Kehinde Olayinka Popoola

• Developed and tested survey questionnaires on varied topics to collect data for research projects.
• Developed questionnaires and facilitated focus group discussions.
• Analyzed data to identify patterns, trends and correlations.
• Gathered and analyzed data, such as historical records, government policies to support claims on behalf of vulnerable communities
• Engaged with indigenous communities to understand their specific needs and concerns
• Conducted research on issues related to housing, environmental justice, and other matters affecting marginalized communities.
• Maintained records and documentation related to cases and research, including progress reports and relevant data for future reference.

- Conducted cutting-edge research in the areas of Social Planning, Policy Analysis, Stakeholder/Community Engagement, and Environmental Justice.

- Published more than thirty (30) research articles in reputable journals and presented at national and international conferences.

- Taught a variety of courses related to Urban and Regional Planning, with a focus on providing students with practical insights into addressing social and environmental challenges.

- Secured significant research grants, fellowships and funding for my research projects

- Supervised and mentored more than thirty (30) undergraduate and Nine (9) graduate Students in their research projects, fostering a culture of academic excellence.

- Engaged as a resource person and facilitator in university-wide seminars, workshops, and training sessions for students, newly employed, early career professionals

• Developed and implemented comprehensive strategies to enhance operational processes and organizational efficiency.

• Directed the Institute's operations, ensuring compliance with the set standards.

• Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the organization.

• Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored team members.

• Sourced for funds, Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.

• Provided oversight of academic programs, including curriculum review, implementation, and evaluation.

• Offered outreach programs for professional development and focused skill development activities, such as workshops, specialized seminars for "skills development and technical abilities," and hands-on training.

• Organized conferences and summits to raise awareness of the importance of leadership, skill development, and professional advancement (Targeting Self -Discovery and Self Development)

• Made sure every student had access to enough knowledge, counsel, and direction to make an informed choice about their programs.

• Made certain that every student received instruction, learning, and evaluations that were customized to meet their unique requirements and motivate them to succeed.

• Made sure networking occurred so that participants in the relevant program could share their perspectives.

• Created policies and procedures for the development of new courses and programs.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement projects aimed at improving living conditions for marginalized communities.
• Led research initiatives addressing the vulnerability and impacts of social and environmental conditions on vulnerable populations.
• Developed comprehensive project plans that included milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and resource allocation.
• Established strong relationships with local communities, government agencies, and non-profit organizations to enhance community engagement.
• Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.
• Maintained detailed documentation throughout the project life cycle to ensure traceability, accountability, and clear understanding of progress for all stakeholders involved.