Akpana Betiang

AKPANA BETIANG  18b Okon Okang, Atimbo, Calabar Municipal, Cross River State  Mobile line:-,- -QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE Over the years, I have developed expertise in project coordination, community engagement, and stakeholder collaboration. I excel in simplifying project tasks, providing administrative support, and building positive relationships with various entities such as government agencies, NGOs, and community leaders. I have consistently improved stakeholder skills through targeted training, advocacy campaigns, and community mobilization. I have successfully managed data collection and verification in monitoring and evaluation, ensuring accuracy. I am dedicated to maintaining data integrity and establishing robust data management protocols using systems like the National OVC Management Information System. I conduct Routine Data Quality Assessments and implement corrective measures to enhance overall data quality. My significant strength is proactively managing risks, identifying challenges, and implementing effective mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on project outcomes. I contribute to capacity building by facilitating training sessions for program staff and community workers, significantly boosting project success. As a committed team player, I collaborate with colleagues on routine data quality assessments, generating insightful reports on key trends and performance indicators. Beyond data entry, I focus on maintaining organized and accessible records, emphasizing the efficiency of data entry processes. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY  Project Officer | Child Care and Adult Protection Initiative (CCAPI) | January 2020 – Present As a Project Officer on the Women Voice and Leadership in Nigeria project funded by Global Affairs Canada, I successfully collaborated with the project management to streamline and execute project activities while providing invaluable administrative support. Through targeted training sessions, advocacy campaigns, and community mobilization efforts, I enhanced stakeholder skills, promoted project objectives, and garnered active community participation. My leadership in managing community-based organizations resulted in strengthened partnerships, ensuring effective project implementation. I excelled in raising awareness through impactful sensitization programs and strategically engaging local organizations to amplify our outreach. I consistently delivered detailed reports on project progress and outcomes. My stakeholder engagement initiatives fostered positive relationships with diverse entities, including government agencies, NGOs, and community leaders. This inclusive approach facilitated effective problem-solving and addressed concerns promptly, ensuring smooth project operations. I led the development and implementation of tools for project evaluation, utilizing data analysis to measure success and recommend strategic adjustments. Proactively managing risks, I identified potential challenges and implemented mitigation strategies, minimizing negative impacts on project outcomes.  Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Officer | Child Care and Adult Protection Initiative (CCAPI) | January 2018 – November 2019 As a Monitoring and Evaluation Officer on the System Transformed for Empowered Action and Enabling Responses for Vulnerable Children and their Families (STEER) Project, I collated and verified data about orphans and vulnerable children/groups, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of the information. My commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of hard and soft data documents contributed to establishing robust data management protocols. I provided crucial technical assistance to program staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Through routine monitoring and supervisory visits to community meetings, I ensured the effective implementation of program activities and supervised community case management workers to maintain adherence to established standards. My role extended to evaluating program activities and documenting challenges, lessons learned, and best practices. Leveraging the National OVC Management Information System (NOMIS), I input and store information, utilize NOMIS for data analysis, and generate reports for relevant authorities. Implementing Routine Data Quality Assessments (RDQA), I systematically ensured the accuracy, reliability, and completeness of the collected data. This proactive approach led to the identification and implementation of corrective measures, elevating the overall data quality within the program. Through a strategic focus on capacity building, I facilitated training sessions that enhanced the monitoring and evaluation skills of program staff and community workers. This collaborative effort created a more informed and proficient team, contributing to the program's success.  Data Entry Clerk | Child Care and Adult Protection Initiative (CCAPI | January 2017 – December 2017 I consistently demonstrated excellence in compiling and verifying data with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring timely and accurate entries. My commitment to upholding data integrity standards significantly contributed to the reliability of information within the system. With expertise in database management, I played a key role in updating and maintaining crucial information in the National OVC Management Information System (NOMIS), employing best practices to enhance data accessibility and usability. This not only facilitated efficient record-keeping but also contributed to streamlined monitoring and evaluation processes. Collaborating with the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer, I undertook functions related to monitoring and evaluation, actively participating in routine data quality assessments. This collaborative effort resulted in the continual improvement of data collection processes and the program's overall effectiveness. My role extended beyond data entry, encompassing the generation of insightful reports that highlighted key trends and performance indicators. I ensured the proper storage and documentation of completed work, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining organized and accessible records. Dedicated to continuous learning, I actively participated in training sessions, staying abreast of evolving data entry best practices, software updates, and industry standards. This commitment enhanced my individual skills and contributed to the overall efficiency of the data entry processes.  Assistant French Teacher- NYSC | Ogbogbo Baptist Grammar School, Ijebu, Ogun | May 2015 – May 2016 As an Assistant French Teacher, I excelled in facilitating a comprehensive understanding of French language concepts through innovative and engaging instructional techniques. I created a dynamic learning environment that catered to diverse learning styles, fostering students' passion for the French language and culture. My commitment to individualized student support ensured that each learner received personalized attention, addressing language challenges and promoting open communication within the classroom. This approach contributed to a positive and inclusive learning atmosphere. In exam coordination and supervision, I efficiently managed and administered French language exams, maintaining the integrity and fairness of the process. I implemented various assessment methods to evaluate students' language proficiency comprehensively and provided constructive feedback, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement. Beyond the classroom, I actively contributed to community development by organizing cultural enrichment programs and community outreach initiatives. This enhanced students' understanding and appreciation of French and established valuable partnerships with local organizations to enrich the languagelearning experience. CONSULTANCY SERVICES  Data/Report Analyst for Child Care and Adult Protection Initiative, Implementing for ActionAid Nigeria in Cross River State in the Third-Party Monitoring of the National Social Investment Programmes (NSIP) project. (FG-NIG.) from October, 2018 – September, 2019.  Gender Audit Assistant in Cross River State for Heartland Alliance International-Nigeria (HAI-N) for the Integrated most-at-risk populations HIV/AIDS prevention program (IMHIPP) project in April, 2018. Data Entry Consultant for Family Health International 360 (FHI.360) on the SIDHAS project in Cross River State in March, 2018. EDUCATION Master of Art (M.A) - French in International Relations | University of Calabar, Cross River State | 2024 [ongoing] Bachelor of Art (B.A) - French | | University of Calabar, Cross River State | 2014 CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL EXAMS PASSED Project Management for Development Professionals (PMD Pro) | APGM International | 2020. | [Designed to provide an independent exploration of Project Management within the context of the development sector and is adopted as a standard in many development organizations worldwide. It also gives project managers the skills to deliver effective, transparent results to donors and communities. It enhances professionals' ability to deliver projects on time, on budget, and within scope.] Certified Project Manager (CPM) / International Project Management Professionals (IPMP) /2016. / [Designed to help program managers to be more effective in their roles by exploring common challenges program managers face, identifying tools and processes that successful program managers implement throughout the lifecycle of a program, and guiding program managers in the creation of an action plan to implement lessons learned into their day-to-day jobs.] CERTIFIED PROFESSIONAL SHORT COURSES TRAINING Project Management in Global Health certificate course | University of Washington | 2019. | [Learn the fundamentals of project management, including conducting needs assessments, creating planning and implementation documents, managing project resources, transitioning the project to local agencies, and evaluating the project.] Leadership and Management in Health certificate course | University of Washington | 2018. | [The course focuses on the practical leadership and management skills required for working in complex local, regional, national, and global health environments. Develop a clear sense of the issues and challenges of leading organizations and managing people. Personal leadership development, leading organizations, managing people, and practical management skills are emphasized.] Monitoring and Evaluation certificate course | Global Health E-Learning Center | 2018. | [This training provides a comprehensive understanding of Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), covering purposes, functions, and the creation of M&E plans. Participants learn to differentiate frameworks, select indicators strategically, and utilize diverse data sources. Emphasis is placed on leveraging information for informed decisionmaking and adaptive management. The program equips participants with essential skills for proficient and resultsoriented M&E practices in project management and organizational development.]  Semester Abroad Emersion Programme / University of Yaoundé-Sud Joseph Ndi-Samba, Cameroon / 2012. / [The course provides an advanced fluency in the French language through full immersion in a francophone environment, enhanced understanding of French culture, history, and society, improved ability to think critically and communicate effectively in a second language, Increased confidence to navigate new and unfamiliar situations and a deeper appreciation for diversity, perspective-taking, and intercultural understanding.] SKILLS ▪ Computer package: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) ▪ Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills; teamwork and time management; good judgment and decisionmaking skills; multi-tasking and problem-solving skills; report writing and documentation skills. ▪ Communication: Fluent in English and French, both in speech and writing. Share information openly with co-workers and partners while using discretion to protect confidentiality. ▪ Partnering and Networking: Communicate sensitively and effectively across different constituencies; plans and produces quality results to meet established goals, proactive; problem-solving and resultoriented attitude; and generates innovative, practical solutions to challenging situations. ▪ Research and survey: Skilled in conducting data surveys for research purposes; worked with the Department of Agricultural Economics at the University of Ibadan on the TETFUND project in Cross River State, Contributed to the Policy and Development Research Group at the University of Calabar, Worked on the Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP-FPMU), Assisted the Center for Clinical Care and Clinical Research in Nigeria, Collaborated with ActionAid Nigeria as well as the Natural Resources Institute, University of Greenwich and The New Youk African Studies Association. 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