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CHIOMA NINA ANI

Lagos

Summary

Results-oriented Biogas and Solar Expert with over 12 years of experience leading the design and execution of over 30 biogas plants. Proven track record in project management and sustainable energy solutions. As a guest speaker at international conferences, I've shared insights on sustainable and renewable energy. I've been a panelist on green and circular economy discussions in Belgium, Kenya, Germany, Nigeria, and Ghana. Additionally, I collaborated with Lancaster University in the United Kingdom to design and implement a biogas project converting food waste into electricity. Committed to knowledge sharing, I've spoken at biogas forums, disseminating best practices. My expertise aims to drive positive change in the clean energy landscape. Seasoned Project Director with significant experience in leading complex projects from conception to successful completion. Known for strong strategic planning abilities and adeptness in coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives. Demonstrated skills in risk management and problem-solving contribute to consistently delivering projects on time, within budget parameters. Previous work has contributed significantly to business growth through improvements in efficiency, cost reductions, and increased client satisfaction.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Renewable Energy Engineer/project Director

Avenam Links Int'l Ltd
Lagos
01.2009 - Current
  • Develop clean and efficient way for energy production and supply
  • Liaising and negotiating with government and other relevant organizations
  • Supervise team responsible for designing, developing and building renewable energy technologies;
  • Carrying out site inspection and energy survey; Manage, monitor projects and prepare project reports
  • Building domestic biogas plant for clean cooking fuel production
  • Communicate with clients and potential clients
  • Using mathematical and computer models to complete design and specification calculations
  • Oversee implementation of project activities in line with Project Implementation Plan
  • Carrying out lab experiments and adapting them to large-scale industrial processes
  • Preparing detailed schedules of work, feasibility studies and cost estimates; Checking site and ground conditions for installation of renewable technologies, such as Biogas; Established accurate usage and demand forecasts that saved company energy cost per year
  • Managed projects from design to project implementation, consistently meeting project deadlines
  • Developed energy reduction plans that resulted in operational cost savings for organization
  • Managed client relationships, applying waste management and renewable energy skills to deliver projects with 100% customer satisfaction
  • Performed design and modelling tasks using energy simulation software for precise, workable projects

Environmental Engineer

Pericom Nigeria Ltd
Lagos
03.2007 - 01.2009
  • Inspect 15 projects annually to evaluate operational effectiveness and ensure compliance with environmental regulations by monitoring each project progress
  • Established project objectives and targets, and report to management on progress made in attaining them
  • Inform company employees and management of environmental issues
  • Established and conduct environmental compliance training sessions quarterly
  • Evaluation of project activities as in agreed project work plan and time schedule; elaborate work plan for entire project and ensure its effective execution; provide regular progress reports and organize Committee
  • Establish monitoring and reporting framework at beginning of projects and responsible for designing awareness raising program to communicate benefits of small to medium scale renewable energy projects in Nigeria
  • Identify, coordinate, and monitor relevance, feasibility, effectiveness, efficiency and sustainability of projects
  • Provide administrative support for projects by collecting data, providing project documentation and training staff

Graduate Assistant/Administrative Personnel

Kaduna Refining & Petrochemical Comp. Ltd
Kaduna
01.2002 - 01.2003
  • Graduate Assistance/Administrative Personnel Data input and processing
  • Performed duties in drafting management tender Develop Committee MEXCOM MEMO for minimum of 20 contractors bi-weekly and other administrative duties
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
  • Onboarded new templates by entering contractors' information into systems
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to contractors, handled challenging situations with ease
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts
  • Maintained office files in both electronic and hard copies
  • Displayed strong customer service skills with professional telephone manner to resolve customer enquiries
  • Processed contracts, expense reports and invoices

International Sales Executive

Marcus Evans Budapest
Budapest
01.2006
  • Marketing and networking, increasing sales by 23% annually
  • Market analysis, and organizing 3 trainings annually
  • Improved lead generation, working collaboratively with marketing to develop enhanced selling tools, collateral and campaigns
  • Enabled efficient sales process, following documentation and certification procedures required by foreign countries
  • Identified opportunities that grew revenue through pitching products to key decision makers of organizations
  • Boosted sales performance, establishing clear, measurable sales objectives for each territory

Education

Certificate of Achievement - Introduction to Treatment of Urban Sewage

Delft University of Technology
Netherland
03.2015

Certificate of Achievement - Entrepreneurship Technology

Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Massachusetts, USA
09.2014

Master of Science - Chemical Engineering

Budapest University of Technology and Economics
Budapest, Hungary
07.2006

Higher National Diploma (HND) - Food Science and Technology

Federal Polytechnic Bauchi
Bauchi, Nigeria
06.2001

Ordinary National Diploma (OND) - Food Science and Technology

Federal Polytechnic Bauchi
Bauchi, Nigeria
06.1999

Skills

  • Web Design Proficiency
  • Spreadsheet Proficiency
  • AutoCAD
  • PowerPoint
  • MS Office Suite
  • Power BI
  • Agreement negotiation
  • Client relations
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Estimate preparation
  • Materials procurement
  • Stakeholder management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Project management

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travelling
  • Networking
  • Playing chess
  • Badminton
  • Researching
  • Listening to music
  • Providing affordable clean cooking energy to both rural and urban communities

Additionalinformation - References

to be provided on request

Accomplishments

Biogas and Renewable Energy Expertise:

  • Played a key role as a committee member in the Biogas to Electrification Project with the Lagos State Ministry of Environment and co-founded the Nigeria Biogas Association.
  • Designed and installed domestic and industrial biogas plants using diverse feedstocks, including kitchen, poultry, cattle, and human waste, across Nigeria.
  • Directed innovative projects such as a poultry waste-to-electricity plant in Ogun State and a human waste biogas plant for prison cooking in Lagos.
  • Pioneered the development of toilet-linked biogas systems blended with hydrogen for electricity and cooking gas production.

Solar Energy Solutions:

  • Executed solar energy projects in residential estates and rural communities, promoting solar-powered irrigation pumps and Zen Water Purifying systems.

Awards and Recognition:

  • Recipient of the Energy Globe National Award for Nigeria (2017) and the Women in Renewable Energy Award (2017).

Entrepreneurship and Consultancy:

  • Conducted feasibility studies for agricultural and waste treatment projects, including a fertilizer blending plant for the Imo State Government.
  • Established Agronova, an agricultural estate in partnership with the Imo State Government.
    Provided consultancy services to farms and industries on waste management and renewable energy adoption.

Technical Proficiency:

  • Expert in biogas plant construction and maintenance, solar panel installation, sewage treatment systems, and wastewater recycling.
  • Developed ICT infrastructure and designed websites for various businesses.

Advocacy and Thought Leadership:

  • Notable speaker at international events such as the Kenya Biogas Forum (2016) and European Bioenergy Future (2017).
  • Promotes environmental education as a pathway to addressing global challenges.

Academic and Publication Contributions:

  • Holds a Master's degree with a thesis on soil remediation.
  • Authored an unpublished book on sustainable waste management and manuals on implementing waste treatment facilities.

Timeline

Renewable Energy Engineer/project Director

Avenam Links Int'l Ltd
01.2009 - Current

Environmental Engineer

Pericom Nigeria Ltd
03.2007 - 01.2009

International Sales Executive

Marcus Evans Budapest
01.2006

Graduate Assistant/Administrative Personnel

Kaduna Refining & Petrochemical Comp. Ltd
01.2002 - 01.2003

Certificate of Achievement - Introduction to Treatment of Urban Sewage

Delft University of Technology

Certificate of Achievement - Entrepreneurship Technology

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Master of Science - Chemical Engineering

Budapest University of Technology and Economics

Higher National Diploma (HND) - Food Science and Technology

Federal Polytechnic Bauchi

Ordinary National Diploma (OND) - Food Science and Technology

Federal Polytechnic Bauchi
CHIOMA NINA ANI