Joanne Ayodi

Throughout my 24-year career, I have navigated financial management and programme leadership, driving high-stakes global initiatives across Europe, Africa, India, the Middle East, the USA, and the Caribbean. With 15 years in project management, I’ve led IT and fintech integrations, overseen Oracle and SAP deployments, and facilitated seamless financial transitions to shared service centres.

My expertise bridges strategy and execution, ensuring stakeholder engagement and risk management drive efficiency and collaboration. Key achievements include implementing Oracle across 27 African countries, managing finance transitions in 13 nations, and leading a global SAP-powered transformation across multiple regions, impacting over 80,000 staff.

I am passionate about operational excellence, establishing Centres of Excellence to enhance productivity and introduce innovative strategies. My work fosters continuous improvement, streamlining business processes and reducing administrative burdens.

Beyond technical expertise, I specialize in change management, guiding organisations through transitions with strategic communication, training, and readiness assessments. Aligning projects with business objectives, I ensure seamless adoption and stakeholder satisfaction.

With a strong foundation in financial management, I have overseen complex budgets, ensuring financial prudence and accountability in large-scale programmes. My analytical approach supports informed decision-making, reinforcing organisational effectiveness.

Additionally, I am proactive in data privacy and protection, leading compliance initiatives to safeguard sensitive information. My attention to best practices, combined with expertise in reviewing AI-generated content, strengthens organisational resilience in a data-driven world.

Through innovation and inclusive leadership, I empower teams and drive impactful projects that enhance programme and project management capabilities, setting new benchmarks for excellence.