Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Seminars Conferences Workshops Attended
Publications
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Solomon Dembo

Kaduna

Summary

Experienced Urban and Regional Planning professional and a passionate humanitarian service provider seeking opportunities to utilize comprehensive knowledge in environmental management, humanities and research to contribute to the growth and development of an organization. As a hardworking and a committed individual with a strong focus on achieving personal goals and succeeding in a challenging environment, I desire to create positive impact in the society, contribute strongly towards the attainment of the vision and goal of my employer and also, contribute towards the attainment of sustainable development; through integrity, efficiency and professionalism, with emphasis on efficient utilization of technical knowledge to grow and to introduce creative ideas where necessary.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Lecturer I

NUHU BAMALLI POLYTECHNIC
01.2014 - Current
  • Delivering lectures on urban and regional planning and environmental management subjects to undergraduate students
  • Conducting research in the field of environmental management and publishing findings in reputable journals
  • Involved in curriculum development and revising course materials
  • Coordinating student activities as a Level Coordinator, facilitating their academic and personal growth
  • Overseeing the Students' Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) program and ensuring students' successful completion of practical training
  • Assisting in the examination processes as an Assistant Departmental Examination Officer

Facilitator/Business Development Service Provider (BDSP)

MERCY CORPS
02.2024 - 03.2024
  • Strict adherence to the Community Accountability Reporting Mechanisms (CARM)
  • Introducing farmers to the concept of managing, borrowing, saving and choosing how to spend money;
  • Teaching farmers on how to become proficient in cashflow forecast and helping them to create a personal cash flow plan;
  • Educating the farmers on financial book keeping and the advantages of keeping records;
  • Helping farmers to understand how long farming production cycles are; explaining how farming business may expand through profit;
  • Teaching farmers about Village Savings and Loans Associations (VSLAs) and their importance to their collective growth and sustenance of their agro-business;
  • Helping farmers to understand how to leverage on the VSLAs to access farm inputs and financial supports to boost their agro-business; educate farmers on business management;
  • Broaden their horizon on the ginger value chain to appreciate how big and profitable ginger business can be;
  • Educate farmers on good agricultural practices and their benefits;
  • Expose the farmers to the knowledge of international ginger market; educate farmers on negotiations in different market scenarios

ADHOC Staff - Registration Officer, Presiding Officer

INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION (INEC)
01.2011 - 01.2019
  • Acted as a Registration Officer during voters' registration, assisting in efficient data collection and ensuring accuracy
  • Served as a Presiding Officer during general elections, ensuring smooth electoral processes and compliance with legal requirements
  • Managed and supervised election officials, ensuring proper conduct and adherence to protocols
  • Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in dealing with sensitive voter data

Education

Master of Science - Environmental Management

Ahmadu Bello University
03.2025

Advanced Digital Appreciation Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADAPTI) -

Digital Bridge
12.2016

Basic Certificate Course (BCC) -

Word Of Faith Bible Institute (WOFBI)
12.2012

Bachelor of Science - Urban and Regional Planning

Ahmadu Bello University
12.2010

Bachelor or Urban and Regional Planning (B.URP) -

Ahmadu Bello University
12.2010

Diploma in Computer Appreciation -

IC Systems and Security
12.2010

Senior School Certificate -

Government College Kagoro
12.2002

Primary School Leaving Certificate -

1st Baptist Primary School
12.1996

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Internet
  • GIS software
  • Urban and regional planning
  • Research skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Humanitarian services delivery
  • Community engagement
  • Persuasion skills
  • Communication skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Independent work
  • Teamwork
  • Organizational skills
  • Time management skills

Affiliations

  • Town Planners Registration Council (TOPREC), Registered Town Planner/Member
  • Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP), Member

Seminars Conferences Workshops Attended

  • Advanced Digital Appreciation Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADAPTI), Digital Bridge Institute/Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), 01/01/16
  • Emerging Issues/Challenges In The Built Environment, Kaduna Polytechnic, College of Environmental Studies, 01/01/15
  • Environmental Awareness and Consciousness in the 21st Century, The Institute of Certified Geographers, 01/01/15
  • Geography: A Tool for Environmental Awareness and Disaster Management, The Institute of Certified Geographers, 01/01/15
  • Geography: A Tool for National Growth and Development, The Institute of Certified Geographers, 01/01/15

Publications

  • Overcoming the Challenges of Infrastructure Development in Nigeria, Conference paper, 01/01/15
  • From Master Plan to Urban Management: A New Paradigm for Achieving Sustainable Urbanism In Nigeria, Journal article, 01/01/15
  • Planning for Tourism Development in Jemaá Local Government Area, Kaduna State, Dissertation, 01/01/10

Timeline

Facilitator/Business Development Service Provider (BDSP)

MERCY CORPS
02.2024 - 03.2024

Lecturer I

NUHU BAMALLI POLYTECHNIC
01.2014 - Current

ADHOC Staff - Registration Officer, Presiding Officer

INDEPENDENT NATIONAL ELECTORAL COMMISSION (INEC)
01.2011 - 01.2019

Advanced Digital Appreciation Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADAPTI) -

Digital Bridge

Basic Certificate Course (BCC) -

Word Of Faith Bible Institute (WOFBI)

Bachelor of Science - Urban and Regional Planning

Ahmadu Bello University

Bachelor or Urban and Regional Planning (B.URP) -

Ahmadu Bello University

Diploma in Computer Appreciation -

IC Systems and Security

Senior School Certificate -

Government College Kagoro

Primary School Leaving Certificate -

1st Baptist Primary School

Master of Science - Environmental Management

Ahmadu Bello University
Solomon Dembo