OLUMEKUN DARE STEPHEN
London,Ontario
Summary
To contribute my skills and experience in urban and regional planning, project management, and technical support to an organization that values integrity, innovation, and teamwork. I aim to deliver top-quality results and support the achievement of organizational goals with minimal supervision.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Higher Executive Officer (Estate and Works Department)
Independent National Electoral Commission, Akure
01.2014 - 04.2023
- Oversaw the selection and investigation of sites for constructing office buildings
- Created and implemented plans for additional polling units across the state
- Worked with teams to develop reports and strategy for urban development projects
- Managed registration area boundaries and coordinated planning for state elections
- Supervises the conduct of the poll in a cluster of Polling Unit.
- Assists in the training of presiding officers, poll clerks and poll assistants under his/her supervision.
- Engagement of stakeholders in the election procedure to ensure transparency.
- Key Responsibilities:
CEO/Technical Support Officer
ROSABLES Global Nig. Limited, Akure
01.2014 - 01.2023
- Led development consent processes for various projects, ensuring compliance with local regulations
- Built and maintained relationships with clients to secure additional planning and consultancy work
- Provided strategic advice on town planning issues and development policies
- Managed project development, from site planning to execution, resolving design and logistical challenges
- Assisting with the provision of services to clients and contributing to projects
- Producing planning submissions, appeals, design and access statements and other documents
- Manage client expectation
- Key Responsibilities:
Higher Executive Officer
Independent National Electoral Commission
01.2014 - 01.2023
- Oversaw the selection and investigation of sites for constructing office buildings
- Created and implemented plans for additional polling units across the state
- Worked with teams to develop reports and strategy for urban development projects
- Managed registration area boundaries and coordinated planning for state elections.
Assistant Field Officer (Akure South)
Ondo State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Akure
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Supported senior staff in a range of planning tasks, including research, monitoring, and site assessments
- Participated in public consultations and site visits for urban development projects
- Assisted in the preparation of planning submissions and environmental reports
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations for project teams
- Preparation of development guide,action area plan and infrastructure plan for proposed development.
Education
BBA - Project Management
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, None 01.2024 - 12.2024
Post Graduate Diploma - Urban and Regional Planning
Federal University of Technology
Akure, Ondo State01.2023
Higher National Diploma - Urban and Regional Planning
Federal Polytechnic
Auchi, Edo State01.2012
National Diploma - Urban and Regional Planning
Federal Polytechnic
Auchi, Edo State01.2008
Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) - undefined
Apoi National High School
Igbotu, Ondo State01.2005
Skills
- Technical Skills: Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, ArchiCAD, Orion
- Languages: Fluent in English, Yoruba, and Hausa
- Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Ability to manage projects under pressure and meet deadlines
- Effective team player with leadership capabilities
Certification
- Urban and Regional Planning Development Workshop –2021
- Project Management Certification –2020
- Health and Safety in Urban Planning Training –2019
Languages
Languages
English
Professional Working
Software
Project office
Timeline
BBA - Project Management
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
01.2024 - 12.2024
CEO/Technical Support Officer
ROSABLES Global Nig. Limited, Akure
01.2014 - 01.2023
Higher Executive Officer (Estate and Works Department)
Independent National Electoral Commission, Akure
01.2014 - 04.2023
Higher Executive Officer
Independent National Electoral Commission
01.2014 - 01.2023
Assistant Field Officer (Akure South)
Ondo State Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development, Akure
01.2008 - 01.2010
Higher National Diploma - Urban and Regional Planning
Federal Polytechnic
National Diploma - Urban and Regional Planning
Federal Polytechnic
Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) - undefined
Apoi National High School
Post Graduate Diploma - Urban and Regional Planning
Federal University of Technology
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