PERPETUA AGU| Project Manager-Professional Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Project Manager with over 2 years of experience in managing
diverse projects from inception to completion. Adept at leading cross-functional teams,
optimizing workflows, and ensuring project deliverables are met within scope, budget, and
timeline. Demonstrated expertise in both traditional and agile methodologies, with a strong
focus on stakeholder engagement and communication.
Key Expertise
● Project Planning and Execution
● Budget Management and Cost Control
● Risk Assessment and Mitigation
● Stakeholder Communication and Management
● Agile and Waterfall Methodologies
● Team Leadership and Development
● Performance Tracking and Reporting
Professional Strengths
● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
● Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
● Ability to adapt to changing environments and priorities
● Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget
● High level of organisation and attention to detail
Skills
● Project Management Tools:MS Project, Asana, Trello,Basecamp,Slack,ProjectLibre
● Communication Tools:MS Teams,Email, Google Workspace
● Software Proficiency:MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Methodologies
● Agile (Scrum, Kanban)
● Waterfall
Work Experience
Project Coordinator | Nearers.com - Nigerian Market Entry | Feb. 2024 - Present
Situation: Nearers.com sought to expand its user base and market presence into Nigeria, a
rapidly growing social media market.
Task: Lead the project to successfully launch Nearers.com in Nigeria, ensuring a seamless
user experience and strong brand adoption.
Action:
● Project Planning: Developed a comprehensive project plan outlining key milestones,
timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation.
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
●
Stakeholder Management: Identified and engaged key stakeholders across Sales,
Marketing, Customer Service, and IT. Facilitated workshops to gather requirements,
address concerns, and secure buy-in.
Market Analysis: Conducted thorough market research and competitor analysis to
understand the Nigerian social media landscape and identify key opportunities.
Strategy Development: Developed a localized value proposition and marketing
strategy tailored to the unique preferences and behaviors of Nigerian users.
Partnership Building: Cultivated strategic partnerships with Nigerian telecom
companies, mobile brands, and content creators to amplify reach and engagement.
Campaign Execution: Managed the execution of targeted marketing campaigns
across various channels, including digital advertising, social media, and influencer
partnerships.
Platform Localization: Overseen the localization of the Nearers platform to support
Nigerian languages and optimize the mobile app for low-bandwidth connections.
Payment Gateway Integration: Facilitated the integration of popular Nigerian
payment gateways to enable seamless transactions for users.
Team Management: Recruited and trained a dedicated customer support team with
local representatives to provide excellent customer service.
Risk Management: Proactively identified and mitigated potential risks throughout the
project lifecycle.
Issue Tracking & Reporting: Established clear communication channels and
maintained regular communication with stakeholders, providing timely project
updates and status reports.
Result:
● Successful Launch: Successfully launched Nearers.com in Nigeria, attracting a
significant number of new users within the initial launch period.
● User Engagement: Achieved high levels of user engagement and satisfaction
through targeted marketing campaigns and a localized platform experience.
● Strategic Partnerships: Secured valuable partnerships with key stakeholders,
expanding Nearers' reach and credibility in the Nigerian market.
● Customer Satisfaction: Established a strong customer support presence to address
user inquiries and resolve issues promptly, ensuring a positive user experience.
● Market Penetration: Successfully penetrated the Nigerian market and positioned
Nearers.com as a leading social media platform.
Trainings:
● Project Management Mastery Bootcamp: Digital Technology Business School,
London
References Available Upon Request
