ANDREA OKANYA
Enugu,Nigeria
Summary
I am high-spirited, determined, adaptable, religious, and open-minded. I have various skills and knowledge which I believe with hard work and the Grace of God can make my dreams a reality.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research and Advocacy Coordinator
Engineering Student Society
09.2025 - Current
- I assist in the background advocacy work for the Engineering Student Society.
- I work closely with the Director of Research & Advocacy to draft reports and letters, research and draft policy, and guide the Engineering Restructuring Advocacy Group (ERAG)
- Coordinate advocacy initiatives with fellow coordinators to promote engineering student interests and enhance community engagement.
- Assist in the creation of advocacy materials, including presentations, reports, and promotional content for campaigns.
Project Intern
Nigerian National Accreditation Services
07.2024 - 09.2024
- participated in developing software called Enterprise Resource Planning(ERP) for the Nigerian National Accreditation Services.
- This version of the ERP software was customized specifically for all accreditation organizations to suit their own needs, enabling operations to go smoothly in the organization.
- Participation: 40 per week for 6 weeks/year
Information Technology Staff
Nigerian National Accreditation Services
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Worked and carried out duties as an information technology staff.
- specialized in web development learning many skills from my department head.
- taught and made presentations to my colleagues to my colleagues educating them on some emerging computer technologies.
- Participation: 40 per week for 4 weeks/year
Education
LOYOLA JESUIT COLLEGE
07.2025
FORHAM INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS
01.2018
HILLCREST SCHOOLS
CALABAR, CROSS RIVER01.2016
Skills
- Leadership
- Teamwork and Cooperation Skills
- Exceptional Communication Skills
- Driven Mindset
- Creative Skills
- Great interpersonal skills
- Determined spirit
- Adaptable
- Multitasking
- Versatile having acquired many skills
- Adventurous
Leadership Community Service
- Loyola Jesuit College Choir, Choir Master, 08/01/23 - 07/31/24, 2019-2025. I recruited and trained new choristers, drilled the Choir, and prepared the Choir for various performances and competitions.
- Student Prefect, Female Loyola House Captain, 08/01/23, 07/31/24. I worked alongside the 27 other members of the Student Council to govern the school. My personal function was to care for, guide, and assist my house members (about 150 students) in their daily activities and academics.
- Loyola Union, Secretary, 08/01/23, 07/31/24, 2019-2025. I was responsible for taking minutes of the meeting and attendance. I also participated in the recruitment process of the association.
- Loyola Jesuit College Dance Troupe, Head Trainer, 08/01/23, 07/31/24, 2019-2025. I trained new members, and I was also involved in creating choreographies.
- Hostel Prefect, 08/01/22, 07/31/23. I had the responsibility of managing the welfare of about 12 students whilst enforcing strict adherence of hostel members to the sanitary, moral, and social standards of the school.
- Student Table Head, 08/01/22, 07/31/23. I had the responsibility to ensure that food was shared equally amongst 8 members of the table, and to keep the hygiene standards of the table
- Student Mentorship Programme, 08/01/22, 07/31/24. I was appointed to help the incoming student adapt properly to the new environment, as well as maintain their hygiene and aid the learning process.
- Literary and Debate Club, Treasurer, 08/01/23, 07/31/24, 2019-2025. I assisted in the organization of debates to spread awareness. I was also in charge of keeping and analyzing financial records of the association.
Skills Qualities
- Leadership
- Teamwork and Cooperation Skills
- Exceptional Communication Skills
- Driven Mindset
- Creative Skills
- Great interpersonal skills
- Determined spirit
- Adaptable
- Multitasking
- Versatile having acquired many skills
- Adventurous
Personal Information
Hobbies: Singing, Dancing, Playing soccer, Baking, Cooking, Reading novels
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Research and Advocacy Coordinator
Engineering Student Society
09.2025 - Current
Project Intern
Nigerian National Accreditation Services
07.2024 - 09.2024
Information Technology Staff
Nigerian National Accreditation Services
07.2022 - 09.2022
FORHAM INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS
HILLCREST SCHOOLS
LOYOLA JESUIT COLLEGE