TAIWO KOFOWOROLA M.
Osgoode,ON
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with a background in safety management, human resources, and communication seeking the Environmental Services Manager position at AgeCare. Bringing extensive experience in staff supervision, regulatory compliance, and facility maintenance to ensure the highest standards of environmental services in long-term care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Planner and Founder
kofz Events
04.2017 - Current
- Helped with end-to-end event planning process through meetings, walk-throughs and day-of execution.
- Collaborated with leadership and colleagues to coordinate staffing for each event.
- Coordinated plans and specific event needs with internal personnel.
- Liaised between clients and company to verify contract fulfillment.
- Handled client questions and concerns via different communication channels to deliver exceptional customer service.
- Secured event sponsorships and auction items for charitable initiatives.
- Managed accounts and worked to continuously develop new revenue from existing clients.
- Conducted onsite inspections prior to events to identify any potential issues or risks.
- Managed registration process including collecting participant information and issuing badges and tokens.
- Managed social media accounts associated with company's events portfolio.
- Created floor plans, seating arrangements, and other visuals as needed for each event.
- Ensured that all fire safety regulations were followed during the event.
Safety Officer
Molly Care
, Nigeria
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Implemented and monitored safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for residents and staff
- Conducted regular safety inspections and provided training on safety procedures
- Collaborated with management to develop and implement emergency response plans.
- Supervised safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Managed safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Maintained adequate supply of approved safety and PPE supplies for work force.
- Inspected premises and work of personnel to identify issues or non-conformity.
- Investigated, resolved and reported on occurrences documented on employee incident and accident reports.
- Monitored electronic surveillance systems, fire control systems and closed circuit security systems to keep eye on employee activities and behavior.
- Ensured that all employees had proper personal protective equipment available at their workstations.
HR Officer
Paragon Logistics
, Nigeria
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed recruitment processes including sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates
- Facilitated employee onboarding and orientation programs to ensure smooth transitions
- Developed and enforced health and safety policies and procedures to maintain compliance with regulations.
- Recruited, trained, screened and dismissed employees.
- Hired, trained and motivated employees to meet company goals for revenue and profit.
- Performed quantitative analysis and analyzed job classifications, duties and compensation.
- Enhanced organizational structures to promote alignment of components and overall framework.
- Supported top talent identification processes by interviewing candidates and executing onboarding, orientation, and benefits processes.
- Promoted readily available supplies by procuring items and taking inventory regularly.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the workplace.
Business Banker
Access Bank
2015 - 2017
- Maintained records of all customer interactions including account activity, deposits and withdrawals.
- Collaborated with internal departments when necessary.
- Responded promptly and effectively to inquiries from customers regarding their accounts or other issues.
- Assisted in the development of business plans, loan applications, cash flow projections, and other financial documents.
- Monitored client accounts on a regular basis to identify potential problems or opportunities for improvement.
- Analyzed client's credit history and provided recommendations regarding credit worthiness.
- Conducted market research to analyze competitive products and services.
- Evaluated loan requests from businesses according to established criteria.
Journalist Intern
punch newspaper
2013 - 2014
- Organized interviews with relevant subjects to gain additional information for stories or articles.
- Compiled data from multiple sources to create comprehensive reports on topics related to journalism.
- Provided feedback on story ideas presented by other members of the team.
- Attended press conferences and wrote summaries of events for publication.
- Utilized advanced editing software programs to refine written pieces prior to submission.
- Researched archival material related to specific stories or topics being investigated.
- Developed story ideas through collaboration with senior journalists and editors.
- Conducted in-depth research and interviews for investigative stories.
Marketing Assistant
Shoprite Superstore
2009 - 2012
- Adapted marketing strategy to fit consumer preferences and expectations.
- Collaborated with marketing team on new ideas and directions to support events and customer communication projects.
- Assisted with copywriting, artwork and web workflow to facilitate print and digital marketing communications.
- Helped sales and marketing meet business objectives through customer advocacy programs and initiatives.
- Partnered with marketing team to create original content for social media channels.
- Organized and inventoried marketing closet to maintain company swag.
- Developed and maintained content and communications to drive marketing campaigns, activities and events.
- Performed content management duties to upkeep shared drives and content libraries.
- Maintained CRM system and marketing automation tools to keep data up-to-date.
- Organized promotional events, including scheduling speakers and coordinating activities.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone calls and emails while maintaining a friendly attitude.
Education
Human Resources, Marketing, and Entrepreneurship -
Trent University
01.2024
Master of Arts in Communications Studies -
Bayero University Kano
01.2018
Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and Communication Studies -
Osun State University
01.2015
Skills
- Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements including the Long-Term Care Act, Nursing Home Act, and Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Proficient in building trades and maintenance practices to oversee facility upkeep effectively
- Exceptional managerial and supervisory skills, with a track record of leading teams to achieve organizational objectives
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, demonstrated through conducting in-service education sessions and facilitating staff meetings
- Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage resources efficiently
- Scheduling expertise
- Budget Development
- Project Planning
- Decision-Making
- Time management abilities
- Written Communication
- Professionalism
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Logistics Coordination
- Multitasking
- Process Improvement
- Excellent Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Program Evaluation
- Problem-Solving
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Interpersonal Communication
- Improvement plan knowledge
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Business Development
Certification
- Personal Support Worker (PSW) Certificate
- First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Non-Violence Crisis Intervention Certificate
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Safety Officer
Molly Care
01.2018 - 01.2023
Lead Planner and Founder
kofz Events
04.2017 - Current
HR Officer
Paragon Logistics
01.2016 - 01.2018
Business Banker
Access Bank
2015 - 2017
Journalist Intern
punch newspaper
2013 - 2014
Marketing Assistant
Shoprite Superstore
2009 - 2012
Human Resources, Marketing, and Entrepreneurship -
Trent University
Master of Arts in Communications Studies -
Bayero University Kano
Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and Communication Studies -
Osun State University
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