Odion Ikyo

Experience

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  Marian Hope Empowerment Initiative

  May 2010 - Apr 2024

  Executive Assistant

  • Developed Sponsorship Programs & Proposals for ovc educational project and micro credit scheme in Shendam LGA of Plateau State. • Organized workshops and Seminars on organization structure and fundraising • Planned fund raising activities and events • Researched prospective donors and initiated discussions with them. Coordinated with other unit heads to actualize fund raising Goals. • Design and implementation of training materials for field staff and volunteers on child rights centers • Managed the diary of the President of Marian Hope, scheduled and followed up meetings, booked and made reservations for travels and hotel accommodation and organization functions • Organized and drafted meetings with board members and also made presentations on behalf of the president to board members • Organized filing systems for staff and organization’s projects • Organized fundraising events and was in charge of the yearly “put a smile on the face of widows and OVC’s” event• Develop a Data Base of all partnering individuals and organization. Coordinate partnership activities. • Identify sites for project execution and facilitate outreach programs. Show less

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  National Council of Child's Right Advocate of Nigeria (NACCRAN)

  Jul 2011 - Apr 2013

  Public Relations Officer

  • Be the image maker of NACCRAN FCT, protect and defend her aims and objectives.• Inform the state executive council and member organizations about public issues as may be in the newspapers, magazines and electronic media that affect the organization.• monitor public opinion about NACCRAN FCT or particular issues;• present arguments on behalf of NACCRAN FCT (lobbying) to other organisations and special interest groups;• liaise with the public and respond to inquiries concerning NACCRAN FCT• liaise with the media, i.e. respond to inquiries, arrange interviews with journalists, prepare and distribute news releases and make statements on behalf of NACCRAN FCT;• write, edit and arrange production of print materials such as newsletters, pamphlets and brochures for NACCRAN FCT ;• assist in organizing special events such as children's day, day of the African child and other functions for NACCRAN FCT; Show less

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  Theodora Anavhe Adamu Foundation (TAAF)

  Aug 2013 - now

  Personal Project-Lead

  • Developed the concept and lead the team working on Maisha Save a Mother's life project. • Developed the concept and lead the team working on Her Hygiene & Her Campaign. • Design, coordinate and implement the M&E, research and learning framework of TAAF’S programs • Plan fundraising activities with team members for TAAF's projects. • Help in developing and planning events • Write and review reports to send to donors and partners Projects: Digital solutions to check maternal outcomes (DISC-MO) in partnership with Mobiva Role: product manager • Coordinated project planning and execution with team members and team leads • Maintained positive vendor relations to build strong partnerships • Liaised with the FCT primary healthcare board to better understand business needs and current market landscape • Spearheaded collaborative efforts to bring mobicare to the Nigerian market • Thrived in fast paced, highly adept team to develop and prioritize product features and build product roadmap • Communicated effectively with team members to deliver updates on project milestones Maisha Save a mother’s lifePrograms and communication director • Worked with my team to develop activities for community women to attend antenatal during pregnancy • Developed and designed maternity packs• Documented and reported outcomes of our meetings to stakeholders and partners • Worked with the media in communication project activities on different social media channels • Worked on the M&E framework Her Hygiene & Her Campaign Programs lead • Developed and worked on program ideation and implementation • Designed TAAF reusable pads • Led in designing training materials on hygiene education & management for schools and IDP camps• Headed the communication for the project • Worked on developing the M&E framework for the project • Led in the implementation of TAAF reusable pad banks in IDP camps Show less

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  Theodara Anavhe Adamu Foundation (TAAF)

  Feb 2022 - now

  As the Convener for Addressing Gaps in Policy and Access to Reproductive Healthcare for Women in Conflict, I lead initiatives aimed at bridging critical policy and access disparities in reproductive healthcare services for women affected by conflict. Through strategic advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and community empowerment, I work tirelessly to ensure that women living in conflict zones have equitable access to essential reproductive health services and rights. My role involves orchestrating collaborative efforts with government entities, NGOs, civil society organizations, and local communities to develop and implement policies and programs that address the unique challenges faced by women in conflict-affected areas. Together, we strive to create sustainable solutions that promote women's health, well-being, and empowerment amidst adversity. Show less

  • Convener-Addressing Gaps in Policy and Access to Reproductive Healthcare for Women in Conflict

    Apr 2022 - now

  • Convener

    Feb 2022 - now
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  Women's Federation for World Peace International

  Sept 2022 - Nov 2022

  Human Rights Intern

  Research on women’s rights issues in Nigeria. Wrote a research paper on “The effectiveness of international human rights laws, states laws and policies safeguarding women’s reproductive health rights in conflict-Borno, Adamawa and Yobe (BAY) states in north-east Nigeria”

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  CWW Tech Africa

  Sept 2022 - Apr 2024

  Product management instructor