OGEDENGBE TOLULOPE COMFORT

Senior Programme Officer
Akure, NG.

About

Highly accomplished Senior Programme Officer with over 12 years of progressive experience at the National Orientation Agency, Nigeria, driving social mobilization, sensitization, and public enlightenment initiatives. Proven expertise in developing and executing profound strategies that consistently achieve organizational goals, completing numerous high-impact programs ahead of schedule while maximizing resource utilization. Adept at fostering community engagement, empowering local initiatives, and contributing to significant positive social change through strategic social mobilization.

Work

National Orientation Agency
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Principal Programme Officer

Ondo state, Ondo, Nigeria

Summary

Led the development and implementation of comprehensive orientation, sensitization, and public enlightenment programs aligning with agency mandates to drive positive behavioral change and community engagement.

Highlights

Led the development and implementation of comprehensive orientation and public enlightenment programs addressing critical national issues (e.g., education, health, national unity), aligning with agency mandates to drive positive behavioral change across diverse communities.

Supervised and mentored programme staff, fostering teamwork and building capacity through targeted training initiatives, resulting in enhanced program delivery and goal attainment.

Developed and executed effective communication strategies and cultivated strong relationships with government agencies, civil society organizations, and community groups, mobilizing resources and ensuring successful program collaboration.

Strategically planned and coordinated numerous program activities, including advocacy events and interface sessions, deploying multi-media and ICT-driven social mobilization approaches to engage grassroots communities and maximize participation.

Managed budget estimates and optimized resource allocation, ensuring efficient program implementation and timely completion of initiatives while preparing detailed reports on progress and outcomes for strategic decision-making.

National Orientation Agency
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Senior Programme Officer

Ondo state, Ondo, Nigeria

Summary

Implemented and coordinated public enlightenment programs, developing effective communication strategies and mobilizing stakeholders to achieve positive attitudinal change.

Highlights

Successfully implemented various orientation, sensitization, and public enlightenment programs, contributing to increased community awareness and engagement in Ondo State.

Collaborated on developing and executing effective communication strategies, ensuring clear messaging and fostering positive attitudinal change among target audiences.

Facilitated stakeholder mobilization and coordination for program collaboration, enhancing resource leverage and expanding program reach.

Assisted in the coordination of numerous program activities, events, and meetings, ensuring smooth execution and adherence to timelines.

Managed the collection, entry, and analysis of program data, maintaining accurate records to support monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on program progress and outcomes.

National Orientation Agency
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Programme Officer I

Kwara state, Kwara, Nigeria

Summary

Developed feedback mechanisms, managed stakeholder communications, and oversaw administrative operations to support program effectiveness.

Highlights

Developed and implemented a bi-monthly pulse report system, enhancing feedback mechanisms and contributing to more responsive program adjustments.

Managed stakeholder communications, including drafting and sending correspondence, to foster strong relationships and facilitate collaborative initiatives.

Supported program effectiveness by collecting, recording, and analyzing program data, ensuring accurate reporting and data-driven insights.

Maintained comprehensive and accurate program records and files, ensuring data integrity and efficient information retrieval for ongoing operations.

Streamlined administrative operations by overseeing office supplies, equipment, and facilities, ensuring optimal resource availability for program support.

National Orientation Agency
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Programme Officer II

Osun state, Osun, Nigeria

Summary

Managed administrative functions, maintained records, and handled correspondence to ensure efficient departmental operations.

Highlights

Managed comprehensive administrative operations for the agency, including maintaining accurate records, files, and databases, ensuring efficient information management.

Streamlined communication workflows by handling all correspondence and emails, facilitating timely and effective internal and external interactions.

Implemented and enforced administrative policies and procedures, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and compliance across departments.

Provided critical administrative assistance to colleagues and management, ensuring seamless coordination of meetings, events, travel logistics, and documentation.

Oversaw the procurement and management of office supplies, equipment, and facilities, ensuring a well-resourced and functional work environment.

Education

Federal University of Technology, Akure
Akure, Ondo, Nigeria

Ph.D. (In view and almost completed)

Agricultural Extension & Communication Technology

University of Ilorin
Ilorin, Kwara, Nigeria

M.Sc.

Agricultural Extension & Rural Development

National Teachers Institute
Kaduna, Kaduna, Nigeria

Postgraduate Diploma

Education

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Ogbomosho, Oyo, Nigeria

Postgraduate Diploma

Customer Relationship Management

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology
Ogbomosho, Oyo, Nigeria

B.Tech (2nd Class Upper Division)

Agricultural Economics & Extension

Mothers Choice Nursery & Primary School
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

FSLC

First School Leaving Certificate

Publications

The Potentials of E-Extension for Sustainable Agricultural Development in Nigeria.

Published by

Proceedings of the Annual Conference of the Agricultural Extension Society of Nigeria. Federal University of Technology Akure, Nigeria

Summary

Co-authored a publication exploring the potential of e-extension services for fostering sustainable agricultural development in Nigeria, presented at the Annual Conference of the Agricultural Extension Society of Nigeria.

The Influence of Household Decision Making on Vegetable Farming among Rural Women in Kwara State.

Published by

International Journal of Agricultural Science, Research and Technology in Extension and Education Systems (IJASRT in EES)

Summary

Co-authored a publication analyzing the influence of household decision-making on vegetable farming practices among rural women in Kwara State, published in IJASRT in EES, 12(3), 159-165.

Post-Harvest Losses and Reduction Techniques in Crop Production: A Review.

Published by

International Journal of Agricultural Science, Research and Technology in Extension and Education Systems (IJASRT in EES)

Summary

Co-authored a review on post-harvest losses and effective reduction techniques in crop production, published in IJASRT in EES, 12(4), 225-233.

The role of soil seed bank in forest regeneration.

Published by

Asian J. Res. Agric. For

Summary

Co-authored a publication investigating the critical role of soil seed banks in facilitating forest regeneration, featured in Asian J. Res. Agric. For, 1(4), 1-10.

Languages

English

Skills

Communication & Outreach

Excellent writing, Research, Communication, Community mobilization, Stakeholders engagement, Report writing, Presentation skills, Public Enlightenment, Multi-media Strategy, ICT Deployment, Advocacy Programs.

Program Management

Leadership, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Project Coordination, Monitoring & Evaluation, Resource Maximization, Goal Attainment, Timeline Management.

Data & Administration

Data Analysis, Administrative Support, Policy Implementation, Record Keeping, Database Management, Correspondence Handling, Office Management, Budget Estimation.

Software Proficiency

Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel.