GBEMISOLA BAKARE
Abuja,FCT
Summary
Detailed Professional with experience working with teams to implement new program measures. Adept at keeping operations successfully running and staff updated on new programs and details. Skilled in handling administrative, operational and outreach program functions. Accomplished professional well-versed in running station programming in high-stress environments. Expert in personnel leadership, resource management and key decision-making. Articulate, motivational and analytical in approaching problems impacting team performance or station results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Coordinator
Alliance For A Green Revolution In Africa -AGRA
Abuja, FCT
04.2019 - 12.2021
- Coordinated proposal and grant award process of $3.7M German Development Bank (KfW/BMZ funds) and $1.3M USAID funds
- Organized and Coordinated 2nd NAIP validation meeting for Federal, and Rural Development (FMARD) in 6 geopolitical zones of Nigeria.
- Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
Start up Consultant
Cultivating New Frontiers In Agriculture
Abuja, FCT
03.2019 - 04.2019
- Offered targeted business and planning advice to enhance leadership skills for 5 key positions
- Created detailed roadmaps of action items and project goals and generated reports to inform budgeting and planning and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision making.
- Initiated success of client's organization by improving performance, hiring practices and management systems.
Project Specialist/Consultant
Shebag Holdings Limited
Abuja, FCT
09.2018 - 02.2019
- Revamped documentation development for grant proposals including background research, consultants' expense reports, assisted with project recruitment, and provided administrative support as required
- Increased customer satisfaction by 50% by solving problems and concerns effectively
- Handled scheduling of subcontractors and staff to complete projects within required timeframes
Business Development Consultant
Palladium International
Abuja, Federal Capital Territory
02.2018 - 09.2018
- Streamlined preparation of USAID Nigeria West Africa Trade and Investment Hub Proposal
- Conducted desk research and leveraged referral networks to identify over 50 companies working in Cowpea, Soybean, Maize, Rice, or Aquaculture value chains in select states
- Identified 10 key financial and technical assistance needs of SMEs operating in these value chains as well as data on smallholder farmers and specific products produced for which markets
- Pitched plans and investment strategies to potential partners to raise capital.
Implementation Specialist/Contracts Officer
Palladium International
Abuja, Federal Capital Territory
03.2015 - 10.2017
- Conducted due diligence on over 60 grant applications with investments valued at over $400 million
- Designed systems to improve project coordination, grant administration of $2M USAID fund
- Developed scope of work for 8 industry study model business plan that has become public document to attract investors and spur investments in various value chain.
- Focused solutions on industry-specific workflow, client base and protocols, tailoring implementations to client needs.
Office Manager and Business Development Associate
Pelmarg Limited
Abuja, FCT
09.2014 - 03.2015
- Revamped and implemented growth opportunities in existing and new markets by identifying over 25 business prospects,
- Influenced general office administrative duties and reduced expenses by 25%Compared vendor prices and negotiated for optimal savings
- Planned marketing initiatives and leveraged referral networks to promote business development.
- Coordinated special projects and managed schedules
Volunteer Fundraising Officer
Silver, The Needy Initiative
Abuja, FCT
02.2013 - 05.2013
- Contributed to development of new concepts and fund-raising strategies to achieve $1000 in 3 months
- Guided and managed survey of over 200 individuals on HIV/AIDS awareness in Abuja, FCT.
- Defined and integrated roles, responsibilities and processes for business team and data management organization.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations
HR/Administrative Officer
FCM Nigeria Limited
Ikoyi, Lagos
04.2011 - 12.2012
- Influenced automated salary and staff benefits for 44 staff
- Reduced staff turnover in Sales and Marketing Department by 40%
- Developed strong administrative team by delivering ongoing coaching and motivation and fostering career advancement
- Standardized office structures and processes to promote collaboration and increased performance.
Education
MBA - Finance and Investment
Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria, Kaduna StateBachelor of Science - Geology
University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Kwara StateSkills
- Decision Making
- Microsoft Office
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Program Operations
- Performance Management
- Operations Management
- Performance Quality Assurance
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Strategic planning
- Project coordination
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Alliance For A Green Revolution In Africa -AGRA
04.2019 - 12.2021
Start up Consultant
Cultivating New Frontiers In Agriculture
03.2019 - 04.2019
Project Specialist/Consultant
Shebag Holdings Limited
09.2018 - 02.2019
Business Development Consultant
Palladium International
02.2018 - 09.2018
Implementation Specialist/Contracts Officer
Palladium International
03.2015 - 10.2017
Office Manager and Business Development Associate
Pelmarg Limited
09.2014 - 03.2015
Volunteer Fundraising Officer
Silver, The Needy Initiative
02.2013 - 05.2013
HR/Administrative Officer
FCM Nigeria Limited
04.2011 - 12.2012
MBA - Finance and Investment
Ahmadu Bello University
Bachelor of Science - Geology
University of Ilorin