Regional Head of Information Technology, Africa at Olam Food Ingredients (2023-12 – Present)
- Directed enterprise IT infrastructure, network, and data center operations across 10 countries
- Led the standardization and modernization of data centers and shared technology services
- Partnered with global Centers of Excellence to design and implement strategic technologies
- Managed and developed high-performing infrastructure and network engineering teams
- Key Transformation Programs: Cloud infrastructure migration to Microsoft Azure, Enterprise SDWAN deployment across multiple countries, Operational Technology/Information Technology network segregation to strengthen cybersecurity, Enterprise operating system modernization and migration
Chief Information Technology at EDF (2022-11 – 2023-11)
- Defined and executed the enterprise cybersecurity strategy and multi-year transformation
- Architected and delivered the complete joint venture IT infrastructure and network ecosystem
- Accelerated digital transformation by leveraging cloud technologies to improve performance
- Drove enterprise-wide technology innovation by delivering integrated digital platforms
- Key Strategic Initiatives: Business Central ERP implementation, Enterprise Data Analytics & Executive Dashboards, Customer & Employee Mobile Applications, API ecosystem integration, USSD digital service platform
Head of Information Technology at Jumia (2021-06 – 2022-10)
- Spearheaded the modernization of enterprise network infrastructure improving availability
- Delivered a comprehensive operational efficiency program that re-engineered processes and optimized organizational structure, reducing operating costs by 23% while increasing productivity
- Established business-technology partnerships to align IT services with organization priorities
IT Project Manager at INTERPOL (2019-02 – 2021-05)
- Orchestrated the deployment of enterprise information systems and IT infrastructure across 16 African countries, enabling rapid regional expansion and standardized technology operations
- Directed regional procurement, logistics, and infrastructure delivery programs
- Oversaw data center operations and infrastructure support across West Africa
- Supported large-scale digital transformation initiatives by implementing standardized platforms
IT Manager at Millenium Challenge Corporation (2017-11 – 2019-01)
- Designed and implemented secure IT infrastructure solutions, integrating networking and servers
- Partnered with procurement and project teams to acquire and deploy enterprise technology
- Administered enterprise platforms and delivered high-quality IT support services
- Strengthened the organization's technology foundation through robust infrastructure management
West & Central Africa IT Manager at Puma Energy (2013-02 – 2017-11)
- Directed IT service delivery across six West and Central African subsidiaries
- Championed a customer-focused IT operating model, combining proactive problem-solving
- Oversaw a multi-level portfolio of IT initiatives, coordinating projects, proposals, and resources
IT Manager at APM Terminals (2010-06 – 2013-01)
- Administered enterprise IT infrastructure encompassing systems, networks, servers and storage
- Implemented structured patch management and security update processes
- Supported global IT transformation programs by aligning local implementations
System Administrator at Sagem Sécurité (2009-05 – 2010-05)
- Architected and deployed complete IT infrastructure and application environments for a district
- Managed biometric data operations for a population exceeding 19,000 residents
- Supervised VSAT network operations and system performance monitoring for service continuity
