Key skills and expertise

With over nine years of experience, the expert possesses strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and accounting software like QuickBooks and Sage ERP. Responsibilities have included leading grant administration and finance roles, implementing projects with international donors such as the EU and British Council. The expert excels in stakeholder engagement and financial transparency, having implemented meticulous record-keeping systems and conducted precise monthly reconciliations. Career highlights include successfully driving grant-funded initiatives and facilitating cross-functional collaboration, demonstrating leadership in both local and international projects across various sectors, including governance and humanitarian aid.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as the European Union, British Council, Sightsavers, Disability Rights Funds, National Democratic Institute, and Canadian Funds. The expert's involvement in these international development cooperation projects includes project implementation, stakeholder engagement, and financial reporting. The thematic areas include governance and support for vulnerable groups affected by conflict. The projects have been implemented at a national level, particularly in Nigeria, focusing on enhancing democratic governance and rehabilitation efforts in conflict-affected regions.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions in sectors such as humanitarian aid, emergency response, youth programs, administration, human rights, conflict resolution, grants and grant schemes, and finance and accounting. Previously held roles such as Senior Finance Officer and Program/Administrative Lead, demonstrating expertise in grant administration and financial management. The expert's work has a national focus in Nigeria, with cross-cutting expertise in fostering collaboration among diverse teams and implementing projects that enhance governance and support vulnerable groups in conflict-affected areas. Extensive experience in Nigeria, particularly in governance and conflict resolution projects, includes involvement with the European Union Support to Democratic Governance in Nigeria and initiatives addressing the impact of conflict in the Lake Chad Region.

Languages and education

The expert is proficient in English, utilizing this language in diverse professional settings, including collaboration with international teams and stakeholders in projects supported by organizations like the European Union and British Council. The language competence has facilitated effective communication and coordination in multicultural environments, contributing to successful project outcomes. The expert holds an MBA in Finance from Coventry University, United Kingdom, completed between 2017 and 2019. Additionally, a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration was obtained from Madurai Kamaraj University, India, from 2013 to 2016. The expert also earned a Diploma in Systems Information Management from Aptech Computer Education, completed in Nigeria between 2013 and 2014.