Years of Private sector experience
PHILIP AONDOASEER ORTESE
Abuja
Summary
Philip is an experienced professional in project monitoring and evaluation with advanced training in project management. He has extensive experience working on development projects across Nigeria and internationally. His expertise spans project monitoring, evaluation, accountability and feedback systems, knowledge management, research protocol development, capacity building, and supply chain strengthening in the health, nutrition, and environmental sectors. Philip has been involved in research-backed projects funded by organizations such as USAID, the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Development Cooperation. Notable contributions include leading community feedback engagements and accountability and data management for projects like Promoting Rice Fortification in Nigeria and Postharvest Loss Prevention strategies for fresh produce. At GAIN, Philip has played a vital role in coordinating project design, monitoring strategies, and proposal development, including a major 5-year nutrition strategy for BMZ. His responsibilities also include developing results frameworks, managing stakeholders, creating work plans, budgeting, and overseeing grant and subcontract processes. With over seven years of experience in the health and development sectors, he brings over eight years of experience in public sector banking, housing construction, and business development. This diverse background has allowed him to build a robust client network and successfully manage project execution and stakeholder engagement across various sectors. Results-driven professional with strong foundation in program management, excelling in project oversight and implementation. Known for collaborative efforts in team environments and adaptability to dynamic project requirements. Expertise in strategic planning and stakeholder relations enhances operational efficiency and program success.
Overview
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Public Health / Nutrition Humanitarian & Development Sectors
Work History
Program Officer - Accountability and Community Feedback Mechanism, Rice Fortification Project
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
07.2023 - Current
- Led the design, implementation, and management of a robust Community Feedback Mechanism (CFM) to ensure transparency and accountability in project activities for the Large-Scale Rice Fortification Project
- Coordinated monitoring processes and provide technical support including activity tracking, compliance checks, periodic work plan reviews and management of project information system portal to ensure the Rice Fortification project activities met expected outcomes
- Provided training and capacity building to staff and stakeholders on safeguarding and humanitarian accountability principles
- Managed the GAIN Complaints database and produced periodic reports to inform management decisions
- Facilitated meetings to share best practices and lessons learned with internal and external stakeholders
- Promoted the organization''s mission by actively participating in networking events and representing the organization at conferences or seminars.
Project Management Support Officer, Large Scale Food Fortification
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Facilitated collaboration with relevant government partners and key stakeholders for project implementation and partnerships by scheduling meetings, and presentation of key research findings
- Provided graphical representations of key information from the data analysed for visualization, decision making, presentation at core group meetings and to Stakeholders
- Developed project monitoring reports for corrective and learning purposes
- Prepared graphical and tabular data for visual presentations at various project partners/stakeholder meetings to facilitate decisions for dissemination of findings and share planned implementation activities
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Country Office Projects
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
05.2020 - 04.2022
- Coordinated formative research and protocol development for food fortification quality and compliance assessment
- Co-authored 2 national fortification compliance reports (under review for publishing) and supported monitoring strategy development for 5 projects withing the period
- Supported the design and implementation of 4 new projects within the period
- Developed monitoring and evaluation tools such as results framework, Theory of Change, Logic Model, Partners matrix and activity work plan for new projects within the period
- Supported the coordination of activity planning, stakeholder management and training of ad-hoc field staff on the Large-Scale Food Fortification Quality Assessment project in Nigeria at market and production levels from 2020-2021
- Supported the coordination of Quality Control and process monitoring on the 2021 Market Research project aimed at determining food product availability and volume in the Nigerian market
- Facilitated training for field consultants and managed data integrity through web-based tools
- Managed the Projects Information Systems Management (PRISM) portal for Nigeria country office to support tracking of deliverables for all 9 in-country projects
- This included designing new portal pages for new projects and facilitating the training of new project staff for activity updates on each project page
- Conducted monitoring visits to project implementation locations as required
- Ensured compliance with donor requirements through diligent documentation and reporting practices.
- Integrated lessons learned from previous projects into future planning efforts, fostering an environment of continual growth and adaptation.
Research and Data Analysis Consultant, Food Fortification Quality Assessment Project
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Developed research protocols and facilitated workshops for market assessment
- Supported the design of a web-based app and mobile app for data collection and analysis
- Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems and recommend corrective actions.
- Developed customized reports, summarizing and presenting data in visually appealing format.
Database Management and Evaluation Consultant, Postharvest Loss Alliance for Nutrition Project
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
05.2019 - 12.2019
- Designed and managed databases for project achievements and stakeholder profiles
- Conducted project evaluations and developed project close-out reports
- Evaluated current processes to develop improvement plans.
- Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations.
Project Coordinator, Improving Comprehensive AIDS Response Enhanced for Sustainability (iCARES) OVC Project
SPRAD (NGO) / APIN Public Health Initiatives
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Coordinated monthly step-down training for over 50 Program staff within the period
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve seamless collaboration in achieving project objectives.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Achieved Donor commendation for excellence, resulting in Field Level Agreement renewal for 2 consecutive Project Financial years
- Achieved Increased funding from implementing partner/donor for 2 consecutive years
- Achieved 80% suppression in over 2000 beneficiaries on the HIV/AIDS intervention component
- Facilitated school fees waivers for over 300 Orphans and Vulnerable Children affected by HIV/AIDS of school age (ages 4-17) in 4 schools across Konshisha LGA, Benue State through construction and supply of dual desks to each school
Admissions and Client Relations Lead
Flyingdove Institute of Information Technology
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Evaluated client feedback on a regular basis, implementing changes to existing processes and strategies as needed to maintain high levels of satisfaction.
- Served as a key point-of-contact for high-value students and parents, ensuring their needs were met promptly and efficiently throughout all stages of engagement.
- Produced and implemented students satisfaction guarantee program which directly resulted 80% increase in admissions.
Business Development Officer, Public Sector (MDAs)
Union Bank of Nigeria Plc
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Strategized with sales team to prospect and qualify potential customers within assigned geographic territories.
- Secured long-term client loyalty by consistently delivering high-quality products and services tailored to individual business needs.
- Identified new business opportunities through cold calling, networking, marketing and prospective database leads.
- Established and maintained highly effective relationships with clients and industry partners to drive growth.
Head, Project Planning and Infrastructure
Afro Stuff SAS Nigeria Limited-Property Developer
01.2007 - 01.2009
Education
B.Tech {Hons.} - Urban and Regional Planning
Federal University of Technology Yola
Yola, Adamawa StateMBA - Business Sustainability
Nexford University
Washington, DC07-2025
Advanced Business Foundations Certificate - Business Sustainability
Nexford University
Washington, DC09-2024
Skills
- Project development and delivery
- Project Design and Budgeting
- Proficient in Tableau, Power BI, Excel, Survey CTO, Zoho, SPSS, ODK
- Project Monitoring and Evaluation
- Research and analysis
- Data Collection, Analysis, Visualization and Quality Assessment
- Training and Event Facilitation
- Stakeholder Engagement and Partner management
Languages
Tiv
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Hausa
Intermediate
B1
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Pioneered the establishment of a Community Feedback Mechanism unit which led to feedback structures in over 150 project locations.
- Collaborated with the project development teams for the design of a $1.5million long-term donor funded project.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionTeam Building / Company RetreatsTimeline
Program Officer - Accountability and Community Feedback Mechanism, Rice Fortification Project
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
07.2023 - Current
Project Management Support Officer, Large Scale Food Fortification
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
05.2022 - 07.2023
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, Country Office Projects
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
05.2020 - 04.2022
Research and Data Analysis Consultant, Food Fortification Quality Assessment Project
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
01.2020 - 04.2020
Database Management and Evaluation Consultant, Postharvest Loss Alliance for Nutrition Project
Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
05.2019 - 12.2019
Project Coordinator, Improving Comprehensive AIDS Response Enhanced for Sustainability (iCARES) OVC Project
SPRAD (NGO) / APIN Public Health Initiatives
01.2018 - 05.2019
Admissions and Client Relations Lead
Flyingdove Institute of Information Technology
01.2015 - 01.2016
Business Development Officer, Public Sector (MDAs)
Union Bank of Nigeria Plc
01.2009 - 01.2013
Head, Project Planning and Infrastructure
Afro Stuff SAS Nigeria Limited-Property Developer
01.2007 - 01.2009
B.Tech {Hons.} - Urban and Regional Planning
Federal University of Technology Yola
MBA - Business Sustainability
Nexford University
Advanced Business Foundations Certificate - Business Sustainability
Nexford University
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