BEN ANIEFIOK ANTHONY

Executive Assistant & Economic Development Professional

Makurdi, NG.

About

Early-career professional with a background in Chemical/Petrochemical Engineering, currently excelling as an Executive Assistant supporting government-led economic development initiatives. Adept at program coordination, stakeholder engagement, and strategic administrative support, I am passionate about driving inclusive growth through international trade, economic development, and impactful policy implementation. My strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills enable me to thrive in fast-paced environments, managing high-level correspondence and contributing to strategic initiatives that foster youth empowerment and MSME development.

Work

Benue State Bureau of Entrepreneurship and Wealth Creation

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Executive Assistant to the Director General

Benue State, Nigeria

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Summary

Provided high-level administrative and operational support to the Director General, coordinating entrepreneurship and economic development initiatives and contributing to strategic program execution.

Highlights

Streamlined administrative and operational workflows for the Director General, enhancing efficiency in coordinating entrepreneurship and economic development initiatives.

Managed complex executive schedules, meetings, and official correspondence, ensuring efficient communication and timely information flow between internal teams and external stakeholders.

Supported the successful planning and execution of multiple youth empowerment and MSME development programs, contributing to their impact across the state.

Facilitated key stakeholder engagement with government agencies, development partners, and private sector actors, strengthening collaborative efforts for strategic initiatives.

Prepared comprehensive reports, briefs, and presentations, providing critical data and insights that informed high-level decision-making and program implementation.

Handled sensitive information with utmost discretion and maintained confidentiality, upholding professional standards in all executive support functions.

WhatNext Africa

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Training Facilitator

Benue State, Nigeria

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Summary

Delivered engaging training sessions to secondary school students, fostering career development and life skills while supporting youth preparedness programs.

Highlights

Delivered impactful training sessions to secondary school students, covering career development, financial literacy, and essential life skills, enhancing their future readiness.

Facilitated interactive discussions on education pathways and workforce readiness, empowering students with informed choices for their academic and professional journeys.

Supported the successful delivery of youth preparedness programs, directly contributing to improved participant readiness for higher education and employment opportunities.

Enhanced participant engagement by implementing interactive and practical learning approaches, resulting in positive feedback and more effective knowledge transfer.

Volunteer

Corpers Liaison Officer

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NYSC

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Coordinated activities and represented the interests of NYSC members within Tarka LGA.

Highlights

Served as a key liaison for NYSC members, effectively coordinating activities and representing their interests within Tarka LGA.

Facilitated communication and collaboration among over 50 NYSC members, fostering a supportive community environment.

Public Relations Officer

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NYSC Road Safety Club

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Managed public relations for the NYSC Road Safety Club, enhancing community awareness and engagement for road safety initiatives.

Highlights

Managed public relations and communications for the NYSC Road Safety Club, increasing community awareness of road safety initiatives.

Developed and disseminated informational materials, reaching a broad audience and promoting responsible road user behavior.

Education

Akwa Ibom State University

Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Engineering Chemical/Petrochemical Engineering

Awards

Award of Excellence

NYSC Tarka LGA, Benue State

Recognized for outstanding contributions and commitment during the National Youth Service Corps.

Languages

English

Certificates

Health, Safety, Security & Environment (HSSE Practical Application)

Environmental Sustainability

CIPESS, Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE 1, 2 & 3)

Organizational Development & Office Technology

Project Management Certification

Human Resource Management Certification

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Certificate

NYSC

Skills

Policy & Program Support

Economic Development & MSMEs

Stakeholder Engagement

Research & Data Presentation

Project Coordination

Administrative & Executive Support

Communication & Reporting

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Problem Solving & Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration & Leadership

International Trade

Policy Implementation

Youth Empowerment

Interests

Economic Development

Youth Empowerment

International Trade

Policy and Governance

References

References

Available upon request