Leadership/ Youth Training and Advocacy
Abiola O. Odetola
Public Advocacy/Development Associate
House 5, Opp Edola Hotel,Off Ewang Estate Leme, Abeokuta,Ogun State
Summary
An organized, articulate and proactive Project Coordinator offering 6 years of public advocacy and e- governance experience. Committed to working closely with non-governmental organisations and related government departments/organisations to manage public-government relationship, programme awareness and campaigns, youth and social development initiatives, peace and conflict management and promote general public awareness on government activities. Committed to making an improved change in public perception of public sector initiatives majorly around employment generation, youth inclusion and engagements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
1
1
Language
Work History
Special Assistant to Ogun State Governor
Job Creation and Youth Empowerment, Ogun State Government
Abeokuta, Ogun State
12.2020 - Current
- Assist in reviewing, assessing, and improving work flow and work processes for Job Creation initiatives of the administration
- Provide special assistance to leadership/Government in implementing policy decisions
- Increased number of subscribers on the State Job Portal to over 200,000 subscribers
- Successfully partnered with GIZ to facilitate training of 1000 Final Year students in three Tertiary institutions in Ogun State on Employability Skills Development training
- Designed Ogun State Employability Skills Development Program
- Facilitated training and presented start up kits to over 100 Fashion Entrepreneurs
- Assist in developing workable policies on youth engagement and youth development in the State Ogun Build, Ogun Teach and OG-YES
- Created framework for recruitment of personnel into Ogun State Security Network Code named AMOTEKUN CORPS
- Handle and manage various special assignment as directed by Governor and the leadership
- Lead engagements on Job Creation initiatives with public and the media(traditional and New media) on social issues affecting youths particularly in Odin State Nigeria
- Plan, arrange and attend strategic meetings with external organizations and individuals, enabling all parties to meet and discuss policy objectives and proposals
- Write articles, opinion positions on social justice, good governance and youths inclusion in
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Provided accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from project drawings and technical specifications.
- Drove team success through shared vision and recognition of quality performance.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to my superiors and the Secretary to State Government
- Obtained needed resources by strategically negotiating with stakeholders and NGOs, Donor Agencies and International Organisations
- Attended and presented keynotes National Conferences on Employment promotion.
- Tracked project and team members performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
- Trained Office interns occasionally
Executive Assistant, Special Adviser
Office of the Special Adviser to Ogun State Governor on Job Creation and Youth Empowerment
Abeokuta, Ogun State
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Manage Executive’s time and workspace
- Part of the team that worked on the policy document that set up Ogun state job portal (jobs.ogunstate.gov.ng), a platform that aggregates job opportunities for teeming youths
- Led the team that designed Ogun State Government Recruitment framework that led to the recruitment of over 3,000 Primary and Secondary School Teachers in the Education sector, and over 200 Medical Staff at Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OOUTH)
- Developed a robust youth engagement strategy for the Government during and post the ENDSARS Protest in the state
- Planned the first Youth-Government Dialogue programme for the Dapo Abiodun led Administration in Ogun State
- Leading engagements with the public, the media(traditional and New media) on social issues affecting youths particularly in Ogun State Nigeria
- Part of Government team that organized, managed and supervised sport initiatives and events to further promote youth engagements and inclusion
- (Abeokuta 10km Race, Remo 50km Ultra Race)
- Plan, arrange and attend strategic meetings with external organizations and individuals, enabling all parties to meet and discuss policy objectives and proposals
- Write articles, opinion positions on social justice, good governance and youths inclusion in Ogun State, Nigeria https://tribuneonlineng.com/statecraft-advocacy-youths-are-critical-to-dapo-abioduns-success/
- Prepared documents, reports and presentations for executives and board members using advanced software proficiencies.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Developed and maintained automated alert system for upcoming deadlines on incoming requests and events.
- Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for the Special Adviser and other stakeholders
- Wrote reports, executive summaries and concept notes.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Oversaw high profile projects for by planning, designing, and scheduling phases.
- Orchestrated projects within strict timeframes and budget constraints by solving complex problems and working closely with senior leaders in government.
Convener/Project Coordinator
Aktive Network
Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Continued educational campaign to increase youth participation and interest in governance
- Promoting youth development initiatives
- Coordinated team of 10 focused on creating sustainable youth development policy and making recommendations to Ogun State government
- Leading engagements with government representatives and media on social issues affecting youths particularly in Ogun State Nigeria
- Organized programs and events to further promote youth inclusion in governance process
- Planned and arranged meetings with external organizations and individuals, enabling all parties to meet and discuss project progress
- Write articles, opinion positions on social justice, good governance and emancipation of youths in Ogun State, Nigeria
- Supervised over 10 major projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Collaborated with 5 different project leaders to comply with accounting needs for project maintenance requirements.
- Arranged events by overseeing logistics, budgets, venue selection and activity planning.
- Transitioned over 10 projects from estimation and pre-construction phase to well-defined project execution plan.
- Oversaw onboarding and mentorship, planned and executed meetings and developed project documentation.
Coordinator E-Governance Department
Online Hub and Educational Services
Abeokuta, Ogun State
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Coordinated five programmes on public awareness on governance and government activities
- Organize five major public fora and events for enlightenment campaigns
- Production and publishing of educative materials in English and Yoruba languages for citizens' engagement
- Social Media outreaches to support citizens enlightenment of government programmes
- Coordinated and executed all elements of stakeholder events including logistics, budgets, venue selection, activity planning, transportation and entertainment
- Led comprehensive Training for staff members
- Established positive working relationships with the print and social media managers, government officials and other advocacy groups through regular communication and effective anticipation of needs
- Made recommendations to government on the use of e-voting
- Made recommendations to government on improved usage of the new media in reaching out to the populace and the youths especially
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Civic Education Tutor, Senior
National Youth Service Corp, Agidingbi, Grammar School
Lagos, Lagos
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Taught Civic Education as a subject to Senior Secondary school students as part of compulsory national service
- Taught Commerce as a subject to Senior Secondary school students
- Ensured the school's total grade improved from 35% to 75% at the West African
- Senior School Certificate Examination in 2014
- Coordinated and mentored the School Literary and Debate Team
- Made recommendations on the improvement of Civic Education curriculum to the schools board
- Participated in the State organized Students-Teachers enumeration exercise
Education
Masters - International Law And Diplomacy
University of Lagos
Akoka, Lagos 01.2015 - 01.2017
B.Sc - Economics
Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU)
Ago Iwoye , Ogun State 09.2007 - 01.2013
WASSCE -
African Church Grammar School
Ita Eko, Abeokuta 09.2002 - 06.2005
Skills
Project planning and development
undefinedAccomplishments
- Co-Founder, Ogun Youth Awards (Annual assessment and recognition of Youth entrepreneurs and advocates in Ogun State Nigeria since 2012)
- Founder, Aktive Citizens Network (An independent non-partisan youth driven advocacy network since 2016)
- Financial Secretary, Students Union, Olabisi Onabanjo University (2011-2012).
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Documented and recommended solutions on managing EndSars Protest in Ogun State which led to the organisation of a Youth-Government Dialogue Programme
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of Ogun Job Fair.
Affiliations
- Associate Member, Institute of Strategic Management of Nigeria 2009 to Current
- Member, Nigerian Youth Foundation 2006 to Current
- Member, All Progressive Congress, 2019 - Current
Timeline
Special Assistant to Ogun State Governor
Job Creation and Youth Empowerment, Ogun State Government
12.2020 - Current
Executive Assistant, Special Adviser
Office of the Special Adviser to Ogun State Governor on Job Creation and Youth Empowerment
08.2019 - 12.2020
Convener/Project Coordinator
Aktive Network
01.2017 - 12.2020
Coordinator E-Governance Department
Online Hub and Educational Services
01.2017 - 08.2019
Masters - International Law And Diplomacy
University of Lagos
01.2015 - 01.2017
Civic Education Tutor, Senior
National Youth Service Corp, Agidingbi, Grammar School
06.2013 - 06.2014
Certified Strategic Manager, Institute of Strategic Management of Nigeria
06-2009
B.Sc - Economics
Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU)
09.2007 - 01.2013
WASSCE -
African Church Grammar School
09.2002 - 06.2005
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Certification
Certified Strategic Manager, Institute of Strategic Management of Nigeria
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Interests
Public Policy/ Peace Initiatives
Employment Promotion
Creative Writing/Travelling/Networking
Football/Music
Project Management
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