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William Afful Gyimah

William Afful Gyimah

Accra

Summary

Gifted Development Manager with proven success in identifying growth opportunities and developing presence in new markets. Proficiency in product placement, change management, sales team building, and new product launches. Dedicated to developing excellent partnerships to drive bottom-line sales initiatives.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Sales, Marketing and Development Manager

NRG Wireless
Airport
02.2024 - Current
  • Authored technical manuals for third-party stakeholders, translating complex terminology into easily understood communications.
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends in order to recommend improvements or updates as needed.
  • Strategically used industry-specific tools to direct product development efforts.
  • Planned and led training programs on staff development to enhance employee knowledge, engagement, satisfaction and performance.
  • Implemented procedures for ensuring quality control throughout the entire software development life cycle.
  • Facilitated regular team meetings and workshops to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided coaching and feedback to team members.

Business Development Manager

Savannah International Academy
Tamale
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Liaison between the School, Stakeholders and Clients
  • Developing and Maintaining relationships, partnerships and business networks
  • Execute market research and analysis to identify market trends for existing and emerging business opportunities
  • Handling school projects for competitions with other campuses
  • Drafting of business proposals

Sales Manager

OA Real Estates
Accra
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Conducted market research and reported on competitors.
  • Coached, developed and motivated team to achieve revenue goals.
  • Established new accounts and serviced existing accounts maintaining professional relationships.
  • Assisted senior management in developing long-term strategic goals for the company's growth.
  • Analyzed data to identify trends in customer behavior and develop plans accordingly.
  • Achieved company growth and brand development through market expansion and sales.
  • Managed daily operations of sales department, including supervision of staff members.

Business Development Manager

English First School (EF)
Jiangsu province
09.2020 - 01.2023
  • Maintained open and ongoing communication with clients to meet needs and expectations.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, partners, and customers.
  • Attended tradeshows and conferences to network with potential clients.
  • Identified and pursued upselling and cross-selling opportunities within the existing client base.
  • Conducted competitive analysis to inform strategic decisions and positioning.
  • Researched target markets to understand the needs of current and potential customers.
  • Met with sales and design departments to determine project road maps and create unique products to drive profitability and champion brand.

Business Development Cordinator

Thomas English School
Jiangsu province
10.2018 - 08.2020
  • Monitor and oversee the daily administration of the school
  • Execute market research and analysis to identify market trends for existing and emerging business opportunities
  • Carry out teaching related responsibilities including demonstration classes, life clubs, tutorials, seminars, presentation and also attend centre social events on various campuses
  • Organizing staff meetings to discuss issues at hand
  • Cooperate in ensuring constructive communication and efficient operation of the centre
  • Assist the Director of Studies with the development and marketing of courses and induction of sales and staff in line with the practices and policies of the centre
  • Responsible for welfare and progress of staff and students
  • Organized workshops for both English and Chinese teachers

Teaching Assistant (Project Management and Human Resource Management)

Jiangsu University
Zhenjiang
11.2017 - 09.2018
  • Served as a liaison between students and faculty, addressing student inquiries and concerns effectively
  • Assist with various administrative tasks, such as maintaining records, managing course websites, and coordinating communication
  • Engage in continuous learning to stay updated on the latest trends and practices in project and human resource management
  • Help in evaluating assignments and projects related to HR and PM practices and theories, offering feedback to enhance student learning
  • Aid in teaching HR concepts such as recruitment, training, performance management, and employee relations
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to students on PM and HR-related topics, career advice, and internships

Administrative Assistant (National Service)

Electoral Commission of Ghana
New Juaben Municipal
09.2016 - 09.2017
  • Assisted in the printing of lost identification cards for voters
  • Assisted Returning Officers to process the transfer of votes in the 2016 Presidential and Parliamentary elections
  • Assisted Returning Officers to train polling assistants for the 2016 Presidential and Parliamentary elections
  • Work as a verification officer during the 2016 Presidential and Parliamentary elections
  • Performed any duty assigned to me by the District Electoral Officer

Business Development Executive

Chrisshee’s Services
Accra
11.2015 - 08.2016
  • Maintained well-stocked and organized sales floor with latest merchandise to drive sustained sales revenue.
  • Reduced process lags by training employees on best practices and protocols.
  • Established strong relationships with key decision makers within client organizations.
  • Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.
  • Engaged casual shoppers to provide information about featured products and recommend merchandise, driving sales opportunities.

Records Assistant - Intern

The Rock Hospital
Accra
07.2015 - 08.2015
  • Managed comprehensive filing systems, both electronic and paper-based, ensuring easy accessibility and organization.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of existing records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Inspected materials or files to verify correct placement, legibility or condition.
  • Provided support services related to handling requests for public access to documents under freedom of information laws.
  • Verified that all documents are properly labeled, classified, organized, and indexed prior to archiving them away securely.

Education

Diploma - Educational Psycholog

Alison
UK
04.2023

Master’s - Public Administration

Jiangsu University
Zhenjiang, China
06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with Philosophy

University of Ghana
Legon, Ghana
05.2016

Skills

  • Employee assessment
  • Course design
  • Employee presentations
  • Training material development
  • Staff presentations
  • Team development strategies

Accomplishments

  • Outstanding Graduation Postgraduate student, Jiangsu University, 06/30/20
  • Best Defender of Jiangsu University OEC Scarlet Soccer Tournament, 2019
  • 1st Position in JSU Soccer Tournament, 2019
  • Leadership Empowerment Consult (L.E.C), 2011
  • Coca Cola Essay Competition, Best 200 students in Ghana, 2006

Languages

English
First Language
Chinese (Mandarin)
Beginner
A1

Certification

  • Statistical Package for Social Sciences

Timeline

Sales, Marketing and Development Manager

NRG Wireless
02.2024 - Current

Business Development Manager

Savannah International Academy
08.2023 - 01.2024

Sales Manager

OA Real Estates
02.2023 - 08.2023

Business Development Manager

English First School (EF)
09.2020 - 01.2023

Business Development Cordinator

Thomas English School
10.2018 - 08.2020

Teaching Assistant (Project Management and Human Resource Management)

Jiangsu University
11.2017 - 09.2018

Administrative Assistant (National Service)

Electoral Commission of Ghana
09.2016 - 09.2017

Business Development Executive

Chrisshee’s Services
11.2015 - 08.2016

Records Assistant - Intern

The Rock Hospital
07.2015 - 08.2015

Diploma - Educational Psycholog

Alison

Master’s - Public Administration

Jiangsu University

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with Philosophy

University of Ghana

Work Availability

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Quote

It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 04/18/92
  • Nationality: Ghanaian

Languages

Fluent in the English Language, and basic in the Chinese Manderin

Publications and Research

  • Impact of Health Education on Insurance on the Geriatric; A Content Analysis of Radio Health Programs ‘Mpon Te Sen’ (How is Your Health), Afful, G. W., Lulin, Z., Abakah, S., Amoah, E. P., Advances in Social Sciences Research Journal, 9, 10, 36-55, 2022, https://doi.org/10.14738/assrj.910.13233
  • Perception on mass media impact on public policymaking. An Analysis on the free senior high school education policy in Ghana., William Afful Gyimah, International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, 2349-4182, 2349-5979, RJIF 5.72, 12/29/20, 01/14/21, 02/06/21, http://www.allsubjectjournal.com
  • Perception on Mass Media Restrictions on Educational Policies Implementation in Ghana., Chen Yinghua, Gyimah William Afful, International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI), 2319 – 7722, 2319 – 7714, IJHSSI 4.57, 8, 05, 05/01/19, 38-53, http://www.ijhssi.org/papers/vol8(5)/Series-3/I0805033853.pdf
  • The African Heart, Gyimah William Afful, 02/16/18, https://www.modernghana.com/news/835521/the-africans-heart.html

Computertraining

MSWord, Excel, Photoshop, Linux, Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), DAL Consultancy Ltd. in collaboration with the Department of Political Science, University of Ghana, 04/09/15

References

References available upon request.

Leadershipprofileandclubmembership

  • Director of Foreign Teachers, Thomas English School, 07/01/18, 08/31/21
  • Organizing Secretary, Political Science Student Association, ACC-UG, 08/01/15, 04/30/16
  • Editor, Editorial Board, Ghana Senior High School, 09/01/11, 05/31/12

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 04/18/92
  • Nationality: Ghanaian

Languages

fluent, basic, basic, basic

Publications and Research

  • Impact of Health Education on Insurance on the Geriatric; A Content Analysis of Radio Health Programs ‘Mpon Te Sen’ (How is Your Health), Afful, G. W., Lulin, Z., Abakah, S., Amoah, E. P., Advances in Social Sciences Research Journal, 9, 10, 36-55, 2022, https://doi.org/10.14738/assrj.910.13233
  • Perception on mass media impact on public policymaking. An Analysis on the free senior high school education policy in Ghana., William Afful Gyimah, International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, 2349-4182, 2349-5979, RJIF 5.72, 12/29/20, 01/14/21, 02/06/21, http://www.allsubjectjournal.com
  • Perception on Mass Media Restrictions on Educational Policies Implementation in Ghana., Chen Yinghua, Gyimah William Afful, International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Invention (IJHSSI), 2319 – 7722, 2319 – 7714, IJHSSI 4.57, 8, 05, 05/01/19, 38-53, http://www.ijhssi.org/papers/vol8(5)/Series-3/I0805033853.pdf
  • The African Heart, Gyimah William Afful, 02/16/18, https://www.modernghana.com/news/835521/the-africans-heart.html

Computertraining

MSWord, Excel, Photoshop, Linux, Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS), DAL Consultancy Ltd. in collaboration with the Department of Political Science, University of Ghana, 04/09/15

References

References available upon request.
William Afful Gyimah