EUNICE ISTIFANUS ISHAKU

ICT and Development Professional

Kaduna, NG.

About

Highly results-oriented ICT and Development Professional with over six years of experience driving impactful agricultural projects through expert technical ICT support, data management, and strategic project coordination. As an ICT Officer at Palm Valley Nigeria Limited, I leverage strong digital tools proficiency and field team leadership to enhance operations. Proven success in community mobilization and stakeholder engagement, adept at transforming technology and local knowledge into sustainable development outcomes.

Work

Palm Valley Nigeria Limited

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IT Support

Kaduna, Kaduna, Nigeria

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Summary

Manages IT infrastructure and provides comprehensive technical support, ensuring seamless operations and data integrity for Palm Valley Nigeria Limited projects.

Highlights

Resolved IT support requests promptly, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous project operations.

Installed, configured, and maintained critical systems, servers, and peripherals to ensure high availability and performance.

Managed user accounts, access permissions, and implemented basic security controls, enhancing data protection and compliance.

Supported network monitoring, antivirus management, and backup processes, contributing to robust IT security and disaster recovery strategies.

Trained staff on system usage, data security, and IT policies, improving user proficiency and adherence to best practices.

Maintained accurate inventory records for IT assets and provided essential technical support for the Idh-SWAY project.

Palm Valley Nigeria Limited

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State Team Lead on the WOFAN ICON2 Project

Nasarawa, Nasarawa, Nigeria

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Summary

Led state-level operations for the WOFAN ICON2 agricultural project, coordinating field activities, stakeholder engagement, and team performance to achieve strategic objectives.

Highlights

Monitored activities in processing centers, ensuring effective productivity and adherence to project goals and quality standards.

Conducted comprehensive trainings for Extension workers on project objectives and agricultural best practices, enhancing field implementation efficiency.

Organized advocacy and sensitization meetings with diverse stakeholders and farmers, fostering community engagement and project adoption rates.

Delegated tasks efficiently to team members, optimizing workflow and maximizing team output across various project initiatives.

Authored detailed activity-based, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly reports, providing critical insights for project evaluation and strategic planning.

Baobab Microfinance Bank

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Portfolio Manager

Abuja, Abuja, Nigeria

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Summary

Managed a portfolio of customer accounts, overseeing loan repayments, customer relations, and field operations to ensure portfolio health and customer satisfaction.

Highlights

Responded promptly to customer inquiries via email and chat, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and timely issue resolution.

Maintained accurate documentation of customer information and calls, supporting efficient record-keeping and service delivery.

Provided comprehensive product and service information to customers, guiding them through banking solutions and processes.

Conducted business premises visits and follow-ups, building strong customer relationships and facilitating loan recovery efforts.

Alerted superiors to customer payment trends and difficulties, enabling proactive intervention and risk management strategies.

Managed customer loan repayments and resolved complaints, contributing to portfolio health and customer retention.

Supported large-scale field operations and supervised site activities, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance.

Palm Valley Nigeria Limited

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Data Analyst

Nasarawa, Nasarawa, Nigeria

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Summary

Analyzed and managed project data, ensuring data quality and integrity to inform strategic decisions for Palm Valley Nigeria Limited's initiatives.

Highlights

Analyzed complex data sets and presented findings to the project team and stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making.

Sorted and organized diverse documents and data, improving accessibility and efficiency of information retrieval by 20%.

Performed rigorous quality checks on collected data, ensuring accuracy and alignment with evaluation process needs.

Monitored data processes and collaborated with the project team to maintain data integrity and resolve discrepancies.

Unpacked and tested Tablet devices for Extension workers, troubleshooting functionalities to ensure seamless field data collection.

Danbo International College Kaduna

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Administrative Assistant

Kaduna, Kaduna, Nigeria

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Summary

Managed administrative functions and supported school operations, fostering a positive educational environment and ensuring compliance at Danbo International College.

Highlights

Implemented discipline policies and monitored student progress, contributing to a positive and safe school culture.

Managed school budgets and allocated funds for supplies, ensuring efficient resource utilization and facility maintenance.

Developed, reviewed, and improved educational programs and academic standards, enhancing overall student performance.

Oversaw facilities, scheduling, and security, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.

Recruited, hired, mentored, and evaluated teachers and support staff, building a competent and effective team.

Served as the primary liaison between the school, parents, and community partners, fostering strong relationships and communication.

Nigerian Custom Service, (NCS)

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Office Assistant

, , Nigeria

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Summary

Provided essential clerical and administrative support, ensuring efficient office operations and accurate record management for the Nigerian Custom Service.

Highlights

Provided comprehensive clerical support to staff, enhancing departmental efficiency and workflow.

Supervised the maintenance team, ensuring optimal functioning of office facilities and equipment.

Maintained and updated critical databases and records, ensuring data accuracy and accessibility for operational needs.

Delivered general administrative support, contributing to smooth daily operations and departmental productivity.

Education

Ahmadu Bello University

Zaria, Kaduna, Nigeria
MSc Information Management

Usmanu Danfodiyo University

Sokoto, Sokoto, Nigeria
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) Computer Science

Languages

English

Certificates

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Human Resource Management

Customer Service & Relationship Management

Skills

Teamwork and Collaboration

Teamwork, Collaboration, Cross-functional Teams.

Networking

Networking, Stakeholder Engagement.

Microsoft Applications

Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint.

Multitasking

Multitasking, Prioritization, Time Management.

Research and Planning

Research, Strategic Planning, Project Planning.

Project Management & Coordination

Project Management, Project Coordination, Agile Methodologies, PMP.

Customer & Stakeholder Management

Customer Service, Stakeholder Management, Client Relations, Community Mobilization.

Technical Documentation & Reporting

Technical Documentation, Report Writing, Data Reporting, Activity Reports.

Diligence & Discipline

Diligence, Dependability, Work Ethic.

Record Management

Record Keeping, Data Entry, Database Management, Information Management.

Computer Programming

Programming, Software Development, Scripting.

IT Support

Technical Support, Help Desk, System Administration, Troubleshooting.

Network & Security

Network Monitoring, Antivirus Management, Backup Solutions, Data Security, IT Policies.

Data Analysis

Data Analysis, Data Quality Assurance, Data Integrity, Data Evaluation.

Training & Development

Staff Training, User Training, Curriculum Development.

Budget Management

Budgeting, Financial Management, Resource Allocation.

Compliance Management

Regulatory Compliance, Policy Implementation, Auditing.

Human Resources

Recruitment, Staff Mentoring, Performance Evaluation, HR Management.

Customer Relationship Management

CRM, Client Retention, Relationship Building.