About

A sustainable development enthusiast, aspiring to advance career in youth development and health, working with professional organisations and teams to contribute technically and at leadership levels towards the attainment of corporate goals and personal aspirations.

Skills

  • Event planning
    10
  • General Administration
    10
  • Organisational skills
    10
  • Leadership & Project Management
    8

Experience

Emelia Obeng

Work experience
  • Actively engaging in continuous professional development to acquire essential leadership, public advocacy, and soft skills relevant to the dynamic 21st-century work environment.
  • Successfully completed a mandatory Mentorship and Workplace internship with a recognized UN Agency for 3 months, gaining valuable insights and experience in international development practices.
  • Contributing to the program unit at the UNFPA Ghana country office for 6 months, supporting initiatives focused on reproductive health and youth development.
  • Currently developing a youth development and policy advocacy project, including a comprehensive proposal and budget, and actively raising resources to execute the project during the ongoing one-year fellowship period.
  • Serving as the Outreach Team Lead, responsible for coordinating outreach efforts, developing effective strategies, managing team members, and fostering relationships with external partners to enhance program impact and reach.

Emelia Obeng

Work experience
  • Designed and developed engaging content for Comprehensive Sexuality Education (CSE) sessions tailored to the needs and preferences of the target audience, ensuring effective communication and knowledge transfer.
  • Assisted in organizing and mobilizing beneficiaries for educational sessions, ensuring high attendance rates and participant engagement.
  • Coordinated the delivery of reproductive health education sessions by field teams to young people, the primary target audience, ensuring that sessions were delivered in a timely and effective manner.
  • Oversaw the development and submission of activity reports to management and clients, providing detailed insights into program progress and outcomes, and facilitating informed decision-making.

Emelia Obeng

Work experience
  • Coordinated the implementation of UNFPA-funded project activities across 12 districts in six regions of Ghana, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with project goals.
  • Maintained constant communication and follow-up with field staff to track the progress of activity implementation, fostering accountability and timely completion of tasks.
  • Oversaw the reporting, compilation, and documentation of project activities, ensuring accurate record-keeping and facilitating management review and submission to UNFPA.
  • Coordinated the requisition, administration, and transfer of funds to all 12 project sites, enabling smooth implementation and timely execution of activities.
  • Developed concept notes for all project-funded activities, ensuring compliance with UNFPA requirements and securing necessary approvals.

Emelia Obeng

Work experience
  • October, 2021 - December, 2021
  • Fulltime
  • Collaborated with the Youth Programme Manager to oversee daily coordination of youth programs, including the UNFPA and GUSO projects in the field, ensuring effective implementation and alignment with project objectives.
  • Provided support to field staff in executing activities, facilitating seamless implementation and progress tracking.
  • Contributed to reporting, documentation, and monitoring of program activities, ensuring accurate record-keeping and evaluation of project outcomes.
  • Assisted in procurement and distribution of resources and tools to project sites, optimizing resource utilization and supporting project success.
  • Engaged in communication and partnership activities, liaising with partners and addressing donor-related issues to maintain strong relationships and project alignment.
  • Supported the Programme Manager in activity scheduling, monitoring progress, and conducting follow-ups to ensure project milestones were met efficiently.

Emelia Obeng

Work experience
  • October, 2020 - October, 2020
  • Fulltime
  • Collaborated with the Youth Programmes Coordinator to coordinate daily youth project activities in the field, ensuring smooth implementation and achievement of project goals.
  • Provided support to field staff in following up on activities, fostering accountability and progress towards project milestones.
  • Assisted in the reporting, documentation, and monitoring of project activities, maintaining accurate records and facilitating evaluation of program effectiveness.
  • Played a key role in administering resources across twelve project sites, optimizing resource allocation and supporting the successful execution of initiatives.

Emelia Obeng

Work experience
  • September, 2019 - October, 2020
  • Fulltime
  • Conducted regular facility inspections to identify areas requiring maintenance, ensuring a well-functioning and safe environment for staff and patients.
  • Organized and facilitated staff meetings, fostering open communication, collaboration, and the exchange of ideas among team members.
  • Wrote comprehensive daily reports to assist heads with corrective actions and decision-making, contributing to the overall efficiency and improvement of the facility.
  • Provided administrative support to the administrator in the day-to-day running of the facility, ensuring smooth operations and adherence to policies and procedures.
  • Managed office calls, electronic messages, and letters in a timely and professional manner, maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.
  • Took detailed minutes during unit and staff meetings, accurately documenting discussions, decisions, and action items for future reference and follow-up.

Emelia Obeng

Work experience
  • Managed and responded to office calls, electronic messages, emails, and letters in a timely and professional manner, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with instructors to support academic and research initiatives, contributing to the success of projects and enhancing the learning environment.
  • Provided administrative assistance to authorized staff members, ensuring efficient retrieval of files and maintaining organizational records.
  • Prepared and distributed meeting materials, learning notes, and other relevant documents to staff members and stakeholders, enhancing knowledge sharing and collaboration.
  • Ensured the integrity of confidential data by strictly adhering to security procedures and protocols, upholding the highest standards of data confidentiality.
  • Offered exceptional customer service by assisting patients and their families with difficulties in hospital procedures, providing emotional support and guidance during challenging times.

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