WURAOLA MARIAM RAHAMAN

Strategic Operations & Project Management Leader
Ibadan, NG.

About

Highly resourceful and adaptable leader with over four years of experience driving operational excellence, financial oversight, and strategic growth across diverse organizations. Proven ability to optimize processes, develop impactful partnerships, and lead high-performing teams to achieve measurable results. Adept at leveraging entrepreneurial acumen and strong business acumen to streamline operations, enhance customer relationships, and deliver significant cost reductions. Seeking to apply a robust background in operational leadership and project management to drive organizational success.

Work

Junior Chamber International - Ibadan, University of Ibadan
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Director of Convention

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Summary

Led strategic planning and execution for Junior Chamber International's conventions, driving operational efficiency, fostering key partnerships, and managing large-scale volunteer teams to achieve organizational objectives.

Highlights

Collaborated with executive leadership, leveraging daily performance reports to inform strategic decision-making and implement corrective actions, enhancing operational efficiency.

Defined and implemented clear performance goals for multiple departments, providing targeted feedback and strategies that enabled teams to achieve critical milestones and improve outcomes.

Forged impactful and strategic partnerships with external organizations, expanding organizational reach and fostering mutual development initiatives.

Optimized operational processes and supervised over 800 volunteers and members, overseeing administration, budgeting, sales, and scheduling protocols to enhance event delivery and resource allocation.

Recruited, trained, and managed a diverse team of volunteers, ensuring effective deployment and high-quality support for all convention activities.

Cocktail Chops by Wura
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Founder

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Summary

Spearheaded the launch and growth of an entrepreneurial venture, overseeing all aspects from fundraising and strategic planning to market expansion and operational optimization, achieving significant profit growth.

Highlights

Successfully secured initial capital through strategic fundraising initiatives, establishing and scaling business operations.

Achieved industry-leading profit growth by transforming strategic plans and dynamically aligning business targets with evolving market conditions.

Innovated and implemented hygienic, COVID-19 compliant product delivery protocols during the pandemic, ensuring customer safety and business continuity.

Negotiated and secured business acquisitions, expanding the customer base, solidifying market presence, and diversifying product offerings.

Spearheaded the implementation of a matrix organizational structure, clarifying roles and responsibilities to enhance operational processes, maintain quality standards, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Nigerian University Nursing Students' Association - Ibadan, University of Ibadan
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Social Director

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Summary

Directed social events and activities for a university nursing student association, overseeing planning, budget management, and stakeholder engagement to enhance member experience and organizational outreach.

Highlights

Secured high-profile keynote speakers, resource persons, and panelists for association-week events, negotiating contracts that reduced costs by an average of 30% per event.

Planned and efficiently organized a diverse portfolio of social events, meticulously managing activity details, timelines, and budgets to ensure seamless execution and fiscal responsibility.

Managed all contractual obligations, encompassing communications, vendor coordination, schedule creation, and event day execution, consistently delivering within agreed timeframes.

Assessed event success through post-event client feedback, identifying key areas for improvement and implementing strategies for future enhancements, significantly enhancing event ambiance and attendee satisfaction.

Junior Chamber International - Ibadan, University of Ibadan
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Chairperson Blood Donation Drive

Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

Summary

Chaired a critical blood donation drive, overseeing donor screening, sample collection, and strict adherence to medical and regulatory protocols to ensure patient safety and data integrity.

Highlights

Determined donor eligibility through comprehensive screenings, interviews, and medical history assessments, ensuring compliance with health guidelines and maintaining critical data integrity.

Collected blood samples proficiently using various venipuncture techniques while rigorously adhering to infection control, sharps disposal, and bio-hazardous waste disposal procedures, minimizing health risks.

Communicated effectively with patients to gather necessary information for lab records, actively reducing fear and anxiety to optimize cooperation during procedures.

Validated blood and specimen collection orders, proactively identifying and alerting medical staff to discrepancies between orders and nursing station logs, preventing errors and upholding company and FDA standards.

Education

The University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

BNSC

Nursing

Grade: Second class honours: Lower division

Mercyland International College
Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria

WASSCE

Science

Skills

Data Analysis & Reporting

Performance Reporting, Google Analytics, Data Analysis, Metrics Tracking.

Operations & Project Management

Operations Management, Project Management, Process Optimization, Strategic Planning, Goal Setting, Scheduling Protocols.

Business Development & Strategy

Revenue Development, Business Administration, Brand Management, Market Research, Industry Partnership Development, Business Acquisitions, Consulting, Strategic Partnerships.

Leadership & Team Management

Leadership, Team Management, Talent Acquisition, Employee Development, Volunteer Management, Cross-functional Leadership.

Financial & Contract Management

Contract Management, Budget Administration, Financial Oversight, Cost Reduction, Fundraising, Negotiation.

Event Management

Event Planning, Vendor Coordination, Logistics Management, Client Feedback Analysis.

Healthcare Operations

Infection Control, Specimen Collection, Medical History Assessment, FDA Standards, Biohazardous Waste Management, Patient Safety.