Hi, I’m
NKOLIKA ACHIGBU
Climate& Sustainability
Katy,Texas
Summary
I'm a climate and sustainability professional with 18+ years of experience designing and executing climate smart programs. I have successfully led cross-functional teams, developed and implemented strategies to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, and fostered partnerships with key stakeholders to enhance sustainability best practices while positively impacting the bottom line. Am knowledgeable about industry best practices, trends and regulations related to environmental sustainability.
Overview
23
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
NIRSAL, Climate Smart Agriculture, CSARE
Senior Manager
01.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Promote the adoption of climate-smart practices across all NIRSAL operations in support of a low- emissions and climate-resilient development path
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to integrate ESG principles into project appraisal, risk assessment, and decision-making processes in line with NIRSAL's overall sustainability strategy e.g., FMENV engagements, CIAT (climate risk profiles) and NCIS concept
- Promote the integration of gender inclusiveness in the Agro-Geo Cooperatives and renewable energy programs and initiatives financed by NIRSAL
- Develop Business/Intervention Models for lending options which are gender-responsive and explicitly promotes women’s empowerment
- Support efforts to Strengthen Nigeria’s Capacity to engage in Climate Action for a low-emissions and climate resilient development pathway (E.g., The GCF Readiness and preparatory support proposal)
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to promote ESG awareness and encourage sustainable practices in the agricultural sector.
NIRSAL
Senior Manager
02.2018 - 12.2018
Job overview
- Championed inclusion of Climate Smart & Renewable Energy technologies within specific value chain development projects in NIRSAL
- Developed and managed partner relationships to ensure project/ program success and also aligned with NIRSAL's commitment to ESG principles
- Managed stakeholder interests in the design of financial products critical to catalysing investments into the agricultural sector
- Developed concepts for partnerships and collaborations with agricultural value chain actors
- The M2M catalysed $12 billion in funding to support sustainable practices and enhance the overall sustainability of the sector in 2019
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- Provided Technical support in developing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with strategic partners for value chain development and climate sustainability
Chimons Gas Limited
Deputy General Manager
05.2013 - 12.2017
Job overview
- Implemented statewide programs that generated community involvement in reducing deforestation
- Examples include the Eko Gas Scheme, an initiative of LPG stakeholders and Lagos state, which successfully distributed free LPG cylinders to 1 million homes in Lagos state
- Organized regular community awareness programs promoting use of LPG cylinders as a safer cooking option, which increased company sales by 35%
- Managed compliance process for Eko scheme and ensured that all Chimons gas operations comply with both national and local environmental regulations
- Researched and developed a proactive approach that culminated in the design, development and deployment of skid plants to rural areas to enhance reach and access to LPG by rural women
- Participated in government and industry policy development processes involving regulatory bodies
- This resulted in guidelines used by industry participants in the construction of LPG Skid plants at fuel stations as well as for stand-alone mini plants
- Developed training manual and participated in in-house staff training exercises.
airtel
Senior Quality Assurance Specialist
10.2010 - 12.2012
Job overview
- Identified environmental constraints affecting service delivery and recommended improvement opportunities to management
- Maintained a quality management framework, which ensured AIRTEL’s operations are aligned with industry best practices and environmental regulations
- Conducted regular audits/spot checks, including remote monitoring, recorded calls, real time monitoring, mystery shopping, surveys, agents and logs
- Supervised and reported processes affecting customer satisfaction, providing valuable information for effective query resolution
- Responsible for on-boarding and career-advancing staff training
- Recommended process improvement opportunities to management based on reports, trend analysis and research done.
NKOLIKA ACHIGBU
Environmental Health Safety Specialist
03.2006 - 09.2010
Job overview
- Implemented and maintained a healthy EHS management system by introducing best practices standards in the supply, storage and management of diesel and other potentially harmful chemicals
- These measures guaranteed the company’s environmental legislative compliance and improved the company’s fuel management and spillage containment practices by 30%
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- Coordinated health and safety facility audits to support continuous learning and improvement activities, resulting in a safe work environment
- Supervised all health and safety-related corrective actions generated from audits to ensure that Airtel proactively mitigated further safety incidents
- Increased Airtel’s corporate social responsibility initiative by organizing and participating in speaking engagements at schools and small community groups
- These engagements increased environmental awareness and a culture of sustainable use of resources in local communities.
National Petroleum
Environmental Officer
Health Safety Environment Officer
09.2000 - 12.2001
Job overview
- Provided information on environmental policies and practices to oil and gas companies to ensure compliance with the United Nations Environment Program’s partnership for clean fuels and vehicles
- Promoted environmental health and safety awareness among staff through the circulation of monthly
- EHS newsletters
- Organized health and safety environment campaigns and activities designed for educational and training of staff members.
Education
MIT Professional
Licenses & Certifications
PRINCE2 Practitioner Certificate in Project - AXELOS Global Best Practice
PRINCE2 Foundation Certification Training - AXELOS Global Best Practice
2023
University Overview
Chief Sustainability Officer
Imperial College
Master of Science from Environmental Technology
2005
Imo State University
B.Sc. (Honors) from Industrial Microbiology
1999
Certification
NKOLIKA ACHIGBU - page 3
Environmental Sustainability Climate Change Project Management Climate Policy Sustainable
Agriculture Cross-team Collaboration Community Engagement Stakeholder Management Social
Sustainability Greenhouse Gas
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Skills
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Influencing and Negotiating
- Cross-Functional Communication
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Government Missions
- Event Planning and Management
- Logistics Operations Management
Timeline
Senior Manager
NIRSAL, Climate Smart Agriculture, CSARE
01.2019 - Current
Senior Manager
NIRSAL
02.2018 - 12.2018
Deputy General Manager
Chimons Gas Limited
05.2013 - 12.2017
Senior Quality Assurance Specialist
airtel
10.2010 - 12.2012
Environmental Health Safety Specialist
NKOLIKA ACHIGBU
03.2006 - 09.2010
Health Safety Environment Officer
09.2000 - 12.2001
Environmental Officer
National Petroleum
MIT Professional
Licenses & Certifications
PRINCE2 Practitioner Certificate in Project - AXELOS Global Best Practice
PRINCE2 Foundation Certification Training - AXELOS Global Best Practice
Imperial College
Master of Science from Environmental Technology
Imo State University
B.Sc. (Honors) from Industrial Microbiology
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