Key skills and expertise

With 17 years of experience in community development, health, and project management, the expert is proficient in project implementation and grant management. She has led both national and international health initiatives, particularly in HIV and malaria projects. Her expertise includes technical analysis, budget management, and stakeholder coordination. In her role as a Senior Program Officer at FHI360, she oversees program implementation and ensures compliance with donor requirements. Her accomplishments include successful budget management, development of program tools, and effective monitoring and evaluation, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills in complex projects.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as the Global Fund and USAID. Her involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in health-related projects, with a focus on HIV and malaria. She has managed national-level projects in Nigeria, working with organizations like FHI360 and CHAN Medi-Pharm Ltd/Gte to optimize HIV investments and improve malaria service delivery. Her work spans various Nigerian states including Abuja, Rivers State, Delta State, and Imo State, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and effective program management.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across key sectors including community development, health, fundraising and grant management, and water, sanitation, and hygiene. She has held roles such as Senior Program Officer and State Program Officer, focusing on project management, technical assistance, and capacity building. Her interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating health initiatives with organizational development and advocacy. Her work is primarily country-specific to Nigeria, where she has managed national-level health projects and collaborated with local and international stakeholders. She has extensive experience in Nigeria, with significant roles in Abuja, Rivers State, Delta State, and Imo State, developing deep familiarity with local governance and regional health initiatives.

Languages and education

The expert is proficient in English, which she uses in her professional roles managing projects and collaborating with international teams. Her language competence supports effective communication in diverse, multicultural environments, essential for working with global health initiatives and donor-funded projects. She is currently pursuing a Master of Public Health (MPH) at EUCLID University, an online institution. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Physiology from the University of Calabar, Nigeria, where she graduated in 2009. Her educational background is focused on health and public health disciplines.