Abel KOFI YEBOAH
ACCRA
Summary
Urban planning professional with a strong track record in creating technical solutions for complex urban challenges, leading to sustainable outcomes. Demonstrated success in team building and technology integration to improve performance. Experience in collaborating with international organizations such as UN-Habitat and World Bank to deliver impactful urban development solutions.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
METROPOLITAN HEAD PLANNING, PHY PLANNING DEP'T
SEKONDI TAKORADI METROPOLITAN ASSEMBLY
Sekondi-Takoradi
05.2017 - Current
- Board Member, Western Regional Lands Commission - 2020 to 2024. Bought urban land use and management dynamics to the team.
- Project preparation for climate change projects and lead STMA's business matchmaking and pitching key urban projects.
- Led STMA to sign the Covenant of Mayors - Focal Person CoMSSA.
- Coordinated land use policies as Secretary for Spatial Planning Committee and Technical Sub-Planning Committee.
- Enhanced development application transparency by facilitating easy client access to permit processes.
- Set up public data room and classified archive room for efficient data management.
- Led establishment of Planning and Building Inspectorate Unit for regulatory compliance.
- Organized Development Control Week biannually to raise awareness of planning regulations.
- Effectively communicated department goals and industry trends, supporting strategic objectives.
- Actively engaged as member of STMA Core Management Team, influencing key initiatives.
DISTRICT DIRECTOR OF TOWN PLANNING
NINGO-PRAMPRAM DISTRICT ASSEMBLY
NINGO-PRAMPRAM
01.2013 - 05.2017
- Speared key urban development initiatives in Ningo-Prampran
- Introduced Ningo-pram360 for a transparent process of development application.
- Led in the delivery of the Planned City Extension, resulting in the Ningo-Prampram Urban Extension Master Concept Plan design.
- Managed quality assurance for 12 planning schemes and master plans.
- Spearheaded 10 community and traditional authority engagements in land use planning.
- Resolved eight conflicts, negotiating mutually beneficial agreements between involved parties.
- Organized inaugural Development Control Awareness Week to enhance community engagement.
SHORT TERM CONSULTANT
WORLD BANK
Accra
09.2013 - 03.2016
PROJECT MANAGER
MIN. OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT & RURAL DEVELOPMENT/ ACCRA METROPOLITAN ASSEMBLY
ACCRA
01.2005 - 12.2013
- Coordinated international experts' work on Urban Management Land Information System (UMLIS) Project.
- Prepared quarterly project progress reports and reviewed all technical reports by experts for approval.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives by setting realistic timelines and checkpoints.
- Developed and initiated two subprojects, including managing costs, schedule, and performance.
- Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with international experts and local consultants to manage performance.
- Drove a 30-member team to success through a shared vision and recognition of quality performance at a multi-stakeholder level.
- Coordinated three project teams specializing in UMLIS system design and development, and Geographic Information System activities.
ASSISTANT TOWN PLANNING OFFICER
ACCRA METROPOLITAN ASSEMBLY
ACCRA
01.2005 - 12.2007
- Facilitated strategic planning and operational oversight for Head of Department.
- Executed research and development initiatives that advanced urban planning innovation.
- Oversaw new projects from inception to completion, meeting all deadlines.
- Developed budget proposals and action plans to enhance departmental efficiency.
Education
MBA - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
UNIV. OF EASTERN FINLAND
JEONSUU, FINLAND12.2015
Master of Science - BIO-ECONOMY AND NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
UNIV. OF EASTERN FINLAND
JEONSUU, FINLAND12.2015
BSc. - PLANNING
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
KUMASI, GHANA06.2002
Skills
- Ability to initiate key urban project proposals and seek funding partners to drive accelerated city development
- Competent in climate change adaptation and mitigation methods
- In-depth geographic analysis techniques
- Project oversight skills
- Land use database administration
- Technology integration capabilities
- Adept in the principles of city planning
- Field inventory operations strategy
- Capacity assessment and data management
Certification
- Dec 2022 investment appraisal and risk analysis, Univ
of Ghana
- Sep 2021 Certified Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Foundation
- Sep 2019, International Leadership in Urban Governance, Singapore
- Oct 2014 Comprehensive City Planning, Japan
- Aug 2011: Street addressing and management, World Bank
- Sep 2007, Urban Land Administration, Sweden
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/05/78
- Nationality: GHANAIAN
- Marital Status: MARRIED
Languages
- ENGLISH, FORMAL, AVERAGE, AVERAGE, AVERAGE
- FRENCH, FORMAL, POOR, AVERAGE, POOR
- TWI, MOTHER TONGUE, PERFECT, PERFECT, PERFECT
References
- Dr. Audrey Smock Amoah, Director General, National Development Planning Commission
- Mr. John Nana Owu, Metropolitan Coordinating Director, Tema Metropolitan Assembly, Sekondi, 0208160062
- DR. Emmanuel Ebanyele, senior research scientist, Forest Research Institute of Ghana, Kumasi, 0508541272, eebanyele@gmail.com
- Mr. Kwadwo Yeboah, Chief Executive Officer, Land Use and Spatial Planning Authority, Accra, 0240593663, ykwadwo@ymail.com
Managerial Experience Years
15
Languages
Twi
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Elementary (A2)
A2
Total Years Of Experience
20
Timeline
METROPOLITAN HEAD PLANNING, PHY PLANNING DEP'T
SEKONDI TAKORADI METROPOLITAN ASSEMBLY
05.2017 - Current
SHORT TERM CONSULTANT
WORLD BANK
09.2013 - 03.2016
DISTRICT DIRECTOR OF TOWN PLANNING
NINGO-PRAMPRAM DISTRICT ASSEMBLY
01.2013 - 05.2017
PROJECT MANAGER
MIN. OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT & RURAL DEVELOPMENT/ ACCRA METROPOLITAN ASSEMBLY
01.2005 - 12.2013
ASSISTANT TOWN PLANNING OFFICER
ACCRA METROPOLITAN ASSEMBLY
01.2005 - 12.2007
MBA - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
UNIV. OF EASTERN FINLAND
Master of Science - BIO-ECONOMY AND NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
UNIV. OF EASTERN FINLAND
BSc. - PLANNING
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
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