Alero Ogholi
Metro Area,BC
Summary
International development professional with a proven track record in designing and leading initiatives that enhance education, economic empowerment, and community resilience in underserved regions. Expertise in building scalable models, strengthening local systems, and driving sustainable change through data-driven strategies, partnerships, and community-led solutions. Extensive experience collaborating with government agencies, development partners, and grassroots networks to implement programs that expand access to quality education, promote gender equality, and create economic opportunities for women and youth. A strategic thinker excelling in hands-on execution, ensuring every project transitions from concept to measurable impact while helping organizations deepen influence and achieve long-term development outcomes in complex environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Support Worker (Full-time)
Turning Leaf Support Services
07.2025 - Current
- Delivered person-centered support services to individuals living with mental health and developmental challenges
- Advocated for inclusion and client rights while supporting independent living
Supervisor, Intensive Residential Supports (Full-time)
Turning Leaf Support Services
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Led multidisciplinary teams in supporting vulnerable individuals with complex needs
- Facilitated leadership, accountability, and care planning in alignment with organizational goals
Chief Executive Officer
Edity Technologies Limited
01.2023 - Current
- Built an AI education platform that strengthens teacher performance and closes training gaps in real time.
- Led pilot deployments that improved classroom delivery and training accuracy for public-school systems.
- Secured cross-country partnerships with ministries, agencies, and donors to scale the solution across Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Drove product strategy, data standards, and evidence-based reporting that positioned Edity as a tool for system reform.
Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant
Project READ Literacy Network
05.2023 - 02.2024
- - Led an 11-month evaluation of the Skills for Success Project funded by the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.
- - Developed evaluation plans, tools, and processes with organizational leadership.
- - Designed surveys, managed data collection, and analyzed program performance for underrepresented groups and apprenticeship pathways.
- - Produced a detailed evaluation report for leadership teams and provincial training partners.
Co-op Student, Research Assistant
Project READ Literacy Network
03.2023 - 04.2023
- - Researched trends in newcomer programs to create a resource directory supporting newcomer settlement.
- - Conducted grant research and supported federal grant proposal development.
- - Redesigned the Outdoor Play and Learn Program to include environmental education components for newcomer children.
- - Prepared a grant application that was successfully awarded.
Volunteer Program Assistant
Project READ Literacy Network
02.2023 - 04.2023
- - Supported outdoor learning and play programs for newcomer families to strengthen communication and early literacy.
- - Contributed to newcomer-focused ESL resource development and community program mapping.
- - Conducted needs assessments using survey tools and applied clear writing principles to resource documentation.
Founder & Executive Director
Rural Development & Reformation Foundation (RUDERF)
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Designed and delivered development programs that reached over 30,000 beneficiaries in underserved communities.
- Strengthened women’s economic resilience by training more than 5,000 women, youth, and teachers in entrepreneurship, digital skills, and financial literacy.
- Positioned the organization for growth by securing long-term funding and partnerships with UN Women, TY Danjuma Foundation, and multiple international donors.
- Led community systems that improved livelihoods, increased access to learning, and expanded grassroots participation in development initiatives.
Education
PG Cert - Management in Community Service
Conestoga College
CanadaM.A. - English Language
National Open University of Nigeria
Enterprise & Leadership (Mini MBA) - undefined
CEIBS
Civic Leadership - undefined
YALI, GIMPA
GhanaB.A. - Education (English)
University of Abuja
Skills
- - Program Design and Delivery
- - Monitoring and Evaluation
- - Research and Development
- - Community Engagement and Training
- - Grant Research and Proposal Development
- - Data Collection, Analysis, and Reporting
- Cross-cultural communication
- Policy analysis
- Resource mobilization
- Capacity building
- Social impact assessment
- Community development
- Public-private partnerships
- Gender equality
- Economic development
- Humanitarian assistance
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Organizational management
- Leadership development
- Analytical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Adaptability
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
- Sustainable Development Goals
- Global and international policy development
Awards & Recognition
Google Impact Challenge Africa – Winner (2018), LEAP Africa SIP – Outstanding Fellow (2018), Obama YALI Fellow (2018), Global Good Fund Fellow (2020), UN Women Nigeria Beijing Champion (2020), Leading Ladies Africa – Most Influential Women in Africa (2022)
Timeline
Community Support Worker (Full-time)
Turning Leaf Support Services
07.2025 - Current
Supervisor, Intensive Residential Supports (Full-time)
Turning Leaf Support Services
01.2024 - 07.2025
Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant
Project READ Literacy Network
05.2023 - 02.2024
Co-op Student, Research Assistant
Project READ Literacy Network
03.2023 - 04.2023
Volunteer Program Assistant
Project READ Literacy Network
02.2023 - 04.2023
Chief Executive Officer
Edity Technologies Limited
01.2023 - Current
Founder & Executive Director
Rural Development & Reformation Foundation (RUDERF)
01.2016 - 01.2022
M.A. - English Language
National Open University of Nigeria
Enterprise & Leadership (Mini MBA) - undefined
CEIBS
Civic Leadership - undefined
YALI, GIMPA
B.A. - Education (English)
University of Abuja
PG Cert - Management in Community Service
Conestoga College