Lilian Onovo-Ani
New Rochelle,NY
Summary
A Detail-oriented Professional with exceptional organizational and project coordination skills, adept at analyzing information to tailor results to stakeholder needs. Proven track record of enhancing project efficiency, streamlining processes, and boosting stakeholder satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving strategies. Seeking opportunities within a dynamic organization to leverage expertise in delivering impactful solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Specialist /Project Analyst
United Nations Development Programme - RBA
New York, NY
03.2023 - Current
- Managed high-level strategic stakeholder engagements, and organized workshops and discussions to share knowledge and deepen insights about development practices with senior government officials, industry giants, and public and private sector partners.
- Facilitated problem-solving opportunities and brainstorming sessions for the Timbuktoo initiative—a one billion dollar initiative that is set to revolutionize the startup and innovation ecosystem by investing in the African innovation ecosystem through its thematic vertical solutions.
- High-value representation of the organization at various events related to Africa's development, sustainable innovations, and economic growth.
- Promote and ensure robust visibility of the organization in critical stakeholder engagements.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Strengthen support received from external partners through collaborations with other UN agencies, such as UNICEF, WHO, UNCDF, UNV, and other departments, to ensure the successful implementation of the Timbuktoo initiatives.
- Championed the appropriation and advocacy for women's participation in political and executive leadership spaces, as it helps to transform the gender parity gap towards positive gender retention.
- Led the execution of the timbuktoo initiative to establish office spaces in Rwanda under the direction of the program coordinator.
- Managed logistics and project planning on high level events from conception to the final stages, ensuring deadlines were met on time.
- Developed and implemented innovative strategies to increase efficiency in the workflow process through integrative collaboration and effective coordination.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Participated actively in discussions and high-level stakeholder engagements that are driving regional initiatives or projects across multiple countries, including Rwanda, Zambia, Kenya, and Nigeria.
- Assisted in developing budgets for regional initiatives while monitoring spending against available funds.
- Coordinated with country office teams to ensure the successful implementation of regional business objectives. Working closely with cross-functional units to ensure the achievement of goals.
Nutrition Advisor/Officer
FCT Primary Health Care Board
Abuja, Nigeria
07.2019 - 02.2023
- As a nutrition Advisor, I implemented a well tailored support module for providing health advice and promoting a healthy diet among targeted groups (under-5 children, women of reproductive age, nursing mothers), educating health professionals, and the public about nutrition and diet intake.
- Collaborated with organized groups to conduct outreaches aimed at delivering an integrated package of cost-effective, high-impact preventive and curative health interventions, including Routine Immunization, Vitamin A Supplementation, Sulfadoxine Pyrimethamine (SP) for pregnant mothers, iron folate supplementation for pregnant women, deworming of children, screening for malnutrition using MUAC, and providing them with RUTF, birth registration, HIV Testing Services (HTS), health promotion on key household health practices for improved lifestyle, focused antenatal care, and newborn care, among others.
- Created new recipes based on organic, local food sources and promoted low-fat and low-sodium diets.
- Developed and oversaw preparation of specialized diets.
- Participated in community outreach activities such as Health Awareness Week, Maternal and Child Health Campaign, Breastfeeding Week, and Adolescent Health Campaigns in both rural and urban settlements across the state.
- Counseled pregnant women on nutritional requirements, suggestions for healthy diets, and the length of infant feeding practices for healthy babies.
Research Assistant (N.Y.S.C)
National Biotechnology Development Agency
Abuja, Nigeria
04.2018 - 03.2019
- As a research assistant, I was responsible for the training of undergraduate students and interns on bioinformatics applications, and the use of Ensemble tools for churning data related to molecular sequences.
- Extensive research on current findings relating to genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics.
- Also, the effective management of the molecular laboratory.
- I was awarded a letter of recognition as a trainer in bioinformatics by the H3ABioNet consortium.
Vice President Outgoing Exchange (OGV/X)
AIESEC NIGERIA
Minna, Nigeria
04.2016 - 10.2017
- Promote the vision of AIESEC among the global youth communities were amongst the core responsibilities of an AIESEC ER
- I was actively involved with educating and encouraging members to sign up for leadership and social skill development training and also be a leading voice in institutionalizing positive outcome amongst groups
- Achievements: Increased membership of AIESECERS within the region
Education
Master of Arts - International Development
Ahmadu Bello University
Kaduna, Nigeria08-2024
Bachelor of Technology - Microbiology
Federal University of Technology
Minna, Niger State, Nigeria10.2017
WAEC -
Queen's Comprehensive Secondary School
Enugu, Nigeria07.2011
High School Diploma -
Federal Government Girls College
Benin-City, Edo State - Nigeria07-2009
FSLC -
Victory Private School
Benin-City, Edo state, Nigeria06.2002
Skills
- Data collection
- Presentation research
- Time management
- Microsoft 365 proficiency
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Goal-oriented
- Problem solving
- Cross-functional team work / leadership
- Organizational development
- Project execution coordination
- Cross-border coordination, collaboration
- Stakeholder engagement capacity
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
Train the Trainer Certification on Bioinformatics at H3abionet
Project Management Professional Certificate
Health, Safety, and Environment, Level 1 and 2
Vitamin A Supplementation Certificate of Practice
References
- Prof. Nashiru Oyekanmi, Director, NABDA - oyekan.nash@gmail.com
- Dr. Bala Jeremiah, Senior Lecturer/Supervisor, Federal University of Technology, Minna, jerrybrown316@yahoo.com
- Dr. Joy Kategekwa, Director Regional Integration Coordination Office, AfDB.
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Traveling
- Quad Biking
Languages
- English
- Ibo
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Nigerian
- Marital Status: Single
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Ibo
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Timeline
Regional Specialist /Project Analyst
United Nations Development Programme - RBA
03.2023 - Current
Nutrition Advisor/Officer
FCT Primary Health Care Board
07.2019 - 02.2023
Research Assistant (N.Y.S.C)
National Biotechnology Development Agency
04.2018 - 03.2019
Vice President Outgoing Exchange (OGV/X)
AIESEC NIGERIA
04.2016 - 10.2017
Master of Arts - International Development
Ahmadu Bello University
Bachelor of Technology - Microbiology
Federal University of Technology
WAEC -
Queen's Comprehensive Secondary School
High School Diploma -
Federal Government Girls College
FSLC -
Victory Private School
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