Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 14 years of experience, the expert excels in project management, monitoring and evaluation, and organizational development. Proficient in designing and planning projects, the expert has facilitated numerous workshops and capacity-building initiatives. Responsibilities have included leading national health projects as a Principal Research Officer at NACA and collaborating on international initiatives, such as the Global Fund-supported operations research. The expert has contributed to significant projects involving data analysis and reporting, enhancing HIV/AIDS response strategies. Recognized for presentation skills and strategic coordination, the expert consistently delivers impactful results in both local and international contexts.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in health sector operations research, the expert has collaborated with the Global Fund through the West African Infectious Disease Institute. This collaboration involved protocol development workshops and capacity building at a national level in Nigeria. The expert has also participated in projects supported by the Society for Family Health, focusing on the national AIDS response, which included training and data analysis efforts. These experiences highlight the expert's ability to engage with international donors and contribute to large-scale health initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors including Gender & Human Rights, Health, Youth & Child Welfare, and Monitoring & Evaluation. Previously held roles such as Principal Research Officer and Partner/Co-Director, focusing on project management, capacity building, and data analysis. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise spans organizational development and research innovation, with a strong emphasis on health initiatives. The geographic scope of work is primarily country-specific to Nigeria, involving both national and regional projects. The expert has extensive experience working in Nigeria, with significant involvement in health and development projects across various states, including Abuja, Akwa-Ibom, Cross River, Sokoto, Nassarawa, Kwara, Enugu, Kogi, Benue, and Rivers. This work has focused on public health, gender, and human rights, providing deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics in these regions.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English, a UN official language, and Yoruba. These language skills have been utilized in professional settings, including workshops, capacity-building initiatives, and project management within multilingual teams. There are no formal language certifications mentioned. The expert holds a Master of Science in Sociology of Development from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, completed in 2021. Additionally, the expert earned a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from the University of Ibadan in 2009. A Diploma in Law was also obtained from Lagos State University, Nigeria, in 2003.