CHIZOBA ERICA KEMAKOLAM

Chief Executive Director | Social Impact Strategist | Peace Advocate

Abuja, NG.

About

Visionary Chief Executive Director and social impact strategist with extensive experience in peacebuilding, education, and community development. Adept at leading NGO initiatives, cultivating strategic partnerships, and influencing policy processes to drive sustainable local actions and foster social cohesion. Proven ability to deliver high-impact community interventions, enhance education, and advocate for gender-responsive policies across Africa.

Work

Practical Peace Education and Development Initiative (PPEDI)

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Chief Executive Director (CEO)

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

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Summary

Led PPEDI, a non-profit focused on peace education, gender responsiveness, leadership development, and social cohesion, driving strategic planning and program execution.

Highlights

Spearheaded overall strategic planning, fundraising, and execution for organizational programs focused on peace education, gender responsiveness, leadership development, and social cohesion.

Designed and implemented school-based peace and leadership initiatives, training hundreds of secondary school students, community women, and youth in conflict transformation and governance.

Cultivated strategic partnerships with regulatory bodies, local government schools, community leaders, and development partners to significantly scale program reach.

Oversaw institutional governance, financial reporting, and project monitoring for PPEDI, ensuring high-impact delivery and accountability of community interventions.

Engaged in high-level policy dialogues with government and security institutions, advocating for peace, education reforms, and rights for youth, children, women, and girls.

Contributed to the development of community-informed strategies and recommendations, enhancing peacebuilding and development engagements.

Participated in high-level delegations and stakeholder consultations, influencing national peacebuilding and education efforts.

Education

Mediation Training Institute (MTI) ADR centre Nigeria

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
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Professional Certificate Mediation

Federal College of Education, Zuba, FCT, University of Maiduguri affiliate, Nigeria

Zuba, FCT, Nigeria
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Post Graduate Diploma Education

African Center for Leadership, Strategy and Development (Center LSD) Federal Capital Territory Abuja, Nigeria

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
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Executive Course Leadership

University of Port Harcourt, Choba, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
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Post Graduate Diploma Sociology (Social Works)

Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria

Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Science (BSc) Sociology

Army Day Secondary School, Elele, Rivers State Nigeria

Elele, Rivers State, Nigeria
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Senior School Certificate General Studies

Sure Way Montessori Nursery. & Primary School, Elelenwo, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

Elelenwo, Rivers State, Nigeria
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First School Leaving Certificate General Studies

Languages

English

Certificates

Professional Certified Mediator

Mediation Training Institute (MTI) ADR centre Nigeria

Skills

Policy Analysis and Advocacy

Policy Engagement, Policy Development, Policy Review, Government Relations.

Research and Academic Writing

Evidence-based Programming, Report Writing, Academic Research, Data Analysis.

Conflict Analysis and Mediation

Conflict Transformation, Peacebuilding, Interfaith Dialogue, Dispute Resolution.

Gender and Youth Responsiveness

Gender Integration, Youth Empowerment, Women's Rights, UNSCR 1325 (WPS), UNSCR 2250 (YPS).

Education Policy Review

Education Reforms, Curriculum Development, Educational Effectiveness, Access to Education.

Diplomacy and Parliamentary Affairs

Multi-stakeholder Dialogue, International Relations, Government Liaison.

Stakeholder Engagement

Community Engagement, Partnership Development, Cross-functional Collaboration, Public Speaking.

Program Design and Evaluation

Program Management, Project Monitoring, Impact Assessment, Strategic Planning, Community Interventions.

Facilitation and Public Speaking

Workshop Facilitation, Presentations, Training Delivery, Public Advocacy.

Social Impact Strategy

NGO Leadership, Community Resilience, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Social Cohesion.

Institutional Governance

Organizational Leadership, Financial Reporting, Accountability, Risk Management.

Fundraising

Grant Acquisition, Donor Relations, Resource Mobilization.

Trauma Awareness and Reconciliation

Psychosocial Support (MHPSS), Conflict Healing, Post-conflict Recovery.

WASH Program Management

Adolescent Sexuality Education, Menstrual Health Management, Hygiene Promotion.

References

Dr. Mrs. Blessing Oby Azubuike (PhD)

Department of Social Standard, Federal University of Technology Owerri {FUTO} Imo State, Tel-08033266707

Dr. George Ikpot (PhD)

Secretary General, Universal Peace federation, Peace Embassy, FCT Abuja, Tel-08076502014

Projects

Education Sector Renewal Initiative Research and Validation

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Summary

Conducted research in collaboration with Education Research Center (ERC) as a team member for the validation of The (ESRI) Education Sector Renewal Initiative, focusing on the new 12-year Ministerial model plan.

WASH Program: Together for a Period – Friendly World Empowering Girls Through Adolescent Sexuality Education, Menstrual Health and Hygiene Management. SDG 3,4,5,6

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Summary

Organized in partnership with Blessing Fidel Foundation, this program focused on adolescent sexuality education, menstrual health, and hygiene management for girls, aligning with SDGs 3, 4, 5, and 6.

Peace Education and Leadership Training Programme: 'Balancing Academic Excellence and Leadership in School'

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Summary

Supported by the Mediation Peace Vocational and Training Initiative, this program focused on balancing academic excellence and leadership for students.