Highlights:PROGRAM ANALYST (West Africa) Jul 2019- Date British Military Advisory and Training Team (BMATT) - British High Commission, Abuja, Nigeria Outline: Supporting the works of the British Military Advisory and Training Team (BMATT) and the British Defense Section (BDS) in West Africa. Responsible for providing programmatic and analytical support to the Chief of Staff (COS) in the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of regional defense program to achieve the West Africa strategy for Conflict Security and Stability Fund (CSSF). Key Accomplishments 1. Adapted and implemented a new assessment model that tracked military training at six levels, from planning to impact, and enabled efficient analysis and evidence-based reporting of a regional program. 2. Led the development of the regional output 2 Result Framework, work-plan, and budget, which the donor approved for funding of $8 million. 3. Evaluated the impact of the BMATT program in Nigeria and LCB by effectively engaging with key military leaders as well as junior ranks to obtain in-theatre and operational data. 4. Provided substantial evidence of program impacts, used as a primary input in donor reports, resulting in a 5-year funding commitment from the donor. 5. Prepared training modules, planned, and delivered training on program management and assessment to more than 60 technical lead and the Short Term Training Team (STTT), resulting in a successful program delivery that met the target objectives. PROGRAM OFFICER (Grants and Partnership Management) - Jun 2015- Jun 2019 The Nigeria Foundation for the Support of Victims of Terrorism, Abuja, Nigeria Outline: Reporting to the Director of Program, I worked closely with the thematic leads, consultants, and implementing partners to ensure the successful implementation and monitoring of national humanitarian and development programs. ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT - Jan 2014- Apr 2015 DexNova Consulting Limited, Lagos, Nigeria Outline: Assisted the lead consultants with project management consulting services and certification training for individuals and organizations. ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER - Mar 2010- Dec 2013 Eny Construction Limited, Calabar, Nigeria Outline: Assisted the Project Manager(s) on different areas of multiphase projects, including contract administration, project financial management, and administrative management.

Skills:Project Management, Project Planning, Capacity building and presentation skills, Budgeting and Financial Management, Keen analytical and critical thinking, Communications and excellent interpersonal skills, Proficiency with Microsoft Package, Monitoring and Evaluation

Goal:My ambition is to advance professionally by taking on new and demanding responsibilities. My interest is project/program management, and I intend to be the best as much as possible. I'm excited to see my duties develop and to take on management and strategic tasks. I am not concerned about titles, but after demonstrating my effectiveness as an Analyst, Coordinator, or Manager, I would like to advance to the position of Advisor, and then Director, to further demonstrate my leadership and strategic abilities.

Membership:1. London International Development Centre (LIDC) - December 2020 2. Project Management Institute (PMI), USA - October 2014 3. Chartered Institute of Financial and Investment Analyst, Nigeria - October 2013 4. Institute of Strategic Management, Nigeria - July, 2009

Certification:1. Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute, USA - October 2014 2. Project Management for Development Professionals (PMD Pro 1 & 2) - APMG International, United Kingdom - March 2019 3. Project Management for Development Professionals (FMD Pro 1) - APMG International, United Kingdom - February 2019

Honor:1. Best Graduating Student in Business Administration Department 2008.

Program Analyst 07/2019 - current
British Military Advisory and Training Team (BMATT), Nigeria, Abuja, FCT, Federal Capital Territory Nigeria
Industry: Defence and Government
Supporting the works of the British Military Advisory and Training Team (BMATT) and the British Defence Section (BDS) in West Africa. Responsible for providing programmatic and analytical support to the Chief of Staff (COS) in the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of regional defense program to achieve the West Africa strategy for Conflict Security and Stability Fund (CSSF).
Key Responsibilities •Ensure that the program is coordinated across BMATT and with other Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) actors to provide a solid strategic perspective. •Serves as subject matter expert and point of contacts on program management and evaluation related matters. •Provide specialist assistance in developing program strategic documents and plans, such as the theory of change, result framework, budgets, and work plans. •Establish and maintain communication with the UK Short Term Training Team and the Nigerian Armed Forces in order to collect relevant data and information for analysis and reporting. •Create a system for collecting in-theatre information sharing between the UK military and the Nigerian Armed Forces for impact assessment. •Collect and analyze data to track progress against plans based on key performance indicators and provide recommendations to the program leads, commanders, partners, and other key stakeholders. •Contribute to the development of donor reports on regional program performance on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis. •Develop good working relationships with the BMATT program Leads, the Nigeria security agencies, and regional partners. Key Accomplishments •Adapted and implemented a new assessment model that tracked military training at six levels, from planning to impact, and enabled efficient analysis and evidence-based reporting of a regional program. •Led the development of the regional output 2 Result Framework, work-plan, and budget, which the donor approved for funding of $8 million. •Evaluated the impact of the BMATT program in Nigeria and LCB by effectively engaging with key military leaders as well as junior ranks to obtain in-theatre and operational data. •Provided substantial evidence of program impacts, used as a primary input in donor reports, resulting in a 5-year funding commitment from the donor. •Prepared training modules, planned, and delivered training on program management and assessment to more than 60 technical lead and the Short Term Training Team (STTT), resulting in a successful program delivery that met the target objectives.--
Program Officer - Grant and Partnership Management 06/2015 - 06/2019
The Nigeria Foundation for the Support of Victims of Terrorism, Abuja, FCT, Federal Capital Territory Nigeria
Industry: Humanitarian and Development
Reporting to the Director of Program, I worked closely with the thematic leads, consultants, and implementing partners to ensure the successful implementation and monitoring of national humanitarian and development programs.
Key Responsibilities •Led the development and implementation of the VSF Grant Management Policy and Procedural Manual, as well as provided leadership in its use. •Participated in the review of the implementing partners' pre-award due diligence reports to identify common weaknesses in organizational capacity and financial management, and recommended capacity development actions. •Built and maintained effective close working relationships with appropriate government and security entities through active information sharing to support the VSF mission. •Designed, planned, and carried out capacity-building activities for implementing partners in North East Nigeria. •In collaboration with program staff and thematic leads, conducted on-site supportive supervision of implementing partners and on-site report verification. •Participated in relevant working group meetings to enable and encourage the exchange of information, expertise, experiences, and accomplishments. •Maintained and updated all VSF program and grant records, both soft and hard copies. Key Accomplishments •Coordinated the drafting of the organization's annual $7 million budget, which gained approval after the review by the budget panel. •Managed and monitored over 30 grant programs with values ranging from $20,000 to $500,000 each; regularly coordinated with both internal team and implementing partners across Borno, Adamawa and Yobe States to ensure effective delivery of results. •Planned and coordinated the delivery of grant and program management training for approximately 100 staff members from 30 implementing partners in Northeast Nigeria, strengthening their capacity for successful program delivery and results. •Established and sustained diverse collaborations with policymakers, government agencies, security agencies and a network of NGOs to increase program awareness, resulting in $1 million in partnership funding from two organizations. •Led the implementation of a $2 million health finance initiative that increased the capacity of 18 health facilities, including 2 military hospitals for emergency response; served as point person for executing Memorandums of Understanding, reviewing invoices, tracking expenditures, and approving reported deliverables.--
Associate Project Management Consultant 01/2014 - 04/2015
DexNova Consulting Limited, Nigeria, Lagos, Lagos Nigeria
Industry: Consultancy and Professional Services
Assisted the lead consultants with project management consulting services and certification training for individuals and organizations.
Key Responsibilities •Collaborated with clients' leadership and other team members to establish best practices and tools for project execution and management. •Provided frequent project status analysis/metrics using Earned Value Analysis. Define and maintain important performance metrics and data for clients. •Developed Project Management Curriculum and Training Materials based on PMI® PMBOK Guide 5th Edition •Worked with clients and operations partners to resolve execution issues, analysing pros and cons and providing sound recommendations for resolution. •Created presentations and reports that convey complex information in a simple manner. Key Accomplishments •Trained and mentored 100 candidates for international project management certification, with over 80% of those who took the exam passing. •Conducted an Earned Value Analysis and made recommendations that helped a client's multi-million dollar project stay on track while saving more than $200,000 in costs.--
Assistant Project Manager 03/2010 - 12/2013
Eny Construction Limited, Calabar, Cross River State Nigeria
Industry: Building and Construction
Assisted the Project Manager(s) on different areas of multiphase projects, including contract administration, project financial management, and administrative management.
Key Responsibilities •Updated the company's profile, prepared bid materials and proposals, and attended bid openings. •Developed project cost estimates using Work Breakdown Structure (WBS). •On a regular basis, delivered project progress reports to the project manager and the company's management team. •Communicated well with project stakeholders and managed their participation. •Maintained records on project financial expenditure and reporting, and debriefed the project manager on a regular basis. •Assisted with the recruitment and training of new project team members. •Aided with the selection of subcontractors and vendors. Key Accomplishments •Owned the project schedule, and budget for a $500,000 renovation project and met all deadlines and budgets by proactively identifying and mitigating all risks, resulting in client satisfaction and retention. •Led the bid preparation and submission process, which resulted in the company receiving a $1 million contract for stadium construction. •Managed a team of ten subcontractors on various stages of road construction projects, completing each project two weeks ahead of schedule and on budget.--

Adamawa State University, Mubi 04/2005 - 02/2009
Mubi, Adamawa, Nigeria
Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Major:Business Administration
Minor:Management
A Bachelor of Business Administration (Management) degree assists students in gaining an effective understanding of the technique and strategy of management theory and practice by exploring the different parts of main business ideologies. Students learn to take on executive roles in corporate operations such as planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and regulating.

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