Chiamaka Achodo

ACHODO CHIAMAKA WINIFRED PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY An organized, dedicated and capable associate with over 9 years of experience. Throughout the years, I have assumed different roles and responsibilities, built extensive skills, attributes and ensured project objectives are achieved. Highly adept in program development, oversight and evaluation. Possess excellent result-driven, problem- solving and communication skills from working with people from diverse backgrounds. Have proven people management skills, with effective performance monitoring and ability to motivate colleagues. I am determined, careerdriven and a very passionate individual. I seek an opportunity to learn more, contribute, advance and attain fulfilment in a purpose driven environment where my skills would be utilised to exceed goals and build long term relationship with your organisation. I also have an in-depth knowledge of Microsoft applications such as Ms Word, Excel and PowerPoint. EDUCATION Master of Humanitarian and Refugee Studies (MHRS) The University of Ibadan, Nigeria (2021) Bachelor of Arts, History and International Studies The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria (2016) WORK HISTORY Research, Learning and Development / Social Media Consultant / Rhizome Consulting Limited/ Maitama, Abuja / March 2024 – Present Key Responsibilities and Achievements • Identified and engaged potential clients, developed tailored proposals, and successfully converted leads into paying clients, contributing to Rhizome's revenue growth. • Built and maintained a robust pipeline through strategic networking, referrals, and targeted outreach campaigns. • Oversaw seamless onboarding processes, ensuring clear communication, alignment on project goals, and a positive client experience from initiation. • Enhanced knowledge management frameworks by implementing tools and processes that streamlined information storage, retrieval, and sharing. • Created and maintained detailed documentation to capture best practices, ensuring consistency and accessibility across projects. • Performed extensive research to gather insights and data for the creation of high-quality content for Rhizome and BeShortlisted (a job board which is a digital innovation of Rhizome). • Authored and published compelling articles, blog posts, and reports that enhanced audience engagement and reinforced the company’s brand authority. • Collaborated with creative teams to produce visually appealing graphics and multimedia content, elevating the quality and appeal of published materials. • Implemented strategies that enhanced Rhizome’s and BeShortlisted’s visibility across social media and digital platforms, resulting in increased engagement and follower growth. • Monitored engagement analytics and utilized data to refine content strategies, achieving measurable improvements in audience interaction. • Built meaningful relationships with online communities, amplifying brand awareness and nurturing a loyal audience base. • Partnered with internal departments to align efforts on client acquisition, knowledge management, and content creation, ensuring seamless execution of projects. • Maintained open communication with stakeholders, providing regular updates and integrating feedback to achieve shared objectives. • Experimented with new methodologies in research, content creation, and client engagement, driving forward-thinking practices. • Continuously developed personal skills and knowledge to deliver superior value to Rhizome’s clients and initiatives. Training Manager/Social Media Manager/Administrative Officer | Weircapacity | Gudu, Abuja | June 2021 - December 2021 Key Responsibilities and Achievements • Managed cross-functional relationships with partners and other stakeholders. • Managed the development and maintenance of contacts database for training and general information dissemination on all our social media platforms. • Assisted in managing training budget and expenditure and pre and post-training outcomes. • Managed and maintained an updated database of training records. • Managed logistics for non-training events including venues and service providers. • Assisted in managing general office supplies and orders, monitoring costs and expenses. • Assisted in organizing the filing system of important and confidential company documents. Research Associate/ Library Assistant | Nigerian Institute of International Affairs | Victoria Island, Lagos | June 2017-March 2018 Key responsibilities and Achievements • Staffed on economic partnership meetings and discussions between the Institute, the China Association of Friendship and the Japanese Embassy. • Co-designed a library documentation model in which books, bibliographies and news articles were indexed, archived and catalogued into an online and on-site framework. • Co-led a technical team of 20 persons that Partnered with the United Nations information centre in ensuring effective library services and development at the institute. • Gathered data and responses from teams and used findings to prepare reports on behalf of the institute. LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEERING EXPERIENCE Presiding Officer | Independent National Electoral Commission, Eti-Osa, Lagos, Nigeria | September 2017 - October 2017 • Presided over a local government election in my Polling unit, held in Eti-Osa local government, Victoria Island Lagos during my national youth service year. • Oversaw and adequate territorial jurisdiction of sensitive and non–sensitive electoral materials. • Sole and most important signatory for the Polling unit electoral result sheet for final submission to the collation centre. • Organized and effectively oversaw the activities of a 4-man Voting point under my supervision, officials and voters inclusive. Member, Gender and Servicom Community Development Group, Eti-Osa, Lagos, Nigeria | June 2017 - May 2018 • Staffed on a team that organized seminar programmes, and talks geared towards gender empowerment and effective public service delivery. • Partnered in a fundraising committee which succeeded in raising almost a 200,000 naira in two weeks to fund projects in schools, seminars, organized to advance the Group’s Goal of gender equality and public service efficiency. Vice President, Institute for Peace, Security and Humanitarian Studies Students Association, University of Ibadan, Nigeria March 2020 - February 2021 • Co-led over 200 students at the Institute for Peace, Security and Humanitarian Studies Students Association through a successful one-year tenure filled with activities/programmes geared towards promoting humanitarianism, peacebuilding and conflict resolution. • Oversaw and supervised students, other executive councils and management of the institute through the planning and execution of a 1-week capacity building programme which entailed logistics, accommodation, feeding and developmental programmes for over 200 students and 15 staff members. PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS • Certificate Course in Peacebuilding (United States Institute of Peace, New York, 2020). • Certificate Course in Negotiation (United States Institute of Peace, New York, 2020). • Certificate Course in Conflict Analysis (United States Institute of Peace, New York, 2020). • Certificate Course in Mediation (United States Institute of Peace, New York, 2020). • Certificate Course in Gender Inclusivity in Peace Building (United States Institute of Peace, New York, 2020). • Certificate Course in Designing Community Based Dialogue (United States Institute of Peace, New York, 2020). • Certificate Course in Designing Monitoring and Evaluation for Programming in Fragile Environments (United States Institute of Peace, New York, 2020). • Certificate Course in United Nations-Civil Military Coordination: Working in Natural Disasters (United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, 2020). • Certificate Course in United Nations-Civil Military Coordination: Working in Complex Emergencies (United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, 2020). • Professional Scrum Master 1 (Scrum.org) 2024.