I am a project and program management professional with 18+ years of experience supporting and driving complex initiatives across MNCs, SMEs, and the social impact space. I have led multi-country programs across Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, and East Africa - collaborating closely with senior leaders, partners, and communities. Known for translating strategy into practical execution. I bring structure, accountability, and steady delivery to environments where alignment, collaboration, and meaningful outcomes matter. I lived and worked cross multiple countries, which has made me comfortable working with diverse teams and adapting quickly to different ways of working.

Ella Yadao

I am a project and program management professional with 18+ years of experience supporting and driving complex initiatives across MNCs, SMEs, and the social impact space. I have led multi-country programs across Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, and East Africa - collaborating closely with senior leaders, partners, and communities. Known for translating strategy into practical execution. I bring structure, accountability, and steady delivery to environments where alignment, collaboration, and meaningful outcomes matter. I lived and worked cross multiple countries, which has made me comfortable working with diverse teams and adapting quickly to different ways of working.

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I am a project and program management professional with 18+ years of experience supporting and driving complex initiatives across MNCs, SMEs, and the social impact space. I have led multi-country programs across Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, and East Africa - collaborating closely with senior leaders, partners, and communities. Known for translating strategy into practical execution.

I bring structure, accountability, and steady delivery to environments where alignment, collaboration, and meaningful outcomes matter.

I lived and worked cross multiple countries, which has made me comfortable working with diverse teams and adapting quickly to different ways of working.

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Language

English
Fluent
Tagalog
Fluent

Work Experience

Project Manager at Verity Nature Innovations Singapore Pte Ltd
March 1, 2024 - November 1, 2025
Led cross-country project delivery across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and East Africa; coordinated directly with CTO and cross-functional teams (engineering, product, UX, field operations); established regional office operations; supported end-to-end delivery for large-scale environmental projects; conducted field research with communities and end-users to validate mobile-app workflows; managed cross-country programs under the Global Centre of Excellence and ensured on-time delivery and safety/compliance.
Program Manager – Asia Pacific at Microsoft – Code Without Barriers (APAC)
December 1, 2022 - February 1, 2024
Directly reporting to the Director of Developer Engagement; led APAC initiatives, coordinating with engineering, product and UX teams; planned and tracked program delivery, prepared for technology rollouts, and conducted field research with partners and end-users to validate workflows across the region.
Marketing, Business Analyst & Project Analyst at DHL Express (Singapore) Pte Ltd
November 1, 2018 - August 1, 2022
Performed multiple roles across Marketing, Business Analysis and Project Analysis for Singapore, Malaysia, and Panama; directly reporting to Vice President and Managing Director – Global Centre of Excellence.
Assistant Manager & Office Supervisor at Danmax Security Management Pte Ltd
September 1, 2015 - December 1, 2017
Assistant Manager and Office Supervisor across organization subsidiaries; directly reporting to Head of Technology and Head of Business Development; supported operations, admin, and cross-functional initiatives.
Property Officer at Prop Mgmt Services Pte Ltd
May 1, 2013 - July 1, 2015
Property Officer reporting to Managing Director and MCST Council Members; managed property operations and stakeholder coordination.
Retail Store Supervisor at Robinsons Specialty Stores, Inc.
January 1, 2012 - December 1, 2013
Oversaw retail store operations; supervised frontline teams and supported sales targets across outlets.
Billing & Collection Officer at St. Luke’s Medical Center
January 1, 2009 - December 1, 2012
Managed billing and collections; performed administrative duties within the finance function.
Barista at Starbucks Coffee
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Delivered customer service, handled cash, and supported store operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship Management at Polytechnic University of the Philippines - Taguig City
June 1, 2005 - April 1, 2009

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Transportation & Logistics, Agriculture & Mining, Other

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