BLESSING NWANKWO

Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist | Digital Content Creator | Project Coordinator
Ikorodu, NG.

About

Dynamic professional with a proven track record in comprehensive research, data analysis, and strategic content creation, adept at driving engagement and informing critical decisions. Expertly coordinates complex projects, manages diverse stakeholders, and leads volunteer teams to achieve measurable outcomes. Combines strong analytical capabilities with creative communication skills and meticulous administrative support to deliver high-impact results across various initiatives.

Work

Self-Employed
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Graphics Designer, Video and Story Content Creator

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Strategically managed and grew personal brands across digital platforms, leveraging design, video production, and storytelling to significantly increase audience engagement and monetization.

Highlights

Strategically managed personal brands focused on family and lifestyle content, ensuring consistency and alignment with brand objectives across multiple digital platforms.

Designed visually appealing social media posts using Canva and Adobe Photoshop, incorporating branding elements to enhance engagement and reach.

Crafted compelling narratives and stories for social media platforms, leveraging storytelling techniques to drive audience interaction and community engagement.

Produced and edited engaging videos using CapCut, optimizing content for various social media channels to enhance viewer engagement and retention.

Achieved exceptional consistency and creativity on TikTok, garnering over 75,000 likes and cultivating 4,000+ followers through innovative content strategies and engaging storytelling.

Successfully monetized content on Facebook, establishing a revenue stream through platform engagement and audience growth.

Jobberman Nigeria
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Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Associate

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Led comprehensive monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning initiatives, driving data-driven insights and coordinating project execution to inform strategic decision-making for workforce development programs.

Highlights

Conducted comprehensive research activities, including literature reviews, diverse data collection methodologies, and focused group discussions, to gather critical insights for program development.

Developed and presented research proposals to key stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives, methodologies, and anticipated outcomes to secure buy-in.

Managed the meticulous data entry of thousands of trainee records into online databases, ensuring high accuracy and confidentiality for critical program data.

Oversaw and coordinated a team of 15+ volunteers, providing guidance and support to ensure project milestones were consistently met on schedule.

Spearheaded end-to-end data collection efforts, meticulously analyzing findings and preparing insightful reports that directly informed strategic decision-making.

Orchestrated complex project logistics and timelines, liaising with diverse stakeholders to ensure seamless coordination and successful achievement of program goals.

Planned and executed monthly catch-up meetings for volunteers, fostering a collaborative environment and proactively addressing ongoing project developments and volunteer needs.

Tadeola Foundation
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Personal Assistant

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Provided comprehensive administrative and logistical support for a non-profit organization, expertly coordinating community outreach programs and managing financial documentation.

Highlights

Planned, supervised, and successfully executed multiple orphanage outreaches, ensuring effective resource allocation and impactful community engagement.

Skillfully managed all administrative responsibilities associated with organizing outreaches, optimizing logistical workflows and stakeholder communications.

Documented comprehensive financial reports for outreach initiatives, ensuring transparency and accountability for all expenditures and donor funds.

Volunteer

Botnar Foundation/Cartedo/RLab
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Volunteer

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Challenged individuals to reduce plastic use by providing alternatives, contributing to environmental health initiatives and promoting sustainable practices.

Highlights

Engaged the community to promote reduced plastic usage, educating individuals on health and environmental benefits.

Provided practical alternatives to plastic, facilitating the adoption of more sustainable habits within the immediate environment.

Mind and Soul Helpers Initiative (MASHI)
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Volunteer

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Participated in a walk against suicide to create awareness for mental health, supporting MASHI's mission to help depressed individuals in society.

Highlights

Contributed to mental health awareness by participating in a walk against suicide, engaging with the community to provide support and information.

Supported MASHI's mission to address mental health challenges and combat suicide through active community involvement.

Education

University of Lagos, Nigeria
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

M.A

Literature in English

Languages

English

Skills

Research & Analysis

Data Collection, Data Analysis, Literature Review, Report Writing, Strategic Decision-Making, Monitoring & Evaluation, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research.

Project & Operations Management

Project Coordination, Logistics Management, Volunteer Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Administrative Support, Event Planning, Process Optimization.

Digital Content & Marketing

Content Creation, Graphic Design, Video Editing, Social Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Storytelling, Brand Management, Audience Engagement, TikTok Strategy, Facebook Monetization.

Software & Tools

Canva, Adobe Photoshop, CapCut, Microsoft Office Suite, Online Databases.

Communication & Interpersonal

Presentation Skills, Interpersonal Communication, Email Management, Collaborative Leadership, Resourcefulness, Emotional Intelligence.

References

Vincent Obia

Lecturer at Unilag | obiavincent@yahoo.com

Samuel Kuye Oladimeji

Teaching at Unilag SFS | s.kuyes@gmail.com

Esther Nwankwo

Access Bank staff | esthernwankwo196@gmail.com