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Raphael Allotey

@raphaelallotey

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Results-driven executive assistant with expertise in strategic partnerships.

Ghana

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters collaboration, innovation, and growth opportunities.

I am a results-driven professional with over 5 years of experience in forging strategic partnerships and nurturing stakeholder relationships to fuel business growth. My expertise lies in delivering actionable insights that optimize operations and collaborating effectively with diverse teams to ensure compliance with best practices. I excel at driving solutions that align with business objectives, demonstrating a strong ability to listen and address client concerns with empathy and emotional intelligence.

Throughout my career, I have successfully liaised with various teams to implement new strategies and improve processes. For instance, during my time as a Senior Technical Writer at UpStack USA, I delivered over 2000 new profiles and enhanced the quality of existing ones, significantly contributing to the platform's success. My role as a Business Consultant has allowed me to develop robust business plans and provide insights that have helped over 20 clients optimize their operations and maximize ROI.

I am passionate about using design thinking and Agile principles to understand user needs and deliver creative solutions that enhance ROI for clients. My commitment to organized execution and timely delivery of projects has been a cornerstone of my professional journey, and I look forward to bringing this dedication to my next role.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Business Consultant

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Freelance

Jun 2016 - Present (9 years)

Developed and wrote robust business plans, proposals, and other technical documents for clients. Analyzed business data to provide insights and formulate business strategies, assisting clients in optimizing operations and maximizing ROI.

Business Planning Technical Documentation Data Analysis Business Strategy Process Optimization ROI

Senior Technical Writer

UpStack USA

Jul 2018 - Feb 2023 (4 years 7 months)

Designed new profiles and enhanced the quality of existing profiles to meet UpStack's revised style guide. Contributed to the quality and style guide of profiles on the platform and liaised with the Talent team to achieve profile targets.

Technical Writing Content Management Style Guide Quality Assurance Team Collaboration Profile Optimization

General Manager

RFGL Farms Limited

Jan 2014 - Jan 2018 (4 years)

Spearheaded the daily operations of the company, overseeing all planning, reporting, and control tasks to reduce costs and improve operations. Delivered improvements to operational processes, procedures, and performance, increasing farm output by 50%.

Operations Management Strategic Planning Process Improvement Performance Optimization Team Leadership

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

KreativeStorm

Business Analysis Class, Business Analysis

Completed a business analysis class at KreativeStorm, focusing on key principles and practices in the field. Gained practical skills in analyzing business needs and developing solutions.

The Job Hackers

Agile MBA Class, Agile Management

Participated in The Job Hackers Agile MBA Class, acquiring knowledge in Agile methodologies and their application in business. Developed an understanding of modern management practices.

McKinsey

Forward Program, Business Strategy

Completed the McKinsey Forward Program, gaining insights into strategic thinking and business problem-solving. Enhanced skills relevant to consulting and enterprise management.

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology

MSc Business Consulting & Enterprise Risk Management, Business Consulting & Enterprise Risk Management

Pursued a Master of Science in Business Consulting & Enterprise Risk Management. Focused on advanced concepts in business strategy, risk assessment, and management consulting.