CHIZOBA OKAFOR
@chizobaokafor
PPM Planner & Programme Manager driving operational excellence and efficiency.
IrelandWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven PPM Planner and Programme Manager with cross-sector experience in preventive maintenance, executive education, and operations management. I have a proven record of using CAFM/PPM tools (Maximo, Planon, Concept) to schedule, monitor, and optimise asset performance and to reduce maintenance backlogs while improving service efficiency.
I have coordinated high-level programmes at Trinity College Dublin working with partners such as Google, PwC and Dublin City Council, managed budgets and logistics, and delivered measurable improvements in participant satisfaction and operational KPIs. I prioritise stakeholder engagement, clear communication, process improvement, and delivering reliable, timely outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Planned Preventive Maintenance Coordinator
Mitie Ireland
Jan 2025 - Present (9 months)
Manage the Planned Preventive Maintenance System, scheduling and tracking maintenance across departments and implemented workflow changes that reduced backlog by 15% within six months.
Programme Manager
Trinity Education
May 2024 - Dec 2024 (7 months)
Managed 15 executive programmes for 150+ participants, coordinated industry partners (Google, PwC, Dublin City Council), and streamlined operations to achieve 100% on-time session delivery and improved satisfaction scores.
Clerical Officer
Coimisiún na Meán
Feb 2024 - May 2024 (3 months)
Processed 50+ purchase orders and supplier agreements monthly, accelerated invoice approvals by 20%, and supported finance with weekly creditor reports to improve financial visibility.
Administrative Assistant
Ogier Leman
Aug 2023 - Feb 2024 (6 months)
Provided administrative support to a legal team handling 30+ cases, coordinated 15+ client meetings weekly, and streamlined document filing to cut processing time by 25%.
Receptionist
The Pensions Authority
May 2023 - Aug 2023 (3 months)
Managed 80+ daily calls and visitor enquiries, coordinated 20+ weekly meeting room bookings with zero conflicts, and improved mail distribution efficiency by 15%.
ASSupported onboarding for 10+ hires, coordinated 25+ maintenance requests and tracked inventory to reduce supply shortages by 30%, and assisted in planning team events to boost engagement.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
NINational College of Ireland
Master of Science, Entrepreneurship
2022 - 2023
Completed an MSc in Entrepreneurship focusing on venture development, business planning, and innovation management.
UBUniversity of Bradford
Master of Science, Human Resource Management
2014 - 2015
Completed an MSc in Human Resource Management covering HR strategy, employment law, and talent management.
UNUniversity of Nigeria, Nsukka
Bachelor of Science, Philosophy
2008 - 2012
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Philosophy with coursework in ethics, logic, and critical thinking.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
IrelandAuthorized to work in
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