Chiefson Nwaiwu
Irvington,NJ
Summary
Experienced advocacy professional prepared for impactful roles. Proven track record in driving policy change and community engagement. Strong focus on team collaboration, achieving results, and adapting to evolving needs. Skilled in public speaking, strategic planning, and stakeholder relations. Known for reliability and effective problem-solving abilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Advocacy Coordinator Volunteer
NotTooYoungToRun Campaign
02.2017 - Current
- Developed advocacy strategies to engage diverse youth communities and amplify their voices in political discourse.
- Coordinated outreach programs to educate young voters about civic engagement and electoral processes.
- Managed social media campaigns to increase awareness of youth-led initiatives and mobilize grassroots support.
- Collaborated with partner organizations to create training materials for youth advocates on effective communication techniques.
- Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders through regular communication and collaboration efforts.
- Delivered presentations to educate the public on relevant policy issues affecting their communities.
- Organized workshops and events that fostered dialogue between young activists and policymakers, facilitating mutual understanding.
Director
Arthur Darby Foundation International
02.2022 - 09.2025
- Developed and implemented strategic initiatives to enhance organizational impact and community engagement.
- Oversaw program management processes, ensuring alignment with foundation goals and stakeholder expectations.
- Cultivated partnerships with local organizations to expand outreach and resource sharing opportunities.
- Led team in evaluating program outcomes, driving continuous improvement based on feedback and analysis.
- Directed grant application processes, enhancing funding acquisition strategies for sustainable project development.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions to empower staff and stakeholders in mission-driven activities.
- Managed budget allocations, optimizing resource distribution across various programs and initiatives.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
Camp Counselor
Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Supervised daily camp activities, ensuring safety and engagement for all participants.
- Developed and implemented creative programming to enhance campers' learning experiences.
- Mentored junior counselors, fostering teamwork and effective communication skills.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
Volunteer
Promotion of Better Society
01.2010 - 02.2012
- Organized community events to enhance volunteer engagement and participation.
- Developed training materials to onboard new volunteers effectively.
- Coordinated logistics for fundraising activities, ensuring smooth execution.
- Facilitated workshops to promote skill development among volunteers.
- Engaged in tree planting activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Civil And Environmental Engineering
Rivers State University
Port Harcourt 10-2013
Skills
- Nonprofit experience
- Policy analysis
- Volunteer management
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
- Partnership building
- Campaign development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Stakeholder engagement
Accomplishments
-2019 British Award for African Development (BRAAD) Community and Social Development Category. Leading the NotTooYoungToRun campaign, which inspired similar youth-democracy campaigns across the world and increased awareness about the importance of youth involvement in governance.
- 2010 Rivers State Child Right Advancement Award.
lead the successful implantation of the Rivers state child right act, which helps to protect the wellbeing of the Nigerian child.
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck
06.2024 - 09.2024
Director
Arthur Darby Foundation International
02.2022 - 09.2025
Advocacy Coordinator Volunteer
NotTooYoungToRun Campaign
02.2017 - Current
Volunteer
Promotion of Better Society
01.2010 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Civil And Environmental Engineering
Rivers State University