OLUKUNLE OGUNMOLA
Kamloops
Summary
Results-driven and goal-oriented professional with extensive expertise in banking, project management, and mobile payment platforms. Recognized for excellence in relationship management, strategic planning, and business development. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams, deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget, and foster strong stakeholder relationships.
- Proficient in project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.
- Skilled in mobile money platform management and agency banking services.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Experienced in stakeholder engagement, risk management, and quality assurance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Channel Manager
Ecobank Nigeria Ltd
Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria
04.2018 - 05.2023
- Managed projects to expand Ecobank's distribution network through agency banking.
- Spearheaded the development and deployment of the Agency mobile banking application to enhance customer experience.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of channel partners to identify areas of improvement and growth potential.
- Supervised the acquisition and onboarding of agents while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Optimized agency operations, resulting in a significant increase in CASA growth, transaction volumes and revenue.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully deliver technology applications for agency banking services.
- Led solution development efforts to address end-user needs while coordinating involvement of company and partner personnel.
Channel & Business Development Manager
Visual ICT Mobile Money Ltd
Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria
10.2015 - 03.2018
- Increased client base by identifying new business opportunities and cultivating strong relationships with key decision makers.
- Facilitated regular communication with clients to ensure their needs were met, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
- Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
- Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans.
Agent Network Manager
Fortis Mobile Money Ltd
Abuja, Nigeria
12.2010 - 09.2015
- Built and managed an extensive network of agents and merchants in the Southwest region.
- Resolved operational and technical issues to improve agent performance and satisfaction.
- Designed and executed BTL marketing strategies to boost customer transactions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively addressing concerns and fostering a positive experience throughout all interactions.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Marketing
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BC06-2024
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Ado Ekiti
Ekiti State, Nigeria08-2004
Skills
- Project Management and Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner Recruitment & Management
- Strategic Planning and Business Development
- Communication and Negotiation
- Risk Management and Quality Assurance
- Sales and People Management
Accomplishments
- Successfully developed and launched the mobile app within 9 months, providing agents with an effective tool for facilitating banking services.
- Deployed the interbank transfer service within the projected 3-month timeframe.
- Ensured smooth integration of the Agency services on POS terminals with Ecobank’s core banking infrastructure, allowing for secure and efficient card-based transactions.
- Expanded Ecobank’s POS capabilities, allowing acceptance of third-party ATM cards through a switching platform thus, increasing agent transaction volumes and income to the bank.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.
- Fundamentals of Agile Project Management
- Fundamentals of Predictive Project Management
- Developing Responsible Leaders for Africa – Lagos Business School
- BC Driver's License
Interests
- Playing Scrabble and football
- Traveling, meeting people and experiencing new cultures
- Singing and enjoying music
Timeline
Channel Manager
Ecobank Nigeria Ltd
04.2018 - 05.2023
Channel & Business Development Manager
Visual ICT Mobile Money Ltd
10.2015 - 03.2018
Agent Network Manager
Fortis Mobile Money Ltd
12.2010 - 09.2015
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Marketing
Thompson Rivers University
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Ado Ekiti