SHITTU KAOTHAR IRETOMIWA

Project Manager | Event & IT Project Delivery
Lagos, NG.

About

Agile Project Manager with 1+ year of experience, specializing in IT and event-based project delivery. Proven ability to optimize workflows, reduce costs, and enhance execution, as demonstrated by a 30% reduction in planning inefficiencies. Adept at stakeholder communication, vendor negotiation, and leading high-performing teams to achieve seamless project delivery and boost client satisfaction. Committed to leveraging structured systems and Agile methodologies to drive successful outcomes.

Work

Blossom Fintech project
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IT Project Manager

Nigeria

Summary

Led the end-to-end project delivery of a savings and investment mobile app targeted at Gen Z users, from ideation through execution, using Agile methodology and tools like Asana and Google Docs.

Highlights

Created a full-phase RACI chart to define team roles and drive accountability.

Managed a cross-functional team using Agile workflows and tools like Asana and Google Docs.

Conducted competitor research and user-focused planning to define MVP scope and UX priorities.

KOFZ Events
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Event Project Manager

Lagos, Lagos State, Nigeria

Summary

Managed high-end wedding planning projects, overseeing logistics, vendor relations, and a 25-member team to deliver seamless events and enhance client satisfaction.

Highlights

Directed a 25-member cross-functional team, successfully managing a N40 million event project from conception to flawless execution.

Reduced planning inefficiencies by 30% through the development and implementation of structured workflows, significantly improving project coordination and execution timelines.

Negotiated key vendor contracts, optimizing resource allocation and reducing operational costs while ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Enhanced client satisfaction and increased client retention by ensuring consistent, seamless project delivery and proactive stakeholder communication.

Fostered strong team collaboration and streamlined operations, effectively reducing bottlenecks and improving overall project flow.

Certificates

Software Project Management
Agile AI Masterclass
Fundamentals of Project Management
Event Planning and Management

Skills

Project Management Methodologies

Agile, Scrum, Waterfall.

Project Management Tools

Trello, Asana, ClickUp.

Communication & Collaboration Tools

Slack, Microsoft Teams, Zoom.

Documentation & Design Tools

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Canva.

Core Project Management Skills

Project Scheduling, Risk Management, Stakeholder Communication, Process Improvement, Budget Optimization.

Soft Skills

Communication, Time Management, Team Leadership, Negotiation.