CEPHAS JOEL

Multifaceted Professional | Project Coordinator | Trainer
Kaduna, NG.

About

Results-driven graduate with diverse experience spanning education, community development, hospitality, and research, adept at facilitating learning, coordinating projects, and managing operations. Proven ability to leverage strong communication, interpersonal skills, and effective resource management to achieve impactful outcomes and drive organizational success.

Work

National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
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Multidisciplinary Professional (Classroom Teacher, Sensitization Coordinator, Fashion & Design Trainer, Project Coordinator)

Ardo-Kola, Taraba State, Nigeria

Summary

Led diverse initiatives across education, community health, vocational training, and environmental projects, driving engagement and achieving measurable outcomes for the National Youth Service Corps.

Highlights

Designed and delivered interactive lessons for over 100 students, enhancing engagement and comprehension of complex biological concepts as a Classroom Teacher.

Developed and implemented comprehensive lesson plans and assessment tools, contributing to a 15% improvement in student academic performance.

Spearheaded community sensitization campaigns on cholera prevention for over 500 residents, significantly raising public health awareness as a Sensitization Coordinator.

Developed and distributed educational materials and presentations, reaching diverse community groups to promote disease prevention strategies.

Provided hands-on fashion and design training to 20+ Corp Members, equipping them with practical vocational skills as a Fashion and Design Trainer.

Organized and successfully executed multiple tree planting projects, contributing to local environmental sustainability and community beautification as a Project Coordinator.

Coordinated a team of 30+ Corp members and managed project timelines effectively, ensuring 100% completion of tree planting initiatives within set deadlines.

Fwanya Fashion Training Institute
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Fashion and Design Trainer

Wukari, Taraba State, Nigeria

Summary

Delivered comprehensive fashion and design training programs, developing curriculum and assessing progress to empower students with vocational skills.

Highlights

Trained over 50 Corp Members in advanced fashion and design techniques, enhancing their vocational marketability and skill proficiency.

Developed and implemented a practical, hands-on curriculum and training materials, improving learning outcomes by 20% through structured modules.

Conducted rigorous progress assessments and provided targeted feedback, leading to a 95% successful skill acquisition rate among trainees.

ELVIC Hotels
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General Manager

Kamazou, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Directed comprehensive hotel operations and staff management, ensuring seamless service delivery and high customer satisfaction.

Highlights

Managed day-to-day operations across multiple hotel departments, optimizing resource allocation and workflow efficiency.

Coordinated a team of 15+ staff members, improving inter-departmental communication and operational synergy by 15%.

Collaborated effectively with all staff levels, ensuring 98% operational efficiency and consistent adherence to service standards.

Implemented customer service best practices, resulting in positive guest feedback and a 10% increase in repeat business.

Nigeria Institute for Trypanosomiasis Research (NITR)
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Research Assistant (Molecular Biology Laboratory)

Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Summary

Supported molecular biology research through laboratory experiments, data analysis, and literature reviews, contributing to scientific reports and presentations.

Highlights

Conducted precise laboratory experiments and collected critical data for 3+ research projects on trypanosomiasis, ensuring accuracy and integrity.

Performed in-depth literature reviews and analyzed complex data sets, providing key insights for ongoing studies and experimental design.

Contributed significantly to the drafting of research reports and presented findings to scientific teams, enhancing project dissemination and knowledge sharing.

Education

Kaduna State University
Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science

Biology (Hons)

Aglican Junior Seminary School
Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Senior Secondary School Certificate

General Studies

St. Louis Nursery and Primary School

Primary School Certificate

Primary Education

Languages

English

Certificates

Human Resource Management (HRM)

Issued By

Learn to Live Business School Online

Soft-skills Training

Issued By

Jobberman Online

Skills

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Digital Communication.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Public Speaking, Active Listening, Conflict Resolution, Cross-functional Collaboration.

Autonomy & Initiative

Independent Work, Self-management, Proactive Problem Solving.

Instructional Design & Delivery

Curriculum Development, Experiential Learning, Performance Assessment, Student Engagement.

Customer Service & Relations

Client Relationship Management, Issue Resolution, Service Excellence, Stakeholder Engagement.

Planning & Management

Strategic Planning, Resource Allocation, Task Prioritization, Project Coordination.

Data Analysis

Quantitative Analysis, Qualitative Research, Data Reporting, Statistical Interpretation.

Research & Presentation

Literature Review, Data Visualization, Public Speaking, Academic Writing.

Time Management & Organization

Prioritization, Scheduling, Workflow Optimization, Record Keeping.

Leadership & Team Management

Team Leadership, Mentorship, Performance Management, Conflict Resolution, Cross-functional Teamwork.

Interests

Teaching
Reading
Meditating
Traveling
Writing