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ABDUL RAFIU HARUNA
RESEAERCH AND GRADUATE ASSITANT
Springfield,Missouri
Summary
I am a young man with a burning desire to impart lives and contribute significantly to social change. Throughout my journey in education, I have volunteered for services that are geared toward making society a better place for all regardless of status, color and creed. I intend to pursue a career international affairs with a specialization in diplomacy. This vision is inspired by my regard for soft power and the need to silence the guns and resort to diplomatic tools such as integration, negotiations and cooperation in the affairs of the world.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Graduate and Research Assistant
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
08.2023 - Current
- I assist three professors in their research work on global issues.
- I organize conferences and public lectures in International Affairs for students.
- I write research papers for the International Affairs department every week.
- I review the work of students and assist them in academic writing.
- I train students in public speaking and debating.
Research Assistant
University Of Ghana Center For Diplomacy
Accra
01.2022 - 07.2023
- I conduct literature review for my supervising professor.
- I assist in data collection on the field.
- I analyze data using SPSS.
- I organize weekly seminars and public lectures at the center for diplomacy and international affairs.
- I moderate weekly seminars and public lectures at the center for diplomacy and [public affairs.
Teaching Assistant
University Of Ghana Political Science Department
Accra , Ghana
05.2021 - 05.2022
- I organize and teach in undergraduate tutorials.
- I assisted the department's research works.
- I worked as an invigilation officer during exam
- I mark and grade students
- I headed the public relations committee of the department od political science.
- I worked as an administrative assistance at the general office.
Field Enumerator
Ghana Population and Housing Census
ACCRA , GHANA
07.2021 - 09.2021
- I gathered data in assigned communities in the Bole-Bamboi District of the Savannah Region of Ghana.
- I led a team of researchers to analyze the date collected for the savannah region of Ghana.
- I presented a comprehensive report to the Ghana Statistical Service on the population of my assigned region.
Transcription Officer
Institute Of Statistical, Social And Economic Research
Accra, Ghana
12.2019 - 01.2021
- I was contracted as a transcription officer to translate the research data on charcoal production from the Gonja dialect to English.
- I wrote a comprehensive report on the audios I transcribed to give the government a sense of direction in the fight against charcoal burning.
- I helped the government to develop a policy framework to clamp down the activities of charcoal burners in the northern part of Ghana.
Bole Senior
High School Savannah Region
Bole , Ghana
01.2018 - 01.2019
- I taught, prepared lesson notes, marked and graded scripts in the following subjects: Government, English Language and History.
- I chaired the guidance and counseling committee to assist students with special need.
- I was the trainer of the debating club.
Education
Master of Arts - International Affairs
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO 08.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with Archeology
University of Ghana
Ghana 09.2017 - 05.2021
West Africa Education Certificate - General Arts
Bole Senior High School
Ghana 05.2013 - 07.2016
Basic Education Certificate - General Studies
Bole Methodist Junior High School
Ghana 05.2011 - 01.2013
Skills
Proficient in English speaking
Proficient in Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS), Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Presentation I also have research and analytical skills, planning and communication skills, and I am a productive team playerProficient in Writing
Research and analytical skills
Persuasive and Communication skills
Emotional intelligence skills
Conflict management skills
Proficient in Microsoft word and excell
Research and documentation
Research and data management
Research and reporting
Research and data collection
Research and reports generation
Affiliations
- I am affiliated to the university of Ghana center for diplomacy and International relations. A reputable research institute that have conducted a wide range of researches in global issues.
- I am affiliated hto the forum for accountable Ghana. A policy think thank that is dedicated to making sure public institutions are accountable to the people. I served as the public relations officer for two years.
- I am affiliated to the Obaasima Foundation. A foundation that is passionate about women empowerment and social justice. We have succeeded in shaping policies that borders on women issues. Our recent initiative is the removal of taxes on sanitary pads.
- I am affiliated to the Missouri State University International programs and graduate student senate.
Interests
Writing
Playing soccer
Cooking
Watching movies
Public speaking
Skating
Work Availability
monday
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Graduate and Research Assistant
Missouri State University
08.2023 - Current
Master of Arts - International Affairs
Missouri State University
08.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
University Of Ghana Center For Diplomacy
01.2022 - 07.2023
Field Enumerator
Ghana Population and Housing Census
07.2021 - 09.2021
Teaching Assistant
University Of Ghana Political Science Department
05.2021 - 05.2022
Transcription Officer
Institute Of Statistical, Social And Economic Research
12.2019 - 01.2021
Bole Senior
High School Savannah Region
01.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science with Archeology
University of Ghana
09.2017 - 05.2021
West Africa Education Certificate - General Arts
Bole Senior High School
05.2013 - 07.2016
Basic Education Certificate - General Studies
Bole Methodist Junior High School
05.2011 - 01.2013