisions and achieve superior performance through appropriate technology tools and strategies.Services include: Information systems research, software/web development, digital skills training, and technology consulting.• Led cross-functional teams in digital transformation projects for public and private sector clients.• Managed and executed multiple workstreams concurrently, prioritizing tasks effectively.• Collaborated with stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.• Conducted in-depth data analysis, generating valuable insights for decision-makers.• Designed and implemented innovative technology solutions to optimize processes.• Communicated project progress and results to clients and senior leadership.• Navigated complex and dynamic environments to ensure project success.• Produced high-quality reports and insights for government clients.• Assisted in the design and implementation of technology solutions.

Ghana

Asinyo is a Ghanaian-owned agriculture e-commerce start-up that supports small-scale farmers in reducing post-harvest losses and increasing their profits.• Spearheaded the design and management of a comprehensive experimentation portfolio focused on diverse agricultural challenges.• Led cross-functional teams in applying innovation methodologies such as Design Thinking and Agile Methodology to drive process improvements and enhance customer experiences.• Led 3 teams of 3 developers, 1 QA, and 1 designer across different time zones towards 100% execution of the Asinyo Logistic platform.• Led the same team in developing AsinyoPAY, a micro-lending app for farmers to expand agricultural productivity.• Created initial Product Process Lifecycle & Roadmap for product improvements to align with the company's goals and objectives.• Facilitated co-design sessions, fostering collaborative creativity and generating novel solutions to complex challenges.• Played a pivotal role in training and capacity-building initiatives, equipping teams with skills in experimental design, lean iteration, and impact evaluation.• Conducted comprehensive data analysis to identify trends and patterns.

Niamey, Niger

• Successfully led university-wide initiatives to optimize technology usage, resulting in a 15% increase in efficiency and a 20% cost reduction.• Collaborated to design and launch the first A.I. program in Niger, recruited/trained faculty, and implemented curriculum leading to a 50% enrollment increase.• As the assistant to the Director, implemented educational technology (Coursera, Qwasar) that enhanced teaching, learning, and research.• Achieved a 95% satisfaction rate from 100+ students and a 100% capstone project pass rate while teaching undergraduate IT courses.• Used strong communication and research skills to manage projects and implement products across departments, ensuring timely completion.• Managed multiple projects, provided training and support, and designed and operated a resilient Intranet for a network of over 500 staff and students, utilizing Agile, Kaizen, Design Thinking, and Scrum Methodologies to enhance security, automate directory services and streamline addressing.• Collaborated with school leadership to align IT strategy with business goals, deliver online teaching, evaluate new technologies, and implement Salesforce.• Developed and implemented IT policies, processes, and standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with IT rules and mitigate risks.• Managed a team of three IT staff, including recruitment, training, and performance tracking, while ensuring the security and integrity of all IT systems and services.• Led infrastructure initiatives with cross-functional teams to ensure IT compliance, resulting in successful project delivery.• Utilized data visualization tools to communicate findings effectively.

Niamey, Niger

• Provided academic department support and taught ICT-related courses to a diverse student body of 100+ students per semester, achieving an average student satisfaction rate of 90%. • Supported the development of the concept note for the STEM centre.• Managed the school's products, including overseeing the procurement, installation, and maintenance of hardware and software systems for 200+ faculty and staff.• Collaborated with other faculty members to research and suggest improved technology systems for school use, resulting in the adoption of a new learning management system that increased student engagement and improved faculty workflow.• Oversaw the Tech Club as a key stakeholder, organizing regular events and activities that attracted a membership of over 50 students and contributed to the development of their technical skills.

Abidjan, Côte D'Ivoire

DRiVN is a start-up cross-platform app that connects vehicle owners and drivers to provide affordable and accessible car rental services for everyday people.• Created initial Product Process Lifecycle & Roadmap for product improvements to align with the company's goals and objectives.• Led the team that designed the high-fidelity UX/UI prototypes to gain alignment from senior leadership on product vision resulting in 100% stakeholder buy-in and resource sign-off.• Collaborated closely with colleagues and stakeholders to formulate hypotheses, design experiments, and validate prototypes.

Freetown, Sierra Leone

• Successfully planned and managed available and utilized bandwidth on the networks, resulting in a 20% increase in network performance and customer satisfaction.• Created and maintained comprehensive technical information documentation for the networks and circuits, ensuring efficient network operations and management.• As a team member of the Transmission department, I oversaw network planning and design and some other critical aspects of the IP network, including network protection schemes, network synchronization, bandwidth availability and utilization, Software Commissioning, and Cutover for devices. This work resulted in a significant 25% reduction in network downtime, increasing productivity and enhanced customer satisfaction.• Provided exceptional technical support for customer data communication/IP/Access network devices, including diagnosing and resolving technical problems and faults, conducting daily maintenance, and upgrading devices, resulting in a 15% increase in customer retention and loyalty.

Freetown, Sierra Leone

• Successfully implemented, maintained, supported, developed, and designed a communication network, resulting in a 20% improvement in network reliability and uptime.• Conducted regular network assessments, identifying and resolving issues promptly, resulting in a 15% reduction in network downtime.

Freetown, Sierra Leone

• Created and delivered comprehensive network reports, including analysis of network performance, bandwidth utilization, and security, resulting in a 15% improvement in network efficiency.• Successfully troubleshoot complex network issues, reducing downtime by 20% and enhancing user experience.

Freetown, Sierra Leone

• Skillfully managed and set up core fiber nodes, including Synchronous Interface Equipment (SIE 1678), Submarine Line Terminal Equipment (SLTE 1620LM), Add and Drop Multiplexer (ADM 1646), and Power Feeding Equipment (PFE), ensuring seamless network operations and leading to a 20% decrease in network downtime.• Conducted monthly assessments and maintenance checks on the Data Communication Network, ensuring its optimal performance.• Successfully executed monthly backups of the Synchronous Interface Equipment (SIE 1678), providing data recovery in case of system failure and reducing the risk of data loss.• Collaborated with the networking and implementation team in installing a broadband network in various government institutions and MDAs, providing connectivity to over 500 users and improving communication efficiency.

Master Of Science - Msc, Data Science

Certificate, Remote Sensing With Special Emphasis On Digital Image Processing

Bachelor Of Engineering (B.Eng.), Electrical And Electronics Engineering

Activities and Societies: Secretary-General Engineering Society, Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone.