Olu Faokunla

Led and provided second-level management oversight for 50+ Federal and contract staff, managing daily operations of U.S. Federal Retirement and Benefit systems with a $17 million yearly budget. Oversaw the processing of 2.7 million monthly payments totaling approximately $60 billion annually, providing financial accounting and Trust Fund IT management support. Guided and mentored first-line superv

Led and managed a government-wide financial management eCollections initiative, converting paper-based federal non-tax revenue collections to electronic channels. Conducted quantitative and qualitative research studies to analyze financial collection profiles and identify electronic conversion opportunities. Supervised and mentored a team of financial and management program specialists, providing

Managed and led a complex multi-million-dollar Business Intelligence software development project for the Financial Information Repository (FIR). Completed all phases of the governance process, including developing and obtaining approvals for the Business Case and technical architecture. Developed the FIR Concept of Operations and coordinated efforts among various internal and external stakeholder

Led, planned, coordinated, and executed cross-functional projects focused on process improvement and compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12). Managed a data center relocation project, ensuring the movement of critical Federal Payments Management and Debt Management systems. Partnered with officials from other Treasury bureaus to develop and implement technical and adm

Provided comprehensive database and local area network (LAN) management, administration, and support for critical agency infrastructure, systems, and applications across Mid-tier (Windows and UNIX) and Mainframe platforms. Performed regular database operational tasks including creation, reorganization, backup, recovery, performance tuning, and upgrades in various environments. Offered technical ex

Provided LAN administration and desktop support for critical agency infrastructure, systems, and applications. Supported clients of the Financial Management Service (FMS) as a contractor. Ensured smooth operation and troubleshooting of network and user-level issues.

Provided client support services, assisting users with technical issues and ensuring smooth operation of systems. Collaborated with internal teams to resolve complex client problems and maintain service continuity. Delivered effective solutions to enhance client satisfaction.

Served as a contractor providing support analysis for General Electric Global Exchange Services (GXS). Assisted in resolving technical issues and maintaining system functionality. Contributed to the efficient operation of client systems.

Provided technical support and engineering assistance to clients, resolving software and hardware issues. Contributed to maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Assisted users with various technical inquiries and system diagnostics.

Led research efforts and reported on significant news events as a senior correspondent. Contributed to the factual accuracy and depth of news coverage for the national broadcaster. Managed research projects to support journalistic integrity.

Wrote articles and content for various communication projects, ensuring clarity and engagement. Collaborated with editorial teams to meet publication deadlines and standards. Contributed to diverse communication initiatives.

Reported on news and events, gathering information and conducting interviews for publication. Ensured timely and accurate dissemination of news to the public. Contributed to daily news cycles and special reports.

Conducted research for the Nigerian Institute of International Affairs as part of national service. Assisted in data collection, analysis, and report preparation on international relations topics. Supported senior researchers in various academic projects.

Grade: 3.615 / 4.0

Pursued a Master of Science degree focusing on Computer Systems Management. Gained expertise in various aspects of computer systems and their management.

Grade: B+

Activities and societies: Thesis: The Role of Foreign Direct Investment in Nigeria (1980-1990)

Completed a Master of Science degree with a thesis on 'The Role of Foreign Direct Investment in Nigeria (1980-1990)'. Focused on international relations and economic dynamics.

Grade: A -

Activities and societies: Long Essay: Iran and Iraq War: A Prelude to the Third World War?

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science with honors. Wrote a long essay titled 'Iran and Iraq War: A Prelude to the Third World War?'.

Grade: 4.0 / 4.0

Activities and societies: Won 2013 Dissertation Award, School of Public Policy and Administration (SPPA), Walden University

Specialized in Public Management and Leadership. Completed a dissertation titled 'Government-to-Government Electronic Government: A Case Study of Federal Financial Program (Treasury Offset Program)', which earned the 2013 Dissertation Award from the School of Public Policy and Administration.