GARUBA Ocheche Samuel

Highly Motivated Researcher & Environmental Advocate

Abuja, NG.

About

Highly motivated researcher and environmental advocate with a proven track record in driving sustainable development and community impact. Leverages strong project management, content creation, and communication skills to lead impactful programs, mobilize critical resources, and consistently achieve positive social and environmental outcomes. Expert in environmental education, human rights advocacy, and community engagement, positioning organizations for growth and enhanced visibility.

Work

Deluxe Office Machines

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Computer Instructor and Administrator

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

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Summary

Designed and delivered technical training programs while managing digital infrastructure, network security, and system maintenance. Empowered users with essential digital skills, managed technology assets, and ensured optimal system uptime.

Africa Clean Up Initiative

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FCT Coordinator/Team Lead

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

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Summary

Led environmental sanitation, humanitarian aid, and community engagement programs across the FCT, driving sustainable development and providing critical support for vulnerable populations.

Highlights

Coordinated 20+ monthly community environmental sanitation initiatives, engaging over 500 local participants and significantly improving public health outcomes across 15 communities in the FCT.

Managed comprehensive humanitarian aid operations, facilitating the donation of food and relief materials to 300+ IDPs and vulnerable children, directly impacting camp welfare and stability.

Developed and facilitated 10+ workshops, meetings, and conferences on critical environmental issues, engaging 1,000+ host community members and raising awareness for sustainable practices.

Recruited and managed a team of 50+ program participants, members, and volunteers, expanding outreach and operational capacity by 40% for various initiatives.

Educated 20+ rural communities on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) practices, significantly enhancing public health knowledge and adoption rates by an estimated 25%.

Reading Culture Advocacy Initiative

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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 across schools.

Highlights

Assisted the Programme Manager in coordinating 10+ educational campaigns, ensuring efficient execution of advocacy initiatives that reached over 5,000 students across the FCT.

Authored and submitted 5+ online proposals, successfully contributing to resource acquisition for various educational and community programs.

Mobilized and managed 30+ volunteers for campaign and sensitization programs in 15+ schools, expanding reach and impact across educational institutions by 20%.

Prepared detailed reports on program activities and outcomes, providing essential data that informed strategic planning and enhanced stakeholder communication for future initiatives.

Volunteer

Head of Media & Partnership

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Initiative for Integrity Development International

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Led media relations and partnership development, significantly enhancing organizational visibility and engagement through strategic communications and outreach.

Highlights

Cultivated and maintained relationships with 15+ strategic partners and sponsors, securing vital support and resources for organizational initiatives.

Developed and disseminated comprehensive communications and promotional literature, including newsletters, brochures, and flyers, effectively reaching over 10,000 target audiences.

Coordinated 50+ radio, TV, and online media programs, significantly increasing public awareness and engagement with organizational activities by 30%.

Managed interactions with 10+ media houses, ensuring positive coverage and promoting events and activities, resulting in enhanced public perception.

Volunteer

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Health of Mother Earth Foundation

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Advocated for environmental biosafety and contributed to eco-awareness initiatives through consistent content creation and community engagement as a HOMEF Eco Instigator.

Highlights

Contributed monthly as a HOMEF Eco Instigator, actively promoting environmental awareness and sustainable practices to a broad online and local audience.

Authored 20+ poems and creative content pieces, successfully raising awareness about critical environmental issues and inspiring community action.

Actively advocated for environmental biosafety, contributing to public discourse and policy discussions on ecological preservation through articles and presentations.

Content Developer

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Unveiling and Rebranding Nigeria Initiative

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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 5+ successful grant proposals, effectively securing funding opportunities and communicating organizational messages.

Authored 10+ comprehensive reports, providing critical insights for project evaluation and strategic decision-making processes.

Coordinated monitoring and evaluation activities for 8+ successful projects and events, ensuring accountability and demonstrating measurable impact.

Served as Research Committee Coordinator and Vetting Committee member, contributing to strategic oversight and quality assurance processes for national initiatives.

Head of ICT

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Shacks and Slum Dwellers Association

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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 for over 50 assets, ensuring optimal resource allocation and utilization.

Coordinated 10+ comprehensive training programs for 100+ staff, enhancing technical capabilities by 25% and promoting efficient use of digital tools.

Managed social media presence and bulk SMS communications, significantly improving outreach and stakeholder engagement by 30% across various platforms.

Developed and enforced robust guidelines and policies for online security, passwords, backup procedures, and anti-virus solutions, safeguarding organizational data and preventing security incidents.

Authored 3+ proposals for executive training and partnerships with MDAs, contributing to strategic collaborations and capacity building initiatives.

Education

University of Abuja

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
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B.Sc (Ed) Environmental Education

Makeke Secondary School

Akoko-Edo, Edo, Nigeria
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National Examination Council (NECO) Secondary Education

Staff Comprehensive Secondary School

Ajaokuta, Kogi, Nigeria
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Senior Secondary School Certificate Examinations ('O' Levels) / West African Examination Council (WAEC) Secondary Education

ASCL Staff Primary School

Ajaokuta, Kogi, Nigeria
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First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) Primary Education

Awards

Graduate Internship Employability Training Certificate

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

AiMP

Certificate for participation in the Change Agent Academy, Class 002.

Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Certificates

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

HEDA Resource Center

Certificate for public presentation of expert analysis on OPL 245 deal and high-level training participation.

The Next Economy Employability Certificate

The Next Economy

Certificate recognizing completion of an employability program.

STEM Teachers Training Certificate

WAAW Foundation & AWALE Academy

Certificate for training in STEM education for teachers.

Social Media for Advocacy for CSOs in the North Central

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

Digital Bridge Institute, Abuja

Certificate demonstrating core competencies for employability in the service sector.

Languages

English

Certificates

Web Development

BRIX Academy

Diploma in Computer Information Mgt & System Maintenance

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.

Urban Rural Environmental Defenders

Project Director, Environmental Protection.

Youth Observatory, Internet Society

Global Member, Internet Governance, Youth Advocacy.

Health of Mother Earth Foundation (HOMEF)

Fellow, Environmental Advocacy.

Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD)

Member, IT Development.