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Godswill Asukwo

Godswill Asukwo

Project Coordinator
VANCOUVER,BC

Summary

Versatile project coordinator, highly effective at contributing to project and team success with exceptional administrative skills. Expertise in project documentation, procurement, compliance, and digital tools such as SAP, MS Office, Zoom, Teams, ChatGPT, and Google Workspace. Highly proficient in leveraging automation tools and digital platforms to enhance project efficiency and team collaboration.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Senior Project Coordinator

Africa Finance Corporation
07.2020 - 03.2025
  • Assisted in the preparation of project proposals, feasibility studies, contributing to the successful planning and execution of infrastructure projects across Africa
  • Oversaw the organization and maintenance of critical project documents, including contracts, NDAs, and reports, ensuring compliance with corporate governance and regulatory requirements
  • Facilitated clear and consistent communication between project teams, senior management, and external partners, leading to smoother project execution and
    alignment on goals
  • Compiled and prepared detailed project reports and presentations for senior
    management and stakeholders, providing critical insights into project progress and performance
  • Followed up on change orders to ongoing projects, confirming necessary alternation completions occurred on time.
  • Achieved significant cost savings by negotiating favorable terms with suppliers and optimizing procurement processes, reducing procurement costs by 35%
  • Conducted thorough due diligence and know your customer (KYC) on new and
    existing vendors, and professional service firms, mitigating risks related to vendor
    reliability and ensuring adherence to ethical standards
  • Played an active role in the development and implementation of various digital
    transformation initiatives including SAP Ariba, SAP Concur, SAP SuccessFactors,
    driving operational efficiency and technological advancement
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization for seamless integration on cross-functional projects, ensuring clear understanding of responsibilities and expectations.
  • Coordinated with finance department to deliver timely billing for milestone events during project development.
  • Established strong relationships with clients by maintaining open lines of communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Project Coordinator

Africa Finance Corporation
07.2018 - 06.2020
  • Coordinated complex meetings and workshops involving international participants, executive committee members, and senior executives, ensuring seamless execution and effective collaboration
  • Managed a high volume of internal and external customer inquiries, consistently maintaining professionalism and fostering strong client relationships
  • Supported the implementation of office initiatives, including ad hoc assignments, training sessions, conferences, and the deployment of new technology systems
  • Collaborated with accounts and other departments to prepare invoices, fee proposals, and contracts, ensuring accurate and timely financial processing
  • Efficiently managed travel arrangements for over 50 team members, ranging from hotel reservation, visa processing, airport pickups, and security protocols
  • Organized and facilitated audio/video conference calls, including logistics management, minute-taking, and action item follow-ups
  • Provided logistical support for board meetings, conferences, and global conferences and exhibitions
  • Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
  • Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file.
  • Played an active role in brainstorming sessions held for the purpose of generating innovative ideas/solutions which could potentially be incorporated into existing/new projects being undertaken by the company.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all projects, facilitating efficient audits and future reference.
  • Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.
  • Established rapport and engaged with stakeholders to build lasting professional relationships.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing favorable terms for cost-effective procurement of resources needed for each project''s success.
  • Assisted in developing training materials and organized workshops aimed at enhancing skill sets among staff members working under various capacities on different projects within the organization.
  • Photocopied, distributed and emailed documents to project managers.

Project Administrative Assistant (Contract)

Africa Finance Corporation
01.2016 - 06.2018


  • Collaborated with marketing agencies to arrange project site visits, enhancing stakeholder engagement
  • Managed production and distribution of marketing collateral, ensuring consistent branding and messaging
  • Improved invoice processing efficiency by verifying accuracy and promptly addressing any discrepancies found in vendor bills or other financial documents.
  • Provided administrative support during internal and external audits, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with the required standards.
  • Assisted with contract administration tasks such as reviewing agreements, monitoring deadlines, and managing correspondence with clients or vendors as needed.
  • Facilitated effective team meetings by scheduling appointments, arranging conference rooms, and preparing agendas for discussion.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
  • Supported company leaders by managing budgets, scheduling appointments and organizing itinerary.

Account Executive

XL Billboards Advertising Limited
01.2015 - 11.2015


  • Managed advertising campaigns, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with client objectives
  • Developed strategies to increase account revenue through upselling and cross-selling additional services
  • Conducted market research and leveraged referrals to build a strong pipeline of prospective clients
  • Developed a solid pipeline of prospects through diligent research and targeted outreach efforts.
  • Assisted in the onboarding process for new clients, ensuring a smooth transition into the company''s roster of accounts.
  • Participated actively in networking events and trade shows, representing the company professionally and expanding its reach within target markets.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and effectively to ensure long-term loyalty.
  • Conducted regular check-ins with existing clients to assess their needs and identify upselling opportunities.

Education

Advanced Diploma - Sustainable Business Leadership

British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
Vancouver, BC
12-2026

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Uyo
Uyo, Nigeria
04.2013

Skills

  • Client onboarding
  • SAP SuccessFactors
  • SAP Concur
  • Document management
  • Project administration
  • MS Office Suite
  • MS Project
  • Administrative management
  • Reporting skills
  • Documentation management
  • Meeting coordination
  • Presentation skills

Project tracking

Data collection

SLA compliance

Mentoring and coaching

Accomplishments

  • Achieved a 15% cost reduction in procurement by optimizing negotiation strategies and improving supplier management.
  • Managed end to end document management for large scale infrastructure projects and transactions across Africa worth over US$750m.
  • Supported the implementation SAP Ariba, SAP Concur, and SAP Success Factors, driving digital transformation and improving operational efficiency.
  • Managed multimillion-dollar yearly budgets worth over US$10m for professional fees, sponsorships, and travels.

Certification

  • Certified Know Your Customer Associate (CKYCA), ACAMS, 05/29
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), 02/28

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Affiliations

  • Project Management Institute (PMI)
  • Association of Certified Anti-money Laundering (ACAMS)

Interests

  • Fundraising Events
  • Volunteering
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Gardening
  • Kayaking
  • Playing Sports
  • Dancing
  • Swimming

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Part TimeContract WorkInternshipFull Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsWork from home optionWork-life balance

Quote

The person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person who is doing it.
Chinese proverb

Software

SAP

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Zoom

Trello

Jira

MS Project

MS Word

SharePoint

Google WorkSpace

ChatGPT

MS Publisher

MS OneNote

MS Outlook

Webex

MS Teams

Worldcheck

Timeline

Senior Project Coordinator

Africa Finance Corporation
07.2020 - 03.2025

Project Coordinator

Africa Finance Corporation
07.2018 - 06.2020

Project Administrative Assistant (Contract)

Africa Finance Corporation
01.2016 - 06.2018

Account Executive

XL Billboards Advertising Limited
01.2015 - 11.2015

Advanced Diploma - Sustainable Business Leadership

British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

Bachelor of Science - Marketing

University of Uyo

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