Temiloluwa Emidun

TEMILOLUWA EMIDUN PROGRAMS | PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS (PPP) | INVESTMENT PROMOTION | POLICY & DEVELOPMENT FINANCE | LinkedIn: Temiloluwa Emidun PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY _________________________________________________________ Analytical and impact-driven program officer with extensive experience advancing private sector development, investment promotion, and regional integration across West Africa. Demonstrated success supporting multi-country programs that strengthen governance, trade facilitation, and sustainable economic growth through evidence-based policy design, cross-sector partnerships, and operational excellence. Experienced in development finance, research, grants, and project management, with strong proficiency in monitoring and evaluation (M&E), public-private partnerships (PPP), and institutional capacity building. Known for delivering strategic solutions that enhance private sector competitiveness and foster inclusive, resilient regional economies through innovation and policy reform. SKILLS __________________________ Professional Skills: Core Proficiency: Program Design & Management | Project Coordination | Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) | Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) | Development Finance | Investment Promotion | Policy Research & Advocacy | Regional Integration (ECOWAS) | Private Sector Development | Stakeholder Engagement & Partnership Building | Governance & Institutional Strengthening | Budget Planning & Execution | Strategic Communication | Grant Management Technical Skills: Microsoft Tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) | Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides) | Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) KEY ACHIEVEMENTS ● __________________________________________ Contributed to the revitalization of the Association of Investment Promotion Agencies of West Africa (AIPAWAS), boosting investment promotion and development across 15 ECOWAS member states. ● Improved on the workings of the West Africa Securities Regulator Association (WASRA) by providing thematic insights on securities harmonization and capital markets integration across West Africa, achieving regulatory efficiency gains and stronger West African economic integration. ● Mobilized $5M+ from partners for public-private partnership projects, enabling 10+ initiatives for youth/women-led enterprises and sustainable diversification in ECOWAS. ● Maintained budget accuracy in multimillion-dollar programs, ensuring compliance and timely delivery to enhance private sector growth and jobs. PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE __________________________________________________ Program Officer Intern, Private Sector Directorate ECOWAS Commission – Abuja, Nigeria ● Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of research and grant-making programs that advance private sector development and regional integration across ECOWAS member states. ● Coordinate multi-country projects, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to scope, and alignment with ECOWAS strategic priorities, while managing risk and mitigating operational challenges. ● Conduct and oversee data-driven research to inform program strategy, guide evidence-based decisions, and improve policy and operational outcomes. ● Facilitate collaboration with internal teams, national focal points, and external partners to strengthen stakeholder engagement and program effectiveness. ● Prepare high-quality reports, grant proposals, and funding agreements, maintaining transparency, accountability, and operational excellence across all initiatives. Finance Associate, Private Sector Directorate January 2023 – August 2025 ECOWAS Commission – Abuja, Nigeria ● Advanced investment promotion and regional integration initiatives across 15 West African countries, supporting the private sector growth, job creation, and economic diversification. ● Developed and implemented investment promotion frameworks, embedding gender inclusion and supporting youth- and women-led enterprises within ECOWAS’ economic agenda. ● Conducted cross-sector project assessments, mobilized resources from development partners, and facilitated public-private partnership (PPP) projects aligned with regional priorities. ● Drafted policy briefs, concept notes, and presentations for senior leadership, providing actionable insights and evidence-based recommendations for strategic decision-making. ● Strengthened financial accountability by managing budgets, tracking expenditures, and achieving budget execution accuracy in compliance with institutional and donor guidelines. Compliance, Risk Management & Internal Control Officer August 2022 – January 2023 PFI Capital Limited – Lagos, Nigeria ● Developed and implemented AML/CFT compliance policies, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and safeguarding the institution’s reputation. ● Designed and enhanced internal control frameworks to improve operational efficiency, reduce approval delays, and strengthen financial reporting integrity. ● Conducted risk assessments and audits, identifying gaps and recommending corrective measures to mitigate operational and compliance risks. ● Delivered training programs to employees on compliance, risk management, and internal controls, increasing organizational accountability and compliance awareness. ● Streamlined financial processes and implemented inclusive compliance protocols to improve accessibility and equity in financial services delivery. PROJECTS AND PUBLICATIONS _____________________________________________________________________________________________ ● Effects of Fiscal Decentralization and Institutional Quality on Economic Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa (2021): Responsible for data analysis, model estimation, and drafting the findings on fiscal decentralization and growth. ● Economic Development and Third-World Underdevelopment: Evidence from Nigeria (2015): Analyzed Nigerian economic data, conducting statistical research on factors contributing to underdevelopment for a major project report and policy recommendations. EDUCATION________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ● University of Ilorin (Kwara State, Nigeria): Master's Degree of Science - Finance 2021 ● University of Ilorin (Kwara State, Nigeria): Bachelor's Degree - Economics 2015 CERTIFICATIONS___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ● World Bank Youth Summit | World Bank Group Youth Summit ● Google Foundations of Project Management | Google 2025 ● Introduction to ESG | Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) 2025 ● Promoting Sustainable Investment in the ECOWAS Region | OECD-OCDE 2025 ● Unlocking Investment and Finance in Emerging Markets | edX (World Bank) 2025 ● Statistics Fundamentals | Corporate Finance Institute 2023 ● Introduction to Business Intelligence & Power BI | Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) 2023 ● Analyzing Growth Drivers & Business Risks | Corporate Finance Institute (CFI) 2022 ● Foundation in AML and KYC | KYC Lookup 2022 2025 REGIONAL ENGAGEMENT TRAININGS AND WORKSHOPS____________________________________________________________________ ● Private Sector Forum on Intra-Regional Tourism: Strengthened tourism as a driver for economic integration (Abuja, 2024). ● Association of Investment Promotion Agencies of West African States (AIPAWAS): High-level meeting to revitalize regional collaboration and Investment Promotion Agencies (Lomé, Togo, 2023). ● Public-Private Dialogue on Investment for Sustainable Development: Co-organized with OECD to enhance private sector engagement in ECOWAS (Lomé, Togo, 2023). ● ECOWAS Common Investment Market Council Meetings: Contributed to harmonizing regional investment practices (Abidjan & Abuja, 2023). VOLUNTEERING SERVICES__________________________________________________________________________________________________ ● Community Engagement Specialist | The Thriving Circle (2025): Designed and delivered community outreach programs, built partnerships with stakeholders, recruited and trained volunteers, and translated community feedback into program improvements. ● Delegate | World Bank Group Youth Summit (2025): Selected as a delegate for the 2025 World Bank Group Youth Summit, where I engaged with youth leaders and policymakers on key topics like digital transformation, sustainability, and innovation. ● Social Media Strategist/Photographer & Content Developer | Dreams from The Slum Empowerment Initiative (2018): Created strategic social media content, took photographs to document empowerment programs, increased brand visibility, and boosted public engagement for the NGO. ● President (Education and Development Group) | National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) (2016): Led the actualization of a local government-wide essay and debate competition for secondary school students, also promoted NYSC objectives through organized activities. ● President | National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) (2016): Organized and conducted public sensitization programs on dyslexia and learning peculiarities among adolescents during national youth service. REFERENCES_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Available on request