Doris Edolumen Ahuchama

 Doris Edolumen Ahuchama 4 Ajoke Street Surulere, Lagos State Cell: +234 - Email:- HIGHLIGHT OF QUALIFICATIONS Administrative Professional with over a decade years of work experience in the International Development Sector Certified Administrator by the Nigerian College of Administration; and Chartered by the Chartered Institute of Administration, Nigeria Master’s degree in public administration; Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration; Diploma in Human Resources Management; and Diploma in Computer and Secretarial Studies Certified First Aid and CPR responder by the Nigerian Red Cross Society; and Control Risks WORK EXPERIENCE Consultant to the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) - Partnership to Engage, Reform and Learn (PERL) Programme June 2021 - present Facilitation of governance tools dissemination to government and non-state partners Support the facilitation of technical sessions in providing guidance to sustaining reform initiatives in public financial management, specifically around Internally Generated Revenue (IGR); Transparent and Inclusive Budgeting processes; and sustaining the gains from the World Bank State Fiscal Transparency, Accountability and Sustainability (SFTAS) program. Support desk review and update of the Medium-Term Basic Education Strategic Plan for the State Universal Basic Education Board. Support the development of a workforce planning framework including relevant templates/questionnaires for: Ministry of Finance, Budget & Economic Planning Directorate (BEPD), Internal Revenue Service, Ministry of Education, State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) and Establishment. Support the facilitation of Workforce Planning Roundtable for the Technical Committee Coordinating Workforce Planning (TCCWP) and pilot MDAs’ Workforce Planning Task Teams (WPTTs). Support technical work with citizens to implement an improved Performance Management System for the Ministerial deliverables. Reform Facilitator for the Southwest Region at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) - Partnership to Engage, Reform and Learn (PERL) Program – Lagos August 2019 – March 2021 Oversee the development and implementation of the FCDO-PERL’s initiatives, programmes and projects and ensure implementation and follow-up on annual work plans and decisions of FCDO Policy Organs in respect to FCDO-PERL’s Policy implementation. Provide strategic oversight on FCDO-PERL initiatives and actions designed to prevent poor governance in the southwest region. Conceptualize the working methods and approaches of the FCDO-PERL and establish relationships with relevant government and citizen stakeholders. Oversee the development of short-, medium and long-term implementation and monitoring plans, set priorities and performance measures towards the achievement of FCDO-PERL implementation targets. Design strategies and policies consistent with the FCDO-PERL’s goal and supervise the design and plan policy programmes to achieve these strategies. Work with the Reform Manager, Regional Facilitators, State Governments and other international development partners, as well as demand actors for the development of joint programmes and interventions and coordinate activities and ensure timely delivery of set goals and objectives; and develop new and review activities as components of these strategies and policies. Represent the FCDO-PERL and explain its position at statutory meetings, conference and roundtable dialogue sessions. Mobilise resources for execution of programmes and activities; and manage risk register and recommend mitigation strategies. Manage the work of the FCDO-PERL and supervise direct reports to ensure their effective performance as per the organisation’s performance management policy and system. Create an inspiring work environment to enable Staff development and professional progression. Undertake any other assignments and tasks as requested by the top management in the Programme Management Unit (PMU). Such assignments may involve working with teams and/or Staff within or outside the FCDO-PERL locations. Support the development of governance toolkits Developed and implemented annual program work plans and budgets; Support the Knowledge Management and Communication (KMC) facilitator in media productions. Finance and Operations Manager for the South West Region at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) - Partnership to Engage, Reform and Learn (PERL) Program – Lagos May 2016 – August 2019 Provided administrative and financial management guidance & support to the Southwest Regional Reform Manager and Consultants Supervised the daily operations of the Partner (Customer) Service Desk Oversaw the efficient and effective coordination and management of logistics, including airport services and transportation. Oversaw the management of PERL facilities and regularly carried out assessment of hotels and external facilities in line with the security and safety standards of FCDO. Responsible for the management of procurement, assets and inventories. Liaise with airlines on a periodic and regular basis for cost-effective fares and most direct routing. Provided oversight to Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)/Security Management and ensured adherence to HSE and Security policies and procedures. Deputized for the Human Resources Manager in the southwest region. Prepared and managed monthly budgets for the southwest regional office Supported the preparation of annual workplans and quarterly progress reviews Ensured strict adherence to human resources and financial policies Quality assured procedures and processes to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs). Provided support to results based management and implementation using Value for Money (VFM) criteria. Provided oversight to all ICT related activities in the region. Establishedgood and professional working environment and relationships with state government partners and colleagues in the region. Maintained and ensured the confidentiality and integrity of every correspondence. Supervised all Finance and Operations staff in the southwest regional hub State Finance and Administration Manager at The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) - State Partnership for Accountability, Responsiveness and Capability (SPARC) Program - Lagos April 2012 – April 2016 Coordinated and managed the day-to-day activities of the Lagos office ensuring smooth operations. Provided administrative and financial management guidance and support to the State Program Manager, Consultants and Staff. Provided human resources support to the Human Resources Manager. Prepared and managed monthly budgets for the Lagos state office. Oversaw the efficient and effective coordination and management of logistics, including airport services and transportation. Oversaw the management of PERL facilities and regularly carried out assessment of hotels and external facilities in line with the security and safety standards of FCDO. Liaise with airlines on a periodic and regular basis for cost-effective fares and most direct routing. Ensured implementation of financial and administrative policies and procedures while ensuring the attainment of Value for Money (VFM). Prepared weekly and monthly financial returns including bank reconciliation. Managed assets, inventories and the procurement of goods and services for the Lagos office in line with FCDO- SPARC standards. Quality assured procedures and processes to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs). Tracked and monitored ICT tickets and ensured service providers resolve issues in line with the Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Maintained and ensured the confidentiality and integrity of every correspondence. Supervised all Finance and Operations staff in the Lagos office. Established good and considerate working relationship with Lagos State partners Senior Administratiom Officer at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) - State Partnership for Accountability, Responsiveness and Capability (SPARC) Program, Lagos October 2008 – April 2012 Coordinated and managed all logistics pertaining to hotel, flight and airport pick-up/drop- off. Provided administrative and program support to the State Team Leader, consultants and staff. Ensured timely supply of goods and services by vetted service providers. Ensured proper filing and documentation of official correspondence. Supported the technical team during work planning and annual reporting sessions. Ensured periodic assets inventory, verification and management. Ensured a healthy and hazard-free work environment for all. Established retainership agreements with vendors. Program fleet and facility management. Supported the preparation of monthly budgets/funds flow forecasts. Assisted the State Finance and Administration Manager with program, administrative and financial procedures. Supported the implementation of Value for Money (VFM). Administrative Officer at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) - State and Local Government Programme (SLGP), Lagos May 2005 – May 2008 Coordinated and managed all logistics pertaining to hotel, flight and airport pick-up/drop- off. Provided administrative and program support to the State Team Leader, consultants and staff. Ensured timely supply of goods and services by vetted service providers. Ensured proper filing and documentation of official correspondence. Supported the technical team during work planning and annual reporting sessions. Ensured periodic assets inventory, verification and management. Ensured a healthy and hazard-free work environment for all. Established retainership agreements with vendors. Program fleet and facility management. Supported the preparation of monthly budgets/funds flow forecasts. Assisted the State Finance and Administration Manager with program, administrative and financial procedures. Supported the implementation of Value for Money (VFM). Personal Assistant to the Country Representative – Pro-Natura (Nig.) International, Lagos December 2000 – May 2005 Acting as a point of contact for phone calls, emails and correspondence Managing appointments, meetings, and conferences Arranging meetings and manage calendars for the Country Representative Preparing presentations, reports, and correspondence Take accurate and comprehensive notes at meetings Managing filing systems Liaising with partners and board of trustees Help with daily time management Run errands as requested by the Country Representative Plan travel, including flights, accommodation and ground transportation. EDUCATION Cambrian College, Sudbury (Online): Graduate Certificate in HRM - University of Lagos, Nigeria: Master of Public Administration - University of Lagos, Nigeria: Advanced Diploma in HRM - Ambrose Alli University, Nigeria: Bachelor of Public Administration - University of Lagos, Nigeria: Diploma in Computer & Secretarial Studies - PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP Association of Administrative Professionals (AAP) Canada Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA) Canada Institute of Public Administration of Canada (IPAC) Chartered Institute of Administration (CIA) Nigeria – Associate Member COMPETENCIES Core Values Inclusiveness and respect for diversityProfessionalism Integrity and transparency Core Competencies Team WorkAccountability Delivering ResultsClear Communication Managing and Sharing Knowledge Managerial Competencies LeadershipStrategic thinking and vision Empowering others and building trust REFERENCE References Available on Request