Rita Okere
@ritaokere
Experienced HR professional with a focus on employee engagement and performance.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Human Resources professional with over 8 years of experience in various HR functions, including recruitment, employee engagement, and performance management. My recent role as Chief Human Resources Officer at Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc allowed me to oversee all HR functions, develop policies, and foster a culture of inclusion and diversity. I take pride in my ability to build and manage high-performing HR teams, providing coaching and mentoring to enhance their capabilities.
Throughout my career, I have achieved significant milestones, such as redesigning the performance management system, which resulted in a 50% increase in employee satisfaction and a 30% boost in productivity. Additionally, I successfully implemented a new benefits program that cut costs by 50% while improving employee satisfaction. My experience as an Employee Engagement Specialist further honed my skills in analyzing employee feedback and designing initiatives that increased engagement scores by 10%.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Chief Human Resources Officer
Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc
Jul 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 2 months)
Oversaw all human resources functions, including recruitment, performance management, and compensation. Developed HR policies and fostered a culture of inclusion and diversity, leading to significant improvements in employee satisfaction and productivity.
Chief Human Resources Officer
Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc
Jul 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 2 months)
Oversaw all human resources functions including recruitment, performance management, and benefits administration. Developed HR policies and fostered a culture of inclusion and diversity, leading to significant improvements in employee satisfaction and productivity.
Employee Engagement Specialist
Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc
Apr 2019 - Jun 2023 (4 years 2 months)
Conducted employee surveys and designed engagement initiatives to improve employee satisfaction and well-being. Collaborated with HR to foster a positive work culture, resulting in increased engagement scores.
Employee Engagement Specialist
Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc
Apr 2019 - Jun 2023 (4 years 2 months)
Conducted employee surveys and designed engagement initiatives to improve employee satisfaction and well-being. Collaborated with HR to foster a positive work culture, resulting in increased engagement scores.
Event Coordinator
Eloh & Co
Jan 2004 - Mar 2019 (15 years 2 months)
Managed all aspects of event planning, including logistics, vendor coordination, and budget management. Successfully executed over 50 events and developed a sponsorship program that increased revenue significantly.
Event Coordinator
Eloh & Co
May 2004 - Mar 2019 (14 years 10 months)
Managed all aspects of event planning including venue selection, vendor coordination, and budget management. Successfully executed over 50 events and developed a new sponsorship program that increased revenue.
Digital Marketing Specialist
Not Provided
Aug 2006 - Jul 2011 (4 years 11 months)
Developed and executed comprehensive marketing strategies and campaigns aligned with company goals. Managed social media content calendars and stayed updated on social media trends and best practices.
Admin
Event Coordinator
Jan 2000 - Jan 2004 (4 years)
Assisted in administrative duties including scheduling, organizing files, and supporting recruitment and onboarding processes. Improved office organization through a new filing system.
Admin
Event Coordinator
Jan 2000 - Jan 2004 (4 years)
Assisted with administrative duties, recruitment, and onboarding. Implemented a new filing system that improved document organization and retrieval across the office.
Product Manager
Broadlink Aviation & Cargo Services Limited
Jan 2003 - Jun 2003 (5 months)
Conducted market research and collaborated with teams to launch a new product line, generating significant revenue. Managed the product life cycle and improved customer satisfaction through feedback.
Product Manager
Broadlink Aviation & Cargo Services Limited
Jan 2003 - Jun 2003 (5 months)
Conducted market research and collaborated with teams to launch a new product line, achieving significant revenue and customer satisfaction improvements through user feedback integration.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Social Media Marketing
Certification, Social Media Marketing
2024 - 2024
Professional Diploma in Social Media Management and Advertising
Professional Diploma, Social Media Management
2024 - 2024
Hybrid Work: Upskilling for Digital Acceleration
Certification, Digital Acceleration
2022 - 2022
Human Resources Business Partner
Certification, Human Resources
2019 - 2019
Project Management Training in Accordance with the PMBOK
Training, Project Management
2013 - 2013
Lagos State University
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Relations
2006 - 2011
Studied Industrial Relations and Personnel Management, focusing on various aspects of human resources including recruitment, employee engagement, and performance management.
Lagos State University
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Relations and Personnel Management
2006 - 2011
Studied Industrial Relations and Personnel Management, focusing on various aspects of human resources including recruitment, employee relations, and performance management.
BSC, Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
2006 - 2011
Activities and societies: Developed and executed social media content calendars for all social media platforms and stayed up-to-date on social media trends and best practices.
Developed and executed comprehensive marketing strategies and campaigns that align with the company's goals and objectives.
Microsoft Excel (Basic) Training Programs
Certificate of Completion, Microsoft Excel
2010 - 2010
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
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