JIM, IRENE FRIDAY
Executive Director | Senior Accountant | NGO Operations & Financial Management
Uyo, NG.About
Highly accomplished and committed professional with over 7 years of progressive experience leading and managing operations within International Non-Governmental Organizations (INGOs) and Key Population-led NGOs in Nigeria. Proven expertise in strategic leadership, financial oversight, program management, and audit compliance, consistently delivering impactful results and ensuring organizational sustainability. Adept at driving project success, securing grants, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to advance critical health and empowerment initiatives.
Work
Empower Women Pride Health and Right Initiative (EWP_HRI)
|Executive Director
Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
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Summary
Led strategic vision, operational management, and program execution for a women's health and rights NGO, driving impactful community development initiatives.
Highlights
Provided comprehensive leadership and oversight for all organizational operations, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and mission objectives.
Managed program development and implementation, enhancing service delivery and outreach to target beneficiaries.
Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and community leaders to foster collaborative program success.
Directed resource mobilization efforts and managed organizational budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainability.
Passion and Concern for Women Welfare and Empowerment Initiative (PACOWWEI)
|Senior Accountant
Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
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Summary
Managed all financial operations, reporting, and compliance for a women's welfare and empowerment NGO, ensuring fiscal integrity and transparency.
Highlights
Successfully navigated and scaled through a rigorous USAID audit without any audit queries, demonstrating exceptional financial management and compliance standards.
Oversaw all accounting functions, including budgeting, financial reporting, and grant expenditure tracking, for a non-profit organization.
Implemented robust financial controls and procedures, contributing to transparent and accountable resource utilization and mitigating risks.
Provided accurate and timely financial insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making and ensure organizational solvency.
Pride of Womanhood Empowerment Initiative (POWEI)
|Executive Director
Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
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Summary
Directed overall operations and strategic development for a women's empowerment initiative, driving program implementation and growth.
Highlights
Successfully closed an FHI360/OCIA led grant, ensuring all project deliverables, reporting requirements, and financial obligations were met on schedule.
Managed the full program lifecycle, from planning and implementation to monitoring and evaluation, enhancing community impact and beneficiary engagement.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with donors, partners, and beneficiaries to foster collaborative program success and secure continued support.
Led and mentored a dedicated team, providing guidance and fostering a culture of accountability, high performance, and professional development.
Heartland Alliance International- Nigeria (HAI-N)
|KP Lead
Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria
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Summary
Coordinated and led key population (KP) programs for an international NGO, ensuring effective outreach and service delivery.
Highlights
Managed program activities targeting key populations, ensuring adherence to project goals, donor requirements, and ethical guidelines.
Facilitated community engagement and stakeholder collaboration to enhance program reach, acceptance, and impact within target communities.
Monitored program progress and reported on key performance indicators (KPIs), contributing to data-driven decision-making and program optimization.
Provided technical support and capacity building to field teams, optimizing program implementation efficiency and quality of service delivery.
Education
University of Uyo
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Post Graduate Diploma
Public Order and Information Management
University of Uyo
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B.Sc (Third class division)
Banking & Finance
University of Calabar International Secondary School
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West African Senior School Certificate
General Studies
University of Calabar Staff School
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First School Leaving Certificate
Primary Education
Languages
English
Certificates
Resource Mobilization, Project Planning and Financial Management Training
Issued By
Humentum
Programme Management in Global Health Certificate (E-Learning)
Issued By
University of Washington
Skills
Leadership & Management
Executive Leadership, Strategic Planning, Organizational Oversight, Team Leadership, Management Skills, Program Management, Project Planning, Capacity Building, Mentorship.
Financial Acumen
Senior Accounting, Financial Management, Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Grant Management, Audit Compliance, Resource Mobilization, Fiscal Responsibility, Expenditure Tracking.
NGO Operations & Development
International NGO (INGO) Operations, Key Population (KP) Programs, Community Development, Program Implementation, Monitoring & Evaluation, Stakeholder Engagement, Partnership Development, Donor Relations, Health & Empowerment Initiatives.
Core Competencies
Hardworking, Proactive, Dependable, Interpersonal Skills, Team Player, Integrity, Professionalism, Diplomacy, Assertiveness, Respect for Diversity, Strong Communication, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Ability to Work Under Pressure, Self-Motivated, Goal-Oriented, Result-Driven, Fast Learner, Independent Work.
Interests
Hobbies
Reading, Listening to music, Travelling.
References
References
Available upon request