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Gloria Francis

@gloriafrancis

Project Manager and Communications Strategist delivering digital products end-to-end with disciplined execution and clear stakeholder messaging.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can own end-to-end delivery using Agile discipline, continuously improve processes, and strengthen outcomes through crisp product and corporate communications that align engineering, business, and stakeholders.

I’m a Project Manager and Communications Strategist with 3 years of experience delivering digital products end-to-end across fintech, tech startups, and media companies. I lead cross-functional teams, stabilize delivery processes, and translate complex execution into clear stakeholder communication so everyone can move with confidence.

In my most recent work, I restructured a complex product initiative by identifying delivery risks and execution bottlenecks, re-establishing a scalable roadmap, and introducing formal delivery controls—reducing ad-hoc decision-making and improving roadmap clarity. I also optimized resource allocation and project spend, reducing budget inefficiencies by 30% while improving team delivery efficiency by 25%, and protected timelines by resolving delivery risks and internal coordination issues.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Project Manager

Current

On-The-Go Africa (OTG Africa)

Sep 2025 - Present (10 months)

Led the restructuring of a complex product initiative by identifying delivery risks and re-establishing a scalable, execution-ready roadmap. Implemented delivery controls and improved cross-functional execution and communication clarity.

Project Management Agile Scrum Sprint Planning Roadmapping Risk Management Delivery Controls Resource Allocation Budget Oversight KPI Tracking Documentation Standards Process Improvement

Current

Media Project Manager

Current

Zillion Media Consult

Jun 2025 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Managed media-ready communication assets including press releases, opinion pieces, narration scripts, and real-time news updates. Coordinated contributors and editors to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and relevance.

Media Production Commentary Writing Real Time Updates Editorial Coordination Content Strategy Copywriting

Project Manager & Comm Strategist

Mel-Fi Technology Limited

Dec 2023 - Aug 2025 (1 year 8 months)

Delivered three concurrent fintech products from ideation through MVP and launch readiness on time and within budget. Led cross-functional teams and supported product research, feature prioritization, and Play Store approval through QA/testing and remediation cycles.

Project Management Product Management Agile Scrum Sprint Planning Roadmapping Product Feature Prioritization Product Research QA Testing Go To Market Strategy Stakeholder Engagement Brand Content Strategy

Digital Marketing Associate / Operations

We Make Magic Studios

Aug 2024 - Dec 2024 (4 months)

Managed digital operations for product-based brands, including website content updates and promotional materials. Wrote product descriptions and ad copy, supported social media advertising performance monitoring, and coordinated video content production.

Digital Marketing Operations Copywriting Video Content Production Performance Monitoring Scheduling Content Delivery

Virtual Assistant & Comms Strategist

EXX Network

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)

Managed communication workflows across Slack and Telegram to increase community engagement. Created and supported marketing and content, including SEO-focused blog/LinkedIn content, and supported Scrum activities with reporting and coordination.

Slack Telegram Community Engagement Marketing Campaigns Content Marketing SEO LinkedIn Scrum Reporting Coordination

Content Writer & Comm Consultant

Freelance

Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 (2 years)

Provided content writing and communication strategy support to 10+ clients across tech, education, lifestyle, and personal branding. Delivered blog, email, and social media content and improved clients’ organic reach through research-driven SEO content strategies.

Content Writing Content Strategy SEO and Content Blog Writing Email Campaigns Social Media Content Client Communication Brand Representation