OBIEKWE Akachukwu Callistus

Results-driven Operations and Project Management Professional with over 8 years of experience leading cross-functional teams, optimizing business processes, and managing data systems. PRINCE2 trained, with a strong background in product roadmaps, database optimization, and strategic operational planning. Proven ability to translate organizational goals into efficient daily operations and scalable data solutions. Adaptable, analytical, and ready to contribute to dynamic organization.

• Agile
• Attention to detail
• Communication
• Customer service
• Data analysis
• Data entry
• English
• Google Workspace
• Inventory management
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Word
• Organization
• Problem solving
• Product management
• Project management
• Scrum
• Supply chain management
• Time management

1. Project Manager

   Rinasab Energy Limited

   Aug 2023 to Jan 2025

   Nigeria

   • Led cross-functional efforts to translate organizational strategies into actionable product roadmaps. • Executed end-to-end project lifecycles, ensuring on-time delivery and stakeholder alignment. • Analyzed real-world product usage and customer feedback metrics to continuously iterate and improve functionality. • Managed business case development and monitored key project financial metrics.

2. Regional Business Lead / Product Manager (Immigrations)

   Birdview Travels and Tours Limited

   Sep 2021 to Apr 2023

   Nigeria

   • Promoted to Regional Business Lead (Dec 2022) to oversee branch operations, team leadership, and performance across the region. • Streamlined operational processes in collaboration with Business Development leadership to optimize resource allocation. • Spearheaded customer growth strategies, successfully converting leads and expanding regional market footprint. • Directed multidisciplinary teams, establishing operational standards and fostering a goal-oriented culture.

3. Business Development Executive

   Nadds and Gray Limited

   Feb 2018 to Jul 2021

   Nigeria

   • Designed and deployed a 'lead-position' data model to track and analyze customer interactions across all funnel stages. • Conducted structured market research and client feedback analysis to inform strategic operational adjustments. • Managed key client relationships, maintaining strong retention and loyalty through data-driven service insights.

4. Operations Executive / PA to Head of Department (Mass Communication)

   Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University

   Jun 2016 to Jan 2018

   Nigeria

   • Data Management: Built and deployed a centralized student results database, resolving historical data loss issues and streamlining grade access. • Operations: Coordinated daily departmental operations, managed confidential records, and monitored facility/budget resources. • Project Delivery: Co-led departmental operations for the 2017 NUC Accreditation exercise, achieving full accreditation status. • Led a 12-member team for university-wide technology initiatives, including the upgrade of the departmental E-Library.

5. Administrative & Data Assistant

   Division of General Studies (COOU)

   Jan 2015 to Present

   Nigeria

   • Unified institutional student databases into a singular structure to streamline university-wide examination operations. • Monitored operational performance of non-teaching personnel and third-party service providers.

1. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University

   Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Mass Communication

   Nigeria

   2016

   Second Class Upper

2. Institute of Management and Technology

   Diploma, Mass Communication

   Nigeria

   2011

3. Sylvarite Systems Institute

   Diploma, Computer Engineering & Systems Administration

   Nigeria

   2006

• PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner Certification