RICHARD ODURO

3-11440 60 AVE NW

Edmonton, AB, T6H 1J5

Phone: 587 709 5999

E-mail: oduro1@ualberta.ca

RESUME

Highlights of Qualifications:

M.Ed degree in Educational Policy Studies from the University of Alberta B. A Political Studies from KNUST, Ghana. IQAS Certified Ability to provide interpretation with strong analytical skills for decision making Possess formal education with efficient critical thinking skills in project management Possess strong planning, organization and monitoring skills Excellent and efficient skills in handling data with precision Strong awareness of portfolio business Excellent understanding of government and its collegial nature within the post secondary

environment Efficient knowledge and experience working in complex organizations and business process

development and improvement Mastery of how to process and update pedagogy to suit the learning needs of students Excellent written and oral communication skills with marketing strategies Proven ability to develop, write and communicate technical information to an audience of

diverse backgrounds Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing circumstances Ability to work under pressure and deliver within tight deadlines Strong composition, grammar, editing and proofreading skills Excellent team player and ability to exhibit high standards of professionalism Desire and ability to easily learn and become proficient with various software packages Holder of Alberta Class Five Drivers' License Best in managing politically sensitive issues and community relations Creative and innovative experience in managing client service and community relations

Education and Training:

Master’s in Educational Policy Studies, University of Alberta, Edmonton – Alberta (2014–2016)

Bachelor of Arts in Political Studies, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana (2008–2012).

Professional Experience:

Teaching and Research Assistant, Department of Educational Policy Studies - University of Alberta (January 2014-April 2015).

Responsibilities:

Planned strategies for research with proper evaluation and analysis Prepared, evaluated and analyzed complex statistical data Consults with appropriate parties and writes efficient policy and procedures for the

development, implementation and publication of a policy topic Prepared technical reports according to academic standard Collaborated with the principal investigator (PI) to follow research protocols Demonstrate University values of respect, fairness, helpfulness, competence, openness and

impartiality Implemented educational support plan for students Developed weekly lesson plans and implemented informal and formal assessments Conducted studies as related to the research project Responsible for data extraction, analysis and interpretation Worked with the interlibrary loan to get photographs for the research Writing project reports and giving presentations at seminars and to team members

Administrative Assistant, Adom Savings and Investment (Edmonton, AB) (March/2014 – Present)

Lead regular review of policies for accuracy and relevance Assist in administering and coordinating employee activities Develop and maintain a review schedule for all portfolio policies and procedures Organize and schedule meetings and appointments Maintain records in accordance with the business record retention guidelines Prepare agendas and meeting materials for approval by the CEO Organize, record and report proceedings of meetings to the CEO Draft and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes and forms Assist in the preparation of regularly scheduled reports Develop and maintain an accurate filing system Review, code invoices and reconcile to ensure payment processes are in compliance with the

policies and procedures of the organization. Manage office data with strong MS Office and Google skills

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Mampong Municipal Assembly, Ghana (Jan, 2008- Dec, 2013)Strategic Policy Coordinator

Work as a departmental advisor to deliver technical and functional guidance with policies, procedures, program implementation and legislation to management and staff

Collaborate with portfolio members to determine the need for policy or procedure development and review

Create and implement a development plan for novel policies or procedures and a major redevelopment existing policies and procedures

Help to develop standard processes for the preparation of background information for government-related issues

Coordinated research, development, collaboration and delivery of governance and government documents

Creates portfolio summaries for government and Municipal businesses Evaluates the efficiency and impacts of Municipal policies and procedures Managed sensitive and confidential matters while maintaining the security of information Assisted in conducting research with the development and implementation of departmental

strategies, tools, administrative directives based on best practices for endless growth. Assisted in the administration of programs, workshops and symposia Coordinated activities of the office for smooth running of the daily schedules and liaise well

with other offices and committees under the Municipal Director.

University of Alberta Library (May 2014-August 2015)

Library Assistant Communicated to welcome library customers and the public at the facility Exercised good interpersonal skills to direct library customers to find books with regard to

their research and reading interest. Processed books into Dark and Bard storages Worked in a team of drivers to pick and deliver books in the different libraries of the

University Packaged and stored boxes of books in the library warehouse weighing 50lbs and more Processed books into Dark and Bard storages Assisted library customers to find books and access other services of the library Assisted the library with general office duties Received and shelved books returned to BARD Processed and shelved books with the picker in very fast paced environment

Computer / Technical Skills: Operating Systems: Microsoft Windows, Unix and Mac OS Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project Good knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics CRM and SharePoint Working knowledge in SQL and database development and management

Hobbies:

Playing soccer, tennis, travelling, watching CNN and reading financial and business newspapers.

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References:

1. Mr. Fred Ackah, CEO of Adom Savings and Investment. Contact 780-996-0981, Email ackahfred@gmail.com

2. Dr. Jennifer Kelly, Professor, University of Alberta. Contact 780-504-9112, email jrkelly@ualberta.ca

3. Dr. Michael Kariwo, University of Alberta. Contact 780-266-7674, 780-492-8033

Email: mkariwo@ualberta.ca

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