Victory Onya

MY PORTFOLIO Victory Onya SENIOR PRODUCT MANAGER, FINTECH AND DIGITAL SOLUTIONS EXPERT EMAIL ME- BIO Product Manager, Product Owner, Project Manager I am a high-performing Product Manager passionate about creating impactful solutions at the crossroads of business, technology, and finance. With a customer-first mindset and a knack for prioritizing what truly matters, I’ve led the development of products that solve user challenges and deliver measurable business results. Drawing on my expertise in Agile methodologies, Scrum principles, and advanced product management tools, I specialize in turning market insights and user research into innovative, scalable products. My focus on optimization and value creation has enabled me to successfully collaborate with diverse, multidisciplinary teams, achieving outcomes that exceed expectations. What Drives Me: Bridging the gap between technology and users by crafting solutions that are not only innovative but also inclusive. Collaborating with forward-thinking #ProductLeadership #Innovation #Scalability #Impact teams to address systemic challenges and create opportunities for growth and impact. Continuously learning and applying cutting-edge tools and techniques to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Educational Background Expertise Tools Agile Product Development and Sprint Jira, Microsoft Planner, Azure planning DevOps Business Analysis Google Analytics, Mixpanel Strategic Planning SharePoint, Confluence Business Development Teams, Slack, Quantic School of Business and API and Integrations MySQL, PostgreSQL Technology Product Lifecycle Planning MBA Go-to-Market Strategy August, 2023 Product Requirement Analysis Stanford School Of Engineering Product Management Program. March, 2024. Cross-functional team leadership. University of Jos, Nigeria Quality Assurance Bsc. Economics. Remote team Management July, 2019. User Acceptance Testing Professional Background A results-driven professional with over 5 years of experience in Product Development, SEO, product management and design. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, driving customer acquisition and retention, and optimizing products through data-driven strategies. Highly knowledgeable in the digital financial landscape across Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda, and Côte d'Ivoire. Recognized for fostering collaboration, empowering diverse teams, and delivering scalable, innovative solutions that align with both business goals and customer needs. AFEX, Nigeria, Kenya. Product Lead, Banking Platforms. June 2023- Present Senior Product Manager, Banking Platforms. Sept 2022- June 2023 Product Manager. Feb 2022- Sept. 2022 Senior Analyst, Clearing and Settlement (Market control and Product Owner) Feb 2021 - Jan 2022 Clearing and Settlement Analyst. Nov 2019 - Jan 2021 Loveworld Incorporated, Port Harcourt, Nigeria Programs, Projects and Liaison Officer. June 2018-Oct 2019 WORK Cudie Mobile I worked with AFEX to create a simple, thoughtful and approachable B2C platform aimed at improving financial inclusion for farmers in rural areas. It offers services such as cash management, loan collection and repayments, and equity payments through mobile and USSD interfaces. The platform is designed to provide ease of access to financial services for underserved populations. Cudie Web A seamless B2B interface that allows Merchants and Businesses Manage their users and clients with detailed reports that gives insight son user activities and the access control to manage which team member handles what roles and functions Cudie USSD In my product management role for the Cudie USSD platform, I contributed to the design and development of a solution that offers financial services to underserved populations, specifically smallholder farmers who lack access to traditional banking infrastructure. A key feature of the platform is its ability to support low connectivity areas, ensuring that even farmers in remote locations can access essential services like cash management, loan collection, and repayments through simple mobile interactions. This focus on inclusivity and accessibility is central to empowering rural communities and driving financial inclusion. BankX I led the development of BankX, a core banking and loan management tool developed to facilitate loan origination and manage loans within the agricultural value chain. worked with cross-functional teams, creating and crafting user stories that streamlined financial operations for players in the agricultural sector and finance space particularly in the context of loan management. By using BankX, Financiers can manage loan disbursements, repayments, and related financial activities more efficiently. It also serves as a cost-saving solution by eliminating the need for third-party subscription services, offering a more tailored and direct approach to financial management in the agri-fintech space. BankX Other projects I worked on other B2B and B2C projects, products improvements and iterations. From payment solution, to commodity exchange and management, Supply and logistics app and tracking I help businesses create Products that become an identity Products that solve actual problems that users come to love, rely on and enjoy. Work with me! WORK DYNAMICS Abuja Nigeria Remote work Ability to relocate anywhere PHONE -, -. EMAIL -