OLUWATOSIN RICHARD OLOGUNLA

Leads governance, peace, and security programs for UNDP Nigeria, focusing on institutional capacity building and legislative effectiveness across West Africa.

• Spearheaded the Enhancing Martin Luther Agwai Project, strengthening institutional capabilities for 126 key participants across 17 institutions in 7 West African countries.
• Initiated and developed the comprehensive four-year Parliamentary Development Programme for Nigeria's 10th House of Representatives, advancing legislative effectiveness and accountability.
• Managed complex financial processes within Quantum, resolving discrepancies and ensuring accurate expenditure control for multi-million dollar projects.
• Developed critical strategic documents, including the Powering Nigeria ASCEND Offer and Zero Waste Cities Initiative concept notes, demonstrating programmatic versatility.

Directed technical strategies and project execution for 360HSDI, ensuring on-schedule and within-budget delivery while leading multidisciplinary teams.

• Supervised and mentored a multidisciplinary team of 10, providing technical expertise on project plans, budgets, and policy formation for gender-sensitive and social inclusion initiatives.
• Led the successful implementation of the Zero-Tolerance Village Alliance (ZTVA) SGBV project across 10 Borno State communities, enhancing community-level protection and awareness.
• Directed comprehensive evaluations, including CHAI Pro-care in 5 states and Conflict Sensitivity Analysis in 4 states, providing critical insights for social protection programs.
• Coordinated multiple high-value proposal development efforts, including Europe-Aid, Zipline, and LHSS, securing funding for new organizational initiatives.

Provided technical leadership and coordination for humanitarian actions, ensuring effective response and sustainable impact for affected communities.

• Established and nurtured partnerships with over 5 international organizations (CUSO, DRC, JRS, CNFA, EU), leading to enhanced collaboration and funding opportunities for humanitarian efforts.
• Developed over 10 high-value proposals, RFPs, and EOIs, securing critical funding and resources by coordinating across program, HR, Operations, Grants, and Finance teams.
• Developed and institutionalized the organization's first strategic plan, significantly boosting organizational growth and operational efficiency.
• Strengthened advocacy and communications efforts across 6 Northeast States, raising awareness and mobilizing resources for affected populations.

Led the youth livelihood component of a €15 million EU-funded program, overseeing design and implementation to enhance economic opportunities and employability skills.

• Managed the €15 million EU-funded youth livelihood program component, utilizing PRA techniques to identify and develop vocational training strategies across 8 LGAs.
• Cultivated strong partnerships with 3 Borno State government ministries and key stakeholders, ensuring program alignment with local needs and priorities.
• Designed and implemented a program strategy that trained 6,420 participants in vocational skills, linked 1,200 youth with apprenticeships, and provided grants to 3,000 participants.
• Facilitated over 5 technical peer learning exchanges, disseminating knowledge on livelihood, innovation, and environmental sustainability among partners.

Designed, implemented, and monitored technical programs focused on building sustainable livelihoods for young people across 3 LGAs in Borno State.

• Supervised a multi-functional team of over 15 employees across three project LGAs, overseeing implementation while mainstreaming livelihoods, peacebuilding, and gender sensitivity.
• Pioneered youth labor market assessments for over 5,000 youth, identifying in-demand skills and informing program improvements.
• Contracted the renovation and equipping of 3 multi-skills training centers, complementing government efforts to reduce youth unemployment.
• Coordinated vocational training for 2,500 youth in 10 skills across 3 LGAs by engaging local artisans, enhancing community capacity.

Coordinated and managed all program activities for Mercy Corps in Gwoza, ensuring goal attainment, staff coordination, and stakeholder communication.

• Managed all four components of the Maida program, overseeing budget, schedule, and activities, while monitoring and evaluating progress and effectiveness.
• Oversaw the construction of 325 permanent homes for beneficiaries after evaluating over 1,000 damaged houses, significantly improving community living conditions.
• Achieved the graduation of 120 adolescents from safe spaces and established 35 nutrition groups, 175 farmer cooperatives, and 115 community resilience groups.
• Provided mentorship and capacity-building plans, leading to the certification of 7 colleagues as PMD Pro professionals.

Supported the USAID Feed the Future Livelihood Project by developing implementation plans, managing partner relations, and facilitating community development initiatives.

• Drafted a speed-up project implementation plan for FY18, ensuring the USAID Feed the Future Livelihood Project met its targets across Sokoto, Kebbi, and FCT.
• Facilitated the formation of 6 safe space groups, graduating participants, and supporting the creation of 154 business plans and 243 bank accounts.
• Managed 3 implementing partners' staff and consultants, tracking program objectives and ensuring successful achievement of project goals.
• Co-facilitated two training sessions on demand creation and network training, enhancing the capabilities of colleagues and partner staff.

Provided comprehensive program support and technical oversight for the USAID Feed the Future Livelihood Project across three states, ensuring operational compliance and efficiency.

• Conceptualized and implemented workflow tracking systems that reduced information bottlenecks and obsolete documentation by over 50%.
• Provided technical support and oversight to 10 partners' staff, ensuring the achievement of deliverables and compliance with donor obligations.
• Prepared timely quarterly and annual donor reports, maintaining high standards of quality and thoroughness.
• Oversaw operational compliance with organizational and donor policies, ensuring adherence to best practices.

Managed field operations for the SURE-P Maternal and Child Health program, overseeing cash transfer schemes and community health initiatives.

• Contributed to a 40% reduction in maternal and child mortality through a conditional cash transfer scheme, increasing clinic visits and reducing traditional birth attendant patronage.
• Managed cash disbursements to over 1,000 Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) recipients, ensuring accurate budget preparation and payment schedules.
• Redesigned staff workflow and reporting systems, improving communication and job satisfaction by 40% and reducing delivery times by switching to weekly projections.
• Introduced biweekly meetings that reduced processing time by 50% through improved accountability and feedback mechanisms among staff and stakeholders.

Served as a Youth Service Corps Member, contributing to educational initiatives and community development.

• Delivered educational instruction and facilitated learning activities for students in a classroom setting.
• Participated in community development service projects, contributing to local initiatives.
• Gained foundational experience in public service and community engagement within the Nigerian educational system.

Provided tutoring and guidance for PMD Pro certification candidates.

Coordinated various activities and logistics for the National Sports Festival.

Provided emergency health assistance during the Lagos Carnival.

Provided extra moral instruction to students in the local community.