Sunday Agwu Esidene
International Security & Operations Specialist
Abuja, NG.About
Results-driven security and operations professional with over four years of experience safeguarding World Bank operations in high-risk environments. Proven expertise in emergency response coordination, travel clearance management, and security communications, adept at stakeholder liaison and crisis management. Instrumental in enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with stringent international security protocols in multicultural settings.
Work
World Bank Country Office
|Traveler Country Clearance Officer / Staff Emergency Focal Person (Contract)
Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
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Summary
Served as a critical 24/7 security and communications focal point, ensuring the safety of World Bank personnel and assets while maintaining operational readiness in high-risk environments.
Highlights
Managed 24/7 security coordination and communications, acting as the primary focal point for all security-related matters and ensuring continuous operational readiness.
Streamlined travel clearance processes, meticulously maintaining records for enhanced tracking, reporting, and accountability of staff and consultants in high-risk regions.
Conducted comprehensive security assessments for diverse travel locations, collaborating with World Bank Security Management and UNDSS to inform robust risk mitigation strategies.
Functioned as the 24/7 single point of contact for emergency triage, efficiently coordinating resources and maintaining detailed incident logs to ensure rapid and effective response to critical situations.
Operated as a command-and-control node, facilitating seamless communication between guard force personnel, security supervisors, and the Country Security Specialist during routine and emergency operations.
Managed and operated diverse emergency communication equipment, including UHF/VHF/HF radios and satellite phones, ensuring reliable communication channels during critical incidents.
Reviewed and approved country clearance requests for World Bank staff and consultants, ensuring strict adherence to organizational security policies and protocols, minimizing travel risks.
Monitored CCTV systems proactively, initiating shelter-in-place and lockdown protocols to enhance facility security and personnel safety.
SOS Children's Village Abuja
|Fundraising Coordinator (Contract)
Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria
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Summary
Led and optimized fundraising campaigns and teams, driving donor acquisition and retention while ensuring compliance with data protection and ethical standards.
Highlights
Recruited, trained, and performance-managed a team of fundraisers, optimizing individual and collective performance to consistently achieve fundraising targets.
Developed and managed daily work schedules and logistics for fundraising teams, ensuring efficient deployment and operational flow across various locations.
Identified and secured diverse new fundraising locations (streets, malls, events), expanding outreach opportunities and significantly increasing donor acquisition channels.
Managed fundraising budgets, meticulously tracking income and expenses, and generated comprehensive performance reports for management to inform strategic decision-making.
Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) including attrition, ROI, and registration numbers, utilizing data to implement effective strategies that improved team performance and met targets.
Ensured strict compliance with fundraising standards and GDPR data protection regulations, safeguarding donor information and maintaining organizational integrity.
Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with partners and supporters, enhancing collaborative efforts and community engagement initiatives.
Engraced Royale Int'l Foundation Kaduna (NGO)
|Volunteer / Field Agent
Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria
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Summary
Facilitated community outreach and program implementation, enhancing engagement and data management for a non-profit organization.
Highlights
Generated community awareness for organizational programs, expanding reach and engagement with target beneficiaries.
Managed participant registration and data capturing processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping for program evaluation and reporting.
Served as a key liaison between the NGO and partnership hospitals, fostering collaborative relationships to enhance service delivery and outreach.
Produced comprehensive reports and feedback, contributing to program improvement and effective stakeholder communication.
Education
Ahmadu Bello University Zaria
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Master
Public Administration
University of Calabar
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B.Ed.
Education Technology
Languages
English
Certificates
Certified Occupational Health Safety and Environment (HSE 1,2, &3)
Issued By
N/A
Child and Youth Safeguarding Policy (SOS Children's Villages)
Issued By
SOS Children's Villages
BSAFE (UNDSS)
Issued By
UNDSS
Action Counters Terrorism Course. A.C.T
Issued By
N/A
International Watchkeepers Course
Issued By
N/A
Worldbank Traveler Country Clearance Dashboard certification
Issued By
World Bank
Cyber Security Awareness Certificate (World Bank)
Issued By
World Bank
Social Media Engagement Certificate (World Bank)
Issued By
World Bank
Personal Data Privacy Certificate (World Bank)
Issued By
World Bank
Core Values and Code of Ethics Certificate (World Bank)
Issued By
World Bank
Teacher Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)
Issued By
Teacher Registration Council of Nigeria
Skills
Security Operations
Travel Country Clearance, Mission Support, Emergency Response Coordination, Incident Response Coordination, Crisis Management, Security Reporting, Situation Monitoring, Journey Management Planning (JMP), Incident Logging & Reporting, CCTV & Communications Systems, Shelter-in-Place Protocols, Lockdown Protocols, Risk Advisories, Atmospherics Monitoring, Security Policies Compliance.
Administrative & Coordination
Administrative Support, Documentation Support, Stakeholder Liaison, Organizational Skills, Logistics Management, Record Keeping, Cross-functional Coordination, Protocol Support, Electronic Incident Logging.
Communication & Technology
Emergency Communications Equipment, UHF/VHF/HF Radios, Satellite Phones, Landline Communication, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, Social Media Monitoring, Security & Risk Awareness, CCTV Monitoring, Data Capturing.
Fundraising & Program Management
Fundraiser Recruitment, Fundraiser Training, Performance Management, Work Scheduling, Team Logistics, Coaching, New Location Identification, Budget Management, Income/Expense Tracking, Performance Reporting, KPI Monitoring (Attrition, ROI), Strategy Implementation, F2F Fundraising, Market Trend Analysis, Data Protection (GDPR) Compliance, Relationship Building (Partners, Supporters), Active Listening, Rapport Building, Program Awareness Creation.
Analytical & Problem Solving
Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Security Condition Assessment, Data Analysis, Fault Reporting, Strategic Planning.
References
References
On request.