I’m seeking a role where I can apply my skills in product management, UX design, and QA to deliver impactful, user-focused solutions. I value cross-functional collaboration, driving products from idea to launch, and using data to refine them. I’m motivated by growth, innovation, and building products that simplify and improve people’s lives.
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Rita Ehichioya
@ritaehichioya
Results-driven Product Manager skilled in 0-to-1 building, UX design, and QA to deliver high-impact, user-focused solutions.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Product Manager with expertise in product strategy, product lifecycle management, and cross-functional leadership, blending 0-to-1 product launches, UX design, and QA-driven delivery to create scalable, user-focused solutions that deliver measurable results.
Over my career, I have:
- Led end-to-end product development from concept to launch, achieving 70% growth in user engagement, 40% faster loan recovery, and 35% reduction in approval time.
- Built and scaled products across industries including fintech, HR tech, Edtech, and talent marketplaces.
- Collaborated with global teams in the U.S., Africa, and fully remote environments to ship high-quality products on time and within scope.
- Designed and executed roadmaps, MVPs, and product iterations using Agile and Lean methodologies.
Core Skills:
Product Management, Product Roadmap, Product Strategy, User Experience (UX), Agile, Scrum, MVP Development, Stakeholder Management, User Research, Product Analytics, Wireframing, Jira, Figma, A/B Testing, Data-Driven Decision Making, Product Discovery, Cross-Functional Team Leadership.
What sets me apart:
I combine strategic vision with hands-on execution. My UX background ensures intuitive, human-centered design, while my QA discipline guarantees performance, usability, and compliance standards are met before launch. Adaptable across industries, markets, and regulatory environments, I ensure products meet both business goals and user needs.
I thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments, turning ambiguity into actionable strategies that deliver impact.
📩 Let’s Connect
Whether you’re launching your next big idea or scaling a global product, I’m open to opportunities to collaborate and create value.
Email: rita.ehichioya@gmail.com
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Current
Product Manager
Semicolon Africa
Jul 2025 - Present (11 months)
- Recruitment & Hiring Platform (beta launch): delivered end-to-end employer and talent workflows. Early beta data suggest a potential to reduce recruiter effort by ~40% and increase completion rates by ~30%.
- Championed cross-functional collaboration with engineering, design, and leadership, aligning stakeholders on priorities and accelerating delivery velocity by ~25%.
Product Manager
Evolve Credit
May 2023 - Feb 2025 (1 year 9 months)
- Led end-to-end product lifecycle for innovative lending solutions, boosting user engagement by 70% and increasing market share by 15% within six months
- Developed and launched an Arrears Management System, reducing loan recovery time by 40% through process automation, significantly improving operational efficiency
- Integrated payment solutions, driving a 20% improvement in on-time repayments
Product Manager
Royal Exchange Microfinance Bank
Jan 2023 - May 2023 (4 months)
- Led product initiatives that promoted financial inclusion for underserved communities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive impactful solutions.
- Partnered with customer support teams, implementing process improvements that boosted customer satisfaction by 20% through faster response times and seamless issue resolution.
Product Manager
Pendulum HQ
Feb 2022 - Dec 2022 (10 months)
- Led market research and competitive analysis to inform fintech product strategies, contributing to the company’s expansion into new markets.
- Defined product strategy and roadmap, ensuring seamless alignment with business objectives and long-term vision.
- Collaborated with design and engineering teams to create scalable and user-centric solutions.
Product Manager Intern
Afrisplash Remotely
Apr 2022 - Oct 2022 (6 months)
- Planned and launched Open Source AfriSplash, an Africa-based talent marketplace built through harnessing the power of community.
- Executed user experience research to identify problems and develop solutions using product sense and design thinking.
- Delivered product requirements documents (PRDs) to ensure user-centric product development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Federal University of Technology, Minna
Bachelor of Technology, Agriculture Science
2013 - 2018
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Looking for a job
Location
NigeriaAuthorized to work in
Portfolio
rita-ehichioya-portfolio.notion.site/Hi-I-m-Rita-a-Product-Manager-bc321f4c5faa4577b4cb9b4e341c73fdSalary expectations
100k-200k USD
Job categories
Skills
Product StrategyProduct Discovery SolutionsProject ManagementRoadmap DevelopmentMarket ResearchAgile MethodologiesProduct Feature PrioritizationDesign ThinkingProduct Lifecycle ManagementTeam CollaborationJourney MapsStakeholder ManagementUX DesignQA TestingAnalytical ThinkingTime ManagementProblem SolvingProduct Data AnalysisCompetitive Analysis
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