Accomplished professional with extensive experience in monitoring and evaluation, program implementation, and child protection. Proven track record in increasing immunisation coverage and enhancing child safety through strategic partnerships and data-driven approaches. Expertise in stakeholder engagement, community mobilisation, and capacity building, complemented by strong analytical and critical thinking skills. Adept at managing complex projects and leading teams to achieve organisational goals. Career focus on advancing public health initiatives and improving child welfare systems.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant field manager
New Incentives-All Babies are Equal (NI-ABAE)
Gombe
04.2023 - 05.2026
partnered with organizations in Balanga, Kaltungo, and Shomgom to provide children under the age of 11 months with routine immunizations, shielding them from harmful diseases as they grow and develop.
oversee primary care clinics in the Gombe State LGAs of Balanga, Shomgom, and Kaltungo.
Have frequent meetings for data validation with the 13 reportees.
Through dedication and hard work, I was able to increase routine immunization and retention coverage in Shomgom, Kaltungo, and Balanga from 78% monthly to 90%, with a 12% increase in just three months.
Verify Field Officers' daily data submissions in 164 primary care clinics located in Balanga, Kaltungo, and Shomgom LGA.
Use data collection tools and smart apps, such as myDay App, to deliver daily tasks online.
Track project progress and target performance in relation to anticipated outcomes.
Work together with the facility and LGA to meet project deliverables and accelerate implementation.
Conduct monthly facility performance reviews using a standard monitoring tool to confirm that the facilities fulfill the requirements for providing a comprehensive primary healthcare package.
Work together to conduct a joint ISS with the LGA and the state primary health care development agency.
Create action plans based on the results, then offer technical assistance to make the plans stronger.
Train and coach facility workers in reproductive, maternal, neonatal, child, and adolescent health
Antenatal care, delivery care, postnatal care, immunization, family planning counseling, STI counseling and treatment, post-abortion care, and SGBV services at supported institutions, as well as nutrition programs aimed at increasing care quality,.
Assistant child Protection Officer
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Damaturu, Yobe
01.2022 - 01.2023
I supported teenagers and their caregivers psychologically while serving on the Child Protection Response Team.
As part of response services, I worked in tandem with the Child Protection team to provide children with a safe and supportive environment.
Worked in conjunction with stakeholders to offer wraparound services, such as emergency services, social emotional learning (SEL), conflict resolution, psychological support, and referrals to healthcare providers, to children and youth leaving crisis-affected environments.
instructed new hires and provided IRC staff with training on child protection, safety, and related measures
SEL/SAFE materials were used to identify facilitators, offer the first SEL/SAFE training, and help adolescents develop emergency skills.
Work together with managers, mentors, and coaches to lead meetings with teenagers (both younger and older).
conducted baseline assessments to determine children's and adolescents' needs and risks (girls and boys)
worked in close collaboration with other project staff to identify younger children and adolescents, teenage boys, and male and female caregivers for SEL/SAFE learning opportunities.
Initiate and oversee SEL/SAFE-equipped sessions for kids and teenagers while working with qualified facilitators.
identified and addressed issues from a variety of sources, helping to implement the Protection of Civilian Population
Helped promote the psychosocial well-being of children and their families
Using Inter-Agency Child Protection Information Management System capabilities, we facilitated emergency family tracing actions and alternative care choices for unaccompanied and separated children
Enhanced prevention and response to SEA and GBV in project communities
Improved child safety by preventing and responding to physical harm and other threats
Improved prevention and response to all forms of exploitation, such as child labor and trafficking
Facilitated the integration of child protection into other IRC emergency core areas using a service integration approach
Conducted parenting seminars for both male and female caregivers
Adolescent girls (younger) or boys who confess experiences of violence receive psychological first aid and assistance, as well as referrals to necessary agencies
Facilitated post-distribution monitoring with targeted users of NFI/FI distributions and CVA, including Multipurpose cash assistance
Conducted feedback meetings with adolescent girls and boys, as well as community stakeholders and caregivers, and shared input with the supervisor
Provided weekly project reports, documented input from SAFE sessions, and shared lessons learned while guiding courses
Helped implement community-based Based Protection methodology by assisting field teams with project conceptualization, methodology training, and implementation guidance
Conducted weekly team meetings to monitor activity progress and used Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly, and monthly reporting
Collaborated with project team to swiftly identify and resolve issues
Project plans have been changed to reflect dynamic targets, workforce changes, and operational standards
Created scope, timetable, and assignments for entire team
Collaborated with senior case managers to plan team development activities and training
Resolved technical issues influencing project deliverables and adapted to changing needs through effective review
Assisted in gathering data for reporting output and outcome metrics
Assisted in conducting assessments, facilitating focus groups, and collecting qualitative data
Tracked activity implementation progress against objectives and work plans
Facilitated post-distribution monitoring with targeted users of NFI/FI distributions and CVA, including Multipurpose cash assistance
Overseeing protection monitoring and information management
Maintained tactical control over project finances and timelines to ensure teams meet timetable targets
Met budget criteria by effective planning and consistent spending tracking
Provided capacity-building support and on-the-job mentoring and coaching to MOH staff at the site level to ensure Health System strengthening measures are implemented according to approved project work plans and donor requirements
Coordinate delivery of high-quality primary health care at facility and LGA levels
Collaborated with organizations, enterprises, and government agencies to maximize project impact
Conducted meetings with project stakeholders to address deliverables, timetables, and conflicts
Ensured the safety and security of PEARL information during program implementation (data protection)
Regularly update managers on project budget, progress, and technical issues, maintaining open communication.
Volunteer Services Officer
Save the Children International
Gombe
04.2017 - 08.2020
Conducted volunteer screenings, including interviews, document reviews, and background checks
Provided volunteer assistance through training, mentorship, resource development, and partnership building
I helped program managers enter client data into CRM and handle client calls and referrals
Provided supportive supervision for Adolescent Safe Space sessions in Balanga and Dukku LGA
Facilitated post-distribution monitoring with targeted users of NFI/FI distributions and CVA, including Multipurpose cash assistance
Assisted REACH community program personnel in strategically integrating gender equality through training and knowledge exchange activities
Assisted project team with community mobilization and advocacy to leaders
Helped distribute safe space goods throughout project locations.
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Kishimi Shelter and Care Foundation
Gombe
02.2013 - 06.2017
Managed Bridges Plus project implementation, including scope definition and milestone management
Ensured effective data capture for PEARL Project recipients
Improved beneficiary verification and validation processes for timely data collection, registration, and delivery
Collaborated with the FSL program team to monitor cash transfer payments
Monitored hygiene and water management operations in Gombe, Balanga, Akko, and Yamaltu Deba LGAs
On a monthly basis, I monitored, supported, and reported on the activities of the VLSA group for adolescents and survivors of GBV
Assisted Cash Officer in ensuring beneficiary protection and gender sensitivity when accessing providers in the field
Facilitated community mobilization, meetings, and training for community-led cash activities
Assisted in implementing capacity building training for target beneficiaries
Collected and analyzed information in the field to support capacity building and training programs, with support from Cash Officer
Supported and monitored cash and voucher interventions as directed by the Cash Officer
Verified beneficiaries to identify and pick the most vulnerable for cash voucher assistance
Monitored FSL team's comprehensive work plan implementation at LGA level
Offered livelihood assistance to individuals or groups to raise awareness of various business choices based on market evaluation and interests
Provided accurate program activity reports to supervisor while maintaining all relevant records
Facilitated effective collaboration between government agencies and target beneficiaries
Monitored and encouraged implementation of Cash Transfer initiatives at the ward level, including Unconditional/Conditional Cash Grants and Cash for Work
Analyzed data, compiled monthly reports, and reviewed program activities and feedback during meetings with PLWHA, PABA, VC, CCC, Head of School, Child Protection Network, Referral Network, and Escort services.
Education in Emergency M&E Officer
Education Crises Response (ECR)-USAID
Gombe
01.2016 - 01.2017
Monitored the establishment of 8 Non-formal Learning Centers (NFLC) and 2 Girls Learning Centers (GLCs)
Monitored the establishment of two Adolescent Girls Learning Centers (AGLC) and two Youth Learning Centers (YLC)
Coordinated formation of two kid coalition committees
Managed engagement and recruitment of 14 learning facilitators
Monitored engagement of two Mentor Teachers to assist LFs with coaching and mentoring
Collaborated with stakeholders to provide wraparound services for children and youth leaving crisis-affected environments, including psychological support, social emotional learning (SEL), conflict resolution, referrals to health providers, and emergency services
Monitored integration of non-formal learning youngsters into public schools
Developed and implemented performance improvement techniques to boost efficiency and productivity.
M&E/Behavioral Maintainer Officer
Society For Family Health
Gombe
01.2015 - 12.2015
Conducted advocacy visits to MARSP [MSM] for program implementation
Tracked HCT implementation during community outreach
Monitored and conducted HIV testing and counseling operations for key populations and communities in Gombe state
Conducted a peer education workshop for those who inject drugs
Monitored and provided statistics on dispersed ICE deliverables to KPs
Referred clients to healthcare facilities
Monitored, analyzed, and reported on all actions to donors
Established and communicated clear targets and objectives to team members
Managed team priorities, schedules, and performance
Enhanced safety protocols to provide safe working conditions for employees.
M&E Volunteer
Institute Of Human Virology in Nigeria (IHVN) Global project Round 9 implemented by Kishimi shelter
Gombe
07.2013 - 12.2013
Improved performance by monitoring daily operations and mentoring team members
Coordinated community mobilization, training, and children's activities
Conducted field monitoring trips, using a quality benchmark/monitoring checklist, and led focus group discussions
Managed VLSA child groups and provided technical assistance
Sensitized children, teachers, parents, and stakeholders to the importance and benefits of child rights
Implemented block grant initiatives and awareness development to ensure elementary education for children
Monitored and offered psychosocial support to vulnerable children
Monitored HTC (HIV Testing and Counseling) activities for children and community settings
Conducted home-based care, education monitoring, and focus group discussions with community leaders on specific issues
Provided training on income-generating activities and psychosocial support to caregivers
Conducted in-school sensitization on youngsters's Day to educate youngsters about their rights and civil rights
Actively engaged in advocacy and community outreach
Referred and followed up on child emergency instances with appropriate facilities or service providers
Assessed Child Vulnerability Index and Child Status Index in OVC communities utilizing data assessment methods.
Monitoring and Evaluation (Data Entry)
Kishimi Shelter and Care Foundation
Gombe
01.2012 - 06.2012
Documented OVC data for 13,370 children funded by CIHP from 2014–2022, using NOMIS data
Assist the M&E officer with other tasks and responsibilities
Improved operations, resolved issues, and delivered great service.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Public Health
Abubakar Tafawa Belewa University
Bauchi, Bauchi
11-2023
High School Diploma - Education
Federal College of Education Technical
Gombe, Gombe
02-2017
Skills
Monitoring and evaluation
Program implementation
Child protection and welfare management
Data analysis and tools
Beneficiary feedback improvement
Problem solving
Communication skills
Child abuse prevention
Case management systems
Data security and classification
Statistical analysis
Database management
Stakeholder engagement
Community mobilization
Data analysis
Project management
Data collection tools
Monitoring techniques
Capacity building
Child protection
Psychological support
Emergency response
Problem-solving
Public speaking
Analytical and critical thinking
Project planning and coordination
Team building
Team leadership and motivation
Leadership
Certification
Fundamentals of Safeguarding
Preventing Fraud and Corruption
Psychosocial Wellbeing of Parents and Caregivers
Psychosocial (PSS) helper skill
Case Management
SGBV: Module 1 - Introduction
Cash and Voucher Assistance
Emergency Needs Assessment
Travel Safety and Personal Security
Introduction to Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)
Resource mobilization
Monitoring and Evaluation Practices
Introduction to Monitoring and Evaluation
Choosing Data Collection Methods
MEAL in Emergency Indicator, Accountability, Analysis interpretation and use
MEAL in Emergencies - Analysis, Interpretation, and Use
MEAL in Emergencies - Indicators
MEAL in Emergencies - Monitoring Methods
Accomplishments
Supported in improving routine immunization and retention coverage in Shomgom, Kaltungo and Balanga from 78% Monthly to a stable target achievement of 90% and increase of 12% achievement between 3 months of hard work and commitment.
Graduated 251 adolescents boys & Girls in Damaturu LGA of Yobe State from safe healing and learning space (SHLS) session were they learned about, personal hygiene, Positive emotions, coping with all forms of stress, etc.
Provided Psychosocial Support Services through Kids club activities, group PSS, Fun fair programs to 15,769 Children in Gombe and Yobe state respectively.
Successfully established 56 functional Community Based Child protection Committee (CBCPC) Block Grant Management Committee (BGMC) respectively to promote child protection and prevention child protection concerns in their communities.
Documented 251 SHLS learners' attendance and progress in Damaturu LGA, Yobe State, using the COMCARE database.
Provided child safeguarding and protection training to 721 people, including government agencies and stakeholders.
Supported 432 beneficiaries with food and 259 with non-food items (NFI) across 4 LGAs in Gombe and Yobe State.
Led a team of 7 and supervised a team of 69 to complete the PEARL Project, financed by PEPFAR/CDC/CIHP. The project covered 15,769 beneficiaries with healthcare services such as HIV/AIDS, TB, and vaccinations.
Scaled up HIV/AIDs testing for the general population in Kaduna and Gombe State, testing 120,000 persons and enrolling 1237 HIV/AIDs positive clients in treatment centers.
Collaborated with a team of 3 EDECs to enter 15,769 OVC data into NOMIS.
Implemented 58 Block grant projects in Gombe State, including renovating WASH facilities, providing scholastic materials, and renovating dilapidated classrooms.
Provided home visits and case management to 5796 OVC in 4 LGAs (Akko, Gombe, Yamaltu Deba, and Balanga) in Gombe State.
Provided social protection services to 1543 children with special needs at Gombe State Special School by promoting WASH.
Training 23 adolescent children living with HIV/AIDS in financial literacy and VSLA methodology to help families generate money through savings and lending.
Established a one-stop shop (OSS) or Drop In Center (DIC) in Gombe state to provide HIV/AIDS clients with health care services and reduce stigma.
Through the Education Crises Response Project in Northeast Nigeria, 12,230 students were successfully mainstreamed into formal school after a 9-month non-formal learning session focused on numeracy, literacy, and social emotional learning.
The CIHP-funded PEARL initiative in Gombe State provided scholastic materials to 2452 children in four local government areas (Akko, Gombe, Yamaltu Deba, and Balanga).
Provided health and legal help to 23 survivors of sexual and gender-based violence.
Formed 43 Village Saving and Loan Association (VSLA) groups in Gombe State's four local government areas (Akko, Gombe, Yamaltu Deba, and Balanga) to promote financial literacy and management.
Provided 6+1 support services to 20,000 orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) and 1342 caregivers, including health, education, nutrition, protection, shelter, food, and economic development.
Planned and monitored bridge implementation + In this project, 7012 children received social protection services. The project was funded by PEPFAR/Centre for Disease Control/Center for Integrated Health Programs.
Conducted WASHNORM survey in two LGAs of Gombe State (Kwami and Yalmatu Deba) on community water sources, sponsored by UNCEF through National Bureau of Statistics.
During the climate crisis campaign, I helped plant 2500 saplings in Gombe state using the Nigeria Erosion and Watershed Management Project (NEWMAP) grant.
The Center for Disease Control and Center for Integrated Health Programs funded a grant to teach 1323 teenage boys and girls in occupational skills and deliver skill start-up kits to 230 others.
Taught 2340 adolescent and adult participants about negative and harmful norms affecting society, as well as solutions to ameliorate them.
As a member of the committee, I helped create a state priority action plan to end violence against children in Gombe state, coordinated by UNCEF.
Served on a committee in Gombe state to pass the Child Rights Act into law.
Interests
Research
Sport
Timeline
Assistant field manager
New Incentives-All Babies are Equal (NI-ABAE)
04.2023 - 05.2026
Assistant child Protection Officer
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
01.2022 - 01.2023
Volunteer Services Officer
Save the Children International
04.2017 - 08.2020
Education in Emergency M&E Officer
Education Crises Response (ECR)-USAID
01.2016 - 01.2017
M&E/Behavioral Maintainer Officer
Society For Family Health
01.2015 - 12.2015
M&E Volunteer
Institute Of Human Virology in Nigeria (IHVN) Global project Round 9 implemented by Kishimi shelter