Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 31 years of experience in project management, public administration, and capacity building, the expert demonstrates key skills in resource management, organizational assessment, and public procurement. Career highlights include leading international and local initiatives, particularly in the WASH sector, with significant contributions to policy reform and capacity development. The expert has conducted political economy analyses and facilitated training programs, showcasing strong leadership and communication abilities. They have successfully managed multi-million-dollar projects, ensuring compliance with donor regulations and achieving impactful results in governance and infrastructure development across Nigeria.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the European Union (EU), World Bank (WB), and United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on projects involving technical assistance, project implementation, and capacity building. Worked across diverse projects involving governance, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), and institutional reform. Projects were conducted on a national scale in Nigeria, with specific engagements in states including Osun, Ekiti, Adamawa, and Abuja. Responsibilities have included conducting political economy analysis, developing procurement strategies, and facilitating training programs for public sector improvements.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in public administration, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), procurement, and education, the expert has held roles such as Technical Expert, Project Administrator, and Institutional Development Specialist. Responsibilities have included project management, policy analysis, and capacity building. The expert possesses interdisciplinary knowledge in governance and infrastructure development, particularly in the context of regional and national projects in Nigeria. Their work has often involved cross-cutting themes such as institutional reform and social development. Geographic experience includes extensive work in Nigeria, with deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, contributing to significant projects in WASH and institutional reforms.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English and Yoruba, with excellent reading, speaking, and writing skills in both languages. These competencies have been utilized extensively in professional settings, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. The expert's proficiency in English has facilitated effective communication and coordination in international projects and training programs. Educational achievements include a Master of Science in Public Administration from the National Open University of Nigeria (ongoing) and a Master of Business Administration from the University of Lagos. Additionally, they hold a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Nigeria, a Post Graduate Diploma in Education from the National Teachers’ Institute, Kaduna, and a Post Graduate Certificate in Gender and Policy Studies from Obafemi Awolowo University. They have also completed certificates in Project Management and Leadership and Management in Health from the University of Washington, USA.