Tijan Bah
Graduate Research Assistant
Athens
Summary
A dedicated service professional with strong background in coordinating and managing service operations. Known for driving efficiency and enhancing customer experiences while fostering collaborative team environment. Reliable and adaptable, equipped with key skills in communication and organization.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Examination Advisor
VICTVS
07.2023
- Facilitated examination processes for the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply at the Management Development Institute, Gambia.
Support Staff
Envision World Strides
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Providing logistical assistance, managing student welfare, facilitating communication, and generally supporting the program leaders, while prioritizing student safety and well-being throughout the program
National Early Warning Systems (NEWS) Manager
West African Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP - The Gambia)
03.2021 - 06.2023
- I conduct research and produce daily situation reports, weekly and monthly bulletins for conflict early warning.
- Production of policy briefs and security context papers.
- Administrative support in production, reporting of program progress and budgeting.
Youth Residential Service Coordinator
West African Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP - The Gambia)
02.2021 - 02.2021
- I coordinated and led a 10-day residential youth service training for 25 youths from 5 regions in the Gambia to facilitate an all-inclusive platform for youth participation in peacebuilding, mediation, conflict prevention, and entrepreneurship skills development in the Gambia.
Country Coordinator
The Orphan Empowerment Society (TOES)
01.2018 - 06.2020
- I established the first chapter of TOES in Gambia, recruited over a hundred volunteers, and implemented the Orphan Lifeline Program to support two major orphanages through life skills acquisition for teenage orphans.
Youth Ambassador
The International Centre for Transitional Justice (ICTJ)
12.2018 - 02.2020
- I led a group of activists in a country-wide caravan reaching 20 communities to educate on transitional justice post-2017 regime change, and to encourage youth participation in Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) hearings.
Mentor/Trainer
The Upright Mentorship Academy
01.2020 - 01.2020
- I mentored 30 high school students on career development and leadership.
Life Skills Trainer
Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI)
09.2018 - 09.2018
- I conducted a life skills training project for teenagers at the SOS Children’s village.
Education
Master of Arts - International Development Studies
Ohio University
Athens, Ohio05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of The Gambia (UTG)
Certificate - Leadership
Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON)
06.2018 - 07.2018
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Workspace
Relationship building
Multitasking Abilities
Staff supervision
Social Media Platforms
Presentations and public speaking
Client engagement
Relationship development
Research
Career planning
Problem-solving
Adaptability
Interests
Literature and Poetry
Soccer
Culinary Arts
Stand-up Comedy
Travel
Leadership Experience
- West African Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP - The Gambia), Mansakonko, The Gambia, Youth Residential Service Coordinator, 02/15, 02/25, Coordinated and led a 10-day residential youth service training for 25 youths
- The Orphan Empowerment Society (TOES), Banjul, The Gambia, Country Coordinator, 01/18, 06/20, Established the first chapter of TOES in Gambia, Recruited over a hundred volunteers, Implemented the Orphan Lifeline Program
- The International Centre for Transitional Justice (ICTJ), Banjul, The Gambia, Youth Ambassador, 12/18, 02/20, Led a group of activists in a country-wide caravan, Educated on transitional justice post-2017 regime change
Timeline
Examination Advisor
VICTVS
07.2023
Support Staff
Envision World Strides
06.2023 - 07.2024
National Early Warning Systems (NEWS) Manager
West African Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP - The Gambia)
03.2021 - 06.2023
Youth Residential Service Coordinator
West African Network for Peacebuilding (WANEP - The Gambia)
02.2021 - 02.2021
Mentor/Trainer
The Upright Mentorship Academy
01.2020 - 01.2020
Youth Ambassador
The International Centre for Transitional Justice (ICTJ)
12.2018 - 02.2020
Life Skills Trainer
Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI)
09.2018 - 09.2018
Certificate - Leadership
Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON)
06.2018 - 07.2018
Country Coordinator
The Orphan Empowerment Society (TOES)
01.2018 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
University of The Gambia (UTG)
Master of Arts - International Development Studies
Ohio University
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