Obed Kallai

A dynamic, purpose-driven professional with demonstrable experience in program and project management, community engagement, fundraising, youth development, and educational advocacy. He is the co-founder of the KERF Foundation, an initiative committed to offering free research training to pre-tertiary students in Ghana. Adept at leading diverse teams, coordinating cross-sector partnerships, and mobilizing resources to improve educational and community development outcomes. Skilled in the end-to-end management of community-based and educational projects, including planning, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and reporting. Strong experience working with local communities, traditional authorities, youth groups, and schools. Co-leads fundraising and local resource mobilization for KERF Foundation and educational initiatives. Experienced in facilitating workshops, training, and mentoring programs targeting youth, educators, and community volunteers. Excellent written and verbal communication skills demonstrated through the creation of policy briefs, funding proposals, reports, and cover letters tailored to various roles. Proven leadership in co-founding and scaling a non-profit initiative. Leads strategic planning and implementation of free research training programs for high school students. Facilitated community-health facility linkages and supported community health awareness campaigns. Delivered impactful programs focused on education, youth development, and advocacy.