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Lekki, La, Ng

Lekki, Lagos State, Nigeria

Organizational Setup and Strategic Development: Successfully established the Goke Dele Foundation from the ground up, including setting up governance structures, operational processes, and administrative systems, ensuring a solid foundation for long-term growth and sustainability.2. Mission and Vision Formulation: Collaborated closely with the Founder to develop the Foundation's mission and vision statements, aligning them with the organization's core values and objectives, which now guide all strategic initiatives and program development.3. Brand Development and Communication Strategy: Spearheaded the development of the Foundation's brand identity and communication strategy, leading to a cohesive brand presence that increased visibility and stakeholder engagement by 50%.4. Program Design and Implementation: Developed and implemented the Foundation's flagship programs, directly impacting over 5000 beneficiaries by providing through the foundation’s scholarships scheme, Feed the Children Initiatives, Business Support & Training for Widows, and Capacity development training for NGOs, thereby contributing to the Foundation's mission of alleviating poverty, promoting education and social inclusion.5. Financial Management and Fundraising: Managed the Foundation's finances, including budget planning, financial reporting, and fund allocation, ensuring transparency and accountability. 6. Staff Recruitment and Capacity Building: Led the recruitment and training of a diverse and skilled team, enhancing the Foundation's operational capacity. Organized and recommended professional development workshops for all staff, resulting in a 50% improvement in staff performance and program delivery.7. Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting: Oversaw all stakeholder engagement activities, including partnership development, and community outreach. Developed comprehensive reports that highlighted program outcomes and impact, strengthening stakeholder trust and securing ongoing support.

Lagos Island, Lagos

1. Innovative Program Design and Implementation: Developed and implemented the Foundation's programs, directly impacting over 5000 beneficiaries. Also introduced and managed the Women Business School, High-Impact Career Fair, Capacity Building programs for NGOs etc. 2. High-Impact Career Development Initiative: Launched and coordinated the FISD Career Fair, attracting over 500 job applicants. The program offered specialized training from HR and industry experts, leading to a remarkable 60% employment rate among participants.4. Brand Development and Communication Strategy: Spearheaded the development of the Foundation's brand identity and communication strategy, leading to a cohesive brand presence that increased visibility and stakeholder engagement by 50%.5. Strategic Partnerships and Funding Growth: Secured key partnerships with corporate organizations and donors for various FISD initiatives. These collaborations resulted in a 30% increase in funding, enabling the expansion of educational, entrepreneurial, and empowerment programs.6. Financial Management and Fundraising: Managed the Foundation's finances, including budget planning, financial reporting, and fund allocation, ensuring transparency and accountability. 7. Staff Capacity Building: ensure the training of a diverse and skilled team, enhancing the Foundation's operational capacity, resulting in a 40% improvement in staff performance and program delivery.8. Stakeholder Engagement and Reporting: Oversaw all stakeholder engagement activities, including partnership development, and community outreach. Developed comprehensive reports that highlighted program outcomes and impact, strengthening stakeholder trust and securing ongoing support.9. Comprehensive Program Evaluation and Reporting: Developed and implemented a robust monitoring and evaluation system across all FISD programs. The system provided actionable insights that improved program effectiveness.

Nigeria

1. Successful Program Implementation: Led the planning, execution, and monitoring of the Foundation’s “Teenage Peace Education Program (TPEP), which impacted over 500 students from four secondary schools in Ikorodu community. The students were equipped with leadership & conflict resolution skills and inducted as Peace Champions in their schools.2. Strategic Partnership Development: Established and maintained strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, schools and other like-minded organizations, leading to enhanced program reach and sustainability.3. Monitoring and Evaluation Excellence: Designed and implemented a comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework for the “Teenage Peace Education Program (TPEP)”, which provided actionable insights that enhanced program effectiveness.4. Capacity Building Initiatives: Conducted four capacity-building workshops for local partners and staff, improving their skills in specific areas, e.g., project management, M&E, grant writing, and increasing overall program efficiency.

Lagos

Master'S Degree, Peace Studies And Conflict Resolution

Higher Diploma, Peace Building, Non Violence & Conflict Resolution, Upper Credit

Activities and Societies: Peace Club

B.A, History & International Studies, 4.17Cgpa (Second Class Upper)

Activities and Societies: Faculty of Arts & Humanities Football Club The Inquisitor (Press Club) Creative Minds