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IJEOMA ONYEKWERE

IJEOMA ONYEKWERE

Abuja,Federal Capital Territory

Summary

A dedicated Public Relations Officer and Administrative officer; effective in undertaking administrative and programme management tasks. Excels in problem-solving and task prioritisation.

Thrives in fast-paced environments with keen attention to detail and solid time management skills. Offers strong clerical and organisational skills.

A loyal employee and also a dedicated team player; proactive and hands-on in task completion.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

PRINCIPAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

JOINT ADMISSIONS AND MATRICULATION BOARD (JAMB)
FCT ABUJA, NIGERIA
01.2022 - Current

● Performing of administrative duties in the office;

● Responding to and writing of memos to various departments in the office.

● Gathering of news stories, compiling, editing of news materials

● Supervising the editing and distribution of news reports for publication in the Board’s magazine, JAMBulletin.

● Assisting management with public relations and information dissemination by strategizing ways to improve the unit and the Board.

● Preparing and producing content for video broadcast for YouTube page of the Board

● Data collection of Staff and Stakeholders conducting supervision of examination

Monitoring of the Board’s examination nationwide

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

JOINT ADMISSIONS AND MATRICULATION BOARD
FCT ABUJA, NIGERIA
01.2018 - 12.2021

● Writing of News Stories, Press Releases, Articles, etc that concern and project the image of the Board.

● Circulating news items, press releases to media outlets as directed.

● Monitoring the media for stories that affect the Board

● Performing of administrative duties in the office;

● Writing and distributing of memos to various departments in the office.

  • Provided dependable administrative support to senior staff, enabling them to freely handle high-importance tasks.
  • Took minutes and thorough notes in meetings for distribution.

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER I

JOINT ADMISSIONS AND MATRICULATION BOARD (JAMB)
FCT ABUJA, NIGERIA
01.2015 - 12.2018

● Production of News Stories, Press Releases, Articles, etc that concern and project the image of the Board.

● Writing and distributing of memos to various departments in the office.

● Gathering of news stories, compiling, editing of news materials

● Editing of articles for publication.

● Assisting management with public relations and information dissemination by strategizing ways to improve the unit and the Board.

● Other assignments that maybe assigned to me by my supervising officer.

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER II

JOINT ADMISSIONS AND MATRICULATION BOARD (JAMB)
FCT ABUJA, NIGERIA
02.2013 - 12.2015

● Writing of News Stories, Press Releases, Articles, etc that concern and project the image of the Board.

● Circulating news items, press releases to media outlets as directed.

● Monitoring the media for stories that affect the Board

● Performing of administrative duties in the office;

● Supervising and conducting of the Board’s UTME


MARKETING EXECUTIVE

STEAM BROADCASTING AND COMMUNICATIONS LTD
FCT ABUJA, NIGERIA
07.2008 - 01.2013

● Preparing of Invoices and proposals

● Marketing the station and its internet facilities

● Market surveys and research.

● Voicing of jingles and co-presenting in programmes

● Marketing of the Station (Preparation of Invoice, marketing of station’s services and remission of sales)

● Client/Customer care.

Spearheaded rebranding initiatives to boost brand awareness and realign marketing collateral with client values and mission.

PERSONAL ASSISTANT

STEAM BROADCASTING AND COMMUNICATIONS LTD
FCT ABUJA, NIGERIA
10.2008 - 07.2013
  • Organised personal and professional calendars, supplying timely reminders of upcoming meetings and events.

● Performing of minor administrative duties in the office;

● Writing and distributing of memos to various departments in the office.

● Receiving and filing of mails and documents (electronically and manually)

● Taking down of minutes during meetings.

● Preparation of Show programmes for the Broadcasters.

● Scheduling flight and accommodation as well as meetings for guests and staff.

● Client/Customer care.


  • Checked and opened mail, enabling prompt response to correspondence, bills and invoices.
  • Prepared meeting rooms and event spaces to achieve successful client engagements.

ASSISTANT TO MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

BUREAU OF PUBLIC ENTREPRISES
FCT ABUJA, NIGERIA
10.2007 - 10.2008

● Summarization and computing of news stories as meant for the Director General and the organization as a whole.

● Writing of Memos.

● Handling, receiving, filing and sending mails for the Head of the Unit.

● Scheduling of meetings for and with the Director General.

● Monitoring of News stories which affect the organization.

● Taking minutes during meetings.

● Media Tracking with the stakeholders.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE

FRENCH CULTURAL CENTRE
FCT ABUJA
03.2007 - 09.2007

Bachelor of Science - MASS COMMUNICATION

IMO STATE UNIVERSITY
OWERRI, IMO STATE
04.2002 - 08.2006

GCSEs - SECONDARY EDUCATION

QUEENS' COLLEGE
YABA, LAGOS STATE
01.1994 - 06.2000

PRIMARY EDUCATION

ST. LEO'S CATHOLIC PRIVATE SCHOOL
IKEJA, LAGOS STATE
09.1985 - 01.1994

Skills

  • Well-organised
  • Engaging leadership style
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication
  • Relationship building
  • Corporate administration
  • Program management
  • Deadline driven
  • Meticulous multitasker
  • Workflow planning

Languages

English
Fluent
Igbo
Intermediate
French
Elementary

Certification

  • Digital Journalism – La Plage Meta Verse Executive Diploma in Public Speaking – La Plage Meta Verse
  • Digital Communication and Team Management- La Page Meta Verse
  • Executive Diploma in Advanced International Human Resource Management Course- La Plage Meta Verse
  • Human Resource Management- La Page Meta Verse
  • Advanced Human Resource Management La Plage Meta Verse
  • International Human Resource Management Training


TRAININGS AND SEMINARS ATTENDED

  • Citizenship And Leadership Training Programme Course No. Ss323- Man O' War Nigeria- Sea School Apapa.
  • National Institute for Nigerian Languages Aba- Acculturation Programme On Igbo Language and Culture.
  • Computer Acquisition Training- Bureau of Public Enterprises
  • Speech and Report Writing - CMD, University of Ibadan
  • Understanding and Applying Public Service Rules- JAMB
  • Communication Strategies CLARIONTTECH
  • Media, Publicity and Public Relations in the Modern Age- PREMIUM TIMES
  • Contributions of Assessment to Quality Education- 47thInternational Association for Educational Assessment Annual Conference, Mexico City, Mexico
  • Enhancing Meaningfulness Through Effective PowerPoint Techniques- International Association for Innovations in Educational Assessment (IAIEA)

Timeline

PRINCIPAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

JOINT ADMISSIONS AND MATRICULATION BOARD (JAMB)
01.2022 - Current

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

JOINT ADMISSIONS AND MATRICULATION BOARD
01.2018 - 12.2021

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER I

JOINT ADMISSIONS AND MATRICULATION BOARD (JAMB)
01.2015 - 12.2018

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER II

JOINT ADMISSIONS AND MATRICULATION BOARD (JAMB)
02.2013 - 12.2015

PERSONAL ASSISTANT

STEAM BROADCASTING AND COMMUNICATIONS LTD
10.2008 - 07.2013

MARKETING EXECUTIVE

STEAM BROADCASTING AND COMMUNICATIONS LTD
07.2008 - 01.2013

ASSISTANT TO MEDIA COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER

BUREAU OF PUBLIC ENTREPRISES
10.2007 - 10.2008

Diploma of Higher Education - FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE

FRENCH CULTURAL CENTRE
03.2007 - 09.2007

Bachelor of Science - MASS COMMUNICATION

IMO STATE UNIVERSITY
04.2002 - 08.2006

GCSEs - SECONDARY EDUCATION

QUEENS' COLLEGE
01.1994 - 06.2000

PRIMARY EDUCATION

ST. LEO'S CATHOLIC PRIVATE SCHOOL
09.1985 - 01.1994
IJEOMA ONYEKWERE