Dedicated and passionate advocate for social justice with extensive experience in community engagement and volunteer coordination. Proven ability to lead programs that educate and empower most vulnerable people on critical healthcare. Committed to advancing social equity and fostering peaceful conflict resolution through innovative and inclusive approaches. Experienced home support worker with over 15 years of providing compassionate care to vulnerable and differently abled citizens. Skilled in developing individualized care plans promoting independence and managing complex medical needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sponsorship Business Process Officer
World Vision International Sierra Leone
Managed sponsorship processes and logistics for effective aid distribution
Coordinated supply chain logistics ensuring timely delivery of aid to vulnerable communities
Tracked monetary gifts and children's correspondences, promoting transparency and accountability in operations
Collaborated with external agencies to streamline operations and improve cost management
Volunteer
Community Support Connection Kitchener and Cambridge
09.2024 - Current
Promoted active living among seniors through engaging community initiatives
Participated in the Friendly Visiting program, fostering connections to reduce isolation among seniors
Encouraged participation in community activities, enhancing overall well-being and social engagement among clients
Social Worker
Cap Anamur
08.2013 - 06.2016
Provided support for street children through coordinated social services initiatives
Led initiatives to support street children, focusing on girls and legal issues
Conducted intake assessments for at-risk children
Collaborated with various organizations to enhance safety for vulnerable groups
Intern
Sierra Leone Red Cross Society
04.2009 - 09.2009
Provided psychosocial counselling to victims and perpetrators of the 11years civil war in Sierra Leone
Engaged in community reconciliation and Peacebuilding through community healing programs
Planned and Facilitated live skills programs for both victims and perpetrators
Engaged in Feminist Leadership messages against violence against women girls
Engaged in Humanitarian assistance throughout aid and resettlement packages
Education
Master's - Gender Studies
Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone
01.2024
Certificate - Feminist Leadership Justice Equity and Ecology
St. Francis Xavier University, Coady Institute
12.2022
Bachelor's - Peace and Conflict Studies
University of Sierra Leone
12.2013
Skills
Active Listening
Empathy
Relationship Building
Sponsorship Processing
Report Preparation
Administrative Support
Presentation Skills
Interpersonal Communication
Team Collaboration
Scheduling
Multitasking
Organizational Skills
Volunteer Management
Event Planning
Workshop Facilitation
Public Speaking
Curriculum Development
Mediation
Negotiation
Peacebuilding
Humanitarian assistance
Women's Rights
Youth Empowerment
Health Education
Timeline
Volunteer
Community Support Connection Kitchener and Cambridge
09.2024 - Current
Social Worker
Cap Anamur
08.2013 - 06.2016
Intern
Sierra Leone Red Cross Society
04.2009 - 09.2009
Master's - Gender Studies
Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone
Certificate - Feminist Leadership Justice Equity and Ecology
Environmental Safeguards Specialist at World Bank / Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project, Ministry of FinanceEnvironmental Safeguards Specialist at World Bank / Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project, Ministry of Finance
Managing Partner at Cognica International Engineering Construction Services and Trades Sierra Leone Limited (CIECOST SL LTD)Managing Partner at Cognica International Engineering Construction Services and Trades Sierra Leone Limited (CIECOST SL LTD)