Oyinkansola Shakirudeen Ososanya
@oyinkansolashakirude
Deputy director and academic researcher focused on adult EFL and intercultural learning.
What I'm looking for
I’m an academic researcher with an MA in Foreign Languages and Intercultural Communication, grounded in thesis work on adult EFL pedagogy. My expertise spans EFL learner autonomy for adults, sociolinguistics, and intercultural skills training, with a focus on how real learner contexts shape motivation and outcomes.
In my thesis, I use Self-Determination Theory (SDT) and a critical realist approach to explain why adults struggle with motivation and what teaching methods can help. I dig into “motivation vortex” dynamics—how past schooling, anxiety about mistakes, scheduling pressures, and limited internet access can reduce persistence in adult English learning.
Professionally, I’m currently serving as Deputy Director at Yandex Lavka, where I implement growth strategies based on market trends and customer feedback. I manage budgets and supplier negotiations, drive strategic growth initiatives for rapid delivery services, and align teams to streamline operations and improve service quality.
I also bring hands-on teaching and operational leadership experience, including work as an English Language School Teacher and as a supervisor across production and customer-facing environments. Now, I’m targeting fully funded PhD programs to explore multilingual integration, migrant language policies, and digital intercultural dynamics—especially through Nordic-focused, real-world learning and communication lenses.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Deputy Director
Yandex Lavka
Dec 2023 - Present (2 years 6 months)
Spearheaded growth initiatives for Yandex Lavka’s rapid delivery services by analyzing market trends and customer feedback. Managed budgets and supplier negotiations to optimize cost efficiency and improve service quality through cross-team operational alignment.
English Language Teacher
Star Talk LLC
Feb 2025 - Mar 2025 (1 month)
Provided English language instruction for an English language school and completed a 6 ECTS-credit professional internship with an A/Grade 8 evaluation. Contributed to organizational goals and supported project delivery with strong academic and professional standards.
Printing Press Supervisor
Prestige Printing Press
Mar 2018 - Nov 2022 (4 years 8 months)
Supervised day-to-day printing operations, scheduling work, assigning tasks, and meeting production deadlines while maintaining quality and safety standards. Monitored machine setup and print accuracy, managed supplies, and troubleshot production issues to improve output and reduce downtime.
Retail Supervisor
Alam Group of Companies
Mar 2016 - Jun 2016 (3 months)
Guided customers by providing detailed product information and coordinating with branches to fulfill stock requests. Supported efficient service delivery by processing transactions swiftly and maintaining a smooth checkout experience.
Front Desk Officer
Guaranty Trust Bank
Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 (1 year)
Managed organized front desk operations by ensuring required materials were available to support smooth service. Improved guest satisfaction through proactive problem-solving, efficient resource management, and meticulous record-keeping.
NYSC Facilitator
National Youth Service Corps
Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year)
Facilitated seminars promoting youth unity and coordinated community development initiatives through targeted service projects. Led educational outreach in schools to strengthen national unity and engage diverse youth groups.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Abomey-Calavi University
Bachelor of Art, Arts and Humanities
2010 - 2013
Bachelor of Art and Human Science (arts and humanities), completed in Benin from 2010 to 2013.
Yemi International College
Secondary School Certificate (SSCE), General Education
2002 - 2008
Secondary education leading to the SSCE (West Africa Examination Council).
Higher School of Economics (HSE University)
Master of Arts, Foreign Languages and Intercultural Communication
2025 -
M.A. in Foreign Languages and Intercultural Communication, focused on EFL learner autonomy for adults, sociolinguistics, and intercultural skills training, grounded in thesis research on adult EFL pedagogy.
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Location
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Website
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