Etimbuk Obot

ETIMBUK EMMANUEL OBOT 2nd April 1991, Nigeria Address Mobile E-mail 59 Aba Road, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria (-- PROFILE Etimbuk Obot is a Mass Communication graduate with specialisation in Marketing Communications and Public Relations. With a diverse professional background spanning various roles including Research Assistant, Customer Support Officer, Principal of a secondary school, and currently serving as Legislative Aide and Chief Press Secretary to the Honourable Member representing Ikot Ekpene/Essien Udim/Obot Akara Federal Constituency in the 10th National Assembly, Etimbuk brings a wealth of experience in research, strategic planning, project management, and stakeholder engagement. He is highly adept in corporate branding, digital marketing, and optimising systems for enhanced efficiency. Etimbuk is known for his creativity, result-oriented approach, and strong interpersonal skills. He is committed to continuous improvement and is actively involved in professional development activities such as seminars and conferences. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE National Assembly Job Title: Legislative Aide/Chief Press Secretary to the Honourable Member representing Ikot Ekpene/Essien Udim/Obot Akara Federal Constituency 2023 - Present ● Spearhead strategic communication efforts for the Honourable Member's office, managing press releases, media inquiries, and public relations activities. ● Act as a liaison between the Honourable Member and constituents, ensuring effective communication and representation of their interests. ● Conduct research on legislative issues and draft reports, briefs, and speeches for the Honourable Member. ● Coordinate events, meetings, and engagements to promote the Honourable Member's agenda and initiatives. St. Paul Secondary School, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. Job Title: Principal - ● Led the marketing communications department, implementing strategies to enhance the school's brand visibility and attract new students. ● Oversaw school administration and processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and best practices. ● Introduced innovative initiatives such as pension schemes for staff, infrastructure upgrades, and improved parent-school relations through regular meetings. ● Implemented a new grading system and academic enrichment programs to improve student performance. 1 St. Paul Secondary School, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. Job Title: Chief Operations Officer (COO) - ● Increased school population by over 5% within a year through targeted marketing efforts and enhanced service delivery. ● Implemented systems for evaluating teacher performance and providing continuous professional development opportunities. ● Oversaw construction projects and facility upgrades, ensuring quality standards and timely completion. ● Established a disciplinary committee and introduced extracurricular activities to foster student discipline and engagement. Hotels.ng, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. Job Title: Customer Support Officer - ● Provided exceptional customer service, assisting clients with hotel reservations and resolving inquiries and complaints promptly. ● Maintained customer records and feedback for service improvement. NYSC : University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria Job Title: Graduate Assistant - Assisted in the teaching of the following courses: ● Foundations of Research ● Development Communication ● Test and Examination supervisions LANGUAGES ● English (Fluent) ● French (Intermediate ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS PhD Mass Communication (Public Relations/Marketing M.A Mass Communication (Public Relations/Advertising) B.Sc Mass Communication West African Senior School Certificate Primary School Leaving Certificate Second Class Upper University of Uyo, Uyo Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria Expected in March, 2024 University of Uyo, Uyo Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria 2014 - 2018 Madonna University, Okija, Anambra State, Nigeria 2008 - 2013 Amayam Community Secondary School, Mbiaso, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom state, Nigeria Monika Kindergarten and Elementary School, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. 2002 - - 2002 2 PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP Associate Member, Advertising Regulatory Council of Nigeria (ARCON) formerly known as the Advertising Practitioners Council of Nigeria (APCON) 2022 ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATIONS Certificate of Participation, Mass Communication Conference 2019: Department of Mass Communication, Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua. Certificate of participation, Faculty of Arts International Conference, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife. Diplôme D’Etudes En Langue Française DELF B1 Niveau B1 du cadre Européen commun de référence pour les langues. Diplôme D’Etudes En Langue Française DELF A2 Niveau A2 du cadre Européen commun de référence pour les langues. Access High Schools Certificate of Excellence in Drama - WORKSHOPS/CONFERENCES ATTENDED Third Mass Communication Conference 2019: Department of Mass Communication, Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua. Obafemi Awolowo University Faculty of Arts International Conference on Humanities and the Discourse of Poverty in Developing Countries. June,2019 September, 2016 PAPERS PRESENTED Obot, E. E. and Obot, P. E. (2019). Social Media and News Credibility: A Question of Integrity. Paper presented at the 3rd Mass Communication Conference 2019. Rethinking Media Ethics in Nigeria: Social Media and News Credibility. Nwagbara, G. (PhD) and Obot, E. E. (2016). Poverty in Nigeria: Communication and Rethinking the Way Forward. Paper presented at Obafemi Awolowo University Faculty of Arts International Conference on Humanities and the Discourse of Poverty in Developing Countries. September, 2016. 3 BOOK PUBLISHED Obot, E. E (2012). Reflecting on the True You. Ikot Ekpene: Godstime Press. ARTICLES PUBLISHED Nwagbara, G and Obot E. E. (2018). Poverty in Nigeria: Communication and Rethinking the Way Forward. Poverty and the Humanities, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria, p88 – p103 Nwagbara, G and Obot E. E (2017). Online Sales Promotion and Patronage of Online Stores: A Study of Jumia and Konga. Review of Communications and Media Studies, 1(4): 48-61. SOME LEADERSHIP POSITIONS HELD Choir Director Kings Ambassadors’ Assembly, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State. Class Representative, University of Uyo Master’s Degree Programme. Students Hall Representative, Madonna University, Okija, Anambra State. Production Manager, Vox Madonna Magazine Music Director Madonna Talent Home, Okija, Anambra State 2016/-/- SKILLS ● Creative writing skills ● Computer Graphic Skills (Google Docs. Corel Draw, Excel, etc.) ● Public Speaking/Conflict Management Skills ● Self-Motivated/Good Listening Skills HOBBIES ● Singing ● Reading ● Watching News ● Surfing the net REFEREES Prof (Mrs.) Eno Ottong Dr. Herbett Batta Hon. Dr. Patrick Umoh, KSJI Department of Library and Information Science, University of Calabar, Cross River State Associate Professor, Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, the University of Uyo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Honourable Member Federal House of Reps (2023 - ) - - 4