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Martina Raffiq Dabup

@martinaraffiqdabup

Early-career project manager and strategic communications professional focused on policy, governance, and inclusive community development.

Nigeria

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can support governance and public policy through research, strategic communication, and project coordination—helping inclusive, people-centred community and peacebuilding outcomes with strong collaboration and learning.

I’m an early-career development and communications professional currently working as a Communications Associate/ProjectManager at Norida Resource Company Ltd. I support governance and public policy through research and analytical support, coordinate project activities for timely implementation, and produce reports, policy briefs, and communication materials for internal and external audiences.

I bring experience in stakeholder engagement, documentation, and community development from professional and volunteer roles, including serving as a rapporteur for hearings and policy briefings. I’m currently pursuing an MSc in International Affairs and Diplomacy, and I’m motivated by inclusive governance, people-centred development outcomes, and effective, well-documented advocacy that drives measurable change.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Communications Associate/Project Manager

Current

Norida Resource Company Ltd

Feb 2026 - Present (3 months)

Provided research and analytical support to inform organisational governance and public-policy strategy and communications. Coordinated project activities and produced internal/external documentation for timely delivery of project outputs.

Strategic Communications Project Coordination Stakeholder Engagement Report Writing Documentation Youth Development Gender Equality

Current

Co-Founder & Project Manager

Current

For Ordinary People Studios

Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 4 months)

Co-developed community-focused theatre and advocacy initiatives to promote civic awareness and social change. Led multiple programme productions and coordinated volunteers, project logistics, and community engagement activities.

Community Development Project Management Theatre And Advocacy Volunteer coordination Event Coordination Stakeholder Engagement Community Outreach Presentation Development Documentation And Reporting Microsoft Office Suite

Current

Plateau State Lead

Current

Giveback Nigeria

Jan 2021 - Present (5 years 4 months)

Coordinated volunteer-led community outreach and development initiatives across Plateau State. Engaged community leaders and partners and prepared programme summaries and donor reports to support planning and stakeholder communication.

Community Outreach Volunteer Management Stakeholder Engagement Outreach Donor Reporting Administrative And Logistics Support

Administrative Assistant (NYSC)

Human Rights Advocacy Committee

Apr 2024 - Mar 2025 (11 months)

Supported a virtual legislative committee by providing administrative and documentation assistance. Helped maintain records and coordinate committee documentation for hearings and internal workflows.

Administrative Support Record keeping Documentation Committee Support Report Writing Meeting Coordination

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) - Distance Learning Centre

Master of International Affairs and Diplomacy (MIAD), International Affairs and Diplomacy

2026 -

Pursuing a Master of International Affairs and Diplomacy (MIAD) with a specialization in International Relations, Policy Analysis, and Strategic Communication.