Business Development Specialist

ADETORO SOLOMON ADENIYI

NO **, FASHINA LAYOUT, ALOBA ESTATE, OROGUN, IBADAN, OYO STATE, NIGERIA

+234**********, +234**********

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CV PROFILE STATEMENT

I am a dedicated, reliable, and motivational professional with a strong commitment to service, possessing dynamic energy, ambition, and a results-driven mindset. As an agent specializing in community development, project development and international development, I bring a wealth of experience in collaborative efforts, coupled with a profound sense of accountability, to consistently deliver growth. My expertise lies in fostering high community engagement, utilizing advanced programming skills to drive community development and create lasting impact for organizations, communities, and individuals. My approach is characterized by professionalism, integrity, teamwork, and a keen judgment ability, ensuring successful outcomes in every endeavour.

SKILLS

Community and Resource Mobilization and Mapping for social and community development.

Project management, contract review, proposal drafting, facilitation, and teaching.

Training delivery, capacity building, project cycle management

Proficient in quantitative and qualitative research methods

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

Soft Skills: Communication, Leadership, Emotional intelligence, Active listening, Interpersonal communication, social skill.

Excellent report writing capabilities.

Highly proficient in local (Yoruba) as well as official English) languages as a means of communication.

EDUCATION

Master of Science: Social Works, Lagos State University, Lagos State, 2022

Bachelor of Science: B.Ed. Geography, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, 1996

TRAININGS

Training in Monitoring and Evaluation for Effective Project Management

Social Mobilization Strategies and Techniques Training

Community Development and Empowerment Training

Monitoring and Evaluation Capacity Building Workshop

Community Engagement and Development Training Program

Advanced Training in Monitoring and Evaluation Techniques

Training in Social Mobilization and Behaviour Change Communication

Training in Community Engagement Strategies for Sustainable Development

WORK HISTORY

AVE MARIA MULTIPURPOSE INVETMENT LIMITED JUNE 2024 –DATE

Position: General Manager

Responsibilities

Developing plans: Creating strategic plans for productivity and business goals, and communicating those goals to others.

Managing operations: Overseeing the company's overall operations, including hiring staff, managing budgets, and launching promotions.

Managing budgets: Developing and justifying budgets, and overseeing resource allocation.

Tracking performance: Assessing the performance of teams, and ensuring they meet their goals.

Researching and identifying growth opportunities.

Developing and implementing growth strategies

Enforcing policies: Ensuring that the company's policies, procedures, and processes are followed and that legal and administrative guideline are adhered to.

Delegating: Assigning roles and responsibilities to teams, and setting weekly performance goals

Maintaining relations: Fostering client and customer relations

Generating monthly reports to the Executive Director and quarterly to the board.

Other related works deem fit by the CEO or the Board

JUSTICE DEVELOPMENT AND PEACE MOVEMENT (JDPM-OYO) NOVEMBER 2022-MAY 2024

Position: Entrepreneurship Manager

Responsibilities:

Based on the main official requirement, as a trained and certified Cooperative secretary, I mobilized youth and women within the diocese, trained them and foster the formation of sustainable cooperative societies.

I trained and mobilized the students in the selected secondary school into formation of sustainable Young Farmers clubs.

As a dedicated member of the team, I played a crucial role in supporting the Program Director by actively participating in the planning and organization of entrepreneurship training programs for our farmers. This involved coordinating various aspects of the training sessions to ensure their effectiveness in empowering our agricultural community.

In addition to my contributions to farmer training, I took the initiative to independently organize and facilitate entrepreneurship training sessions specifically tailored for our dynamic group of young individuals. This hands-on approach aimed to empower our teaming youths with practical skills and knowledge, fostering a culture of innovation and self-reliance.

A key aspect of my responsibilities involved spearheading the development of new projects geared towards sustaining our entrepreneurship program. This entailed actively engaging in the conceptualization, planning, and documentation of these projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and donor requirements.

Furthermore, I played a pivotal role in supporting the organization's growth and capacity-building efforts to achieve project objectives. This included the preparation of comprehensive reports on ongoing projects, as mandated by donors and directed by the coordinator. My commitment to maintaining transparency and accountability was evident in the meticulous development of these reports.

Additionally, I served as an advisor to the Catholic Agricultural Development Initiative (CADI), leveraging my expertise to provide valuable insights and guidance in line with the organization's objectives.

In my capacity as a business development and entrepreneurship specialist, I actively sought new opportunities to expand the organization's financial base. This encompassed a diverse range of responsibilities, such as business startup initiatives, market forecasting, idea development, strategic planning, budgeting, financial analysis, sales and marketing, and overall managerial duties. Through these efforts, I contributed significantly to the sustainable growth and success of the organization.

ALF ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTER JULY 2020 – November 2022

Position: Entrepreneurship Centre Coordinator

Responsibilities:

As the overseer of the Centre’s operations and programs, I assumed a pivotal role in the planning and execution of diverse initiatives, including Entrepreneurship Development Training, ICT and Employability Training, Hub Management, Business Development Services, Investment Linkages, and Training Products Marketing and Delivery. My responsibilities extended to the comprehensive coordination of day-to-day centre operations, ensuring seamless implementation of programs and services while managing both staff and client performance.

Working collaboratively with the Advocacy and Support Unit, as well as the Programs and Project Department, I took charge of collating data stemming from all training activities. This data served as a valuable resource in evaluating the effectiveness of our programs and informing strategic decision-making processes.

To bolster the visibility and impact of the Entrepreneurship Centre, I spearheaded the design and implementation of marketing and awareness strategies. These efforts were aimed at promoting the centre, its products, and services to a wider audience. Additionally, I engaged in proactive research to prepare for the introduction of Soft Skills training programs, enhancing skills, managerial proficiency, and employability training. I played a key role in mentoring and supporting initiatives to ensure the success and progression of the centre’s clients.

An integral part of my role involved actively engaging the centre and its clients in intervention programs. This required establishing and maintaining strong liaisons with key stakeholders to secure financial support. Furthermore, I contributed to the development of proposals and business plans, leveraging my expertise to articulate the centre’s vision and goals effectively.

My multifaceted responsibilities encompassed strategic planning, program implementation, data management, marketing, research, mentorship, and stakeholder engagement, all aimed at ensuring the Entrepreneurship Centre’s success and its positive impact on clients and the community.

AFRICA LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION MARCH 2018 – JUNE 2020

Position: Branch Manager

Responsibilities:

In my capacity as a program and project oversight specialist, I assumed a critical role in monitoring and advising on the spending and variance report processes and procedures. My responsibilities included providing high-level policy analysis on identified key issues, ensuring adherence to established guidelines and standards.

As part of my strategic contributions, I took charge of overseeing resource mobilization strategies to sustain programs and projects in alignment with organizational strategic objectives. This involved a comprehensive approach to securing the necessary resources for successful program implementation and achieving long-term sustainability.

An integral aspect of my role was to guarantee the successful implementation of programs, aligning them with the specific requirements of donors and partners. This involved meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to meeting the expectations and standards set by external stakeholders.

I played a central role in the oversight, coordination, and monitoring of donor and partner-funded projects and programs. This encompassed a spectrum of activities, ranging from organizing and coordinating training programs to pre-training logistics, such as venue evaluation, arrangement of training materials, and allocation of responsibilities based on approved schedules.

I also actively engaged in providing both onsite and offsite Business Advisory and Development Services, ensuring that the expertise and support required for project success were readily available. My commitment extended to community mobilization, sensitization, and facilitation in developmental programs and health issues, emphasizing a holistic approach to community engagement.

My role involved a blend of financial oversight, policy analysis, resource mobilization, program implementation, and community engagement. Through these multifaceted responsibilities, I played a key role in ensuring the success and sustainability of various programs and projects under my purview.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, SOUTH-WEST MARCH 2016 – DECEMBER 2017

Position: Assistant Manager, Internship and Outreach

Responsibilities:

In my role as the coordinator of the internship program, I managed a comprehensive initiative that involved securing placements for all trainees. This encompassed liaising with various stakeholders, including EDC, the trainees, and the hosting organizations, to ensure the effectiveness and success of the program. I took on the responsibility of overseeing and supervising the internship process to guarantee a valuable and enriching experience for the trainees.

I orchestrated and coordinated off-site training programs, overseeing pre-training activities such as venue evaluation, arrangement of training materials, and the allocation of responsibilities according to the approved schedule. This meticulous planning contributed to the seamless execution of training programs beyond the centre’s premises.

An essential aspect of my role involved providing both onsite and offsite Business Advisory Services to business owners. I actively supported access to credit facilitation and effective credit management, playing a key role in enhancing the financial capabilities of entrepreneurs. Additionally, I represented the organization at stakeholders' meetings and promptly submitted reports on these activities, ensuring transparent and accountable communication.

As part of my commitment to continuous learning and development, I facilitated training programs and modules aimed at expanding understanding of Business Enterprise Development and Management. Employing a scenario-building approach, I stimulated entrepreneurs' knowledge of inputs, the business environment, and relevant technologies and services.

Another significant aspect of my responsibilities included creating and implementing strategies to enhance trainees' ability to generate and screen business ideas based on their personal interests and skills, as well as identifying viable business and market opportunities. I actively supported the development of viable and bankable business plans, business proposals, and feasibility reports, fostering a culture of entrepreneurial excellence.

I took the lead in mobilizing and motivating prospective trainees to actively participate in EDC training, engaging in advocacy and mobilization efforts within targeted communities to generate interest in the program. My multifaceted role contributed to the overall success and impact of the Entrepreneurship Development Centre’s initiatives.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP DEVELOPMENT CENTRE, SOUTH WEST JULY 2009 – AUGUST 2016

Position: Business Development Services Specialist

Responsibilities:

Mobilization and motivation of the prospective Trainees toward effective participation in the EDC training.

Advocacy and mobilization building in the targeted community to facilitate their interest in the program.

Facilitation of Training Programmes and Modules aimed at expanding the understanding of Business Enterprise Development and Management. Stimulating entrepreneur’s knowledge of inputs, business environment and relevant technologies and services through scenario building approach.

Creating and implementing strategies to enhance trainees’ ability to generate and screen business idea based on their personal interest/skills, business/ market opportunity.

Supporting the development of viable and bankable Business Plans, Business Proposals and Feasibility Reports.

Coordination of outreaches arm of the department as related to the functions of outside training, writing of suitable business plan, credit facility management and loan recovery.

Providing counsel, advisory support and overall direction in the planning, implementation and monitoring of the business enterprise development.

Managing contacts and collaboration with relevant stakeholders, ministries at required levels and as delegated.

USAID MARCH 2002–AUGUST 2007

POSITION: LGA OFFICER/ PROJECT CONSULTANT/PROJECT OFFICER

Projects: USAID/FHI/NUT (HIV/AIDS Prevention Unit, Nigeria Union of Teachers, Lagos State)

USAID/COMPASS Nigeria (Community Participation for Action in the Social Sector)

USAID/AED/SMART WORK/NUT-HAPU (HIV/AIDS Prevention Unit, Nigeria Union of Teachers)

Responsibilities:

I played a central role in developing and compiling project proposals aimed at securing donor support for the protection of children's right to education and community assistance. I coordinated various project activities, focusing on document interpretation, advocacy, sensitization, and training for diverse beneficiaries, including parents, community leaders, and corporate organizations such as FBOs and CBOs. I ensured the effective monitoring and evaluation of project activities and verified reports before submission to relevant agencies and donors.

I supervised maternity procedures, encompassing antenatal, post-natal, childcare (including immunization), and family planning, collectively contributing to the concept of safe motherhood. My responsibilities extended to supporting communities and CBOs in planning, executing, and evaluating activities to enhance child and maternal health and education at the LGA level. I provided programmatic, administrative, and logistical support to Community Coalitions and the LGA Network Forum, facilitated community training activities, and played a key role in proposal development.

I supported COMPASS proposals and grants preparations with CBOs, NGOs, and Community Coalitions. I monitored and supervised project grants and awards, serving as the focal person for the COMPASS Project at the LGA level. I acted as a liaison among COMPASS Project, Local Government Area, and Community Coalitions, submitting reports to COMPASS and collaborating counterpart ministries/boards at the LGA level. My responsibilities also involved interpreting project documents, developing proposals to solicit funds from donor agencies, and planning and executing training programs effectively.

I coordinated the monitoring and evaluation of Peer Education activities on HIV&AIDS, presenting project activities to donors after certification by the manager. I assisted in office administration, facilitated various STIs/HIV&AIDS, and other health-related training workshops. Additionally, I represented the organization at various occasions such as workshops, seminars, conferences, contributing to the overall success and visibility of the organization's initiatives.

CERTIFICATE OF COURSE COMPLETION IN:

Competency based Economy through the Formation of Enterprises

Community Mobilization adopting Partnership Define Quality/Community Action Cycle (PDQ/CAC) process.

Advocacy, Community Mobilization and Community Dialogue Tool

Community Mobilization, Proposal Writing, Reporting and Financial management

International Volunteering Level 2

Case Management in Child Protection

Inter-personal Communication and Counseling

Advocacy Skills Building

Cooperative Secretary Training

Mental Health (Level 3)

Peer Education Training of Trainers

Project Monitoring and Evaluation

Strengthening Business Development for Industrial Promotion

Catfish Hatchery Management and Tilapia Farming

Synchronized Digital Facilitator Training

Picture Code Development (Peer Education Aids)

REFERENCES

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