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Dorothy Njideka Chuka-Odom

Houston,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented and results-driven Project Coordinator with a proven
track record of managing large-scale projects from initiation through
completion. Skilled in coordinating cross-functional teams, budget
management, and implementing efficient project management
methodologies to achieve project goals on time and within budget. Eager
to leverage expertise in project coordination and stakeholder engagement
to contribute to a dynamic team’s success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Coordinator

Houston Luxury Homes
05.2021 - Current
  • Coordinated all phases of project from initiation to closing.
  • Assisted in management of project budgets and closely monitoring expenses to avoid overruns.
  • Served as liaison between project team and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues
  • Contributed to improvement of project management processes, resulting in 10% increase in project delivery efficiency.
  • Organized and led weekly project status meetings, providing clear and concise updates to project stakeholders.
  • Decreased project completion times by efficiently prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to team members.
  • Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scopes, timelines, deliverables, and milestones.

Project Coordinator

Berigold Global Cargo LLC
02.2019 - 04.2021
  • Identified challenges and risks to implement tactical solutions
  • Developed professional relationships with customers, contractors and vendors to establish rapport
  • Developed presentations for management, covering progress, issues, modifications and achievements
  • Acquired additional training through workshops, webinars and conferences to enhance project management.
  • Supported project managers detailed planning and execution of project plans, contributing to successful completion of 20+ projects.
  • Coordinated logistics for project meetings, workshops, and team communications, enhancing project team productivity and engagement
  • Used Smart Sheet on role report, compile information on multiple sheets, track projects, collaboration of teams, create new work, and capture, plan and merge work with teams.

Assistant Project Coordinator

National Broadcasting Commission
03.2010 - 08.2018
  • Coordinated projects from initiation through to completion, consistently meeting or exceeding key performance indicators, including deadlines and budget constraints
  • Facilitated cross-departmental communication, enhancing project team efficiency and collaboration
  • Monitored project schedules and timelines, identifying potential issues and proactively implementing solutions, reducing delays significantly
  • Managed project documentation, ensuring all necessary materials were accurate and accessible, improving project audit performance
  • Created and sustained good working relationships with internal and external partners
  • Worked closely with upper management in planning projects and preparing related documents
  • Used Jira to track project and all activities including issues and their updates, coordinate development of project, Assign teammates and view team comments, and for visibility on ongoing project.

Education

Masters of Business Administration(M.B.A) -

University of Calabar
Calabar, Nigeria

Bachelor of Arts(B.A) -

Abia State University
Abia, Nigeria

Graduate Diploma in Management -

University of Calabar
Calabar, Nigeria

Logistics and Supply Chain Certification -

Correlation one

Basic Computer Course Certification -

Mexican Institute of Greater Houston
Houston, TX

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Data Entry and Management
  • Data Visualization
  • Advanced Formulas
  • Pivot Table
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Sharepoint) and Project Management Software (SQL, Python, Slack, Jira, Confluence, DevOps)
  • Strong Organizational and Multitasking Skills
  • Problem Solving and Critical Thinking
  • Data Migration with CLM
  • Effective Team Collaboration and Leadership

Certification

  • Certified in Logistics and Supply Chain, 05/01/23
  • Agile Certified Practitioner, 07/01/22
  • Certified Risk Management (PMP-RMP), 02/01/22
  • Project Management Institute (PMI), 12/01/21

Professional Development

  • Attended the virtual "Project and Program Management Symposium", 08/01/23
  • Attended the virtual "Project Management Symposium", 04/01/23

Timeline

Project Coordinator

Houston Luxury Homes
05.2021 - Current

Project Coordinator

Berigold Global Cargo LLC
02.2019 - 04.2021

Assistant Project Coordinator

National Broadcasting Commission
03.2010 - 08.2018

Masters of Business Administration(M.B.A) -

University of Calabar

Bachelor of Arts(B.A) -

Abia State University

Graduate Diploma in Management -

University of Calabar

Logistics and Supply Chain Certification -

Correlation one

Basic Computer Course Certification -

Mexican Institute of Greater Houston

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