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FAUSTINA NELSON

Accra

Summary

Experienced board member specializing in strategic planning, governance, and financial oversight. Proven ability in problem-solving and leadership, driving effective decision-making to achieve organizational goals. Recognized for strong communication skills and successful stakeholder relations that foster collaboration and enhance support networks.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Board Member

GCB Bank Plc
Accra
01.2013 - 12.2017
  • Maintained confidentiality in regard to internal organizational affairs and information.
  • Approved organizational strategies, budgets and business decisions.
  • Engaged in public relations activities to promote company mission, vision, values, products, services, and brand image.
  • Guided organizational policy development and approval, setting standards for operations and conduct.
  • Ensured compliance with legal and regulatory requirements to uphold the organization's integrity and public trust.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry developments through research or attendance at conferences or seminars.
  • Oversaw strategic planning and implementation to ensure organizational goals were met.
  • Reviewed and approved major contracts and agreements, safeguarding the organization's interests and assets.
  • Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
  • Utilized networks and resources to inspire collective action and achieve organizational goals.
  • Mentored and advised less experienced board members, fostering a culture of learning and leadership development.
  • Contributed to the development of a long-term vision and strategic plan, positioning the organization for future success.
  • Provided strategic direction to the organization by setting goals and objectives.

Board Member

GOIL
Accra
01.2009 - 12.2017
  • Provided guidance on ethical considerations related to business decisions or activities.
  • Identified areas of improvement in business operations and provided solutions to maximize efficiency.
  • Supported planning efforts for long-term growth strategies such as mergers and acquisitions or new product launches.
  • Developed and approved annual budgets, allocating resources effectively to support mission objectives.
  • Approved organizational strategies, budgets and business decisions.
  • Engaged in public relations activities to promote company mission, vision, values, products, services, and brand image.

Board Member

National Investment Bank
Accra
01.1998 - 12.2001
  • Provided guidance on ethical considerations related to business decisions or activities.
  • Identified areas of improvement in business operations and provided solutions to maximize efficiency.
  • Created program to promote new managers from within, leading to cohesive leadership structure.
  • Supported planning efforts for long-term growth strategies such as mergers and acquisitions or new product launches.
  • Evaluated investments for potential risks and rewards.
  • Maintained confidentiality in regard to internal organizational affairs and information.
  • Approved organizational strategies, budgets and business decisions.

Board Member

Food and Drugs Board
Accra
01.1997 - 12.2001
  • Attended board meetings and reviewed meeting agendas.
  • Provided strategic guidance on marketing and branding efforts to enhance public awareness and support.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry developments through research or attendance at conferences or seminars.
  • Fostered collaboration between board members, staff, and volunteers to leverage collective expertise and achieve common goals.
  • Participated in the development and expansion of programs and services, ensuring alignment with organizational mission.
  • Contributed to the development of a long-term vision and strategic plan, positioning the organization for future success.

Committee Member

Expert Africa First Ladies Bureau
Accra
01.1997 - 12.1998
  • Reviewed public comments on proposed projects and provided feedback to committee members.
  • Provided input on policy decisions related to program implementation, budgeting and resource allocation.
  • Fostered collaboration and development of new practices by business leaders.
  • Ensured that all tasks assigned are completed within established timelines while adhering to budgetary constraints.
  • Drove revenue by cultivating successful client relations.
  • Planned and executed events to broaden reach and improve success of initiatives.

Education

MBA - Strategic Management

Wrexham University
United Kingdom
01-2025

Diploma - Strategic Management

Lead Academy
Accra
04-2022

Associate of Science - Strategic Management

Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administr
Accra
03-1997

Associate of Arts - Teaching

Women’s Training College, Tamale
Tamale
03-1967

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Project management
  • Public relations
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Leadership development
  • Policy evaluation
  • Transformative leadership
  • People and culture
  • Decision-making
  • Time management abilities
  • Training and development
  • Stakeholder management
  • Organizational leadership
  • Board collaboration

Affiliations

Vice Chair, Central Regional Caucus, National Democratic Congress

Patron, National Democratic Congress Old Guards Association

Advisor, National Democratic Congress Women’s Wing

National Coordinator, Special Duties

Member, National Executive Committee

National Chairperson, Verandah Boys and Girls Club

Member, Reconciliation Committee

National Women’s Organizer

Member of the National Vetting Committee

Member, Organization Committee

Member of the Presidential Vetting Committee

Vice Chairman, Central Regional Caucus

Member of the Organization Committee of the Kwame Nkrumah Welfare Society

National Women’s Organizer, National Coordinating Committee of the Nkrumahist

Leadership Conferences

  • Survival of Multi-Party Democracy Conference by Institute of Economic Affairs
  • Violence against Women Conference by National Commission for Women Development
  • Presented a paper on 'The Role of Independent Press in National Development' by PRINPAG
  • Womanhood and Nation-Building Conference by the Federation of Ghana Business and Professional Women
  • Africa's First Ladies' Summit in Nigeria
  • Africa's First Ladies' Peace Summit

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

Board Member

GCB Bank Plc
01.2013 - 12.2017

Board Member

GOIL
01.2009 - 12.2017

Board Member

National Investment Bank
01.1998 - 12.2001

Board Member

Food and Drugs Board
01.1997 - 12.2001

Committee Member

Expert Africa First Ladies Bureau
01.1997 - 12.1998

MBA - Strategic Management

Wrexham University

Diploma - Strategic Management

Lead Academy

Associate of Science - Strategic Management

Ghana Institute of Management And Public Administr

Associate of Arts - Teaching

Women’s Training College, Tamale

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