ROSELINE OGWUCHE
London,Greater London
Summary
A very diligent and passionate human rights activist, anti-corruption and climate justice advocate. Well-learned in international and humanitarian law, advocacy, diplomacy, and project management. A highly enthusiastic result-oriented professional, skilled in delivering strategic initiatives and able to align workplace culture with the organization's mission and values.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Deputy Coordinator
African Front
Hybrid, Hybrid
2024.02 - 2025.04
- Assisted in coordinating and administering the WYCJ African Front
- Planned and Implemented campaign projects in collaboration with other fronts.
- Represented the African front as Steering Committee member to deliberate and develop strategies for achieving the organization's goals and objectives.
- Monitored the status of different national campaigns, and helped national campaigns support each other and keep channels of open communication.
- Ensured effective engagement with campaigners, stakeholders, CSO's and partners in the continent of Africa.
Research Intern
Transparency International Defence & Security
London, Greater London
2024.09 - 2024.12
- Conducted extensive and quality research on defence sector corruption in over ten countries which contributed substantially to the report “Corruption as a threat to peace and security”.
- Researched case examples of defence sector corruption in these countries and its implications peace and security.
- Analysed the security and anti-corruption policies of over 20 countries to ascertain the country's awareness and action to corruption in the defence sector.
- Analysed different forms of data, including studying trends, comparing numbers, connecting events, making predictions and derivative conclusions.
- Synthesised research findings into cohesive, well-structured reports and recommendations.
- Participated in regular team meetings; shared progress updates and received constructive feedback.
Trainee
United Nations Institute for Training & Research
Geneva, Geneva
2023.03 - 2023.08
- Assisted in project management of tailor-made activities with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other Government officials.
- Supported in coordination of Master Programmes with partner Universities and tailor-made activities, including preparation of training materials, and coordination of logistics before, during, and after training.
- Assisted subject matter experts with development of participatory training activities.
- Conducted research and drafted project proposals for further collaborations.
Communications manager
Lady Dynamique Network
FCT , Abuja
2022.11 - 2023.02
- Devised and executed an aligned communication strategy across platforms.
- Managed daily operations of the communications department.
- Developed and implemented social media plans and other outreach mechanisms.
- Attended regular networking events to broaden the scope of key contacts and increase brand awareness and reputation
Team lead
Africa Blue Economy Alliance
FCT, Abuja
2021.03 - 2023.03
- Designed and implemented ocean literacy Programmes in riverine communities in Nigeria.
- Promoted the organization's values, and vision, and ensured full team adherence and investment.
- Supported team to overcome new challenges by forecasting knowledge and skills gaps.
- Provided leadership and direction for team members, supervised activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
- Established guidelines for team operations, resulting in improved efficiency.
Counsel in Chambers
J.K Gadzama LLP
FCT, Abuja
2020.05 - 2022.12
- Represented clients at court hearings.
- Negotiated client settlements to limit costly court proceedings in legal disputes.
- Carried out background research and preparatory work to present established client cases.
- Performed due diligence across preliminary legal research.
- Interviewed clients and witnesses to corroborate case evidence.
- Gathered evidence from diverse sources to build robust client defences.
Litigation secretary/ Counsel
Solomon Umoh, SAN &CO
Jos
2018.12 - 2020.12
- Managed and kept records of cases and client files.
- Kept correspondence with clients and updated the case diary and cause list daily.
- Oversaw clerical tasks, such as sorting and sending mail, keeping an inventory of office supplies and ordering new materials as needed.
- Maintained updated case files, practice records and law libraries.
- Prepared letters, memoranda and drafted court documents.
- Handled comprehensive diary, meeting and travel coordination for partners and staff
Volunteer
Ministry of Women Affairs & Social Development
Lokoja, Kogi State
2018.09 - 2018.12
- Assisted the legal department with research and preparing court documents, including letters, adoption documents and hearing notices.
- Fact finding and recommendations on cases of domestic violence, child abuse, women empowerment, and social amenities.
- Assisted in developing strategies for social welfare.
Education
Master of Science - Human Rights & Diplomacy
University of Stirling
Stirling 2024.01 - 2025.01
LL.B Hons - Law
Benue State University
Nigeria 2011.02 - 2016.02
BL - Law
Nigerian Law School
Enugu Nigeria 2017.10 - 2018.08
Skills
- Information synthesis
- Ethical judgement
- Excellent written communication
- Team work
- Effective networking
- Dispute resolution strategy
- Complex problem analysis
- Diplomacy
- Attention To Detail
- Project Management
- Administration
- Conducting Research
- Progress Reports
- Monitoring
- Managing Budgets
Certification
Project Management Certificate - University of Washington
Illicit Financial Flows Certificate - University of Nairobi
Cosmopolitan Communication - United Nations Institute for Training & Research
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research Intern
Transparency International Defence & Security
2024.09 - 2024.12
Deputy Coordinator
African Front
2024.02 - 2025.04
Master of Science - Human Rights & Diplomacy
University of Stirling
2024.01 - 2025.01
Trainee
United Nations Institute for Training & Research
2023.03 - 2023.08
Communications manager
Lady Dynamique Network
2022.11 - 2023.02
Team lead
Africa Blue Economy Alliance
2021.03 - 2023.03
Counsel in Chambers
J.K Gadzama LLP
2020.05 - 2022.12
Litigation secretary/ Counsel
Solomon Umoh, SAN &CO
2018.12 - 2020.12
Volunteer
Ministry of Women Affairs & Social Development
2018.09 - 2018.12
BL - Law
Nigerian Law School
2017.10 - 2018.08
LL.B Hons - Law
Benue State University
2011.02 - 2016.02