BLESSING SOLOMON MAREN
Development Program & Field Operations Specialist
Lagos, NG.About
Dynamic Project Coordination and Field Operations professional with 3+ years of experience driving large-scale development and community-based programs within public health, education, and community development sectors. Expertise in orchestrating partner coordination, rigorous field monitoring, and impactful stakeholder engagement to ensure program fidelity and achieve strategic outcomes. Adept at leveraging robust tracking, performance monitoring, and compliance frameworks to deliver sustainable results and advance initiatives focused on youth inclusion, gender equality, and livelihood enhancement.
Work
World Health Organization (WHO)
|Immunization Field Worker
Plateau State, Plateau, Nigeria
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Summary
Coordinated critical field-level immunization activities, ensuring adherence to national and donor guidelines and promoting inclusive health service delivery.
Highlights
Directed field-level immunization activities across multiple communities, ensuring stringent alignment with national health guidelines and donor mandates.
Executed routine field visits, conducting thorough spot checks and data verification to accurately track delivery progress and performance targets.
Fostered collaborative relationships with government health officials, community leaders, and partner organizations, harmonizing activities to enhance service delivery efficiency.
Supported robust data collection, reporting, and performance tracking systems, providing critical insights that informed strategic planning and decision-making.
Championed social inclusion by actively engaging women caregivers and vulnerable populations in underserved and hard-to-reach communities, significantly expanding program reach and equitable access.
MCK Consultant Nigeria Limited
|Assistant Administrative Officer
Jos, Plateau, Nigeria
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Summary
Provided comprehensive administrative and coordination support for program activities, ensuring smooth execution and compliance with organizational standards.
Highlights
Streamlined program coordination through efficient activity scheduling, meticulous documentation, comprehensive reporting, and precise record management.
Monitored workplans, deliverables, and timelines for multiple projects, ensuring consistent adherence to implementation schedules and project objectives.
Facilitated seamless communication between internal teams and external partners, supporting smooth program execution and effective stakeholder alignment.
Maintained accurate and compliant program records, achieving full adherence to organizational and donor regulatory requirements.
Assisted in the meticulous documentation of project budgets and tracked expenses for various activities, contributing to fiscal transparency and accountability.
Volunteer
Brave Child Initiative (BCI) – Voices for Peace Project
|Non-Formal Education & Community Volunteer
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Summary
Supported the delivery of non-formal education and psychosocial activities, fostering safe learning environments and community engagement.
Highlights
Contributed to the implementation of non-formal education and psychosocial activities, providing critical support to conflict-affected girls and vulnerable youth.
Facilitated community engagement sessions, promoting joint planning and collaborative action with local stakeholders to address critical needs.
Assisted with program monitoring activities, including attendance tracking and reporting on program outcomes, supporting data-driven impact assessment.
Ensured the integration of safeguarding principles and gender inclusion across all activities, creating safe and supportive learning environments for participants.
Education
University / Institution Name
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Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
General & Applied Psychology
Languages
English
Skills
Program Management
Programme Coordination, Field Coordination, Workplan & Activity Tracking, Development & Donor-Funded Projects.
Monitoring & Evaluation (MEL)
Performance Tracking, Reporting, Field Monitoring, Data Verification, Basic M&E Practices, Data Collection & Reporting Tools.
Stakeholder Engagement
Partner Coordination, Community Mobilisation, Government Relations, Community Engagement.
Compliance & Quality Assurance
Field Supervision, Quality Assurance, Safeguarding & Risk Awareness, Organizational Standards.
Social Inclusion
Gender & Social Inclusion, Youth Inclusion, Vulnerable Populations.
Administrative Support
Documentation & Data Management, Record Management, Activity Scheduling, Budget Documentation, Expense Tracking.
Office Productivity Tools
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace.
Communication & Reporting
Report Writing, Internal & External Communication.