Confucius Caradoc Bedzina
New Bakpa
Summary
Strategic Information Technology Manager skilled in guiding navigation of modern technology. Accustomed to driving efficiency and effectiveness by developing, delivering and supporting strategic plans. Demonstrated skill in translating technical requirements to business solutions.
Successful Four-year record of building positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Enthusiastic Technophile eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of tasks and training in skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the Tech Industry.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Information Technology
Bakpa Youth Empowerment Foundation
Bakpa
12.2020 - Current
- Analyzed department and job-related functionality requirements to align technology priorities with business needs.
- Developed and implemented technical application support and information technology policies and procedures that advanced investment needs, outcomes and performance measurements to balance continuous innovation with responsible risk-taking.
- Identified opportunities for application optimization, redesign and development and troubleshot and resolved user and application issues.
- Fostered positive working environment that encouraged innovation, collaboration and accountability and managed end-user needs with functional and security responsibilities.
- Deployed, monitored and maintained system installation, upgrades and network integration to achieve desired results.
- Stayed abreast of technology advancements, emerging standards and IS regulations through consultation to meet strategic technology goals.
Director
Citron Ghana
Adidome
07.2020 - Current
- Hired and directed teams to achieve daily and long-term operations and business goals.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to strategically affect operational direction.
- Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity.
- Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
Technology Trainer
Wineloya, Google Digital Skills For Africa
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Compiled IT training and assessment resources based on understanding of technical processes and skills-development needs
- Updated training coursework and requirements according to group and technology changes.
- Trained and mentored 2045 youths in Digital skills needed to match the skills needed in the employment sector
- Collaborated with Google to train youths in various Google products to maximise their business and growth
Coordinator of Volunteers
International Medical Associates For Global Health Empowerment
01.2018 - 06.2021
- Recruited and trained new volunteers on volunteer program goals and objectives.
- Worked with leadership staff and special committees to define volunteer mission and set standards.
- Managed volunteer calendar and verified coverage of key roles during volunteer unavailability.
- Developed volunteer policies and procedures, codes of conduct and volunteer standards.
- Coordinated logistics of scheduling, supplying and transporting volunteers.
- Performed skills assessments to link volunteers to roles matching individual skills and competencies.
- Tracked volunteer applications and conducted background checks to facilitate participation in IMAGHE's volunteering programs.
Trainer
Ghana Statistical Service
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Scheduled and taught in class and online courses to increase learning opportunities.
- Performed continuous evaluations of content and plans in order to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness.
- Assessed student needs to develop effective training plans.
- Eliminated process gaps by implementing new methods of standardized training.
- Handled over 60 daily clients, switching between classes flawlessly and maintaining positive attitude.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Information Technology
University of Education
Winneba 12.2021
Diploma - Business Management And Entrepreneurship
Alison
Ireland10.2016
Wassce - Science
Sogakope Senior High School
Sogakope 08.2013
Skills
- Software and Hardware Implementation
- Technology Evaluations
- Technical System Improvements
- Organizational Systems
- Project Leadership
- Marketing Support
- Case Presentations
- SEO Strategies
- Google Analytics
- Marketing Strategy Development
- Market Trend Analysis
- Google AdWords
- Computer Proficiency
- Active Listening
- Critical Thinking
- Lead Generation Campaigns
- Social Media Content Creation
- IT Management
- Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Tech Support
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Affiliations
Internet Society
Institute of ICT Professionals
Digital Grassroot Ambassadors
Languages
Ewe
Native Speaker
English
Proficient
C2
Certification
- Certified Skills Trainer, Wineloya - 2017
- Certified Digital Skills Trainer, Google - 2017
- Digital Strategy, Digify Africa, Google, Livity- 2017
- BusinessOutsourcing, ICT and Soft Skills, British Council and Rockefeller Foundation- 2016
- Entrepreneurial Skills , Barclays Africa - 2017
- Money Skills , Barclays Africa - 2017
- People's Skills, Barclays Africa - 2017
- Work Skills, Barclays Africa - 2017
- Certified Ambassador, Digital GrassrootAmbassadors
Timeline
Trainer
Ghana Statistical Service
05.2021 - 07.2021
Director of Information Technology
Bakpa Youth Empowerment Foundation
12.2020 - Current
Director
Citron Ghana
07.2020 - Current
Coordinator of Volunteers
International Medical Associates For Global Health Empowerment
01.2018 - 06.2021
Technology Trainer
Wineloya, Google Digital Skills For Africa
01.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor Of Science - Information Technology
University of Education
Diploma - Business Management And Entrepreneurship
Alison
Wassce - Science
Sogakope Senior High School
- Certified Skills Trainer, Wineloya - 2017
- Certified Digital Skills Trainer, Google - 2017
- Digital Strategy, Digify Africa, Google, Livity- 2017
- BusinessOutsourcing, ICT and Soft Skills, British Council and Rockefeller Foundation- 2016
- Entrepreneurial Skills , Barclays Africa - 2017
- Money Skills , Barclays Africa - 2017
- People's Skills, Barclays Africa - 2017
- Work Skills, Barclays Africa - 2017
- Certified Ambassador, Digital GrassrootAmbassadors
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