Cyril Setornam Kofi Fiator
Ho
Summary
Dynamic Campaign Coordinator with the National Democratic Congress, skilled in strategic planning and team leadership. Successfully increased voter turnout through innovative outreach initiatives. Proven record in effective record management and public speaking, fostering strong community relationships to enhance political engagement and support. Committed to driving impactful change in local governance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Campaign Coordinator (Presidential and Parliamentary)
National Democratic Congress (NDC)
Ho Central Constituency
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborating with party officials and candidates to formulate effective strategies for outreach, messaging, and voter engagement within the constituency.
- Overseeing efforts to increase voter turnout, including organizing events, rallies, door-to-door campaigns, and transportation for voters to polling stations.
- Managing the campaign team, including volunteers, field agents, and other staff, ensuring they work cohesively towards common goals.
- Ensuring the efficient use of campaign funds and resources, including materials such as posters, flyers, and digital content.
- Building relationships with local community leaders, groups, and organizations to garner support for the NDC and the party's candidate.
- Tracking progress on various campaign activities, collecting feedback, and reporting the status of campaign objectives to higher party officials.
- Acting as the liaison between the campaign and the media, managing press releases, public statements, and any media engagements to maintain positive visibility for the candidate.
- Ensuring constituents are informed about voting procedures, party policies, and the importance of participating in the elections.
- Addressing any issues, controversies, or challenges that may arise during the campaign, ensuring the campaign remains focused and maintains a positive image.
- Overseeing efforts after the election, including thank-you notes to supporters, feedback collection, and preparing for any necessary post-election challenges or recounts.
Constituency Secretary
National Democratic Congress (NDC)
Ho Central Constituency
09.2022 - Current
- Coordinating the day-to-day activities of the NDC in the Ho Central constituency.
- Organizing regular constituency meetings, political events, and election campaigns.
- Working with the constituency executives and other party members to implement party policies at the local level.
- Serving as a key liaison between the constituency members and the national party leadership.
- Assisting in forming strategic political outreach programs to increase voter awareness and participation.
- Managing internal party communications and helping to streamline administrative tasks to improve the overall efficiency of the constituency.
NDC Youth Working Committee Member
National Democratic Congress (NDC)
Ho Central Constituency
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Led youth mobilization efforts and engagement strategies to increase youth participation in local politics.
- Worked on programs designed to encourage voter education and youth-led initiatives in the constituency.
- Collaborated with community leaders to support youth-focused social interventions and developmental projects.
Classroom Tutor
Ghana Education Service
Hohoe
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Subject Tutor: ICT, Social Studies and Mathematics.
Internet Café attendant
Nexus Cyber Café
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Attending to customers at the café.
- Helping customers surf the internet.
- Record keeping.
Assistant Registrar (Head of Unit; Documentations and Archives)
Ho Technical University
Ho
- Oversee the efficient management and systematic organization of the university's documents, records, and archival materials, including student records, faculty and staff records, policy documents, and historical university materials.
- Ensure proper categorization, indexing, and filing of both physical and digital records.
- Ensure compliance with national regulations and university policies regarding record-keeping and data protection.
- Establish and implement proper archival procedures for the long-term preservation of university records and documents.
- Preserve sensitive and important documents using industry-standard archival techniques to prevent deterioration.
- Ensure that documents are stored in a secure and organized environment (both physically and digitally), with proper access controls.
- Supervise the retrieval and dissemination of records and documents upon request, ensuring timely access by authorized individuals while maintaining confidentiality.
- Implement and manage a document retrieval system to facilitate easy access to archives for staff, students, and other stakeholders.
- Monitor and oversee the implementation of a secure digital document management system.
- Ensure that all record-keeping activities comply with relevant legal, regulatory, and institutional guidelines (such as data protection laws).
- Advise and guide other university units on best practices for document management, storage, and retention policies.
- Ensure that records retention policies are followed, and oversee the disposal of records that have reached their retention period by university policy.
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of the documentation and archives staff, providing training and guidance to ensure high standards in record management.
- Foster a collaborative and efficient work environment for the staff within the unit.
- Conduct performance appraisals for staff, ensuring that objectives are met and continuous professional development is supported.
- Ensure that key academic, administrative, and institutional documents are properly documented and archived, including meeting minutes, reports, and faculty memos.
- Develop and implement systems for monitoring and maintaining records of all academic and administrative processes.
- Assist in the creation and updating of institutional policies and procedures for record management.
- Serve as the primary contact for all inquiries related to university documents and records.
- Collaborate with other university departments, such as the Registrar’s Office, Academic Affairs, and the Finance Department, to ensure proper documentation and records management practices.
- Communicate effectively with faculty, staff, and students regarding record-related matters.
- Prepare periodic reports on the status of documentation and archival activities, highlighting key milestones, challenges, and improvements.
- Provide regular updates to senior university management on the progress and effectiveness of records management policies and initiatives.
- Stay updated on emerging trends and technologies in records and information management.
- Advocate for and implement technological advancements in document management systems (e.g., digitization, cloud-based solutions) to improve efficiency and security in the archiving process.
- Ensure the system used for electronic document storage complies with best practices and is regularly backed up.
Junior Assistant Registrar (Faculty Officer: Faculty of Engineering)
Ho Technical University
Ho
- Coordinating day-to-day operations of the faculty office.
- Managing the scheduling of meetings, seminars, and events for faculty staff.
- Handling the communication between faculty members, students, and the university's central administration.
- Maintaining student records, such as enrollment data and academic progress.
- Assisting students with course registration and enrollment processes.
- Providing information about academic programs, course offerings, and regulations.
- Supporting students with issues related to their studies or academic progress, such as advising on course selection.
- Handling the processing of student grades, exam schedules, and results.
- Preparing reports and documents related to academic activities, faculty meetings, and student outcomes.
- Maintaining accurate records of faculty activities, attendance, and leave records.
- Assisting with the planning and coordinating of academic workshops, seminars, and conferences.
- Helping in the preparation of syllabi, timetables, and curriculum updates.
- Collaborating with faculty members to ensure smooth operation of courses and programs.
- Assisting faculty in preparing teaching materials, lab setups, and course assessments.
- Ensuring the availability of teaching resources such as books, software, and lab equipment.
- Helping with faculty development programs and research activities.
- Acting as a liaison between the Faculty of Engineering and other university departments or external bodies.
- Managing the faculty's communication channels, including emails and announcements.
Agricultural Services Manager
Defiat Development Company Limited
- Manage daily operations of agricultural services including crop production, livestock care, and equipment usage.
- Oversee planting, fertilization, irrigation, and harvesting schedules.
- Hire, train, and supervise agricultural workers and technicians.
- Assign tasks, set performance expectations, and evaluate staff performance.
- Monitor and manage budgets for agricultural supplies, machinery maintenance, and labor costs.
- Ensure efficient use of resources to maximize productivity and minimize waste.
- Ensure operations comply with agricultural laws, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
- Implement safety programs and provide ongoing training for staff.
- Coordinate with clients, vendors, and suppliers for procurement of seeds, equipment, and services.
- Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and address client inquiries or concerns.
- Maintain records of crop yields, livestock production, weather patterns, and costs.
- Prepare and present operational reports to upper management or clients.
- Recommend and implement new agricultural technologies and systems to improve efficiency.
- Stay updated on industry trends and innovations.
- Develop short- and long-term agricultural plans aligned with business goals.
- Analyze production data to inform future planning and decision-making.
- Promote sustainable farming practices and conservation efforts.
- Implement water-saving and soil conservation techniques.
- Identify and manage risks associated with pests, weather events, or market fluctuations.
- Develop contingency plans for emergencies or crop failure.
Education
MSc. - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
KNUST
Kumasi12.2022
MSc. - Strategic Management and Leadership
KNUST
Kumasi12.2022
CEMBA - Commonwealth Executive Master in Business Administration
KNUST
Kumasi12.2014
B.Ed - Psychology
UCC
Cape-Coast12.2001
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination -
Kpando Secondary School
12.2001
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Record management
- Data analysis
- Team leadership
- Public speaking
- Strong organization
- Performance evaluation
- Problem resolution
- Policy interpretation
Community Service
- Youth Empowerment and Civic Engagement, 2018 - Present, Lead and coordinate youth-focused programs within the constituency.
- Community Outreach and Development Initiatives, 2017 - Present, Organized and led various community service projects in the Ho Central Constituency.
- Environmental Awareness and Sustainability Campaigns, 2018 - Present, Lead clean-up campaigns and tree-planting initiatives.
- Community Health and Well-being Initiatives, 2019 - Present, Organize community health fairs in collaboration with local healthcare providers.
References
- Dr. Richard Akplotsyi, Senior Lecturer, Ho Technical University, P.O. Box HP275, Ho, Volta Region, 0205050000
- Isaac Meyir, Director of Academic Affairs; Ho Technical University, P.O. Box HP275, Ho, Volta Region, 0208824092
- Dr. Makafui Nyamadi, Senior Lecturer, Ho Technical University, P.O. Box HP275, Ho, Volta Region, 0243154204
- Hon. Edem Agbana, MP Ketu North, Parliament House, 0552477081
Languages
- English
- Ewe
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/19/82
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Ghanaian
- Marital Status: Married
Political Experience
- Campaign Coordinator (Presidential and Parliamentary), National Democratic Congress (NDC), Ho Central Constituency, 2024 General Elections
- Constituency Secretary, National Democratic Congress (NDC), Ho Central Constituency, 09/01/22 - Present
- NDC Youth Working Committee Member, Ho Central Constituency, 2019 - 2022
Timeline
Campaign Coordinator (Presidential and Parliamentary)
National Democratic Congress (NDC)
01.2024 - Current
Constituency Secretary
National Democratic Congress (NDC)
09.2022 - Current
NDC Youth Working Committee Member
National Democratic Congress (NDC)
01.2019 - 01.2022
Classroom Tutor
Ghana Education Service
01.2009 - 01.2011
Internet Café attendant
Nexus Cyber Café
01.2002 - 01.2004
Assistant Registrar (Head of Unit; Documentations and Archives)
Ho Technical University
Junior Assistant Registrar (Faculty Officer: Faculty of Engineering)
Ho Technical University
Agricultural Services Manager
Defiat Development Company Limited
MSc. - Logistics and Supply Chain Management
KNUST
MSc. - Strategic Management and Leadership
KNUST
CEMBA - Commonwealth Executive Master in Business Administration
KNUST
B.Ed - Psychology
UCC
Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination -
Kpando Secondary School