Okezie Stanley

I am fueled by an unwavering passion for harnessing technology to overcome real-world business challenges. With a rich career spanning over a decade, I am dedicated to promptly delivering tangible value through the application of my diverse skill set, driving organizations towards their goals.

At my core, I excel in business analysis and project management, overseeing essential facets such as meticulous planning, adept requirements management, innovative product design, rigorous quality assurance, thorough acceptance testing, and seamless user training and support. These competencies have manifested in a series of triumphant IT projects, including:

- Designing and deploying a Learning Management System for Africa's largest open and distance learning institution.

- Successfully integrating an online payment aggregation system for government operations.

- Overseeing multiple tax administration and collection system deployments.

- Implementing a cutting-edge SaaS for Hospital and Patient Administration Systems.

- Deploying an AI-based traveler profiler in the battle against Covid-19 transmission.

- Launching an SMS-based confidential reporting platform to combat terrorism in Nigeria.

To gain deeper insights into my journey and achievements, I encourage you to explore my LinkedIn profile (linkedin.com/in/stanleyuokezie) and peruse my attached curriculum vitae. I am eligible to work, reside in Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK; and will not require sponsorship. I am fully prepared and enthusiastic about channeling my skills into new opportunities.

In my pursuit of technological excellence and transformative impact, I am primed to collaborate with visionary organizations to achieve exceptional outcomes. Together, let's forge a path toward a brighter future.

Warm regards,

Stanley U. OKEZIE 

Newcastle Upon Tyne

With over a decade of experience in business analysis and a consistent history of driving successful projects and achieving impactful outcomes, I am confident in my ability to bring valuable contributions to your team.

In my career journey, I have showcased my proficiency in leading and overseeing the complete lifecycle of business analysis initiatives. My deep comprehension of business processes, coupled with a sharp eye for spotting optimization possibilities, has led to a track record of effectively delivering innovative solutions that align with strategic goals.

As a talented business analyst, I have refined my skills in translating intricate business requirements into actionable strategies. My knack for requirements elicitation & analysis, data analysis and interpretation, empowered by advanced analytical tools and methodologies, consistently provides insightful guidance for well-informed decision-making. I excel in conducting gap analyses and risk evaluations, ensuring timely and budget-conscious project completions that are in harmony with organizational objectives.

Moreover, I possess an adept understanding of emerging technologies and industry trends, enabling me to harness technology-driven solutions for augmenting operational efficiency and fostering business expansion. I excel in software system evaluation, driving implementation efforts, and managing seamless system integrations. My experience in supervising testing and quality assurance processes ensures that solutions are rigorously validated and meet the highest performance and reliability standards.

Beyond my technical expertise, I pride myself on my adept communication and influencing skills. I am skilled at fostering collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across various organizational levels. My ability to convey complex ideas in a clear and concise manner fosters shared understanding and facilitates sound decision-making. I have been recognized as a trusted advisor, guiding organizations through transformative phases with successful adoption and realization of intended benefits.

As a proactive and results-oriented professional, I thrive in dynamic and fast-paced environments. My strong leadership acumen and knack for motivating teams to reach their utmost potential are widely acknowledged. Embracing continuous improvement, I actively seek opportunities to refine processes, streamline operations, and elevate organizational excellence.

I am genuinely enthused about the prospect of contributing to your organization's success, harnessing my skills and experience as a senior business analyst to drive strategic value and instigate positive change. My comprehensive skill set, combined with my deep passion for business analysis, position me well to make a significant impact.

(2012) Bachelors (B.Tech) of Mathematics with Computer Science - FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, MINNA, NIGERIA

(2023) Agile with Atlassian Jira - Atlassian University on Coursera 
(2023) Business Analysis Certification Training (CBAP) - 3P Consulting 
(2021) SQL - MySQL for Data Analytics and Business Intelligence - Udemy 
(2019) Agile Development and Scrum - IBM on Coursera
(2015) Strategic Management - Open Universities Australia 
(2014) Business Analysis Foundation Training - Jerman Consulting
(2014) Project Management Professional - Afrihub Technology Institute