Obiefule Bob Onwuliri

CURRICULUM VITAE NAME: ONWULIRI, OBIEFULE BOB PERMANENT ADDRESS: NO. 22 Latunde Close, Ago–Okota, Isolo, Lagos, Nigeria TELEPHONE: +234 703 180 8979 OR +234 802 404 9063; E-MAIL ADDRESS: [email protected] DATE OF BIRTH: February 15, 1961; NATIONALITY: Nigerian; MARITAL STATUS: Married MY PERSON - • Elections Expert, Programme Expert, Logistics Expert and Administrator, with twenty one years working experience out of which twelve have been with the United Nations Agencies. • Developed great expertise working in post-conflict and politically tensed environment like Afghanistan, Somalia, East Timor, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Nigeria. • Strong leadership skills, very confident, self-inspiring and receptive to constructive criticisms. • Have acquired the skill of balancing decision making on specifics and in broad spectrum as well as skills to conceptualize, plan and execute ideas to their successful completion • Ability to effectively and harmoniously work in a multi cultural setting with peers, subordinates, superiors and a very good skill in training and capacity building. • Highly proficient in written and spoken English Language • Knowledgeable in the use of the following computer applications – Lotus and Microsoft (Words, Excel, Power Point and Access) PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND PRACTICAL WORK EXPERIRNCE • Electoral Operation (Planning & Implementation) • Administration/Logistics . Programme Management • Human Resources • Training & Capacity Building • Civic and Voter Education / Registration • Coordination of Election Observers December 2003 to Date Director of Programme, Grassroot Empowerment Initiative, Nigeria • Involved in institutional reform and capacity building for Local Government staff in budgetary and project planning, monitoring, control and evaluation; • Advised on proposals writing and budgets preparation for new projects/extensions of projects in conjunction with the relevant units, teams and finance staff; • Assisted Local Government Councils in the planning, execution and monitoring of development projects; • Assisted and Developed the capacity of the community groups to monitor government projects in their area; • Encourage community initiated projects and their contribution (financial and human) towards the execution of the project and Assisted communities to source fund from their people, organisations, donor bodies and governments for the project; • Organised seminars, symposiums, workshops, lectures etc on good governance and people oriented projects; • Assisted the Local Government Councils and Communities in the feasibility study of developmental projects; • Establish small groups for propose of providing them micro finance assistance to establish businesses of their own. • Developed and implemented logistics planning with field offices, coordination of logistics, arrangements to facilitate efficient clearance, storage and distribution of supplies and equipment to end-users; • Planned donor meetings and addressed compliance issues, ensuring all projects is in line with the procedures; • Managed and administer financial and logistical systems/procedures of the organization as well as maintained and adhered to all support functions to ensure effective and efficient operation; • Monitored monthly expenditures (cash book management), accurate budget control and overall responsibility for financial management at the project site in line with project proposals. • Maintained an accurate monitoring of project expenditures in liaison with the Finance Officer and Assisted the Project Coordinator in preparation of project budget, revisions and financial reports; • Procured equipment, goods and services according to the organization’s procedures and regulations; • Developed specifications based on end user requirements and shortlisted contractors based on investigation of markets as well as policy considerations, evaluation of offers and bids; • Prepared appropriate documentation and forms for contract award, contracts, and Purchase Orders; • Liaised with contractors/suppliers to ensure timely delivery and liaise with end-users, contractors and suppliers on quality deficiencies and on appropriateness of goods; • Endorsed invoices in accordance with Financial Rules and Regulations, inventory control, and all other tasks associated with procurements; • Optimized, in conjunction with other team members, the use of human, logistical and financial potential; • Carried out appraisals as per the organization’s standard requirements and procedures; • Responsible for the selection, recruitment, capacity development, training, safety and welfare of all staff members; Carried out representation with other NGOs, UN agencies, local and national government bodies, donors and other relevant parties; September 2008 to November 2010 Regional Electoral Advisor, Enhancing Legal and Electoral Capacity for Tomorrow (ELECT Project) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Afghanistan • Advised the Independent Election Commission (IEC) of Afghanistan on the conduct of genuine election in accordance with guidelines issued by the IEC and instructions from ELECT HQ. • Advised with regard to planning, management and implementation of the electoral operational/Logistics plans; • Built capacity of IEC counterpart by providing advice on electoral field coordination strategies within the Region; • Advised on effective civic and voter education; • Provided guidance to the National counterparts on troubleshooting during voter registration, polling and counting processes for the 2009 Afghan and 2010 elections; • Provided expert advice and capacity building to the National counterparts on the Management of Personnel and material; • Assisted the Regional Electoral Coordinator in the development and implementation of effective internal reporting mechanism, day-to-day management and coordination of all activities at regional level; • Worked as the Head of the Regional ELECT Office, included the supervision of Staff, Managed the ELECT regional team of a Regional Security Advisors, Regional Outreach Advisors, Regional Training Advisors, Regional Logistics Advisors, Regional Admin and Finance Advisors, Provincial Electoral Advisors, Provincial Outreach Advisors, Provincial Training Advisors and other National Regional ELECT staff; • Monitored Regional and Provincial offices to ensures that guidelines and instructions issued are complied with and implemented in accordance with the overall electoral concept of operation and in accordance with the time line; • Liaised with UN agencies, other International/Governmental bodies, Political Parties, Community leaders, women/youth leaders, media and Civil Societies on election related issues; • Coordinated with the International forces, National Police/Army, National Directorate of security and other security stakeholders on electoral security; • Provided regular/weekly analytical reports on the electoral process to the HQ; May to September, 2008 Logistics Officer (Elections), United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Sierra Leone. • Advised and Assisted the National Elections Commission (NEC) on the development and implementation of logistical plans, arrangements for the electoral operations and contingency plan; • Formulated standard operating procedure and Provided expert advice on the management and coordination of logistical plans and arrangements including those for transport, movement of materials and personnel, warehousing, packaging, recovery, facilities and communications for the operation; • Provided capacity-building to the NEC counterpart by assisting in the efficient functioning of the logistics section and coordinated activities to ensure that all resources, support and election materials and facilities are in place and operational; • Ensured timely, accountable and cost effective delivery of cargo and personnel; • Coordinated Logistics activities and liaised with procurement, finance and other substantive units in respect of acquisition, importation and distribution of electoral material; • Capacity Building of NEC counterparts by providing advice on electoral Logistics strategies and provided logistics support for ongoing air, land and sea operations; • Advised and Coordinated on the clearing of air and sea cargo for the electoral operations; • Assisted the Advised on the coordination of logistics operation with UN agencies, Donor bodies and Government agencies. • Prepared reports on personnel and material movement and other operational logistics issues. December 2006 to October, 2007 Operations/Logistics Advisor, United Nation Development Program, Sierra Leone • Assisted the National Elections Commission (NEC) counterpart with regard to planning, management and implementation of the electoral operational plan; • Ensured equal participation of all eligible citizens in exercising their right to vote; • Promoted meaningful participation of women in electoral and governance process by making sure that they had equal access and were not discriminated against; • Ensured all eligible voters willing to register got a chance, with emphasis on the Internally Displaced Persons in the county; • Planned, Coordinated and conducted the implementation and monitoring of Operational/Logistics activities, training programs and civic/voter education campaigns and activities on voter education and Polling in my Area of Responsibility (AOR); • Capacity building of NEC counterpart by providing advice on electoral field coordination strategies within the district; • Assisted the NEC counterpart in ensuring that all operational tasks are completed on time, comprehensively and in accordance with the election operational plan, timeline and election regulations. • Ensured effective and efficient Management of the Electoral fleet, Assisted the National Elections Commission (NEC) counterpart in coordination of all personnel and material movements in close coordination with the NEC Operations and Logistics departments; • Advised political parties on the Electoral process and their role in monitoring the Electoral process; • Provided expert advise and capacity building to the National counterparts on the Management of materials, including the receipt, storage, packaging and distribution of these materials; • Advised the National Counterparts on development and implementation of effective internal reporting mechanism; • Advised on the Exhibition of the voter list; • Supervised polling Officers in AOR and ensured all activities comply with operational plans and procedures for the election and from time to time help in resolving crisis related to Electoral process; • Conducted advisory meeting with UN agencies, security counterparts, community leaders on the Electoral process; • Supervised the team of Electoral Advisers - Training/Civic Education and the Logistics Adviser; • Reported to Operations Advisor on electoral developments in my AOR. January 2005 - December 2005 Operation /Logistics Advisor, (Electoral Division), United Nations Mission in Liberia • Advised and Assisted the National Elections Commission (NEC) counterpart in the planning, management and monitoring of the programme; • Ensured transfer of skills to the National counterpart enabling them to provide effective and efficient operational and logistics support to NEC personnel for carrying out their mandated task; • Advised and assisted the NEC counterpart on the supervision and conduct of civic and voter education; • Provided Expert advice and capacity building of the National counterpart on the Management of electoral process and materials including the receipt, storage, packing and distribution of materials; • Assisted in the management and maintenance of the transport fleet as well as communication equipment; • Represented the Electoral Division at the Sector 1 Inter-Divisional weekly security meeting and Informed the meeting on the developments in Electoral Division and coordinate the security need of the Electoral Division within the sector; • Supervised the activities of the County Electoral Advisers on Logistics, Civic educators, trainners, Electoral Support Officers, Electoral Supervisors, Field Registration officers, Exhibition and polling staff and support staff; • Provided weekly analytical Reports to the Chief of Operations September 2004 – January 2005 Logistics Officer (Field Coordination HQ); United Nations Mission in Afghanistan • Prepared standard operating procedure and Provided expert advice on the management and coordination of logistical plans and arrangements including those for transport, movement of materials and personnel, warehousing, packaging, recovery, facilities and communications for the operation; • Ensured cost effective, accountable and timely delivery of cargo and personnel; • Developed instructions and coordination mechanisms for election logistics staff in the 34 provinces of Afghanistan; • Coordinated the Logistics activities in all the Regions (worked as the focal points); Plan and coordinate the procurement shipment/importation, supply and retrieval of materials and equipment; • Cleared goods at the air port; Supplied same to the Regional and Provincial offices; ensured the packaging and shipment of goods in and from the warehouse; • Coordinating field Logistics operation issues with various security stakeholders including the Afghan National Security Forces and the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF); • Provided Capacity building for our Local counterparts in the planning, management and execution of the electoral process • Provided weekly analytical reports on all field Logistics operations throughout Afghanistan March 2004 - August 2004. Regional Logistics Officer; United Nations Mission in Afghanistan • Supervised activities of Logistics, Security, Finance, Administrative/Personnel and Transportation Units at the region; • Developed plans for the execution and support of the Registration, Electoral and Counting processes; • Managed and distributed vehicles to the different Provinces within the Region; Manage the receipt, storage and timely distribution of voter registration, electoral and counting material and equipment to the Provinces; • Responsible for the Human Resources and Admin. Activities at the Regional and Provincial levels including recruitment of local staff, managed the deployment plan of staff and materials; • Planned and Organised electoral flight movements in the Region; Met with the Head of UNAMA Office, Government Officials, Community leaders, Military Commanders, Security/Police Chief, and other relevant entities on security, logistics and other issues as it affected the registration, electoral and counting processes; • Managed the finances in the region and procurement of little items at the Regional and provincial levels; • Managed the registration database of the Region and the shipment of registered figure and materials to the data centre; • Supported the activities of the Civic Education, Training, Security unites and the programme activities of the Region; • Established and managed the Regional counting centre and ensured the successful completion of the process; • Successfully managed the electoral processes amidst volatile security situations; • Due to my dedication and satisfactory performance, I was appointed Logistics Officer (Field Coordination HQ) December 1993- December 2003 Director of Administration and Human Resources, BOC Resources Limited Nigeria • Responsible for administrative, personnel issues and staff welfare; managed the day-to-day running of the office and company’s property; • Supervised transport, logistics, Corporate Affairs and General Services units • Formulated guidelines and procedure for policy and strategies; • Prepared the unit’s annual plan, budget and its implementation; • Responsible for the purchase, storage and distribution of goods; • Designing adequate management and employment tools as well as formulating guidelines and procedure for their application; • Prepared and advised management on human resources and other management polices and strategies; • In charge of employment, training, posting, evaluation and Identification of staff development requirements; • Developed and analyzed benefits and compensation packages; Formulated and reviewed staff appraisal criteria and methodology appropriate to the operating environment; January, 2001-June 2002 1. District Registration Coordinator, 2. Civil Registration Officer, United Nations Transitional Administration in East Timor (UNTAET) • Established the District Registration Office; Managed the district office - Personnel and program activities; Hired and trained local staff; • Coordinated the conduct of campaigns and civic education on the need for Civil registration; • Carried out the delimitation of the district into operational areas; Identified registration centers; • Created and managed the civil registry database; Registered the inhabitants of the district and verify their identity and residence; • Registered individual adults and the issued them with National identity cards; Registered Births, Deaths, Marriages, Divorces and the issuance of their certificates; • Capacity Building of the national staff members; Periodic review and up-date of these vital statistics; Coordination and supervision of the registration teams in the district; • Provided logistics support to the registration teams; Receiving, storage, packaging and distribution of materials to the registration teams; Liaised with local authorities on issues affecting the civil registration; • Provided of electoral roll to electoral unit. • Elevated to the post of District Registration Coordinator due to my impressive performance June - September 1999 District Electoral officer, United Nations Mission in East Timor (UNAMET) • Assisted in the organization and conduct of the popular consultation in East Timor on the acceptance or rejection of a constitutional frame work for autonomy for East Timor; • Participated in the mapping and Delimitation of the region; Coordinated the activities of the team in the sub region; • Supervised and implemented the registration of voters; • Monitored the security situation and political campaigns; Organized and conducted of civic education on the need for peace, good government and voters education; • Organized the election in my area of responsibility and Participated in the central counting of the ballots for the whole country etc. January - March 1999 Logistics Officer, United Nations Electoral Assistance Secretariat (UN-EAS) in Nigeria • Assisted in setting up and managed the UN-EAS regional office and was in charge of administrative and communication network, Gathered necessary information and planned out deployment route for International Observers; Collected relevant information and briefing materials for International Observers; • Trained/briefed and Organized logistics arrangement (e.g. accreditation, transportation, accommodation, communication & security) for the International Observers; • Monitored the activities of the International Observers; Collected and analyzed election procedure and result; Reported same to the head office etc March 1992 - December 1993 Administrative and Personnel Manager, Business Machines Limited, Lagos Nigeria • Assisted in ensuring the day to day running of the Company; In charge of company’s property; • Supervised the purchasing unit and saw to the distribution of goods to branches; • Identified and prepared personnel and staff development policies; Designed and developed guideline for the recruitment, posting, training and evaluation of staff; Responsible for staff welfare; • Researched on conceptual and methodological area of Human resources practice in order to keep abreast of new initiatives and changes with a view to apply them to the company. May 1990 - May 1991 Repatriation / Integration Monitor, United Nations High Commission for Refugees, Somalia. • Supervised administrative, personnel and project activities in the North/West region of Somalia; • Registration of refugees and displaced persons within the region and was involved in Voluntary repatriation and Provision of food, materials and other grants during repatriation; • Monitored resettlement and local integration of returnees; • Managed the Camps and Liaised with other United Nations agencies and Government bodies on the procurement and distribution of food and other assistance to displaced persons and refuges as well as on other refugees related matters; • Coordinated the activities of other International NGOs/local supporting agencies in the areas of health, education, agriculture, security; • Maintained advisory relationship with the regional government on issues affecting refugees and Displaced persons; • Reported regularly to the Country office on the program activities and security situation of the region; August 1985 - May 1990 Protocol officer/Personal Assistant to the Managing Director, Chubon Nigerian Limited • Coordinated the branch offices and sales outlets; • Ensured timely and cost effective clearing of imported goods and subsequent shipments to branches and outlets; • Reviewed the work of branch representatives; Prepared forecasts and review developments with the Managing director; • Assisted the Managing Director in planning, day to day running and directing company priories and in mapping out strategies for achieving specific objectives and growth projections etc. January 1977 – 1981 1. Sub Unit Officer, 2. Field Officer, World Bank Oil Palm Project (Small-Holders Management Unit), Isiala Ngwa, Imo State, Nigeria. • Advised farmers on field preparation and planting of the oil palm seedlings; • Reviewed all documentation for the approval of new or the extension of existing palm plantations for completeness and conformity with requirement; Assisted in the reviewing of all existing projects for continued viability; • Canvassed for and appraised farmers’ performance for the purpose of distribution of grants and formulation of loan proposals; • Managed the sub office, Personnel and project and Reported to the regional office etc ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS • 2010 - Masters of Science (candidate) in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution, National Open University of Nigeria. • 1985 - Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Political Science, University of Jos, Jos Nigeria • 2009 -Advance Diploma in “Effective Electoral Assistance” Institute for International Political Studies (Istituto Per Gli Studi Di Politica Internazionale) Milan, Italy, • 2004 – 2005 - Certificates of completion - United Nations Institute of Training and Research (UNITAR) Courses in the following:- (a) Logistical Support to United Nations Peacekeeping Operations; (b) Operational Logistic Support of a United Nations Peacekeeping Mission: Intermediate Logistics. (c) The Conduct of Humanitarian Relief Operations: Principles of Intervention and Management Referees: To be supplied on request.

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