Austine Ukwubile Jonah

Austine Ukwubile Jonah

Project and Operations Manager
Lagos, NG.

About

Results-driven Operations and Project Manager with a proven track record of optimizing processes, leading high-performing cross-functional teams, and driving transformative efficiency improvements within the tech and fintech sectors. Leverages strategic planning, agile execution, and data-driven decision-making to consistently deliver cost reductions, enhance productivity, and achieve sustainable growth, empowering organizations to streamline complex operations and realize lasting business impact.

Work

D-tech Centrix LLC
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Business Operations Manager

Chicago, Illinois, US

Summary

Oversees strategic operations and drives the development of innovative career coaching solutions, enhancing efficiency and elevating customer experience for a US-based firm.

Highlights

Led strategic operations and product development, including the flagship Career Compass, to deliver innovative career coaching solutions.

Implemented key process improvements and fostered cross-functional collaboration, significantly boosting team productivity and operational efficiency.

Utilized data-driven insights to optimize project outcomes, reducing turnaround times by 15% and elevating customer satisfaction scores by 10%.

Coordinated seamlessly with product, technology, and business development teams, ensuring timely project delivery and strategic alignment with company objectives.

Managed operational budgets up to $500K and continuously monitored key performance indicators (KPIs), contributing to enhanced profitability and sustained business growth.

Yip Online Limited
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Biz Operations Lead

Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Spearheaded strategic initiatives to streamline operations and scale technology solutions, optimizing resource allocation and accelerating business growth for African businesses.

Highlights

Led strategic initiatives to streamline operations and successfully scale technology solutions, enhancing support for over 500 African businesses.

Developed and executed data-driven strategies that optimized resource allocation by 20% and accelerated business growth by 25% within a 10-month period.

Coordinated cross-functional teams, enhancing project efficiency by 15% and ensuring robust alignment with critical stakeholder objectives.

Forged strategic partnerships that expanded market reach by 30% and significantly improved customer experience through innovative tech solutions.

Madesoft Logic Technologies Ltd.
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Projects/Operations Manager

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Managed projects and operations, driving revenue growth, process improvements, and human capital development, positioning the company as a market leader.

Highlights

Directed external and internal software projects, generating over $1M in annual revenue.

Achieved a 93% on-time project delivery rate by optimizing budget and resource allocation across diverse teams.

Oversaw comprehensive office management, encompassing operational budgets, human capital development, and cost reduction strategies, contributing to market leadership.

Facilitated transparent communication of project progress and challenges to executive management, ensuring 100% on-time and on-budget project delivery.

Collaborated cross-functionally with development, design, and marketing teams, aligning all project goals with overarching strategic business objectives.

Managed and motivated project teams, aligning efforts to consistently achieve corporate goals and objectives.

Boundless Nexus Ltd.
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Project Manager

Remote, Global, US

Summary

Led the development and maintenance of the BoundlessPay app, delivering a seamless cryptocurrency/fiat payments solution and driving significant user adoption.

Highlights

Led a development team in the successful build and continuous maintenance of the BoundlessPay app, delivering a seamless cryptocurrency/fiat payments solution.

Oversaw the processing of over 5,000 transactions and achieved significant user adoption, increasing active users by 30% within the first year.

Monitored app performance proactively, identifying and resolving critical issues to maintain optimal functionality and user experience.

Collaborated with developers and key stakeholders to identify and implement essential updates, improving app performance by 15% and enhancing user satisfaction.

Partnered with marketing and product teams to effectively communicate the app's unique features and benefits, driving increased user engagement and acquisition.

Agropark Development Company Ltd.
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Operations Officer

Nationwide, Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Managed daily operations, ensured adherence to quality standards, streamlined processes, and evaluated team performance to achieve business objectives across multiple projects.

Highlights

Managed daily operational workflows, ensuring stringent adherence to quality standards across all projects and initiatives.

Streamlined onboarding processes, reducing cycle time by 20% and establishing consistent performance reporting mechanisms, improving data accuracy and accessibility.

Monitored Quality Assurance (QA) deliverables, ensuring 100% team adherence to quality standards and successful project delivery.

Fostered close collaboration and communication within the team, ensuring all members were informed and aligned, contributing to a 15% increase in project efficiency.

Conducted regular performance evaluations for team members, ensuring alignment with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and overall business objectives.

Education

Udemy
Remote, Global, United States of America

Course (Tech MBA)

IT Project Management

Alison Online program
Remote, Global, United States of America

Diploma

Operations Management

Piston and Fusion Training Institute
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Certificate

Project Management

Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria

B.Agric

Animal Sciences

Languages

English

Skills

Project & Operations Management

Strategic Planning, Agile Execution, Risk Management, Process Optimization, KPI Tracking, Budget Management, Resource Allocation, Continuous Improvement.

Digital Transformation

Agile/Scrum Methodology, Data Analytics, Digital Strategy, IT Infrastructure, Product Development, Fintech Solutions.

Team Leadership

Cross-functional Team Coordination, Mentoring, Stakeholder Engagement, Performance Evaluation, Team Alignment.

Technical Proficiency

MS Project, JIRA, CLICKUP, ASANA, Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), App Performance Monitoring.

Financial Management

Budgeting, Cost Reduction Strategies, Resource Allocation, Profitability Analysis.

Communication

Slack, Zoho Suites, Google Spaces, Negotiation, Reporting, Presentation, Vendor Management, Partner Management, Cross-functional Communication.

Business Development

Market Reach Expansion, Strategic Partnerships, Customer Experience Enhancement.

Austine Ukwubile Jonah