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Osayi Alile Oruene,
Executive Director

Osayi holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology from the University of Lagos, and a Master's degree in Public Administration Pi Alpha Alpha from Rutgers University, New Jersey, United States of America. A seasoned manager with a track record of outstanding performance in community, economic and social development achieved through collaboration with socially responsible businesses and individuals. Prior to joining FATE, she worked at Junior Achievement of Nigeria, where she rose to become the vice-president.Her interest in working with non-profit organisations stems from a personal commitment to the socio-economic development of the country through private sector-led interventions.

Tosin Anibaba,
Head, Business and Alumni Support Services

Tosin Anibaba is currently the Head of Business AlumniSupport Services (BASS) unit. She holds a B.Sc in Economics from the University of Essex and an M.Sc in International Consulting & Accounting from the University of Reading. U.K.She worked as an associate consultant in the information technology unit of Deloitte consulting and proceeded to become a principal consultant with Nextzon business services before joining FATE. She has worked on various Project Management & Strategy projects spanning organizations from Banking, Insurance to Power Solutions.

Elizabeth Olofin,
Head, Training

Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Science degree (Zoology) and a Master in Educational Management from the University of Ibadan Nigeria. Prior to current appointment, she had held Management positions in a Manufacturing organization as well as in a nonprofit organization. Her Professional Focus is targeted towards Human Capital Development, Training, and Performance Evaluation

Bisola Ikusagba ,
Head, Human Resources & Admin

Bisola holds a first degree in Agricultural Science from Ogun State University, and a Masters in Industrial and Labour Relations (MILR) from the University of Lagos. She is a seasoned professional with expertise in human resources & administrative management. She has years of experience in different sectors including the financial service industry,
construction and nonprofit. Prior to joining FATE, she worked with Adonai Tekts Limited, Ashbert Limited & Integrated Projects Limited.She is an  associate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (ACIPM). Bisola is
currently the head of Human Resources & Admin at FATE Foundation.

Osato Igbinadolor,
Coordinator, Research

Osato Igbinadolor is a graduate of University of Agriculture Abeokuta, Ogun State, where he earned a degree in Chemistry. His previous work experience includes a stint as project monitoring and evaluation officer for the federal government’s Millennium Development Goals advocacy programme, where he lead some community based projects in Zamfara State. Passionate about human capacity development, community development and social re-engineering, he is inspired to identify and undertake applied research that will improve policies and programmes for business and entrepreneurial development in Africa. Osato currently serves as the Research Executive at FATE Foundation.

Anwuli Ojogwu,
Coordinator, Communications

Anwuli is a graduate of English and Literature, University of Benin. Prior to joining FATE, she served as an assistant editor/PRO Officer at Kachifo Limited (Owners of the Farafina Trademark). She is a Fellow of LEAD (Leadership in Environment and Development for Sustainability in Africa). Anwuli is currently the Communications Coordinator at FATE Foundation.

Olawale Ogunlenu,
Coordinator, Facilitator Mentor & Mentee.

Olawale serves as the Facilitators & Mentor Coordinator for FATE Foundation. His responsibilities include providing enthusiastic facilitator, mentors, and consultants for successful execution of all the programmes in the Foundation. Prior to his present role, Olawale has worked as the Assistant Coordinator in Communications unit and as the Coordinator, Short Entrepreneurial Courses (SEC) in the Foundation. Olawale holds a degree in Economics from Lagos State University.

Adebowale Oluwaranti,
Coordinator, Finance

Adebowale holds a Higher National Diploma in Accountancy from Yaba College of Technology. He has 5 years experience in General Account and Treasury Management. Adebowale worked as a consultant at FATE prior to his role as Finance Coordinator. He is also an Associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN).

Olusegun Shomefun,
IT Coordinator, Management Information System

A graduate of Mechanical Engineering from the Lagos state University, Epe. Segun started working with Graphic Press, Matori Mushin, Lagos as the Maintenance Engineer and later left to work with Fibrecom Limited (an ICT Company) based in Lagos as a site technician and later became their Network Administrator. Segun oversees FATE’s IT technology infrastructure and is currently working on a number of professional certifications.

Nse-Abasi Gbonegun,
Coordinator, Business & Alumni Support Services

Nse-abasi is a graduate of University of Uyo, B.A English with an MBA (in view) University of Port Harcourt majoring in Management. Nse-abasi is currently the Alumni Coordinator of the Business Alumni Support Services (BASS) Unit of FATE Foundation, a former employee of Cue Media where she was the executive assistant to the M.D.
Nse-abasi brings to FATE an experience on people management and business profiling.

Faith Afolabi,
Coordinator, Emerging Entrepreneur Programme

Faith is a graduate of Mass Communication from the Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu. A young dynamic and hardworking female, with passion for social change in Nigeria and beyond. This has inspired her to work in various NGOs that address developmental issues on health, youth, women empowerment and entrepreneurship, to mention but a few, Freedom Foundation, IEARN/Dance4life,Journalist Against Aids (JAAIDS).She currently works as a programme Coordinator at FATE Foundation in the Training Unit, Focused on Empowering Emerging Entrepreneurs with business skills that would transform their business to the next level.

Goodness Nnadi,
Personal Assistant & Admin Unit Coordinator

A graduate of Statistics from Ogun State University (now olabisi Onabanjo University. She joined FATE in March 2009. She worked as Admin Manager with Energy Information services and was at the beginning of her career, Personal Assistant to notable Chief Executive Directors. Goodness is the Personal assistant to the Executive Director. She also Coordinates the admin Unit.

Ndifreke Okwuegbunam,
Coordinator, Aspiring Entrepreneur Programme

Ndifreke is a graduate of the University of Uyo, with a B.sc. in Applied Chemistry. Prior to joining FATE Foundation in January 2008 she worked with Communication Direct Ltd in the United Kingdom. She is a member of the Nigeria Institute of Management.

Dominic Orokoh,
Asst. Coordinator, Aspiring Entrepreneurs Programme

Dominic is a graduate of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka where he studied History and International Studies. He has worked with the Nigerian Embassy in Guinea Bissau and Capital Assurance Limited. He served as SRD programme Coordinator, SEC Coordinator before he was appointed to his current role as the Assist. AEP Coordinator.

Adetoun Oluwole,
Fundraising Executive

Toun is a B.A Philosophy Graduate of University of Lagos and an alumnus of AIESEC.A smart and dynamic female who aspires to change her society prior to her appointment at FATE, she worked at UNICEF. She has served as a volunteer at Little saints Orphanage. She currently works as the Fundraising Executive of FATE.

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Ngozi Akpati,
Programme Manager

Ngozi holds An HND Accountancy from The Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro and an MBA in Financial Management from the Lagos State University Ojo, Lagos. She brings to bear 11 years work experience as an Accounts and Admin Personnel from various companies before moving over to FATE Port Harcourt in December 2002.Until her appointment in July 2007, she was the Accounts and Admin Coordinator FATE PHC. She has attended courses on Sage Accounting and Investment Training.

Godwin Chuks
Finance Coordinator

Godwin Chuks holds an HND in Accountancy from Auchi Polytechnic Auchi, PGD in Business Studies from Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt. He has also completed his MBA in Banking and Finance from Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt.Before joining FATE Foundation, Chuks worked with Danahriq Nigeria Limited as an Accountant, EDC Azeec Nigeria Limited as the Finance and Accounts Officer and also BAICO Insurance Plc as Cashier and Accounts Officer.

Joy Ikiagbor,
Human Resources & Admin Coordinator

Joy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy from University of Science & Technology Port Harcourt. She is an associate member of the Institute of Public Administration (AIPA). She has 10 years experience in teaching, and has worked with an auditing firm. She joined FATE in February 2008.

Kayode Oluwafemi,
Coordinator, Fundraising & Communications

Kayode holds a B.Sc degree in Geography from University of Ilorin, and anMBA in Marketing from ESUT Business School, Enugu. He is a seasonedprofessional with over 8 years experience in Marketing. Prior to joiningFATE in 2007, he worked with Prime & Partners Int’l Limited, BG Resourcesand Global Technology & Communication Systems Ltd. Kayode is an associateof Nigerian Institute of Management. He currently manages the alumni andfundraising units in FATE Port Harcourt.

Melissa Okonny,
Alumni Coordinator

Melissa is a highly motivated and enthusiastic professional. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Geology from University of Port Harcourt, and is a member of the Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM). She has over 4 years experience in health, safety/ environmental management and career development. Before joining FATE Foundation in 2008, Melissa worked with Preparation for Life (PFL) as a Career Counseling Officer. She is currently the Alumni Coordinator, FATE Port Harcourt, where she oversees the management of the alumni members department.

Smith Nwokcha,
Coordinator, Short Entrepreneurial Course

Smith Nwokocha holds a Higher National Diploma in Marketing from theFederal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri. Earlier in his career, he worked assales executive with Sterling Bank, and moved on to Business Day Media as a Sale Copy.Executive.Smith is a member of several professionalassociations including National Institute of Marketing  Nigeria and theChartered Institute of Marketing  London among others. He currently servesas the Coordinator of the Short Entrepreneurial Courses, FATE  Port Harcourt.

 

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