Paul Sessi

IT Project Manager with 10 + Years of successfully leading the development and delivery of software (Saas and Customs) and products in complex environments (onshore and offshore).

• Adept at Waterfall, Agile & Hybrid methodologies for solution delivery with diverse methodologies (Waterfall, Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, DAD etc.) 

• PMP®, CSM, and OCP certified, with a full understanding of project management techniques in various SDLC methodologies. Quick learner, with a focus on relentless improvement.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); leverages technical and business acumen to build relationships, collaborating effectively with IT professionals, executives, and customers across all levels.

 • Software/Tools: Use of Jira, Slack, Confluence, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, and excel) and SharePoint, Javascript, SQL, JDEwards, HTML, CSS, PHP, MYSQL, Bizagi, Visio, Outlook, Teams, AWS/Azure Cloud, OracleDB, Oracle ERP Cloud, D365. • Projects experience: SAP, Web & mobile application development, Application upgrade, Enterprise technology (Oracle JDEdwards, HROne, Readysoft), Cloud computing, etc.

Senior IT Project Manager Paradigm Consulting Group | Canada Nov 2022 – Till Date 

• Reporting to the SFNFCI Director of Administration. 

• Project Management activities required for the implementation of Office 365 and Learning Management System including project plan and work breakdown structure 

• Performing Gap-Analysis of the Current State to determine what activities will need to be performed to complete the implementation of the selected systems 

• Analysis of Current State infrastructure to understand how to help the organization move to their desired Future State • Provides mentorship to IT Coordinator Staff member 

• Facilitates and leads project management activities with cross-functional team members and stakeholders • Other project-related activities.

Cloud 7 IT Consulting | Canada January 2022 – Nov 2022 

Reporting to the Senior Managing Partner, I lead a cross-functional team of software developers, testers, and solution architect experts in managing all IT projects, and portfolio costs totaling over $1-$10M. 

• E-Commerce Implementation to drive online sales and scale up the business reach (Bistak African Store) 

• LMS and MS 365 Implementation.

 • Implementation of a payment gateway synchronized to accept all bank cards across Canada 

• Development of a Custom-made APP for risk reduction and compliance (Application to detect product expiration based on set parameters on product entry).

• Implementation of ORACLE DATABASE on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure(OCI) using Oracle Database VM, Baremetal.Recently Managed Projects E-Commerce Implementation to drive online sales and scale up the business reach(Bistak African Store) Implementation of a payment gateway synchronized to accept all bank cards across Canada Development of a Custom made APP for risk reduction and compliance( Application to detect product expiration based on set parameters on product entry). Implementation of ORACLE DATABASE on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure(OCI) using Oracle Database VM, Baremetal. 

• Skills: Training · E-Commerce · Process Improvement · Software as a Service (SaaS) · Agile Methodologies key client projects; ensure projects are delivered on-time and within budget and scope 

• with vendors to ensure deliverables are met, and impediments are removed. 

• Motivating team members to meet quality scope and constraints 

• Assisted in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.

• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the organization.

Senior IT Project Manager Total IT Limited September 2013 – December 2021 

Reporting to the Divisional General Manager, I lead a cross-functional team of software developers and UX Designers in building HR Solutions for a multi-national company that has a presence in four different continents, also Managed 6 major products and shipped new features for NIMASA(E-Library), NYSC (N-Payment and Poster), Aldelia HR Agency (AldeliaRecruit Application), busng.com, 8-invest.com, LNG (365 Upgrade and Implementation) and NNPC totaling over $100M. • Fulfilled the functions of an Agile scrum master by overseeing 100% of the software development planning and delivery process. 

• Implemented servant leadership and built 3 high-performing agile teams. 

• Leveraged Jira to elicit and define business and technical requirements, track requirements, and prioritize features. 

• Resolves team conflict with best-fit conflict management techniques. 

• Led 55+ increment and sprint planning sessions and documented resulting storyboards. 

• maintained and tracked 13+ sprint backlogs and prioritization 

• Plans & facilitates Scrum events (daily stand-ups, demos, spring planning, sprint grooming, retro etc.) 

• Collaborates with the Product Owner and Delivery lead to ensure effective delivery based on defined metrics. 

• Produces weekly status report from Jira dashboard, enriching team velocity while supporting retros and reviews.

Business System Analyst LafargeHolcim July 2007 – August 2013 

Directly reporting to the Optimization Manager, I was responsible for Oracle JDEwards support, business processes, process implementation, and Application development and integration supervision, I was part of the team to deploy Readymix solution for a new business unit to manage and collaborate with other businesses across the country, HR-One solution was under my purview (integration and support). 

• Employee, Vendors, and Supplier Master files handling on Oracle JD Edwards. 

• Readysoft ERP Optimization solution use for concrete mixing analysis and monitoring. 

• Report development templates for BI-ERP integration based on Business requirements. 

• Process Modelling using Visio, and Bizagi Process Modeler. 

• Manage Engine for call log management. 

• Customer registration Optimization process development. 

• Worked with Customer Success Team to ensure a seamless training and transition to post-Go Live engagement and support of all implemented solutions for the organization.

• BSC Computer Science; Adekunle Ajasin University (Dean’s Honour List) 

• PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL (PMP) 

• CERTIFIED SCRUM MASTER (CSM) 

• CERTIFIED BUSINESS EXPERT (London Academy Business School).

• ORACLE-CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL