Igho Ekakitie
Summary
A result-oriented professional with over 5 years of experience in covering external and internal communications, managing administrative teams and delegating tasks to accomplish operational goals, fund raising, managing projects and advocacy works in a collaborative global work environment. Skilled at leveraging organized approaches to overseeing all stages of initiatives, building positives relationships and promoting products with forward thinking approaches. International relations specialist with experience in human rights operational management and logistics, advocacy, policy analysis, engaging with multiple diverse constituencies, communicating using traditional and digital mediums, and managing data.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Administrative Assistant Manager
Webster University (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion)
Saint Louis, MO
04.2022 - Current
- Provide administrative support to senior management, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, and drafting correspondence.
- Maintain electronic and hardcopy filing systems, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
- Assist in the organization of workshops, conferences, and other events, including logistics, travel arrangements, and preparation of materials.
- Drive the agenda of the DEI office to increase staff and student engagement and make the university a safe place for everyone.
- Analyze internal and external workforce data and trends to recommend enhancements to the university's culture and working environment including flexibility programs and practices for staff and students.
- Plan and organize monthly fundraising events for Webster University.
- Coordinate the preparation of reports and presentations, including data gathering, formatting, and proofreading.
- Respond to inquiries and requests for information from internal and external stakeholders.
Regional Representative
United Nations Association Of The United States Of America
Washington, DC
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Served in an advisory capacity to the Executive Director and the national office on matters of concern to the Chapters, Divisions, Regions, and members.
- Promoted UNA-USA membership, advocacy, and educational programs and campaigns.
- Organized advocacy events with members of Congress to help fund the United Nations and its agencies.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of program's and projects in accordance with the organization's goals and objectives.
- Provided administrative and logistical support to project teams, including organizing meetings, drafting documents, and preparing reports.
- Maintained project files and databases and ensure accurate and up-to-date information.
- Liaised with internal and external partners to coordinate project activities and resolve issues.
- Contributed to the preparation of budgets and monitoring of project expenditures.
Advocacy and Development Specialist
United Nations Association Saint Louis Chapter
Saint Louis, MO
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Obtained, organized and developed training procedure manuals, guides and course materials.
- Identified training needs and developed content while evaluating existing programs.
- Administered government-supported community development programs and promoted department programs and services.
- Assessed training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups and consultation with managers.
- Promoted UNA-USA membership, advocacy, and educational programs and campaigns raising $50,000 for STL chapters for UN day celebration.
- Organized advocacy events with members of Missouri Congress to pass bills that reflect positively on the UN SDGs.
- Wrote detailed reports explaining policy actions and impacts on partnering with United Nations (UN) Women, USAID, United Nations Association (UNA) Women.
Education
Master of Arts - International Relations
Webster University
St Louis, MO12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Webster University
St Louis, MO05.2022
Associate of Arts - Global Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MO12.2019
Skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Familiarity with project management tools such as Asana, Trello, or Jira
- Social Media Strategy
- Digital Marketing Strategy
- Public and Media Relations
- Public Speaking
- Conflict Resolution
- Advocacy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Grassroots Organizer
Certification
- Certified Scrum Master, Scrum.org
- Graduate Certificate in Project Management, Webster University – St Louis, MO
- Associate Certificate in Biological Clinical Sciences, Ozarks Technical Community College - Springfield, MO
- Certificate of Achievement, UNA-USA/World Food Programme - Washington, DC
- Stewards of Children issued by Envision Experience - New York
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Urhobo
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Administrative Assistant Manager
Webster University (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion)
04.2022 - Current
Regional Representative
United Nations Association Of The United States Of America
02.2020 - 02.2022
Advocacy and Development Specialist
United Nations Association Saint Louis Chapter
01.2017 - 05.2020
Master of Arts - International Relations
Webster University
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Webster University
Associate of Arts - Global Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College
- Certified Scrum Master, Scrum.org
- Graduate Certificate in Project Management, Webster University – St Louis, MO
- Associate Certificate in Biological Clinical Sciences, Ozarks Technical Community College - Springfield, MO
- Certificate of Achievement, UNA-USA/World Food Programme - Washington, DC
- Stewards of Children issued by Envision Experience - New York
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