Cyril Okereafor

Geologist, Business Strategy and Operations and Project Management Expert. 

I am focused on result-oriented positive change. I enjoy data-analysis driven improvements. I also enjoy solving problems and I seek an opportunity to use gained experience and knowledge to improve projects delivery, strategic business planning, and ultimately business efficiency and growth. In my previous project management roles, I have had accountability for the design, implementation, and execution of turnkey projects. I have a reputation for successfully and profitably managing numerous concurrent projects through all project phases from conception through to completion within schedule, cost, and compliance parameters. I have worked across teams, for example the Project team and the Change team, requiring me to manage my time very carefully and allowing me to develop disparate skills. Successful team and partnership working with all levels of staff means that I possess exemplary interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills that enable me to be both an effective leader and a valuable team player.

EDUCATION

European Business University Luxembourg                                           2022

Post Graduate Certificate in Business Finance 

Google Project Management Professional Certificate                             2022

•  Agile Project Management
• Foundations of Project Management
• Project Initiation
• Project Planning
• Project Execution

The University of Salford                                                                                               2009 – 2010

MSc Petroleum and Gas Engineering 

• Completed study modules in Reservoir Engineering, Oil and Gas Production, Petroleum Geology, Drilling, Project Management and Petroleum Economics.
• Studied Gas Flow, Network analysis, Gas distribution/transmission and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) systems.
• Researched Engineering and Risk Management processes in successful and world class Project Management.
• Researched leading software, techniques, statistical analysis methods and decision making in project planning.
• Developed excellent knowledge of Project justification and finance. 
• Dissertation on comparative study and design of artificial lift techniques in the Niger-Delta area of Nigeria.
• Attended various talks and lectures on Change Management, Leadership and Project Management presented by internationally acclaimed leading experts, academics and local captains of industry.

Federal University of Technology, Owerri                                           2002 – 2006

B.Tech. Geology

• Completed modules on Petroleum Geology, Marine Geology, Mineralogy, Analytical Chemistry, Ordinary Differential Equations and Geo-statistics.
• Final year project involved the assessment of the vulnerability of groundwater systems in parts of south-eastern Nigeria.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Lambstel Global Resources Limited                                                            2021

Managing Partner. 

• In my role as managing partner of a business consulting firm, I develop and maintain relationship with potential clients. I develop and implement bespoke business solutions to their business. I just concluded the procurement of a 2 million dollars equipment for one of my clients. 
• I run the daily operations of the business and assign tasks to my associates and also follow up with progress of each project to ensure delivery of set targets. 
• I review and oversee all financial activities, performance, and documentation. Efficient user of accounts and CRM software. 
• I conduct high level research for business and also develop high level rapport with government officials at all levels for ease of business for our clients. 
• I manage, monitor, and review business operations with a view to Identifying improvement gaps and implementing corrective measures. Recently concluded a business re-organization project that has resulted in 23% business cost savings. 

Etazuma Mining and Industries Limited                                                 2019 - 2021 

Head, Corporate Strategy and Planning

• Identified and evaluated new investment opportunities and assess the risk of new initiatives and projects.
• Ensure the effective and efficient allocation of resources within Etazuma and Client Companies. 
• Managed and delivered projects that supported the overall Group objectives in terms of volume targets, improving existing processes and increasing the reliability, availability and performance of equipment and manpower.  
• I initiated and completed financial studies, feasibility studies, Business forecasts, Strategic business plans, in-depth analysis and review of Strategies for Etazuma Mining and Industries Limited and client companies (including Zuma 828 Coal Limited, Zuma Energy Nigeria Limited) for 2019 and 2020. 
• I instituted a zero-carbon plan for the marble mines and achieved a 20% reduction in carbon emission in the first year. 
• Managed the development of corporate plans and budgets by playing a lead role in all the planning and budgeting activities performed by the company
• Drove the strategic planning process to ensure that this process is timely, focused, and adds the requisite value.
• Conduct research to provide the Executive Management of Eta Zuma and its client companies with Strategic imperatives, Business Intelligence, and advisory service.

Etazuma Mining and Industries Limited                                                       2018

Head, Corporate Alignment Unit. 

• Ensured compliance with all federal, state, local and company guidelines and regulations.
• Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders, identifying performance to Key Performance Indicators, risks, issues and success factors.
• Successfully managed the overall group Project Portfolio through the provision of reports on progress, issues and activities. Partnered with business project teams to ensure departments and units’ deliverables aligned to business strategy.
• tracked assigned tasks compliance at different sites, reviewed performance indicators, and create improvement plans where necessary.

Golden Petroleum Nigeria Limited                                                                              2015 - 2018

Process Engineer/Project Manager  

• I maintained and supervised necessary repairs of company assets. I also help in diagnosing and troubleshooting maintenance related issues.
• Managed staff to ensure that all milestones achieved within agreed timeframes. 
• Ensured effective quality control processes in place to monitor deliverables produced. 
• Responsible for identifying, analysing, measuring and managing project risks. 
• I was responsible for the design, installation and commissioning processes of new production units. 
• I ensured that all aspects of an operation or process meet specified regulation. I also monitored modifications and upgrades and troubleshoot existing processes.

Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust                                                                                2011– 2013

Project Lead

• I Successfully led on the maintenance, monitoring and revision of the project plan, ensuring progress tracked and reported regularly to relevant governance structures eg. Steering Board, Trust Board, and project management team.  
• I supported the project team in establishing and coordinating the working groups to take forward the various work streams.
• Supported on projects within the programme in the areas of RiO re-configuration, smarter working, skill mix and productivity. 
• Responsible for the development and upkeep of the Project Risk Register including assisting in identification, monitoring and reporting of risks to the delivery of the project objectives.
• Responsible for the programme budget, producing budget reports as required and alerting the Programme Manager to any variances or unexpected expenditure.   
• Analysed benchmarking information and evaluated the impact on the Foundation Trust, producing briefings for the Project Team and Steering Board and revising project plans and documentation accordingly.
• Successfully led the development and implementation of a detailed project plan for the TAS Programme.

KEY SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Effective quality assurance of project methods/documentation 
• Proficiency in MS Power Point, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, MS Visio, MS Project (EDRMS, IPT rollout, desktop rollout, printer rollout, Podio CRM) 
• Management of sub-contractors to ensure work carried out is of the highest quality 
• Capturing lessons learnt for analysis and future negotiation and bidding processes 
• IT infrastructure migration and upgrade
• Experience in delivering GDPR implementation projects
• Delivery of cloud and infrastructure-based solutions on time and within budget
• Experience implementing LAN/WAN networking solutions 
• Experience of using Agile/Kanban methodology in a commercial working environment 
• Experience of using Linux/Unix operating system. 

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Communication

• Used established communication methods for influencing stakeholders and senior management to effect positive changes at the Eta Zuma.
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills when dealing with colleagues and contractors from other nationalities for Eta Zuma mining projects.
• I deliver good, easy-to-follow presentations.

Teamwork

• Strong motivator, good emotional intelligence and conflict resolution ability.
• Co-ordinated team meetings and problem-solving scenarios with co-workers at Eta Zuma and at the Lloyds Banking group.

Leadership

• Influenced stakeholders at Eta Zuma during annual strategy retreat on business direction for 2019 and 2020.
• Coordinated resolution of items on risk register at Eta Zuma. 

Projects completed 

• Prepared feasibility studies for businesses in different sectors of the economy including mining, manufacturing, healthcare, fashion, hospitality and energy. 
• Researched business and investment opportunities for clients including due diligence and risk analysis. 

INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES

• Reading mystery novels
• Travelling
• Football

I am focused on result-oriented positive change. I enjoy data-analysis driven improvements. I also enjoy solving problems and I seek an opportunity to use gained experience and knowledge to improve projects delivery, strategic business planning, and ultimately business efficiency and growth. In my previous project management roles, I have had accountability for the design, implementation, and execution of turnkey projects. I have a reputation for successfully and profitably managing numerous concurrent projects through all project phases from conception through to completion within schedule, cost, and compliance parameters. I have worked across teams, for example the Project team and the Change team, requiring me to manage my time very carefully and allowing me to develop disparate skills. Successful team and partnership working with all levels of staff means that I possess exemplary interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills that enable me to be both an effective leader and a valuable team player.

European Business University Luxembourg                                           2022

Post Graduate Certificate in Business Finance 

Google Project Management Professional Certificate                             2022

•  Agile Project Management
• Foundations of Project Management
• Project Initiation
• Project Planning
• Project Execution

The University of Salford                                                                                               2009 – 2010

MSc Petroleum and Gas Engineering 

• Completed study modules in Reservoir Engineering, Oil and Gas Production, Petroleum Geology, Drilling, Project Management and Petroleum Economics.
• Studied Gas Flow, Network analysis, Gas distribution/transmission and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) systems.
• Researched Engineering and Risk Management processes in successful and world class Project Management.
• Researched leading software, techniques, statistical analysis methods and decision making in project planning.
• Developed excellent knowledge of Project justification and finance. 
• Dissertation on comparative study and design of artificial lift techniques in the Niger-Delta area of Nigeria.
• Attended various talks and lectures on Change Management, Leadership and Project Management presented by internationally acclaimed leading experts, academics and local captains of industry.