Ebelechukwu Favour Okpana
Abuja,Nigeria
Summary
Compassionate and motivated professional with extensive experience supporting vulnerable individuals, particularly children and young people facing emotional distress, trauma, and social challenges. Combines business leadership experience with long-term voluntary engagement in youth mentoring, safeguarding awareness, and community outreach. Strong commitment to developing a professional career in social work, with a focus on child protection and mental health support.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Chief Executive Officer (Self-employed)
Trendy Travels and Logistics
Abuja
2013.01 - 2026.04
- Founded and lead a travel and logistics business providing travel coordination and logistics services.
- Manage client relationships and ensure effective service delivery.
- Coordinate and negotiate with travel partners and service providers.
- Oversee business operations, planning, and growth.
- Developed strong organisational, communication, and coordination skills transferable to social work practice.
Youth Coordinator (Volunteer)
Dominion City
Abuja, FCT
2015.02 - Current
- Delivered safeguarding awareness sessions in secondary schools on recognising abuse and understanding personal rights.
- Supported young people experiencing emotional distress, trauma, and family challenges.
- Facilitated mentoring sessions on emotional wellbeing, confidence, and decision-making.
- Identified safeguarding concerns and referred cases appropriately.
- Participated in outreach programmes supporting vulnerable and displaced youth.
Informal Caregiver (Volunteer)
Family Care Role (Private)
Abuja, FCT
2024.01 - 2025.04
- Provided emotional and practical support to a family member with severe mental health challenges.
- Assisted in accessing healthcare services and coordinating treatment.
- Supported communication between healthcare professionals and family members.
- Helped arrange institutional care and follow-up support.
Assistant Programme Coordinator (Volunteer)
Pristine Child Care Initiative
Abuja, FCT
2024.03 - 2024.10
- Supported scholarship programmes for disadvantaged children in rural communities.
- Assisted in organising feeding and outreach programmes.
- Coordinated initiatives supporting vulnerable families with infants.
- Worked with volunteers and community stakeholders to deliver support services.
Education
MSc - Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
National Open University of Nigeria
Abuja 2016.09 - 2018.07
BSc - Sociology
University of Abuja
FCT, Nigeria 2009.09 - 2016.04
Skills
- Safeguarding Awareness & Child Protection
- Youth Mentoring & Emotional Support
- Communication & Active Listening
- Crisis Support & Referral Awareness
- Multi-agency Collaboration
- Leadership & Organisational Skills
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Strong interest in social work practice, particularly working with children and young people
- Committed to safeguarding, mental health awareness, and community development
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Programme Coordinator (Volunteer)
Pristine Child Care Initiative
2024.03 - 2024.10
Informal Caregiver (Volunteer)
Family Care Role (Private)
2024.01 - 2025.04
MSc - Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
National Open University of Nigeria
2016.09 - 2018.07
Youth Coordinator (Volunteer)
Dominion City
2015.02 - Current
Chief Executive Officer (Self-employed)
Trendy Travels and Logistics
2013.01 - 2026.04
BSc - Sociology
University of Abuja
2009.09 - 2016.04