UIUsman Ismail
@usmanismail
Community-focused program coordinator and researcher skilled in digital literacy and outreach.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I am a resourceful History and International Studies graduate with proven experience in program coordination, research, and digital outreach across Niger State. I have supported government and civil-society initiatives, managed volunteers, digitized records, and developed community-facing communications that increased awareness and engagement.
I deliver practical training and technical support—leading ICT workshops, designing social media content, and producing reports and proposals for stakeholders and donors. Recognized for leadership and problem-solving, I drive community development, education, and youth-empowerment projects to measurable impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Digital and Outreach Assistant
Lapai Innovation Lab
Jan 2020 - Dec 2023 (3 years 11 months)
Conducted ICT training for youths to enhance digital literacy, designed social media content for educational campaigns, and provided technical support for community events.
History Tutor
Santali Community Study Group
Jan 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 11 months)
Provided volunteer coaching in History and Civic Education for secondary students, developing simplified learning materials that improved exam preparedness for WAEC and NECO.
Community Development Volunteer
Niger State Youth and Social Development Network
Jan 2018 - Dec 2019 (1 year 11 months)
Supported campaigns on girl-child education, hygiene, and youth empowerment by engaging local leaders, conducting surveys, and compiling program impact reports.
Student Intern
Local Government Secretariat, Lapai
Jan 2017 - Dec 2017 (11 months)
Assisted with clerical tasks including filing, data entry, and reporting, and drafted routine correspondence while observing local government operations.
Program Assistant
Ministry of Information, Culture and Tourism, Niger State
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years)
Assisted planning and execution of cultural and tourism programs across Niger State, digitized records to improve reporting efficiency, and coordinated volunteers and logistics for events.
Research and Administrative Assistant
IBB University Directorate of Advancement
Jan 2021 - Present (5 years)
Conducted research on educational and community development initiatives, drafted reports and proposals for stakeholders, and organised seminars and alumni engagements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
IUIbrahim Badamasi Babangida University
Bachelor of Arts, History and International Studies
2016 - 2021
Activities and societies: Team Leader, Undergraduate Research Project (2020); Peace and Conflict Resolution Workshop participant (2021); Volunteer and community engagement activities.
Completed a Bachelor's degree in History and International Studies with coursework and research focused on historical and international affairs and community development.
Fati Lami Abubakar College of Art and Islamic Studies
Diploma, Law
2014 - 2016
Completed a diploma program in Law with foundational coursework in legal studies and Islamic arts.
Hajiya Aljannatu Memorial College of Art and Islamic Studies
Senior School Certificate (WAEC), Arts and Islamic Studies
2006 - 2012
Attended senior secondary school and obtained the Senior School Certificate (WAEC) with studies in arts and Islamic studies.
Malle Primary School Lapai
First School Leaving Certificate, Primary Education
1998 - 2004
Completed primary education and obtained the First School Leaving Certificate.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
NigeriaAuthorized to work in
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