Success Stories
" I met in Ejiro sometime in 2008 when I recruited her into my team. When I met her, she was still trying to find a path in HR, but I was convinced that she had found her calling and would be brilliant at it.
Ejiro is one of those individuals who brings a smile to the face of an interviewer as they try to contain themselves from shouting ‘eureka’. She gave me great joy as I interviewed her and experienced her raw brilliance and pure, yet humble confidence. I knew from that moment that she is a star, and throughout the years that I have known her, she has never given me any opportunity to doubt this perception that I have of her.
During the years that we worked together, I got the opportunity to see her blossom in the roles assigned to her. With every successfully executed project she began to see herself the way I saw her when I asked her to join the team. I found her to be a conscientious and very hardworking professional. As a budding consultant, she found a way to quietly gain the confidence of the clients that we serviced, and in no time, they were asking for her to manage their briefs. I believe her most unique ability was how she delve into each project calmly, and professionally, and no matter how new the business area was, she always mastered it in record time.
Ejiro is an accomplished multitasker and for someone as young as she was when I met her, this was very impressive. This skill that she possessed ensured the successful completion of many difficult projects. Through the years that I supervised her, I observe her very unique interpersonal style which I found to be a pleasant and positive. Whilst working with her, I realised that her positive disposition transcended beyond her person to anyone who collaborated with her on any project; and most often than not, as a result of her influence, the team that she worked within were always harmonious.
One very important thing about Ejiro is her sense of purpose. When she discusses a goal, or an aspiration with you, just know that she has already thought about it and has probably taken steps to actualize this goal. She is very clear minded about her goals and is good at following them through to the end. She understands her limitations and takes that into account in all her planning.
Since we stopped working together, I have observed Ejiro as she expanded her horizon as a Human Resources professional. I have seen her grow tremendously in her quest to continually seek knowledge, even when such knowledge is outside of her comfort zone. I see how she has served as a valuable resource to several organisations, groups, and individuals, despite her own tremendous workload. I noticed how her very versatile background in human resources management and the fact that she believes strongly in building a legacy as a practitioner who operates from a value-based perspective has garnered her respect within and outside her network. "
Phil Maduagwu
Nokia Country People Manager - Nigeria, Chad, Seychelles, Equitorial Guinea, Liberia, Congo B & Mozambique CPO PE IMEA, Cluster CEW & Southern Africa CPO Chief People Office
" I am more than pleased and honoured to write a recommendation for Ejiro Ogunbanjo who I know as a consummate Human Resources professional.
I first came in contact with Ejiro when she was the HR Head of the Nigerian HR professional association, Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria and was quite taken with her depth of knowledge, analytical skills, confidence and professional approach to HR issues. I did not hesitate to approach her when searching for a Senior HR Business Partner in my previous organisation.
I managed Ejiro in Airtel Networks in Nigeria where she demonstrated excellent talent management and HR business partnering skills to achieve great results. Her drive for excellent execution and results, clear mind in seeing the big picture and applying it to providing workable solutions to partners are very commendable. As she is highly skilled in both the talent management and business partnering space, it was always easier for her to apply talent strategies to the business and make powerful impacts on the functions that she supports. Excellent thinker, a great team member, a good communicator, outstanding people manager, she was a pleasure to work with.
I used to receive extremely positive feedback from the functional directors and people regarding the excellent support as well as the quality of service she provides
I am confident that she will continue to be a powerful and invaluable asset for any organisation ."
"Ejiro Ogunbanjo served as an exceptional HR Consultant under my supervision during her tenure at Deloitte Nigeria. Having had the privilege of working closely with her, I can confidently attest to her outstanding work ethics and unwavering commitment to excellence.
In my capacity as a Partner at Deloitte Nigeria (at the time), I had the opportunity to observe and guide Ejiro throughout her time as a member of our Consulting Practice. I was consistently impressed with her dedication to maintaining the highest standards of work ethic (she consistently exhibited a strong sense of integrity, professionalism, and reliability). Her punctuality, attention to detail, and willingness to take on challenging tasks exemplified her commitment to Deloitte’s values.
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Mr. Joseph Eboigbe
Commissioner For Finance, Edo State
"I'm excited to share my wholehearted recommendation for Ejiro, a standout member of our HR team during her time as an HRBP at Airtel Nigeria. Working closely with Ejiro was an absolute pleasure. Her work ethic and commitment to excellence was evident in every task she took on. She brought a level of dedication that raised the bar for the entire team.
Ejiro excelled in fostering a collaborative work environment. Her fantastic communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as her creativity and bubbly nature, made her an effective liaison with teammates, line managers, and external partners. She adapted effortlessly to various work situations and interacted seamlessly with colleagues at all levels.
One of Ejiro's standout qualities was her ability to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines without compromising quality. This attribute significantly contributed to our team's success and ensured timely delivery of tasks.
In terms of HR competency, Ejiro was a true asset. Her deep understanding of HR practices and procedures, coupled with her ability to apply them effectively, with minimal coaching, ensured our team remained compliant and successful in meeting HR-related objectives.
Ejiro is a highly skilled professional with a knack for surpassing expectations. Her contributions to our team and company were invaluable, and I'm confident she'll continue to excel in any role she takes on.
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"Ejiro worked as the HR Business Partner for finance for a short period of 18 months. Despite her short stay in Airtel, she made a huge impact. During her time at Airtel, she was very professional, friendly, and purpose driven. One of my favourite experience with her was how she brought excitement into the department's village meetings. She introduced different games and team bonding activities that got adults run around the room and jumping. That was quite unusual for a Finance function. The engagements broke barriers amongst the team which made it easier for employees to engage and communicate across hierarchical levels and amongst their peers. More people stayed because they felt loved beyond the work deliverables.
I will recommend Ejiro always because she has demonstrated the ability to work exceptionally even in difficult situations.
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"Ejiro Ogunbanjo is my Line Manager. I have had the privilege of working with her for about 5 months now, and I must say without mincing words that she is such a delight to work with.
Her Leadership style is so admirable that I have had to commend her on this a number of times. Ejiro has a way of challenging you and making you better. I dare say that you cannot work with Ejiro and remain on the same level. One thing that also stands her out in this regard is her admirable way of Leading with empathy. As the performer that she is, she always demands the best from her Team. However, Ejiro is the type of Line Manager that will ask "How are you", before "where are we?". Another thing that I admire about Ejiro's leadership style is that while she will give you the freedom to use your initiative, you can also be rest assured that she's on standby to give you the necessary support if need be.
Furthermore, I can't help but admire Ejiro's work ethics. Ejiro is ever committed to going over and beyond and this rubs off on her Team in a positive way. You can also always bank on Ejiro to execute a task excellently and in a timely, innovative, and disruptive manner.
Finally, I recall a mutual friend once saying "Ejiro knows HR". Having worked with Ejiro so far, I must say that not only is she an exceptional and Knowledgeable HR professional, but her Business acumen is amazing. It's always a delight listening to her when she engages with the Business. You can be rest assured that Ejiro will make valuable and insightful contributions during engagements with the Business. She never goes for a meeting unprepared.
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Davis Anozie
HR Business Partner Africa Prudential Plc
"Ejiro is a commercial-oriented and business-minded individual, who excels in the roles of People Manager, Coach, and Scrum Master. Her core expertise in People, Operations, and Resource Management is truly commendable. She has an exceptional ability to lead and guide teams with a focus on achieving both individual and collective success.
One of Ejiro's standout qualities is her unending thirst for knowledge and personal growth. She has actively taken steps to expand her skillset and broaden her horizons. Notably, she is on a remarkable journey to become a Tech Leader and Agile Coach, and I have had the pleasure of watching her progress in various domains, including Agile, Scrum, Culture Transformation, People Management, Marketing Communications, Project Management, Customer Experience, Growth and Partnerships, Product Management, Sales, and Business Development.
Her commitment to continuous improvement is truly inspiring. She has demonstrated a keen ability to adapt to new challenges, acquire new skills, and apply them effectively to drive results. Her dedication to staying ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving Fintech landscape is evident in her rapid growth and development in these diverse areas.
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"Mrs. Ejiro Ogunbanjo was my HR Business Partner between 2019 and 2020. She modelled the future HR professional. I found her to be a different breed... High on personal engagement and team motivation."
"I currently work under the supervision of Ejiro Ogunbanjo as her Direct Report, I have had the privilege of working with her for roughly 1 year and it has been an exciting journey because indeed Ejiro is an exceptional leader.
Her leadership style is commendable, and this has been instrumental in fostering a sense of collaboration, motivation, and active involvement among her team members. She does not believe in micro-managing her team therefore she gives you the chance to fly as high as you can but also providing the right guidance where needed.
In addition, Ejiro is highly skilled and knowledgeable in the HR field as well as the Tech Space. She has an idea of everything and can make meaningful contributions on different subject matters. Her contribution to the team and the organization as a whole is undeniable."
Fadekemi Ajayi
HR Analyst - Africa Prudential Plc
"It is really an honor for me to pen down my thoughts about my coach Ejiro… . I would like to share why I think she’s a perfect coach, one thing you can always be sure of is after a session with her you feel like you can conquer any challenge or surmount any obstacle. Ejiro is an excellent professional and has a wide range of experience across different professions or industry.
She inspires you to do better, be more than you are and to always leave a mark. I must add also that she is very confidential which is a good hallmark of a great coach. My engagements with her has giving me the confidence to stretch my faith for more out of live. In summary she is the Best."