GARUBA Ocheche Samuel
Highly Motivated Researcher & Environmental Advocate
Abuja, NG.About
Highly motivated researcher and advocate with a proven track record in environmental education, human rights, and community development. Leverages strong project management, content creation, and communication skills to drive sustainable growth, mobilize resources, and implement impactful programs, consistently achieving positive social and environmental outcomes.
Work
Africa Clean Up Initiative
|FCT Coordinator/Team Lead
Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
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Summary
Led environmental sanitation, humanitarian aid, and community engagement programs as FCT Coordinator, driving sustainable development and support for vulnerable populations.
Highlights
Coordinated monthly community environmental sanitation initiatives, fostering local participation and improving public health outcomes across the FCT.
Managed comprehensive humanitarian aid operations, including the donation of food and relief materials to IDPs and vulnerable children, directly impacting camp welfare.
Developed and facilitated workshops, meetings, and conferences on critical environmental issues, engaging host communities and raising awareness for sustainable practices.
Recruited and managed program participants, members, and volunteers, expanding outreach and operational capacity for various initiatives.
Educated rural communities on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) practices, significantly enhancing public health knowledge and adoption.
Reading Culture Advocacy Initiative
|Assistant Programme Officer
Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
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Summary
Supported program management, proposal development, and volunteer mobilization to promote reading culture and educational initiatives in schools.
Highlights
Assisted the Programme Manager in coordinating educational campaigns, ensuring efficient execution of advocacy initiatives.
Authored and submitted online proposals, successfully contributing to resource acquisition for various programs.
Mobilized and managed volunteers for campaign and sensitization programs in schools, expanding reach and impact across educational institutions.
Prepared detailed reports on program activities and outcomes, providing essential data for strategic planning and stakeholder communication.
Volunteer
Initiative for Integrity Development International
|Head of Media & Partnership
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Summary
Led media relations and partnership development, enhancing organizational visibility and engagement through strategic communications and outreach.
Highlights
Cultivated and maintained relationships with strategic partners and sponsors, securing vital support for organizational initiatives.
Developed and disseminated comprehensive communications and promotional literature, including newsletters, brochures, and flyers, effectively reaching target audiences.
Coordinated radio, TV, and online media programs, significantly increasing public awareness and engagement with organizational activities.
Managed interactions with media houses, ensuring positive coverage and promoting events and activities.
Health of Mother Earth Foundation
|Volunteer
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Summary
Advocated for environmental biosafety and contributed to eco-awareness initiatives through content creation and community engagement.
Highlights
Contributed monthly as a HOMEF Eco Instigator, actively promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices.
Authored poems and creative content to raise awareness about environmental issues and inspire action.
Actively advocated for environmental biosafety, contributing to public discourse and policy discussions on ecological preservation.
Unveiling and Rebranding Nigeria Initiative
|Content Developer
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Summary
Developed diverse content, managed project monitoring, and contributed to research and vetting processes for national rebranding initiatives.
Highlights
Created compelling web content, letters, emails, and grant proposals, effectively communicating organizational messages and securing funding opportunities.
Authored comprehensive reports, providing critical insights for project evaluation and strategic decision-making.
Coordinated monitoring and evaluation activities for successful projects and events, ensuring accountability and demonstrating impact.
Served as a Research Committee Coordinator and Vetting Committee member, contributing to strategic oversight and quality assurance processes.
Shacks and Slum Dwellers Association
|Head of ICT
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Summary
Managed ICT infrastructure, developed policies, and coordinated training to enhance communication and operational efficiency across all project locations.
Highlights
Supported ICT asset management, including budgeting, procurement, and tracking, ensuring optimal resource allocation and utilization.
Coordinated comprehensive training programs, enhancing staff technical capabilities and promoting efficient use of digital tools.
Managed social media presence and bulk SMS communications, significantly improving outreach and stakeholder engagement.
Developed and enforced robust guidelines and policies for online security, passwords, backup procedures, and anti-virus solutions, safeguarding organizational data.
Authored proposals for executive training and partnerships with MDAs, contributing to strategic collaborations and capacity building.
Education
University of Abuja
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B.Sc (Ed)
Environmental Education
Makeke Secondary School
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Secondary Education
National Examination Council (NECO)
Staff Comprehensive Secondary School
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Secondary Education
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examinations (‘O’ Levels) / West African Examination Council (WAEC)
ASCL Staff Primary School
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Primary Education
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC)
Awards
Graduate Internship Employability Training Certificate
Awarded By
Data Lead Africa and GIZ / Nigeria German Center
Certificate recognizing successful completion of a graduate internship employability training program.
Change Agent Academy Certificate, Class 002
Awarded By
AiMP
Certificate for participation in the Change Agent Academy, Class 002.
Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Certificates
Awarded By
Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI)
Multiple certificates from the Young African Leaders Initiative.
Certificate of Public Presentation of New Expert Analysis of OPL 245 Deal and High-Level Training of Stakeholders
Awarded By
HEDA Resource Center
Certificate for public presentation of expert analysis on OPL 245 deal and high-level training participation.
The Next Economy Employability Certificate
Awarded By
The Next Economy
Certificate recognizing completion of an employability program.
STEM Teachers Training Certificate
Awarded By
WAAW Foundation & AWALE Academy
Certificate for training in STEM education for teachers.
Social Media for Advocacy for CSOs in the North Central
Awarded By
Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD)
Certificate for training on utilizing social media for advocacy by Civil Society Organizations in the North Central region.
Certificate for Core Competence for Employability in the Service Sector
Awarded By
Digital Bridge Institute, Abuja
Certificate demonstrating core competencies for employability in the service sector.
Languages
English
Certificates
Web Development
Issued By
BRIX Academy
Diploma in Computer Information Mgt & System Maintenance
Issued By
Helmet Technologies
Skills
Computer Literacy
MS Windows, MS Office Suite.
Communication
Written Communication, Oral Communication, Presentation Skills, Public Speaking, Media Relations.
Project Management
Program Coordination, Event Management, Logistics Coordination, Strategic Planning.
Environmental Education
Environmental Advocacy, Sustainability, WASH Education, Community Environmental Sanitation.
Content Development
Web Content, Grant Proposals, Report Writing, Letters, Emails, Promotional Literature, Poetry.
Human Rights Advocacy
Advocacy, Community Development, Humanitarian Aid, IDP Support.
Research
Data Analysis, Monitoring and Evaluation, Report Generation.
Fundraising
Resource Mobilization, Proposal Writing, Partnership Development.
Volunteer Management
Recruitment, Training, Coordination.
ICT Management
IT Support, Budgeting, Procurement, Tracking, System Maintenance, Online Security, Policy Development, Social Media Management, Bulk SMS.
Stakeholder Engagement
Community Engagement, Partnership Building, Media Interaction.
Interests
The British Project Professional Society
Global Member, Project Management.
Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF)
Fellow, Environmental Advocacy.
Urban Rural Environmental Defenders
Project Director, Environmental Protection.
Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD)
Member, IT Development.
Youth Observatory, Internet Society
Global Member, Internet Governance, Youth Advocacy.