Abiola Ayodele
Helsinki
Summary
Seasoned IT Project Manager and Scrum Master with a proven track record of successfully leading large-scale projects and driving Agile transformations within the technology sector. Skilled at bridging the gap between technology and business to deliver comprehensive solutions that align with strategic objectives. Proficient in Scrum, Kanban, and SAFe Agile frameworks, with a strong focus on operational excellence and fostering innovation. Committed to driving continuous improvement and achieving outstanding results in cross-functional teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Scrum Master/Programs Manager
INTERSWITCH PLC
06.2021 - 06.2024
- Facilitated Scrum framework – sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives.
- Coached cross-functional teams on Agile principles, leading to an increase in successful project deliveries.
- Achieved higher quality deliverables with rigorous approach to backlog refinement and acceptance criteria definition.
- Maintained up-to-date project documentation, enabling clear communication and transparency among stakeholders.
- Reduced bottlenecks in development process by actively removing impediments and facilitating solutions.
- Navigated through complex project challenges, leveraging Agile principles to adapt plans and meet evolving business needs.
- Coordinated cross-team dependencies effectively, ensuring smooth progress throughout the project lifecycle.
- Design and lead targeted workshops to identify process inefficiencies and implement strategic improvements, resulting in a significant reduction in cycle times and increased team productivity
- Collaborate with product owners and other stakeholders to refine backlogs, prioritize tasks effectively, and remove impediments, ensuring smooth project progression.
- Mentored junior team members on Agile best practices, fostering collaboration and growth within the team.
PROJECT MANAGER/DELIVERY LEAD
CSCS PLC
12.2021 - Current
- Managed the scope, budget, and schedules of multiple Process
- Led cross-functional teams to successful project completions, improving team cohesion and productivity with effective leadership strategies.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Developed comprehensive project documentation and coordinated between technical teams and business units to ensure clear communication and project alignment with business goals.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
PROJECT MANAGER
CORONATION INSURANCE PLC
10.2018 - 11.2021
- Directed the implementation of the Bancassurance business model, integrating systems across two organizations, which improved transaction processing time by 30%
- Led the digital transformation initiative, advancing the company to a more sophisticated digital operating model and expanding its digital and mobile service offerings
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
Education
MBA - Digital Business & Management
Novia UAS
Vaasa, Finland06-2024
Master of Science - Computer Science
Babcock University
Ilishan-Remo, Nigeria06-2019
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Babcock University
Ilishan-Remo, Nigeria06-2013
Skills
- Risk Management and Change
- Scrum processes
- Framework (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe)
- Jira, Confluence, Azure Devops
- Backlog management
- Project development
- Communication
- Customer interaction
- Web development technologies
Accomplishments
- Successfully managed and delivered a full-scale infrastructure and core application migration program.
- Successfully managed the trasnformation of Nigeria Savings Bond process, making it easier and faster for people to invest in government bonds by simplifying how bonds are issued, subscribed to, and managed.
- Designed and launched the Digital Promotional System Project, resulting in a 15% increase in market share for the company.
- Collaborated with a team of 30 people in developing trade solutions for banks.
Certification
- PSM1 - Professional Scrum Master
- SAFe Scrum Master
- Lean Six Sigma- Yellow Belt
- PMP- In View
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Finnish
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
PROJECT MANAGER/DELIVERY LEAD
CSCS PLC
12.2021 - Current
Scrum Master/Programs Manager
INTERSWITCH PLC
06.2021 - 06.2024
PROJECT MANAGER
CORONATION INSURANCE PLC
10.2018 - 11.2021
- PSM1 - Professional Scrum Master
- SAFe Scrum Master
- Lean Six Sigma- Yellow Belt
- PMP- In View
MBA - Digital Business & Management
Novia UAS
Master of Science - Computer Science
Babcock University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Babcock University
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