GOGrace Okereke
@graceokereke
Results-driven Project Manager delivering strategic, data-driven technology and business transformation programs.
CanadaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Project Manager with 10+ years leading cross-functional teams and delivering enterprise-wide technology, operations, and business transformation initiatives. I blend Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid methodologies to ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget constraints.
Throughout my career I have built and led PMOs, standardized governance frameworks, and overseen portfolios of strategic initiatives that improved visibility and performance. I use data analytics and automated reporting (Power BI, Tableau, Excel) to inform decisions and drive measurable outcomes.
My achievements include reducing delivery delays and cycle times, improving quality metrics and sponsor satisfaction, and achieving strong regulatory compliance in highly regulated environments. I have a track record of driving cost savings, operational efficiencies, and stakeholder alignment.
I am committed to continuous improvement, strong stakeholder engagement, and delivering business value through disciplined project, program, and portfolio management practices.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Project Manager
Sinot Tech Solutions Ltd
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)
Directed multiple technology transformation projects, implementing automated Power BI dashboards that reduced manual effort by 25% and cutting delivery delays by 25% while keeping budget variance below 5%.
Payment Project Manager
The Very Group
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 10 months)
Designed data-driven payment negotiation strategies with a 90% recovery success rate and automated monitoring/reporting that increased operational efficiency by 30% while ensuring FCA/FOS compliance.
PMO Manager
Ampifire
Jan 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)
Established and managed the PMO, overseeing 10+ projects and introducing performance KPIs and dashboards that improved executive visibility by 35% and increased team productivity by 20%.
Business Development Project Manager
Outori Ltd
Jan 2017 - Jan 2020 (3 years)
Directed end-to-end delivery of client projects, achieving 80% account retention and driving 30% portfolio expansion through analytics-led strategy realignment and cross-functional team leadership.
SHSupported PMO functions to achieve a 95% on-time delivery rate for critical initiatives by improving scheduling, automating reporting, and reducing documentation errors by 15%.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
RKY Consulting Services Ltd
CPD Accredited Certificate, Project Management / Business Analysis
Completed a CPD-accredited Project Management and Business Analyst program focused on practical PM and BA skills.
UMUniversity of the East, Manila
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
Master of Business Administration covering core business administration and management subjects.
University of Nigeria
Bachelor of Science, Geology
Bachelor of Science in Geology with coursework in geological sciences and field methods.
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