Ofechukwu Abass
Summary
I come from a background of coordinating events, managing volunteers/people, and delivering projects that bring people together. Alongside this, I am learning to sew and deepening my understanding of the fashion industry a personal journey that fuels my ambition to contribute to Copenhagen Fashion Week. What I bring is the ability to keep projects moving smoothly while never losing sight of the people at the heart of them. With my commitment to sustainability, I’m eager to support the Production & Culture team in shaping an event that inspires globally.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Coordinator
Vores Asylborn
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Recruited and trained new volunteers on volunteer program goals and objectives.
- Monitored project progress and adjusted plans as necessary to meet community needs.
- Worked with program teams to identify and match volunteers with appropriate activities.
- Built a volunteer support system with check-ins and open conversations
Community Engagement Officer
Milton Keynes Council
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Established performance metrics to track the success of community engagement efforts over time.
- Provided regular progress reports to senior management detailing successes and areas for improvement within current initiatives.
- Coordinated community outreach events to support health initiatives ensuring smooth planning, execution. Post-event follow-up activities took place successfully. This enhanced community involvement.
- Developed strong partnerships with local organizations, fostering a collaborative approach to community engagement.
- Partnered with community leaders to strengthen inclusivity and reach.
- Increased awareness through strategic campaigns and events.
Business Analyst
Stanbic IBTC Bank
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Implemented best-practice methodologies that improved overall project delivery timelines while maintaining quality standards.
- Interacted with internal customers to understand business needs and translate into requirements and project scope.
- Supported software development projects by defining clear requirements and effectively communicating them to technical teams.
- Optimized workflow processes to enhance overall productivity and achieve operational excellence.
- Streamlined project management with effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels by identifying areas of improvement and proposing actionable solutions.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams using Agile methods for delivery.
- Managed UAT coordination, resolving defects and ensuring smooth rollouts.
Education
Master of Arts - International Development
University of East Anglia
Norwich, United Kingdom07-2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Systems
University of East Anglia
Norwich,United Kingdom07-2016
Skills
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Community engagement/ Outreach
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multitasking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Event Coordination & Volunteer Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Project Management
- Tools: Excel, PowerPoint, NVivo, JIRA, Basecamp
- Sustainability & Ethical Practices
Certification
- Certification in Sustainability, ESG Legislation and Reporting | Henley Business School, 2024
- Scrum Master | SCRUMstudy, 2023
- Python for Data Science | Career Insights, 2024
- PRINCE2 Foundation (Project Management), 2017
- ITIL Foundation in IT Service Management, 2016
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
Danish
Beginner (A1)
Volunteering, Crocheting, Reading, Sewing
I have a strong background in volunteering, which has helped me develop teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills. My hobbies, including crocheting, reading, and sewing, reflect my creativity, attention to detail, and patience, qualities I bring to any professional environment. I enjoy projects that require focus and precision, and I'm always eager to learn and contribute.
Timeline
Volunteer Coordinator
Vores Asylborn
11.2023 - 02.2024
Community Engagement Officer
Milton Keynes Council
01.2022 - 03.2022
Business Analyst
Stanbic IBTC Bank
04.2018 - 08.2020
Master of Arts - International Development
University of East Anglia
Bachelor of Science - Business Information Systems
University of East Anglia
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