Apochi Nelson Owoicho

Experience

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  Shammah Schools

  Sept 2004 - now

  Co-Founder/COO

  Shammah Schools was founded in 2004 to provide access to low-cost quality education to marginalised children in rural communities.

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  Unity School Ikire

  Mar 2011 - Feb 2012

  Class Teacher
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  Jigna Eco Farms

  Jun 2012 - Apr 2013

  Manager

  • Oversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization's programs and services.• Ensure that the programs and services offered by the organization contribute to the organization's mission and reflect the priorities of the Board.• Monitor the day-to-day delivery of the programs and services of the organization to maintain or improve quality.• Oversee the planning, implementation, execution and evaluation of special projects.• Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the organization• Ensure that the operation of the organization meets the expectations of its clients, Board and Funders• Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization• Draft policies for the approval of the Board and prepare procedures to implement the organizational policies; review existing policies on an annual basis and recommend changes to the Board as appropriate• Ensure that personnel, client, donor and volunteer files are securely stored and privacy/confidentiality is maintained• Provide support to the Board by preparing meeting agenda and supporting materials Show less

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  Will and Grace International School

  Jul 2013 - Apr 2014

  Teacher/Administrative Personel

  • Oversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization's programs and services.• Ensure that the programs and services offered by the organization contribute to the organization's mission and reflect the priorities of the Board.• Monitor the day-to-day delivery of the programs and services of the organization to maintain or improve quality.• Oversee the planning, implementation, execution and evaluation of special projects.• Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the organization• Ensure that the operation of the organization meets the expectations of its clients, Board and Funders• Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization• Draft policies for the approval of the Board and prepare procedures to implement the organizational policies; review existing policies on an annual basis and recommend changes to the Board as appropriate• Ensure that personnel, client, donor and volunteer files are securely stored and privacy/confidentiality is maintained• Provide support to the Board by preparing meeting agenda and supporting materials Show less

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  Education for Change

  Dec 2014 - Dec 2018

  Founder

  • Oversee the planning, implementation and evaluation of the organization's programs and services.• Ensure that the programs and services offered by the organization contribute to the organization's mission and reflect the priorities of the Board.• Monitor the day-to-day delivery of the programs and services of the organization to maintain or improve quality.• Oversee the planning, implementation, execution and evaluation of special projects.• Develop an operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction of the organization• Ensure that the operation of the organization meets the expectations of its clients, Board and Funders• Oversee the efficient and effective day-to-day operation of the organization• Draft policies for the approval of the Board and prepare procedures to implement the organizational policies; review existing policies on an annual basis and recommend changes to the Board as appropriate• Ensure that personnel, client, donor and volunteer files are securely stored and privacy/confidentiality is maintained• Provide support to the Board by preparing meeting agenda and supporting materials Will and Grace International School Teacher/Administrative officer• Ensuring the delivery of a comprehensive, high quality education program to all students. • Implementing decisions of the school management. • Contributing to system‐wide activities, including teachers/staff training, policy, strategic planning and development. • Effectively managing and integrating the resources available to the school. • Appropriately involving staff, students and the community in the development, implementation and review of school policies, programs and operations. • Report to the school community, parents and students on the achievements of the school and students. Show less

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  The ONE Campaign

  Feb 2016 - Feb 2018

  ONE Champion

  • Support the ONE Africa Team to deliver successful physical and online campaigns in Nigeria• Plan and deliver campaign actions ,stunts and member recruitment• Identify strategic personalities to lobby in different constituencies• Keep ONE informed on key developments in Nigeria• Identify strategic dates, activities which would increase the impact of campaigns• Plan ONE events, social media activities and other actions• Mobilize ONE members in Nigeria

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  UNICEF

  Feb 2017 - Feb 2021

  Freelance Photography Consultant

  • Document and illustrate the situation of children and women as may be decided by UNICEF• Take photos that provide visibility to UNICEF’s work• Independently identify opportunities to document UNICEF activities.• Provide advice on suitable cutline (photo description) for photographs accompanying UNICEF stories or reports• Provide information about when and where the photo was taken, who it is about and its relevance to UNICEF work• Provide detailed caption information for selected photographs• Get consent for use of photos from relevant persons/authorities (written consent forms required for vulnerable children or for assignments where children’s images will be widely used – as in posters, etc.) Show less

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  United Purpose

  Mar 2017 - Jul 2017

  Freelance Documentary Photographer

  • Document the activities of United Purpose with still and motion images• Provide information about when and where the photo was taken, who it is about and its relevance to United Purpose work• Provide detailed caption information for selected photographs• Get consent for use of photos from relevant persons/authorities (written consent forms required for vulnerable children or for assignments where children's images will be widely used – as in posters, etc.

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  FHI 360

  Jul 2017 - Aug 2017

  Consultant Facilitator Four Pillars Plus Project

  To develop and submit training contents for the 4PP boot camp on transitioning and employability skills. This will include sessions on planning and building a career, skills needed for transitioning and succeeding in the workforce and entrepreneurship skills. The training content will use the transitioning manual provided by Four Pillars PLUS project as a base while providing other useful resources and tools.

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  United Purpose

  Sept 2017 - Nov 2017

  Social Media Consultant

  • Developed and implemented the Global Handwashing Day campaigns reaching more than 2 million people• Built the capacity of the Communication and Learning Officer and the Project Support Officer to enable them mange the social media assets before, during and after the campaign• Coordinated and participated in Global Handwashing day campaign activities, working with more than one hundred volunteers• Coordinated art and graphics creation for effective campaign.• Analyzed and audited the social media assets of the organization to understand the social media reach and developing new strategies to reach a wider audience• Defined and tracked campaign effectiveness and adjusted strategies accordingly. Show less

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  Reclaim Media Ltd

  Jan 2018 - now

  Chief Creative Officer (CCO)
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  YPARD

  Jan 2019 - Feb 2021

  Communication Focal Person
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  United Nations OCHA

  Jan 2020 - Jan 2020

  Video Consultant

  1. Documented UNOCHA activities in Northeast Nigeria.2. Wrote human-interest stories and provided communication content for reports, social media, and other publications. 3. Identified viable stories and developed story plans for execution.4. Produced series of video portrait for the organization.

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  Action Against Hunger |

  Sept 2020 - Oct 2020

  Videography Consultant - SUNNY Project

  1. Produced a 10-minute documentary for the SUNNY project.2. Produced four short videos highlighting different components of the project.3. Worked with the program team to create storyboard and shooting schedule for the project.

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  IOM - UN Migration

  Oct 2020 - Jun 2021

  Consultant Videographer/Filmmaker (Migration Management)

  1. Filmed and edited 11 short videos of IOM’s reintegration, community-based awareness raising activities in Nigeria across Lagos, Edo and Delta states. 2. Delivered final videos, B-rolls, footage, and photos with description filmed during the assignment for IOM’s media library. 3. Provided up to 80 edited high-resolution generic pictures of reintegration and activities of other thematic areas under the EU-IOM Joint Initiative in Nigeria both in jpeg and raw formats across Edo, Delta, Lagos and Abuja.4. In collaboration with IOM Nigeria team, created a detailed script/storyboard for filming, editing and photography. 5. Created a photobook documenting IOM’s activity under the EU-IOM Joint Initiative using photographs taken during the assignment and already existing pictures provided by IOM. Show less

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  CBM Global Disability Inclusion

  Mar 2021 - Jun 2022

  Field Communications Officer

  1. Collect human interest stories for CBMG and MAS2. Conduct interviews with individuals, identifying and writing compelling, comprehensive and truthful human-interest stories in English, which reflect our organisational values and meet the needs of the CBMG family and their fundraising communications.3. Gather high-quality photographs and mobile phone film footage to support stories4. Build capacity of partner organisations and CBMG colleagues to gather more effective communications materials e.g. with workshops re photography and storytelling for staff. Show less

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  African Center for Economic Transformation (ACET)

  Jul 2023 - Jun 2024

  Digital and Creative Lead

  Working closely with the Communications Team to develop and implement a broad and impactful digital and creative strategy for ACET over the next several years. Developing a digital strategy that is forward-looking and influence-oriented, building on ACET’s past digital success, working in partnership with Digital Communications Coordinator and ACET Communications TeamAssessing current digital landscape and suggest areas for growth and development, including stronger audience engagement Guidance on and oversight of posts going out on ACET’s various channels working closely with Digital Communications CoordinatorSpearhead ACET’s creative projects, including documentary, video, animation, photography, and other creative mediumsMap out potential creative projects and digital campaigns on a 12-month cycleOversee procurement of contractors and consultants and ensure high-quality delivery and on-time paymentDevelop digital partnerships with influential institutions across Africa and beyond Identify opportunities for ACET to translate its policy findings using innovative multimedia tools, to reach a broader audience and gain traction, working closely with Content Lead and Digital Communications CoordinatorAdvise senior leadership on best practices in their personal/ professional social media accounts as needed, help grow presence and engagement where appropriateKeep abreast of current and breaking issues as they develop online, and work with Communications Manager and Knowledge Manager to join the conversation where appropriate onlineWork closely with other Communications Team members to develop strong digital campaigns to amplify the institution’s messages Ensure that events and engagements have strong and appropriate digital coverage, whether hosted by ACET or in partnership with other organizationsAny other duties as may be assigned from time to time in support of ACET’s Communications, Advocacy, Resource Mobilization, and Partnership goals Show less

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  GOPA AFC

  Feb 2025 - now

  Communication and Design Expert for ROGEAP - Regional Off-Grid Electricity Access Project

  Communication and Design Expert at ROGEAP, I lead strategic communication efforts to enhance the project's visibility and impact. My role involves developing and implementing comprehensive communication strategies, creating engaging content, and ensuring culturally relevant messaging across multiple platforms. Key Responsibilities: - Strategic Communication & Messaging – Develop and execute targeted communication strategies, ensuring alignment with ROGEAP’s goals. - Content Creation & Management – Produce high-quality content for social media, newsletters, press releases, and the project website. Visual & Digital Storytelling – Design compelling brochures, infographics, reports, and social media reels to showcase project milestones. - Stakeholder Engagement – Organize and coordinate events, workshops, and media outreach to amplify project impact. - Performance Monitoring – Track KPIs, collect feedback through surveys and focus groups, and refine strategies for continuous improvement. - Project Visibility – Capture and document key project activities through photography and videography, ensuring impactful storytelling. - Campaign Execution – Plan and implement awareness campaigns tailored to local contexts, measuring their effectiveness and reach. - Budget & Procurement Management – Oversee communication-related expenditures and ensure cost-effective resource allocation. Show less