Ayodeji Ibeun

Highly skilled Business Systems Analyst with over nine years of experience in evaluating and documenting business system processes. Adept at collaborating with stakeholders to define project vision, recommend effective solutions, and support the implementation of project deliverables. Proficient in conducting market research and integrating cutting-edge BA methodologies into existing frameworks. Known for fostering collaborative environments and maintaining strong professional relationships.

Business System Analyst / Team Lead, Continuous Improvement                                          

Bison Transport Inc, Winnipeg, MB

Feb 2022- Present

• Conduct detailed analysis and modeling of business processes, collaborating with stakeholders to document requirements and develop comprehensive solutions.

• Work closely with team members and stakeholders to outline project vision, identify problems and opportunities, and formulate suitable solution options.

• Perform market research to identify standard tools and solutions, staying updated on industry trends and integrating new techniques into existing processes.

• Promote a collaborative work environment by sharing expertise and fostering positive relationships with colleagues.

• Lead meetings, deliver presentations, and produce clear and concise communications to ensure alignment and understanding among stakeholders.

• Lead a team of seven skilled Business Analysts dedicated to driving process optimization and operational efficiency, demonstrating extensive work experience in the Information Technology field and leadership skills in a multi-user environment.

Key Achievements:

• Implemented and rolled out a Learning Management System (LMS) COTS implementation project, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. 

• Recommended optimal solutions through comparative analysis, aiding in the creation of value cases and business cases on multiple projects.

• Led implementation of three Platform Unification projects to unify the programs and processes of acquired USA divisions by conducting a thorough analysis of existing processes and systems to identify gaps and redundancies, and designed a roadmap for seamless system integration and consolidation.

Senior Business Analyst                                                                      

First Bank of Nigeria Ltd

Apr 2019 – Sept 2021

• Collaborated with product and business owners to elicit, analyze, document, and communicate comprehensive business requirements.

• Utilized strong analytical and research skills to identify, investigate, and solve complex problems, ensuring effective solution implementation.

• Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail in compiling, analyzing, and presenting recommendations to stakeholders.

• Facilitated and led agile scrum ceremonies (sprint planning, stand-ups, review, and retrospectives) with the product team.

• Performed gap analysis between current and future state business process, assessed impact to existing work processes and systems, and gained consensus on COTS solution options that delivered expected business value.

• Supported the Quality Assurance team to identify, record, document, monitor defects in Jira, and update documentation in Confluence and SharePoint as required in software application testing.

• Analyzed information, user needs and the impact of change requests to customers, stakeholders, employees, and processes.

• Facilitated dialogue and discussion between the business and IT (internal and external providers) and aiding the prioritization between competing objectives using MOSCOW, Ranking, decision matrix etc.

• Documented as-is processes with flowcharts and BPMN 2.0 using MS Visio which serves as an input for training new hires.

Key Achievements:

• Played a key role in multiple projects, ensuring the delivery of essential project deliverables and alignment with business objectives.

• Introduced new tools and methodologies to enhance business processes, resulting in increased efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction.

Business Analyst, Retail banking                                                                                                               

Diamond Bank Plc

Jan 2015 – April 2019

• Planned and analyzed the integration of systems and processes following the merger with Access Bank by assessing the compatibility of existing systems, identifying areas of overlap or redundancy, and developing a roadmap for integration.

• Facilitated communication and collaboration between teams from both banks, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and addressing concerns or conflicts that arose during the integration process.

• Mapped and harmonized business processes from both banks to create standardized workflows and procedures for the merged entity. 

• Collaborated with IT teams and DBAs to develop migration strategies, cleanse and validate data, and ensure seamless transition to unified systems and databases.

• Collaborated with HR and training specialists to develop training programs, communication materials, and support resources to facilitate smooth adoption of new processes and systems by employees.

EDUCATION

• University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, | Certificate in Applied Business Analysis                                            2022
• Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, | Master of Business Administration                                                         2020
• University of Ado-Ekiti, Ado-Ekiti | Bachelor of Science, Accounting                                                           2004

CERTIFICATIONS

• IIBA | Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)                                                               2022