Lydia Degblor Dufu
Summary
Dynamic leader with a rich work experience in both public and private sectors. I have a proven record of enhancing company performance through strategic planning, operations management and production management. Excelled in staff management and client relationships, significantly improving retention rates and service quality. Skilled in team collaboration and quality assurance, with a flair for fashion designing,art and decor. Achieved notable success in project delivery and budget optimization.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Director
LF STAR LTD.
01.2021 - Current
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
- Increased overall company performance by implementing strategic management initiatives and streamlining operations.
- Developed comprehensive business plans, outlining long-term goals and actionable steps toward success.
- Cultivated a strong organizational culture built on integrity accountability teamwork which resulted in higher retention rates among staff.
- Directed large-scale projects from inception to completion on time/budget with strict adherence to quality standards.
Took a Break for School and Family
University of Ghana, Legon
01.2017 - 12.2020
Budget Analyst Assistant
Local Government Service
09.2013 - 09.2016
- Conducted monthly budget reviews to ensure adherence to spending guidelines and identify potential issues.
- Monitored grant funding activities, ensuring compliance with allocation requirements and deadlines for reporting purposes.
- Provided training on new budgeting software implementations, increasing team proficiency and productivity levels across the organization.
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets for various departments, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Performed variance analysis on a regular basis, identifying trends that could impact future budgets or require adjustments to current plans.
- Collaborated with department heads to identify and implement cost-saving measures, reducing overall expenses.
- Supported senior budget analysts in managing multi-million dollar budgets, contributing to timely and accurate allocations.
- Participated in budget meetings, presenting findings on financial performance and suggesting improvements where needed.
- Contributed to long-term strategic planning initiatives by providing accurate forecasts and financial insights.
Education
Master of Arts - ECONOMIC POLICY MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
ACCRA09-2017
Bachelor of Arts - HISTORY AND LINGUISTICS
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
03-2010
High School Diploma -
GHANA SECONDARY SCHOOL
KOFORIDUA08-2004
Skills
- Operations Management
- Staff Management
- Quality Assurance
- Team Collaboration
- Strategic Planning
- Client Relationships
Timeline
Managing Director
LF STAR LTD.
01.2021 - Current
Took a Break for School and Family
University of Ghana, Legon
01.2017 - 12.2020
Budget Analyst Assistant
Local Government Service
09.2013 - 09.2016
Master of Arts - ECONOMIC POLICY MANAGEMENT
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
Bachelor of Arts - HISTORY AND LINGUISTICS
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
High School Diploma -
GHANA SECONDARY SCHOOL
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