GODDEY OJODOMO OGUCHE
Kubwa,Nigeria
Summary
I am a goal-driven professional dedicated to fostering community connections and engagement.
Posessing Strong organisational skills combined with excellent communication abilities. Capable of creating meaningful outreach initiatives to drive positive community impact. Organised and dependable with over 15 years of experience. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to take on greater responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
Work history
EDUCATION AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR
U.S. EMBASSY ABUJA
Abuja
01.2024 - 01.2026
- Manage prospective undergraduate and graduate students with the U.S. International admission process.
- Manage EducationUSA outreach Programs.
- Support Admission Representatives from the United States to Nigeria on outreach activities to Schools in Abuja.
- Coordinates English Language Program and activities for Northern Nigeria.
- Assist in Planning Annual College Fair Event for EducationUSA Abuja.
- Manage Logistical support for all outreaches for EducationUSA.
- Develop and maintain and data base for EducationUSA branded materials and Books.
- Support other Public Diplomacy team work, network and contribute to other public engagements.
- Manage Fulbright Teaching Excellence Achievement Program for the mission in Abuja.
- Assist in managing the Access School Program.
Opportunity Funds Technician (Advising Assistant)
U.S. EMBASSY ABUJA
Abuja
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Support opportunity funds program for undergraduate and graduate students.
- Coordinate outreach program for the Opportunity Funds Program.
- Manage EducationUSA outreach Programs and support Admission Representatives from the United States to Nigeria.
- Assist in Planning Annual College Fair Event for EducationUSA Abuja.
- Manage Logistical support for all outreaches for EducationUSA in Abuja.
- Develop and maintain and data base for EducationUSA branded materials and Books.
- Manage logistics for procurement of books and coordinate regular inventory of Education USA outreach materials.
NATIONAL DIRECTOR
GIEVA ORGANIZATION
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Provided leadership for the organization through different transition of the NGO
- Managed the partnership agreement with the Educational Testing Service (ETS) in Nigeria.
- Coordinate Plan and provide logistic support for the smooth administration of SAT in Nigeria.
- Managed the Establishment of the American college Test in Nigeria.
- Provided administrative support for the Country offices in Lagos and Jos.
- Provide Policy Advice and guidance for top Management and implemented organizational policy.
- Coordinated several test monitoring site visits to ensure compliance and security standards for test administration in Nigeria.
- Represented the organization at meetings and conferences both local and international.
Education & Communication Officer
GIEVA ORGANIZATION
Lagos
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Pioneered the establishment of the Lagos GIEVA office in 2007, the office today is meeting the needs of young people and parents demanding services rendered by the organization.
- Provided organizational leadership skills with innovative and creative ideas that have brought significant growth to the organization since its inception.
- As the communication and education officer I have the responsibility of developing and planning training programs to meet organizational needs and also the education department.
- I have also Carried out educational outreach programs on international testing required for students in some Secondary and tertiary institutions.
- Have some experience in planning events for the organization and also training.
UNDP Monitor
United Nations Development Program
01.2006 - 01.2006
- Trained as a volunteer by the UNDP to Monitor and Coordinate payments to census workers in Etsako East L.G.A of Edo state and reported daily to the state coordinator.
- Monitored the payments of all workers on field who participated in the census program of the country in 2006.
Corpers Liaison Officer (CLO)
National Youth Service Corp
01.2005 - 01.2005
- A Dedicated teacher with Elite Group of schools, were I carried out my one-year mandatory youth service to the Nation.
- Managing the welfare of Corpers.
- Plan and oversee the execution of community project.
- Establish and maintain good relationship between the community and corps members.
- During my tenure I was able to mobilize fellow corps members to raise funds to support our competitions and complete an ongoing road sign billboard.
Education
Master of Humanitarian and Refugee Studies - MHR
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, NigeriaB.Sc - Political Science
University of Jos Plateau State
Jos, NigeriaA Levels Certificate Program - IJMB
College of Arts Science and Tech. Keffi
Keffi, Nasarawa State, NigeriaSenior Secondary School Certificate - undefined
Government Secondary School Gwarinpa
Gwarinpa, NigeriaSkills
- Microsoft Office applications
- Google applications proficiency
- Canva design expertise
- Initiative and motivation
- Team leadership and collaboration
- Ability to work under pressure
- Analytical skills
- Presentation skills
- Communication skills
- Goal orientation
LANGUAGES
Good command of English, Hausa, Igala and Little Yoruba.
REFERENCES
- Daniel, Obaka, Director/CEO, dnobaka_gieva@yahoo.com, 00916052718093, GIEVA Organization, U.S.A.
- Bayo, Okunade, H.O.D Dept of Political Sc., Bayookunade@gmail.com, 08038444363, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria
- Shedrack, Best, Director Center for Peace and Conflict Management Studies, 08037152879, University of Jos, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
HOBBIES
Music, Tennis, Traveling, and Making good Friends
PATENTS AND PUBLICATIONS
- The Impact of Ethno-Religious Conflict on Internally Displaced Person in Jos North L.G.A of Plateau State, Nigeria. (2009)
- Policy Implementation in Nigeria, a case study of IBB Structural Adjustment Program.(2004)
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
- Certificate course in Conflict analysis (2008) United States Institute for Peace. (USIP)
- EducationUSA Adviser level 1and 2 Training 2022 and 2024
Timeline
EDUCATION AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR
U.S. EMBASSY ABUJA
01.2024 - 01.2026
Opportunity Funds Technician (Advising Assistant)
U.S. EMBASSY ABUJA
01.2020 - 01.2023
NATIONAL DIRECTOR
GIEVA ORGANIZATION
01.2010 - 01.2019
Education & Communication Officer
GIEVA ORGANIZATION
01.2006 - 01.2009
UNDP Monitor
United Nations Development Program
01.2006 - 01.2006
Corpers Liaison Officer (CLO)
National Youth Service Corp
01.2005 - 01.2005
B.Sc - Political Science
University of Jos Plateau State
A Levels Certificate Program - IJMB
College of Arts Science and Tech. Keffi
Senior Secondary School Certificate - undefined
Government Secondary School Gwarinpa
Master of Humanitarian and Refugee Studies - MHR
University of Ibadan