Blessing Inwang

A Project Manager with 3 years of experience in a construction, retail trade and production environment, holding a Master's degree in Project Management from the University of Sunderland. Have been successful in directing multi-stakeholder projects, leading cross-functional collaboration to achieve project goals, and implementing effective project management strategies. 

Expertise in stakeholder management, cost management, and business analysis skills which resulted in improved project efficiency and profitability. Possesses excellent communication, collaboration, and team-building skills and have worked with various project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, and Confluence. With detail-oriented and analytical approach, is able to solve complex problems and ensure project success. Passionate for self-development and working with diversified teams makes this candidate stands out in a project management role.

As a Project Manager and Business Manager, I have gained over 3 years of experience in managing projects in construction, retail trade, and production industries. My Master's degree in Project Management from the University of Sunderland has equipped me with the necessary skills to successfully direct multi-stakeholder projects, lead cross-functional teams, and implement effective project management strategies.

During my tenure as a Junior project manager at Crush Fashion Enterprise, I directed a multi-stakeholder retail fashion store project and led 23 team members across various regions to develop and launch a software product for 20,000 end-users. I ensured transparent communication with stakeholders, achieving a 99% success rate and high partner satisfaction upon project completion within the set timeline.

I improved project management by implementing Microsoft Project to track progress, assign tasks, and responsibilities. I produced detailed weekly progress reports that informed stakeholders of project milestones, budget, and potential risks, resulting in effective communication and informed decision-making. I achieved a 30% increase in sales and positive feedback from clients and the market by leading cross-functional collaboration with the engineering team to develop and launch a mobile software product.

I improved efficiency and profitability by identifying and resolving a bottleneck in product development, reducing costs by 15% and development time by 20%. I conducted root cause analysis and proposed streamlined processes, resulting in approval from the business owner for implementation. Additionally, I achieved successful development and launch of a new product by collaborating cross-functionally with marketing, sales, and customer support teams.

Throughout the product development lifecycle, I ensured seamless collaboration by facilitating regular cross-functional team meetings, resulting in effective communication and alignment among teams. My experience in project management has equipped me with the necessary skills to solve complex problems, ensure project success, and work with diversified teams. I am passionate about self-development and always strive to improve my skills and knowledge to excel in my role as a project manager.

I hold a Master's degree in Project Management from the University of Sunderland, which I earned in 2022. This educational background has equipped me with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in project management roles.

During my Master's program, I gained an in-depth understanding of project planning, risk management, budget management, communication, leadership, time management, problem-solving, quality assurance, change management, resource management, contract negotiation and management, scope management, project scheduling, project tracking and reporting, team building and collaboration, procurement management, and vendor management.

Furthermore, the program helped me to develop my analytical and critical thinking skills, allowing me to approach complex problems with a detail-oriented and strategic mindset. As a result, I am able to create effective project management strategies and solutions that have improved project efficiency and profitability.

In addition to my Master's degree, I hold a Bachelor's degree in Theatre Arts from Delta State University, Abraka, where I earned a First Class Honors in Project Management and a Second Class Upper in Theatre Arts. This background in theatre has enhanced my communication, collaboration, and team-building skills, enabling me to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

Overall, my educational background in project management and theatre arts has provided me with a unique skill set that allows me to approach projects with creativity and strategic thinking. I am confident that my education, combined with my professional experience, makes me an asset in project management roles.