Shehu Ibrahim Idris
Job title: Chief Operating Officer
Short Biography
About Shehu Ibrahim Idris
Shehu Ibrahim Idris a Kano native is a Professional Accountant, Certified Project Manager (PMP) and National Business Development Service Provider (BDSP). Shehu spots over 25 years of experience under his belt achieved working with development organisations, private sector and consulting practice.
His career trajectory:
1. 12 years of working with the British Department for International Development (DFID) in Kano, Jigawa and Abuja.
2. Functioned as the Northern Nigeria Operations Manager for Adam Smith International West Africa, a UK based global consulting firm.
3. Headed the Finance and Accounts Department of the 32 metric tonnes per hour Labana Rice Mills Limited, Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State as a Senior Manager.
4. Functioned as the Chief Finance Officer for Agroeknor International (Agribusiness), where he supported in automating the operations of the business entity.
5. Led the Finance and Administration unit of PACE (Project for Agricultural Coordination and Execution), Office of the Vice President Federal Republic of Nigeria
6. Currently serving as the Managing Consultant and CEO, Usmanic Systems & Strategy Consulting based in Abuja.
Motivation
Opportunity to work with professionals across the length and breadth of business transformation, project and change management.
Companies worked for
Work history
2023-11 -
Current
Chief Operating Officer
Usmanic Systems and Strategy Consulting, Kano, Kano State
• Identifying, building, and nurturing relationships with potential and existing partners, including corporations, other NGOs, government entities, and philanthropic organizations.
• Driving culture of high performance and continuous improvement by establishing KPI metrics across business operations.
• Leading in the development of global partnerships and program strategies.
• Supporting new business development initiatives.
• Overseeing the design, launch, and scaling of programs to ensure they meet our Clients’ goals and objectives.
2023-01 - 2023-
11 Nigeria Operations Manager
Tony Blair Institute for Global Change, Abuja, FCT
• Developed, recommended and implemented strategies to improve employee work quality and speed.
• Managed and motivated high-performing teams of 4 employees for successful KPI attainment.
• Monitored and reviewed operational performance, aiding improved business strategy to maximize productivity.
• Led overall direction, coordination and evaluation of department functions.
• Oversaw equipment availability and maintenance to guarantee optimal operations.
2022-02 - 2022-
12 Lead, Finance and Administration
PACE/TBI (Office of the Vice President), Abuja, FCT
• Managed and monitored all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate GAAP standards as well as International financial reporting Standards (IFRS) and regulatory requirements as well as the requirements of private contributions, loans, and government contracts.
• Planned budgets to meet staffing and resource requirements within cost allocations.
• Implemented consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, upholding federal, state, and local legal standards by remaining knowledgeable about existing, new, and future legislation at TBI/PACE operations.
• Ensure that programs and partnerships adhere to local regulations, donor requirements, international best practices and internal policies.
2021-12 - 2022-
02 Head, Finance and Accounts
Agroeknor International Limited, Kano, Kano State
• Put in place clear controls for financial administration and business management.
• Managed daily finance services for smooth business operations.
• Maintained agile, responsible organisation with sustained revenue growth by monitoring industry forecasts, honing budgets and adjusting marketing strategies.
• Made strategic resource recommendations to improve business profit potential.
• Recruited high-achieving team members for enhanced department performance.
• Reduced annual business expenditure through careful expense monitoring.
2021-05 - 2021-
09 Head of Audit and Compliance
Labana Rice Mills Limited, Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi
• Provided assurance to senior management on the effectiveness or otherwise of the company’s risk management, processes, and systems.
• Planned, executed, and reported on operational, financial, regulatory, and compliance-related audits/reviews as well as ensure strict adherence to policies and procedures.
• Coordinated investigations into suspected fraudulent practices across the organization and recommend the appropriate line of action.