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Chima Jeff Megwei

Chima Jeff Megwei

Election Obserrver Specialist, And Human Right Advocate
Umuahia

Summary

Results-driven governance and civic engagement specialist with a proven track record in election and parliamentary strengthening, community organizing, and public accountability. Expertise includes policy drafting and analysis, advocacy, and program management aimed at enhancing democratic processes and institutional effectiveness. Proficient in planning, monitoring, evaluation, technical report writing, and data analysis, complemented by strong communication and interpersonal skills. Committed to advancing inclusive civic participation and accountable governance through evidence-based programming and strategic stakeholder engagement.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications

Work History

Watching the Vote Abia State Focal Point

Yiaga Africa
06.2018 - Current
  • To write technical report to the Zonal Manager
  • To recruit and supervise the 17 LGA Supervisors in Abia State
  • To monitor and train 18 Watching the Vote (WTV) Local Government Area (LGA) Supervisors and over 50 WTV Polling Unit (PU) Observers (Field workers/Data collectors) on Data Collection, Documentation analysis and Report writing
  • To Support WTV LGA Supervisors in the recruitment of WTV Polling Unit observers and ensuring they are trained
  • To support WTV LGA supervisors in the management of WTV Polling unit observers
  • To support WTV LGA Supervisors in making logistical preparations for Workshops for WTV Polling Unit Observers
  • To Conduct the Election Day Observation workshops for WTV LGA Supervisors and WTV PU Observers
  • Financial Management of funds and Grant management based on established principles and procedures
  • Stakeholder engagement and management in the state including government officials, Non-State Actors, etc.
  • Networking and attending on state and national level meetings ranging from advocacy, capacity building, and experience sharing.

Executive Director

Megwei Initiative for Community Development (MIC-D)
01.2009 - Current
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
  • Developed and implemented organizational strategies to achieve set goals and objectives and secured long-term success.
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.
  • Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
  • Championed diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the organization to create a more inclusive work environment.
  • Strengthened internal communication channels to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and decision making.

Monitoring and Reporting Officer

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
08.2019 - 06.2025

• To Develop and manage UNHCR’s M & E System

• To Manage UNHCRS external e-information sharing portals such as its website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, etc.

• To Develop UNHCR Cameroon Situation Communication Policy, Strategy and Plan

• To Develop UNHCR Internal Communication architecture

• To Prepare Weekly, and monthly (status) reports on M & E findings and work closely with Finance/program staff and implementing partners (FHI, Rhema Care, Save the Children, Caritas Nigeria, Red Cross, Mediatrix, Cuso International to share reports of intervention to relevvant structures

• Conduct regular visits to the field to support the implementation of M & E and to identify where adaptations might be needed and documentation of learnings and input to the Knowledge management portal

• Guide the regular sharing of the output of M & E findings with project staff, management, project implementing partners, and primary stakeholders, highlighting areas of concern and possible corrective action to be taken;

• To Submit` timely informative reports, indicating performance in processes planned for the month and progress towards outputs and objectives of the Project.

• To Submit situational and any other non-routine reports when necessary or when asked to in consultation with the program manager.

• In collaboration with program staff support and ensure adequate documentation of human interest and other success stories or case studies and lessons learned from projects for sharing.

• To Identify and recommend opportunities for collaboration and other forms of engagement

• To use innovative communications for development (C4D) tools including newsletters, monthly briefs, etc. to capture project results and to share the same with stakeholders and the wider public.

  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

State Field Officer

DFID/MADE
10.2017 - 02.2018
  • Supported organizational goals by collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve shared objectives in the field.
  • Improved field operations efficiency by implementing innovative data collection and reporting techniques.
  • Collaborated effectively with diverse groups of individuals during community outreach programs to achieve desired outcomes smoothly.
  • Increased client satisfaction levels by providing timely and accurate information on project progress.
  • Knowledge sharing of success stories for Agricultural input using infographics and MS Excel

Research, Content Development and Data Analyst

PIND Foundation
07.2014 - 06.2016

● To Prepare Niger Delta Development Forum M&E Template and reports for 2014 and 2015; and Monthly Newsletter for NDLink from January 2015 till May 2016.

● Social media supports in key program like Niger Delta Development Forum and development of Social Media Toolkit for development practitioners in the Niger Delta and beyond with support from my manager

● To Monitor and Evaluate over 450 current catalog of donor assisted projects in the Niger Delta region to determine scope, amount funded, and impact of projects

● To Assist NDLink team in connecting with donors on evaluation and key achievements of projects, share success stories, success learnt in key initiatives within Niger Delta and use/share the information as advocacy issues with development practitioners in the region.

● To Generate reports and track partner engagement, and identify opportunities for improvement/optimization through the Akvo Really Simple Reporting (RSR); a reporting and M&E tool for reporting development projects

● To Develop a matrix to Identify partners and organizations to conduct in-depth interviews on project implemented and the impact.

● To Provid assistance in managing an international portfolio of partners across continents through the social media with the use of Akvo RSR tool kit

● To Identify areas of improvement for existing partners, and research potential and new partnerships with special projects in video and social media

● To Manage and lead on special Initiatives; NDLink Champions, #MyNigerDelta for 2016

Head of Research and Programs

Community & Youth Enhancement Initiative (C-YEI)
01.2013 - 06.2014
  • Established strategic goals for broad-scale research through acquisition of appropriate funding and program support.
  • Designed and delivered trainings and presentations to institutional staff and supported research program development.
  • Conducted risk assessments for research where applicable.
  • Established connections with liaisons to industrial and commercial stakeholders, allowing industry trends to inform research and vice versa.

Senior Program Officer

Annabelles Bogi Development Initiative
11.2004 - 12.2010
  • Analyzed program performance utilizing strong knowledge of competitor benchmarking and vendor evaluations.
  • Established performance metrics and monitored progress to drive continuous improvement efforts.
  • Managed risk management and financial projections for multiple projects.
  • Collaborated with internal departments to ensure alignment of objectives and seamless integration of program initiatives.
  • Conducted HIV Awareness creation/Sensitizations in Abia North and Abia Central senatorial zones for the establishment of HCT in Ohafia and Umuahia South LGAs of Abia State
  • Trained 100 Uniform service men for the first time in Abia State on HIV/AIDs and established desk offices in Nigerian Police, Immigration and Civil Defense Corps in Abia State
  • Trained 30 Out-of-School Youths on Family Life on HIV Education (FLHE) in Abia South Senatorial zone
  • Trained Abia Network of People Living with HIV in Nigeria (PLWHA) on Drug Adherence and Positive living.
  • Constructed Water bore holes (WASH) in Ohuru Community in Obingwa LGA, Isiala Ihie Community in Ugwunagbo LGA, Abayi NgwaUkwu Community in Isiala Ngwa North LGA and Aparazu Community in Ukwa West LGA all in Abia State with support from European Union MPP6 Projects in Niger Delta (EU-MPP6)
  • Constructed Health Centre in Asaumunka Community in Ugwunagbor LGA, Reconstructed school buildings in Ohanze in Obingwa LGA and Apumiri and Olokoro Community in Umuahia South LGA all in AbiaState with support from European Union MPP6 Projects in Niger Delta European Union MPP6 Projects in Niger Delta (EU-MPP6)
  • Developed M&E Framework for the UNFPA projects in Abia State for 2008 – 2015 with support from UNFPA country program in Nigeria.
  • Conducted a capacity building on men partnering with women in maternal health in Abia South Senatorial zone through Dance Drama with support from UNFPA in Abia State.

Education

Master of Science - Data Science

Rome Business School
Italy
04.2001 -

MBA - Management

University of Port HArcourt
Port HArcourt, Rivers State
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Enugu State University of Science & Technology
Enugu
04.2001 -

Skills

Data Skill

Analytical skill

Report writing

Research, survey (online and face-to-face)

Supervision and leadership

Verbal communication

Organization and time management

Microsoft Word

MS office

Teamwork and collaboration

Capacity building

Social media management

Content creation etc

Excellent communication

Certification

Certificate of Fellowship in Developmental Research (Institute for Development Research)

Interests

Surfing the net, Reading, and travelling

Timeline

Certificate of Fellowship in Developmental Research (Institute for Development Research)

06-2024

Certificate of Graduate Internship in International Development (Institute for Development Research)

03-2024

Graduate of School of Policy, Politics and Governance (SPPG)

11-2023

Certificate in Project Management (Institute for Development Research)

07-2023

Monitoring and Reporting Officer

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
08.2019 - 06.2025

Watching the Vote Abia State Focal Point

Yiaga Africa
06.2018 - Current

State Field Officer

DFID/MADE
10.2017 - 02.2018

Research, Content Development and Data Analyst

PIND Foundation
07.2014 - 06.2016

Head of Research and Programs

Community & Youth Enhancement Initiative (C-YEI)
01.2013 - 06.2014

Supervisor General Health, Safety and Environment (Institute of Safety Professional Nigeria)

03-2012

Executive Director

Megwei Initiative for Community Development (MIC-D)
01.2009 - Current

Senior Program Officer

Annabelles Bogi Development Initiative
11.2004 - 12.2010

Master of Science - Data Science

Rome Business School
04.2001 -

MBA - Management

University of Port HArcourt
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Enugu State University of Science & Technology
04.2001 -
Chima Jeff MegweiElection Obserrver Specialist, And Human Right Advocate