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KWADWO ODARNO APPIAH

Accra

Summary

Forward-thinking Regional Manager with deep understanding of leadership skills, strategic planning, value creation and resource management. Surmounting challenges and problems with a strong will of a can do spirit and attitude, I am prepared to leverage my 18 years of progressive petroleum industry experience to strategically influence and transform an organization through business value proposition, for efficiency, growth and stakeholder satisfaction.




Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bono Regional Manager

National Petroleum Authority
11.2019 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategic Inspection and Compliance programs for facilities of Petroleum Service Providers (i.e. Storage Depots, BRV Calibration and Inspection Companies, Retail outlets, LPG Refilling Plants, Premix Outlets, etc) in and out of the Bono, Bono East, Ahafo Regions so as to ensure fit for purpose and compliance to Performance Standards, Health & Safety Standards, best Industry Practices, etc
  • Supervised inspection of sites of Petroleum Service Providers for No Objection Letters, Permits, Licenses, Pre-test runs, Authorizations, etc
  • Provided expert opinion an inputs in the development of checklist, policies, programs, etc with the IM&HSE Directorate for improvement and capacity building
  • Coordinated and implemented the Quality Assurance (PPMS monitoring & Quality Control activities)work programme in the Bono, Bono East and Ahafo Regions
  • Initiated and/or Conducted investigations into customer complaints as per documented procedures involving petroleum product quality and quantity related issues within my zone
  • Trained, supervised, reviewed and/or signed off Inspection Reports, Investigative Reports, Memos, Letters, etc for purposes of communication and reporting between the regional office and head office.
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to sensitize and educate the public through Workshops, Market Campaigns, Radio interview, etc on safe use of petroleum products, assurance on petroleum product quality and quantity at the retail stations, Fuel supply and prices concerns, Operational Health and Safety concerns, etc.
  • Managed budget implementations, Employee Performance Management System evaluations, Performance Contracts for service providers, etc
  • Manage and implement controls in the areas of Stores and inventory management, Petty cash and funds management, Vehicle management for an efficient and effective financial management and administration of the Bono Regional Office
  • Enhanced team performance by providing strong leadership roles through regular coaching, training, and performance feedback to staff members.
  • Collaborate with HR department to established comprehensive employee training programs to develop skills, improve productivity, and maintain compliance with industry regulations.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing process reviews, employee engagement initiatives, and open channels of communication.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with other stakeholders( Chiefs and Queen mothers of Traditional areas, Regional Ministers, MCEs, DCEs, Regional Commanders of Ghana Police Service and GNFS, MMDAs, Driver Unions and Market Queens, Associations and other Youth Groups, Churches, Zongo Communities, Media Personnel, etc) for stakeholder satisfaction, promote and enhance the image of the Regional Office and the Authority at large.
  • Boosted regional presence and NPA social media image by implementing targeted operational strategies and fostering strong stakeholder relationships, effective resolution of customer complaints, etc

Senior Manager, Inspections & Monitoring

National Petroleum Authority
01.2017 - 10.2019
  • Supported the Zonal manager in the implementation of inspection and compliance monitoring work program for facilities and sites of Petroleum Service Providers ( Refineries, Storage Deports, Bulk Road Vehicle Inspection and Calibration Companies, Retail outlets and LPG Refilling Plants and other facilities ) for compliance to the industry standards and other safety standards in the Ashanti, Tamale and Upper East & West Regional Offices.
  • Supervised onsite inspections of facilities of licensed petroleum service providers.
  • Assisted the Zonal Manager in coordinating and implementing the operations of the Petroleum Product Marking Scheme (PPMS) work program in the Ashanti Zonal Office.
  • Reviewed and analyzed reports, records and directives to obtain data required for planning regional office activities.
  • Mentored junior staff members for skill development and technical knowledge in areas with capacity gaps.
  • Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.

Inspections & Monitoring Manager

National Petroleum Authority
11.2014 - 01.2017
  • Reviewed and processed applications for Permits and Licenses for facilities of all PSPs including, Storage Depots, Retail outlets, LPG Refilling Plants, Inspection and Calibration companies, Bulk facilities, etc,.
  • Inspected proposed sites for the construction of Petroleum Product Retail Outlets and/or existing facilities and submitted appropriate inspection reports with recommendations to enable issuance of permits/licenses.
  • Collated, reviewed and analyzed raw field (inspection) data and made recommendations for necessary action.
  • Developed streamlined reporting methods for enhanced decision-making and strategic planning.
  • Reviewed incident reports, analyzing trends in order to recommend preventative measures for future occurrences.

Assistant Manager – Inspections & Monitoring

National Petroleum Authority
03.2006 - 09.2012
  • Inspected facilities of Petroleum Service Providers that for the grant and issue of permits and licenses.
  • Monitored the operations of all facilities( ie. Retail Outlets, LPG Refiling Plants, Refineries, Storage Depots, etc,) of PSPs in the Greater Accra Region, Central, Western and Volta Regions to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on inspections and monitoring exercises conducted in the Zone.

National Service Personnel

Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (G.A.E.C)
08.2005 - 04.2006
  • Served as a Trainee Analytical Chemist using an applied instrumental nuclear technique; -Neutron Activation Analysis (NAA) for trace element analysis.
  • Analyzed Effluent samples for purposes of Environmental Impact Assessment using Spectrometric, Volumetric and Titrimetric methods.
  • Assisted in conducting Research Work lead by Senior Scientific Officers.
  • Participated in radiation protection and scientific seminar training workshops.

Education

Postgraduate Diploma - Occupational Safety Health Environmental Management

GIMPA
Asokwa-Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana
12.2020

MBA - Project Management

Sikkim Manipal University
Sikkim, India
09.2017

Chemistry

University of Ghana (UG), Legon
Accra, Ghana
05.2004

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (S.S.S.C.E), General Science - Science

Accra Academy
Bubuashie-Kaneshie, Accra, Ghana
05.1998

Skills

  • Leadership and Team building skills demonstrated in varying job roles such as Regional Manager, Deputy Manager and NPA Welfare Vice President in my over 14 years of work experience
  • Staff and Territory Management skills leading to staff development and enhanced staff commitment
  • Project Management skills exhibited through personal life developments and provision of guidance & consultancy services in industry related issues Member of Project Management Institute and a prospective Project Management Professional(PMP) candidate
  • Emotionally Intelligent with demonstrable Analytical and Decision Making skills through a structured approach
  • Effective Teamwork and Collaboration skills Have engaged in several collaboration with both external and internal stakeholders in having joint exercises and investigations in industry related matters
  • Training, Coaching & Instruction Skills exhibited in bridging the technical gap and behavioral change in the work ethics of the Bono Regional Staff Participated in Youth/Student mentoring programs at University of Energy and Natural Resources on annual basis Additionally, I am a certified DVLA Instructor with over 3 years experience
  • Effective written and Interpersonal Communication skills Participated in programs that involves addressing the public or presenting ideas or plans to executive leadership
  • Hardworking, open-minded, self-motivated with demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams
  • Good Computing and Networking skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Project Suite) and MacOS Office applications (Pages, Numbers, Keynote, etc)

References

  • Mr. Theophilus Mohenu, Director-Petroleum Product Marking Scheme(PPMS), National Petroleum Authority, Dzorwullu-Accra, 024 427 7311, tmohenu@npa.gov.gh
  • Mr. Bengyamin Agyare, Director, Licencing Division, National Petroleum Authority, Dzorwullu-Accra, 027 748 1043, bagyare@npa.gov.gh

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Twi, Ga and Guan
Intermediate (B1)

Certification

  • Certificate in Conflict Management-Macro Mix Max Ltd / October 2023
  • Certificate in Customer Service( Enhancing user experience) - MGA / August 2023
  • Certificate in Presentation Skills- GIMPA / July 2023
  • Certificate in PMP Preparatory Course-GIMPA / March 2018
  • Certificate of Attendance in Root Cause Analysis- PetroSync / October 2017
  • Certificate of Participation- Web & Software / August 2016
  • Certificate- Finance for Non-Finance Managers Workshop- GIMPA / March 2016
  • Certificate of Participation in Fire Safety Training - Gold City Fire / June 2016
  • Certificate of Attendance- Tank In-Service Inspection, Alteration, Design, Construction and Repair(API 653) -Mzanzi /Conferencing & Training(Pty) Ltd / April 2014
  • Certificate in Effective Report Writing- StratAfrique / October 2011
  • Certificate in Oil Market Fundamentals-CITAC, UK / October 2011
  • Certificate in Fundamentals in Petroleum Economics- IBC Global Academy, UK / June 2011
  • Refinery Maintenance Management - KPA, South Africa / April 2010
  • Compliance Testing of Underground Storage Tanks & Pipelines - Tanknology Inc., USA / November 2009
  • Fundamentals of Refinery Operations, Attachment - TOR, Tema / July 2008



Hobbies

I enjoy keeping fit, listening to music, watching movies and sports entertainment, especially WWE. Additionally, I love listening to both local and international news to stay updated with social, economic, geo-political, oil and gas related matters. I am also a very good table tennis player and play chess occasionally.

Timeline

Bono Regional Manager

National Petroleum Authority
11.2019 - Current

Senior Manager, Inspections & Monitoring

National Petroleum Authority
01.2017 - 10.2019

Inspections & Monitoring Manager

National Petroleum Authority
11.2014 - 01.2017

Assistant Manager – Inspections & Monitoring

National Petroleum Authority
03.2006 - 09.2012

National Service Personnel

Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (G.A.E.C)
08.2005 - 04.2006

Postgraduate Diploma - Occupational Safety Health Environmental Management

GIMPA

MBA - Project Management

Sikkim Manipal University

Chemistry

University of Ghana (UG), Legon

Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (S.S.S.C.E), General Science - Science

Accra Academy

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