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Paul Aina

Summary

Experienced professional in education and social work, specializing in teaching intricacies and child protection. Committed to community well-being, I excel in managing complex relationships and fostering positive change for vulnerable groups. As a versatile project manager, I execute diverse tasks with precision, ensuring deadlines are met. My strong communication, monitoring, and problem-solving skills, coupled with superior planning and decision-making abilities, make me a valuable team player. Currently seeking a dynamic role to integrate educational insights and social work competencies, aspiring to contribute significantly to the improvement of individuals' lives and the broader community.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Coordinator

Restoration Of Hope Initiative (ROHI)
04.2021 - Current
  • Assisted in the development of individualized education plans for diverse learners, ensuring personalized support for each student''s needs.
  • Managed resources effectively by budgeting for supplies, staffing, and other essential components of successful educational programming.
  • Mentored new educators through orientation programs and ongoing guidance to promote their professional growth within the organization.
  • Supported staff recruitment initiatives for high-quality program delivery.
  • Supported the enrolment process of out -of -school children
  • · Supervises the overall implementation of the integrated Education project in three LGA in Adamawa State, including monitoring of activities progress against target & supervising and recording project activities expenditure against budget.

Child Protection Manager

Restoration Of Hope Initiative (ROHI)
07.2020 - 04.2021
  • Enhanced inter-agency collaboration for better child welfare outcomes through regular communication and joint initiatives.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of at-risk children, leading to effective interventions and support plans.
  • Provided professional development opportunities for staff to improve their skills and knowledge in child protection matters.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to child welfare, maintaining an excellent audit record.
  • Coordinated multidisciplinary teams dedicated to addressing the complex needs of vulnerable children effectively.
  • Organized workshops and training sessions for parents, school personnel, and other stakeholders to educate them on child protection issues and preventive measures.
  • Responded to claims of abuse, neglect or safety concerns.
  • Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
  • Developed targeted outreach programs to raise awareness about child abuse prevention within the community.
  • Managed and coordinated an integrated Child Protection Project; Livelihood, Child protection, PSS, MHPSS, family Tracing and Reunification.
  • · Supported Socio-Economic Reintegration process of children associated with armed groups (CAAG) and unaccompanied and separated children (UASC)
  • Documented children's growth and development.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Participated in prevention and response to sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) and gender- based violence (GBV)
• Coordinated multidisciplinary teams dedicated to addressing the complex needs of vulnerable children effectively.

Alternative Care Coordinator

SOS Children's Village, Nigeria
09.2018 - 02.2020
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive, alternative care.
  • Reduced risk factors for child abuse and neglect by implementing evidence-based interventions and programs.
  • Increased school attendance rates through collaboration with teachers, counselors, and families to address barriers to success.
  • Strengthened community partnerships to provide additional resources for at-risk children and families in need of assistance.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of child safety, identifying areas of concern and implementing appropriate interventions.
  • Delivered specialized case management services tailored to the unique needs of each child or youth on my caseload.
  • Built strong professional networks within local service providers to expedite referrals for financial aid, mental health therapy, or housing solutions.
  • Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
  • Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
  • Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
  • Enhanced child care by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans.

Residential Youth Counselor

SOS Children's' Villages Nigeria
09.2011 - 09.2018
  • Mentored young people facing social/emotional difficulties offering guidance that contributed positively to their overall personal growth trajectory.
  • Facilitated family therapy sessions between children, caregivers, and siblings to remediate conflict and build healthy relationships.
  • Lead individualized and group counseling sessions with children and families.
  • Contributed to the development and implementation of policies or initiatives aimed at improving the overall quality of practice within the child welfare system.
  • Developed and facilitated goal-oriented psycho-education and therapy groups to improve residents' quality of life.
  • Enhanced residents'' well-being by implementing individualized care plans and providing emotional support.
  • Reduced conflicts among residents through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Assisted in the development of life skills for residents, leading to increased self-sufficiency and independence.
  • Promoted a safe living environment by enforcing house rules and monitoring resident behavior.
  • Provided crisis intervention services as needed to address immediate concerns or challenges faced by residents.
  • Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
  • Facilitated group counseling sessions to help youths address issues of substance abuse, anger management and interpersonal relationships.
  • Educated young adults on managing mental health disorders and identifying signs and symptoms of relapse.

Education

Master of Science - Social Work

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria
02.2012

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

University of Ado-Ekiti
Ekiti State
09.2007

NCE - Music Education

Osun State College of Education
Ilesa, Osun State
12.1994

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Project Coordination
  • Project Management
  • Negotiations
  • Training and Development
  • Change Management
  • Workload Management

Affiliations

  • Chartered Institute of Social Work Practitioners of Nigeria ( c-iswon)
  • Social Care (Wales, UK) in progress

Timeline

Project Coordinator

Restoration Of Hope Initiative (ROHI)
04.2021 - Current

Child Protection Manager

Restoration Of Hope Initiative (ROHI)
07.2020 - 04.2021

Alternative Care Coordinator

SOS Children's Village, Nigeria
09.2018 - 02.2020

Residential Youth Counselor

SOS Children's' Villages Nigeria
09.2011 - 09.2018

Master of Science - Social Work

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

Bachelor of Arts - Music Education

University of Ado-Ekiti

NCE - Music Education

Osun State College of Education
Paul Aina