OLATUNJI OKE
@olatunjioke
Award-winning development communication professional with 25 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am an award-winning development communication practitioner with over 25 years of influential contributions across various sectors, including electricity, oil and gas, transportation, housing, and governance. My extensive experience has allowed me to lead cross-functional teams in communications strategy, editorial, design, audio-visual productions, and digital marketing, delivering impactful behavioral-change communications campaigns for public sector clients.
As a published author and editorial board member for several prestigious journals, I have a strong commitment to advancing corporate governance and community development. My roles have included serving as a non-executive director, where I advised leadership teams on project implementation, and as an editor-in-chief, shaping the editorial direction of publications. I am passionate about bridging the gap between government and communities through participatory engagements and effective communication strategies.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
CEO/Clients Service
First Indicator International Services
May 2025 - Present (4 months)
Led cross-functional teams in communications strategy, editorial, design, audio-visual productions, and digital marketing. Delivered behavioral-change communications campaigns for public sector clients.
Contributing Editor, Member, Editorial Board
New American Magazine Pro
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 8 months)
Shaped the editorial direction of the publication, providing advisory support to the Editor-in-Chief on matters of development and community service. Contributed to content strategy and publication standards.
Non-Executive Director
Cloud Solutions Tech
Jan 2021 - Present (4 years 8 months)
Advised the leadership team on project implementation with regard to public relations and brand storytelling. Contributed to strategic planning and communication initiatives.
Publish/Editor-in-Chief
Nigeria Indicator Magazine
Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 8 months)
Led the editorial direction and production of the quarterly retrospective, chronicling the policies, programmes, and projects of select ministries of the Federal Government of Nigeria. Focused on development communications and corporate governance.
Publish/Editor-in-Chief
Lagos Indicator Magazine
Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 8 months)
Led the editorial direction and production of the bimonthly retrospective, chronicling the policies, programmes, and projects of the Lagos State Government. Managed call for papers, peer-review process, and publication process.
Correction Officer
Madison Correctional Institution
Feb 2024 - May 2025 (1 year 3 months)
Performed designated tasks to ensure the security and safety of the general public, inmates, staff, and visitors within the institution. Enforced extant rules to support the rehabilitation and re-integration of inmates.
Residents Connectivity Specialist
Charter Communications
Nov 2023 - Feb 2024 (3 months)
Functioned as a liaison between the organization, legacy customers, and prospective clients in residences. Handled all matters of connectivity of products, contractual, and special offers.
Project Implementation Monitoring Officer
Office of the Executive Governor
Jan 2007 - Dec 2011 (4 years 11 months)
Championed grassroots development and community service through participatory engagements, initiating a feedback mechanism to bridge the divide between government and governed. Worked with cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution of design projects.
Digital Art Producer/Community Relations Executive
Office of Government & Public Affairs, Chevron Limited
Jan 2003 - Dec 2007 (4 years 11 months)
Executed digital design and communications strategy. Produced editorial content for the government relations office, supporting corporate communications for rural communities.
Media Relations Exec/In-Flight Magazine Editor
Ritetime/World Airways
Jan 2002 - Dec 2003 (1 year 11 months)
Provided media relations support, researched, wrote, and edited culturally-relevant, local content for the passenger magazine. Ensured timely and accurate publication of articles.
Copy & Creative Supervisor
Lumina Communications
Jan 2000 - Dec 2002 (2 years 11 months)
Led a team of copywriters and designers for various clients on the advertising agency's roster. Oversaw creative projects from concept to completion.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Lagos
Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Philosophy
Leading cross-functional teams in communications strategy, editorial, design, audio-visual productions, and digital marketing to deliver behavioral-change communications campaigns for public sector clients.
New York University
Certificate, Modern Journalism
Currently pursuing studies in Modern Journalism, gaining insights into contemporary journalistic practices and media landscape. Developing skills in reporting, editing, and digital media.
Royal Institute of Public Administration
Certificate, Monitoring & Evaluation
Completed a program in Monitoring & Evaluation, focusing on public administration principles and practices. Gained expertise in assessing the effectiveness of public sector initiatives.
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