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Solomon Alabi

IT Support|Computer Engineer|Executive Assistant
Abuja,Fct

Summary

Customer-focused professional with successful 10-years of career in Financial sector and 3 years of experience in Information tech. Dynamic successful applying Information Technology and Administrative skills in busy business environment.

Overview

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25
25
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant to the Executive Director

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
Abuja, Fct
05.2017 - Current

As an Executive Assistant to the ED, I handle different clerical tasks such as data entry, reviewing approval request from over 178 branches, preparing of memos, treating of hotel bills, Analyze Business Managers & Relationship Managers daily deposit report on Oracle Business Intelligence (OBIE), record management, Coordinate meeting such as Line Executive Meetings, Monthly Performance Review, etc. I also prepare travel & reservations arrangements, and ensure all appointments, meetings are diaries for the Executive Director as requested. Am known for “can-do” attitude, flexibility and high-quality work. Highlights:

  • Maintained knowledge of business operations to keep departments and employees up to date on important work-related changes.
  • Communicate effectively with multiple departments/ branches across the Retail Banking North and Public Sector Group.
  • I Provide timely, and courteous and knowledgeable response to information requests; screened and transferred calls.
  • Developed innovative PowerPoint presentation used by the Office of the Executive Director to support monthly performance review to potential Retail Managers, Branch Managers and Business Development Managers.
  • Earned excellent marks on performance reviews, with citations for excellence in areas including work volume, accuracy, and quality; ability to learn and master new concepts; positive work ethic; and commitment to providing unsurpassed service.
  • Ordered materials, supplies or equipment for special projects.
  • Assigned duties or work schedules to employees for adequate shift coverage.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.

Computer Systems Engineer

Lumy & Dee Enterprises
Abuja, Fct
01.2018 - 02.2021
  • Inspected third-party equipment installations to verify correct and consistent operations performance.
  • Windows password reset.
  • Provided IT support to third parties while enacting permanent and non-permanent changes to system parameters and hardware configurations.
  • Imaged hard drives for use in standardized system deployments running operating systems ranging from Windows 7, Windows 8, 10, MS Office, Anti Virus, etc.
  • Purchase Hardware Systems.
  • LAN setup
  • Repairs/ cloning of Desktop systems.
  • Repairs of Hard drive (HDD).
  • Data recovery on hard drives.
  • Provide sales support/advise.
  • Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
  • Managed and monitored all installed systems for highest level of availability.
  • Installed, configured, tested and maintained operating systems, application software and system management tools.

Executive Assistant to the Group Executive

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
Abuja, Fct
01.2016 - 04.2017

Executive Assistant to the Chief Operation Officer

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
Abuja, Fct
01.2015 - 01.2016

Personal Assistant to Area Services Manager

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
Abuja, Fct
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
  • Achieved recognition from senior management for contribution to store success, including managing sales, employees and operations to foster optimal performance.
  • Conduct periodic products knowledge base test among employees to reduce the rate of knowledge gap among employees.
  • I conduct periodic branch visitations in order to address various issues and the need to improve on our service delivery.
  • Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
  • Review of branch score cards and identify grey areas that requires urgent attention.

Reconciliation Officer

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
Abuja, Fct
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Tracked all pending authorizations to resolve discrepancies and avoid revenue loss.
  • Monitor all P&L accounts of different branches across the Northern Region.
  • I ensure branches run end of day reports to avoid sanctions that could affect the Business Units monthly score card.
  • Reviewed outstanding requests and redirected workloads to complete projects on time.
  • Communicated effectively with staff, including members of operations departments.

Customer Service Officer, Operations Department

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
Abuja, Fct
01.2011 - 12.2012
  • Opening of new account using the bank’s Finacle10 application and ensuring complete documentation.
  • Issuance of cheque books and withdrawal booklet.
  • Filing of completed customers account opening package.
  • Issuance of ATM cards, (e.g., Visa card, Verve card & Master card).
  • Cross selling of bank’s products. (e.g., online banking, Mobile banking etc.).
  • Answering phone calls.
  • Response to reference requests from other banks.
  • Resolution of customer complaints.
  • Handling of customer’s statement request.
  • Handling of returned cheques.
  • Promoted company brand and unique offerings through personalized customer service.

Computer System Engineer

Benfadet Computer Ventures
Abuja, Fct
07.2004 - 12.2005
  • Inspected third-party equipment installations to verify correct and consistent operations performance.
  • Performed system operation verification testing (SOVT) on HDD hardware, confirming all parameters are met with prescribed quotas.
  • Provided IT support to third parties while enacting permanent and non-permanent changes to system parameters and hardware configurations.
  • Imaged hard drives for use in standardized system deployments running operating systems ranging from Windows 98, Windows Xp, 2000, MS Office, Anti Virus, etc.
  • Purchase Hardware Systems.
  • Repairs/ cloning of Desktop systems.
  • Data recovery on hard drives.
  • Provide sales support/advise.
  • Provided 2nd and 3rd level technical support and troubleshooting to internal and external clients.
  • Oversaw development and maintenance of organization computer systems.
  • Provided day-to-day support to system users, educating employees on troubleshooting and problem-solving protocols.
  • Managed and monitored all installed systems for highest level of availability.
  • Installed, configured, tested and maintained operating systems, application software and system management tools.

Education

MBA - Human Resources Management

Ahmadu Bello University
Zaria, Kaduna State.
09.2018 - 01.2021

Diploma - Computer Networking (CompTIA N+)

HIIT
Abuja Fct
08.2020 - 09.2020

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science

National Open University Of Nigeria
Abuja Fct.
01.2013 - 03.2019

International Diploma in Computing - Computing

Institute Of Information Technology (Informatics),
Kazaure, Jigawa State
01.2010 - 09.2010

NCE - Mathematics/Integrated Studies

Federal College Of Education
Kontagora, Niger State.
09.2005 - 09.2008

SSCE -

Government Secondary Technical School
Soba, Zaria.
01.1999 - 07.2005

Primary School Certificate -

Brighter Primary School
Minna, Niger State.
01.1993 - 12.1998

Skills

Self-motivated professional

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Software

Microsoft Office Suites/Microsoft Windows 7, 8 & 10/ OBIE/ Resolume/ Financle 10

Interests

Information Tech/ Computer Engineering/ System Administrator/ Data Analysis/ Media/ Handling of Cameras & LEDs/ Managing live events using Tricaster & Coordinating Technical Projects/events

Trainings

In a bid to continuing to learn, i have expanded my perspective, sharpened my skills with the following courses:

1. Report Automation in Modern Excel with dbrown consulting - December 02, 2020

2. Administrative Professional Tips on Linkedin Learning - Jun 18, 2020.

3. Managing Virtual Teams on Linkedin Learning - April 30, 2020.

4.Time Management: Working from Home on Linkedin Learning - May 1, 2020.

5. Time Management Fundamentals with Microsoft Office on Linkedin Learning - May 14, 2020

Timeline

Diploma - Computer Networking (CompTIA N+)

HIIT
08.2020 - 09.2020

MBA - Human Resources Management

Ahmadu Bello University
09.2018 - 01.2021

Computer Systems Engineer

Lumy & Dee Enterprises
01.2018 - 02.2021

Executive Assistant to the Executive Director

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
05.2017 - Current

Executive Assistant to the Group Executive

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
01.2016 - 04.2017

Executive Assistant to the Chief Operation Officer

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
01.2015 - 01.2016

Personal Assistant to Area Services Manager

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
01.2014 - 01.2015

Reconciliation Officer

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
01.2013 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science

National Open University Of Nigeria
01.2013 - 03.2019

Customer Service Officer, Operations Department

First Bank Of Nigeria Limited
01.2011 - 12.2012

International Diploma in Computing - Computing

Institute Of Information Technology (Informatics),
01.2010 - 09.2010

NCE - Mathematics/Integrated Studies

Federal College Of Education
09.2005 - 09.2008

Computer System Engineer

Benfadet Computer Ventures
07.2004 - 12.2005

SSCE -

Government Secondary Technical School
01.1999 - 07.2005

Primary School Certificate -

Brighter Primary School
01.1993 - 12.1998
Solomon AlabiIT Support|Computer Engineer|Executive Assistant