Idris Ogungbo
@idrisogungbo
IT Project/Program Manager and business technology leader driving digital transformation.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven IT Project/Program Manager and Business Technology Executive with extensive experience leading high-performing teams across investment banking, fintech, maritime IT, and telecommunications. I deliver projects end-to-end using Agile and Waterfall methodologies while optimizing limited resources to achieve measurable outcomes.
I have led PMOs, established Strategic Business Units, managed regulatory relationships with bodies like the Central Bank of Nigeria, and driven digital transformation initiatives including platform and website development. I co-founded a virtual technology hub focused on training millions of African youths and have a track record of building revenue streams, developing talent, and fostering stakeholder alignment.
Hands-on in project planning, risk management, budgeting, vendor management, and cross-functional collaboration, I combine strategic thinking with operational discipline to implement SOPs, improve processes, and ensure compliance. I hold an MSc in Information Technology and certifications including Certified Scrum Master, PRINCE2 Foundation, and membership with PMI and professional bodies.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Group Program Manager
Sohcahtoa Innovative Ltd
Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Spearheading strategic diversification and growth across the group, leading the PMO to deliver programs that meet regulatory standards and align with corporate strategy. Implemented SOPs, established new SBUs, and managed regulatory relationships with CBN, NDPC, and SEC to ensure compliance and operational excellence.
Co-Founder & Strategic Lead
ANGT-HUB
Sep 2022 - Present (3 years 4 months)
Co-founded a virtual tech hub focused on training millions of African youths; designed scalable learning platforms, partnerships, and curricula in coding, data science, AI, and blockchain to drive digital skills adoption and employability.
Project Manager
Triumph Technology Solutions Ltd
Jul 2014 - Jun 2016 (1 year 11 months)
Led client engagements and cross-functional teams to deliver tailored technology solutions, overseeing requirements gathering, deployment, UAT, and post-implementation support to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Technical Support Officer
Gannet City Ltd
Feb 2013 - Jan 2014 (11 months)
Provided first- and second-level technical support, maintained IT systems, logged and resolved incidents within SLA, and delivered user training and technical documentation to improve service reliability.
Projects Manager
Fincode / SDSD
Established and implemented project management processes and methodologies to deliver medium-to-large cross-functional projects across multiple countries, managing budgets, resources, risks, and stakeholder communications to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National Open University of Nigeria
Master of Science, Information Technology
Completed a Master of Science in Information Technology, focusing on advanced IT concepts and applied technologies.
National Open University of Nigeria
Bachelor of Science (Honours), Computer Science
Earned a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Computer Science covering programming, systems, and software development principles.
Tai Solarin College of Education
Nigeria Certificate in Education, Computer Science & Mathematics
Completed the Nigeria Certificate in Education with a focus on Computer Science and Mathematics to prepare for teaching and educational roles.
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