Chidiebere Christogonus Ibe
Social Entrepreneur
Lagos,Lagos
Summary
Hardworking, energetic and resourceful social entrepreneur passionate about building organization's goals and vision both from within and externally with the track record of consistently setting the pace in my field by initiating out of the box solution based programs, building successful team and managing impact driven project implementation.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Founder/Executive Director
African Youths Initiative on Crime Prevention
Surulere, Lagos
03.2008 - Current
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial organisational growth.
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures and practices.
- Spearheaded matrix organizational plan with clear roles and responsibilities to enhance processes, maintain quality project delivery.
- Investigated and addressed organizational development challenges to proactively mitigate problems.
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Interviewed, supervised and motivated 12 staff members to achieve optimal productivity.
- Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
- Developed innovative ideas and strategies to facilitate organization's expansion.
- Led team of 12 other leaders reporting to Board of Directors.
Brand/ External Communications Manager
CALLIND International Ventures
Lagos, Lagos
07.2010 - 02.2011
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Implementation Project Manager
LEAP Africa
Lagos, Lagos
03.2009 - 11.2010
- Outlined work plans, determined resources, wrote timelines and generated initial budgets as part of project scope determination.
- Monitored contracts and service level agreements to identify potential risks and implement mitigation actions to protect development process from unforeseen delays and costs.
- Maintained licensing contracts with vendors.
- Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.
- Developed project plans identifying key issues, approaches and performance metrics.
- Created implementation methodologies to control project costs and meet deadlines.
Security Officer
Zenith International Bank
PortHarcourt, Rivers State
01.2001 - 11.2001
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and car parks.
- Identified violators and escorted departing personnel to guard against theft of property.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic upon entry onto building grounds through electronic gates.
Assistant Security Supervisor
Diamond Secutity Ltd
PortHarcourt, Rivers State
03.2000 - 12.2000
- Administered and maintained employee ID badge system to increase site security and track and manage employees and assets.
- Analyzed and investigated incidents alongside functional management and security supervisors.
- Advised security team and conducted investigations of significant threats and loss or misappropriation of assets.
- Monitored key control access system to prevent unauthorized entry to building.
Education
Master of Science - Guidance And Councelling
University of Lagos
Akoka, Lagos 05.2016 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Human KInetics And Health Education
University of Lagos
Akoka, Lagos 10.2006 - 08.2009
Post Graduate Diploma - Public Administration
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Agowoye, Ogun State 09.2005 - 08.2006
Advanced Diploma - Business Management
University of Lagos
Akoka, Lagos 02.2004 - 01.2005
Diploma - Computer And Management
University of Lagos
Akoka, Lagos 03.2003 - 02.2004
Senior School Certificate -
Niger Grammar School
PortHarcourt, Rivers State 01.2002 - 08.2002
No Degree -
Obizi High School
Obizi, Ezinihite LGA, Imos State 10.1993 - 12.1999
Skills
Communication skills
Networking and relationship building skill
Negotiation skill
Interpersonal, and team work
Facilitation/training and presentation skill
Mobiilisation and stakeholder engagement/management skill
Analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
Creative and Innovative skill
Creative thinking skills
Strategic planning skill
Organizational, planning and time management skill
Professional Memberships & Certifications
- Associate Chartered Personal Assistant (ACPA), Institute of Personal Assistants of Nigeria (IPAN), Abeokuta
- Associate Member - Institute of Registered Administrative Managers of Nigeria
- Member - Association of Professional Counsellors in Nigeria
- Member - Registered Administrative Managers of Nigeria
- Member - International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP)
- Member - International Substance Abuse & Addiction Coalition (ISAAC)
- Member - Institute of Social Justice
- Member - Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association
- Member - University of Lagos Alumni
- Member - LEAP Africa Alumni
- Member - International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) Alumni
International Exchange Programs
- international Visitor Leadership Program, United States Department of State Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Professional Trainings
- United Nations Office on Drug and Crime (UNODC), Lagos, Nigeria. Education for Justice Training of Trainers, Certificate of Participation, 19-20 September, 2019.
- Center for Research and Information on Substance Abuse (CRISA) Abuja, Nigeria. Drugs, Alcohol, and Society in Africa, Certificate of Participation, 19-20 September, 2018
- United Nations Office on Drug and Crime (UNODC), Valencia Hotel, Abuja. Drug Prevention, Treatment and Care Sensitization, Certificate of Completion, 20-22 June, 2018
- International Association of Police Academies (INTERPA), Doha, Qata. New Trends in Combating Terrorism and Extremism, Certificate of Participation, 2-4 April 2018
- University of Sussex Law, Politics & Sociology, Brighton UK. Understanding Hate Crime: Research, Policy and Practice, Certificate of Participation, 8-9 May, 2014
- Institute for Social Justice, Inc. New Orleans, LA. National Crime Prevention Symposium, Certificate of Attendance and Participation, 25 February - 1st March, 2013
- Office of the Attorney General Florida Crime Prevention Training Institute, Florida, USA. Basic Crime Prevention, Certificate of Recognition, 9-13 July, 2012.
- Institute for Cultural Diplomacy, Washington D.C. International Symposium on Cultural Diplomacy in USA, Certificate of Attendance, 26-28 June, 2012
- World Congress of the International Society for Criminology, Japan. Certificate of Participation, 5-9 August 2011
- Worldview International, University of Lagos, Nigeria. African Student Leadership Summit, Certificate of Attendance, 29-31 August 2008
- LEAP Africa, Lagos, Nigeria. Youth Leadership Programme, Certificate of Participation, February -November 2008
- The Presidency, Citizenship & Leadership Centre, Sea School Apapa, Lagos. Citizenship & Leadership Training, Certificate of Attendance, 5-9 November, 2007
Leadership Experiences
- Assistant National Policy Secretary, International Society of Substance Use Professionals, 2019 to Date
- National Coordinator, UNODC Education for Justice Civil Society Network, 2020 to Date
- General Secretary, Nigerian Voluntary Services Association, NIVOSA
- Member Monitoring and Evaluation Team, Self Esteem Initiative.
- Public Relations Officer, National Youth Council of Nigeria, NYCN
- International Relations Officer, National Youth Council of Nigeria, Lagos State Chapter – 2011 to date
- Chairman, Obizi Improvement Union, Lagos Branch Unification /Award Ceremony Committee, 2009 to date
- National Public Relations Officer – All Nigerian United Nation Students and Youth Associations, 2009 to date.
- President (Traditional Ruler) Igbo Students Forum, University of Lagos, 2009.
- Vice Chairman, 2009 Obizi Improvement Union Lagos Branch Electoral Committee, 2009.
- Chairman- Faculty of Education Students’ Congress- University of Lagos, 2007
Awards
- Achievers Award, 2021
- Justice and Community Achievement Award – Institute for Social Justice, New Orleans, LA, United States of America, 2013
- Award of Excellence in leadership-University of Lagos, Nigeria, 2009
Hobbies
- Reading
- Travelling
- Networking
- Swimming
- Storytelling
Timeline
Master of Science - Guidance And Councelling
University of Lagos
05.2016 - 11.2019
Brand/ External Communications Manager
CALLIND International Ventures
07.2010 - 02.2011
Implementation Project Manager
LEAP Africa
03.2009 - 11.2010
Founder/Executive Director
African Youths Initiative on Crime Prevention
03.2008 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Human KInetics And Health Education
University of Lagos
10.2006 - 08.2009
Post Graduate Diploma - Public Administration
Olabisi Onabanjo University
09.2005 - 08.2006
Advanced Diploma - Business Management
University of Lagos
02.2004 - 01.2005
Diploma - Computer And Management
University of Lagos
03.2003 - 02.2004
Senior School Certificate -
Niger Grammar School
01.2002 - 08.2002
Security Officer
Zenith International Bank
01.2001 - 11.2001
Assistant Security Supervisor
Diamond Secutity Ltd
03.2000 - 12.2000
No Degree -
Obizi High School
10.1993 - 12.1999