Coretta Melodie Grace Sawadogo
Ouagadougou
Summary
Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development. I am ambitious, passionate, endowed with a great work ethic, I am willing to put my skills and expertise in financial analysis as an asset to the benefit of the company. My goal is to maximize my skills and competencies, drawing on my experiences in the financial sector to help achieve their missions and mandate.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Budget and Programming Associate
World Food Program / Programme Alimentaire Mondial
01.2022 - Current
- Review and provide a comprehensive analysis of fund and grant balances, and suggest corrective measures to support maximum fund utilization and the decision-making process (Monthly task force on Grants of critical donors).
- Support pipeline management, ensuring efficient planning and monitoring to prevent and address pipeline breaks, and maximize operational effectiveness. Reviewing funds requests and ensuring funds availability in due time (FR creation, funds sub-allotments, contributions opportunity review, advance financing timely preparation, and repayment coordination).
- Support preparation of funding proposals for new and ongoing programs. Perform budget revisions in line with the project's needs. Review, compile, and analyze data. Maintain accurate records and files, and prepare periodic and ad hoc reports.
- Review, compile, and analyze data, maintain accurate records and files, and prepare periodic and ad hoc reports (Resource Management Overview reports are prepared and shared monthly, Financial ACR preparation in coordination with finance colleagues).
Head of Operations
Cabinet Médical Rephaja
Ouagadougou
03.2021 - 12.2021
- Budget planning, accounting document analysis, insurance management, bank reconciliation, and database management.
Branch Accounts' Officer
Banque Sahélo-Saharienne pour l'Investissement et le Commerce
03.2020 - 02.2021
- Account openings, cash management, loans and mortgages service provision, international transfers management, and customer advice.
Branch Intern
Banque Sahélo-Saharienne pour l'Investissement et le Commerce
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Centralization of inquiries, request review, loan follow-up, and coordination with various departments.
Branch Customer Service Officer
West Gate Bank
Omaha
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Management of financial transactions, customer management, advising clients, and review of bank overdrafts.
Sales Representative/ Teller
Fashion Trend
Omaha
11.2014 - 11.2017
- Monitor cash flow, project cash needs, handle transactions, and provide customer service.
Volunteer in Resource Mobilization
American Red Cross
Omaha
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Review of contributions, coordination with donors, management of donor database, and preparation of fundraising reports.
Education
Bachelor’s in business administration finance (Bac+4) - Project Management, Economy, Finance, Budget and Investments
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Omaha, Nebraska05.2018
Baccalauréat Général Série Économique Et Sociale (ES) -
Lycée Français Saint Exupéry Ouagadougou
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso07.2012
Skills
- Interpersonal Communication/Written and Verbal Communication
- Multitasking
- Software proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, One drive, etc)
- Excellent analytical and numeracy skills
- Bilingual (French/ English: FAO level C)
- Data Visualization
Area Of Expertise
- Cash Management
- Management Control
- Audit and Internal control
- Financial analysis
- Financial accounting
References
- Mensah ADIKA, WFP, +226 07 30 15 98
- Inoussa BOUNDAONE, BSIC, +1 819 329 3844
- Shelly WACHTER, West Gate Bank, +1 402 672 6710
- Kayla SCOTT, American Red Cross, +1 712 253 6006
Languages
French
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- 2024 Supervisory Skills Programme graduate
- 2023 SSAFE Safe and Secure Approaches in Field Environments graduate
- 2022 FAO Language diploma
Timeline
Senior Budget and Programming Associate
World Food Program / Programme Alimentaire Mondial
01.2022 - Current
Head of Operations
Cabinet Médical Rephaja
03.2021 - 12.2021
Branch Accounts' Officer
Banque Sahélo-Saharienne pour l'Investissement et le Commerce
03.2020 - 02.2021
Branch Intern
Banque Sahélo-Saharienne pour l'Investissement et le Commerce
11.2019 - 02.2020
Branch Customer Service Officer
West Gate Bank
06.2018 - 06.2019
Volunteer in Resource Mobilization
American Red Cross
04.2016 - 09.2016
Sales Representative/ Teller
Fashion Trend
11.2014 - 11.2017
- 2024 Supervisory Skills Programme graduate
- 2023 SSAFE Safe and Secure Approaches in Field Environments graduate
- 2022 FAO Language diploma
Bachelor’s in business administration finance (Bac+4) - Project Management, Economy, Finance, Budget and Investments
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Baccalauréat Général Série Économique Et Sociale (ES) -
Lycée Français Saint Exupéry Ouagadougou
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