FESTUS BUETEY LONGMATEY

• Built partnerships with external organizations that enhanced program offerings and expanded outreach efforts.
• Monitored programming schedules, conformance to guidelines, and quality.
• Ensured compliance with relevant regulations and donor standards, maintaining strong reputation among peers and partners.
• Identified risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Designed evaluation tools that measured success of various programming aspects against organizational objectives.
• Developed strategic plans for organizational growth, resulting in increased program reach and impact.
• Oversaw volunteer recruitment efforts, providing valuable support to staff while offering meaningful opportunities for community members to contribute their expertise.
• Developed and recommended policies and procedures for evaluating programs.
• Led staff training sessions on best practices in program delivery, increasing overall effectiveness across organizations.
• Scheduled and monitored programming to air content as planned.
• Developed proposals and operational plans within assigned areas.
• Evaluated program performance using data-driven approaches to inform decision-making and future planning.
• Managed a team of program managers, fostering professional development and consistently meeting departmental goals.
• Secured funding for programs through successful grant writing and relationship building with donors, leading to greater financial stability.
• Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.

• Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
• Documented all relevant information by filling out forms and completing quarterly reports.
• Planned, promoted, and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
• Advanced goals of agency by working collaboratively with other departments to address systemic issues contributing to child maltreatment.
• Reduced risk factors for children and families by implementing targeted interventions and monitoring progress closely.

• Evaluated progress towards established objectives, identifying areas for improvement and recommending corrective actions.
• Provided insightful feedback on proposed initiatives, ensuring their successful implementation and sustainability.
• Collaborated with fellow members to achieve consensus on key policy decisions, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

• Attended committee meetings to propose, discuss, and contribute to relevant decisions.
• Facilitated open communication among committee members, fostering an environment of trust and mutual respect.

• Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.
• Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
• Participates in developing long-term strategic plans, aligning company goals with market trends and opportunities.
• Collaborated with fellow board members to establish a robust succession planning process for key leadership positions within the network.

• Attended committee meetings to propose, discuss and advance management and investment ideas.
• Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations and policies throughout all aspects of committee operations.

• Collaborated with team members to ensure successful campaigns against the commercialization and privatization of education in Ghana.

• Effectively confidentially managed sensitive information while balancing transparency requirements.
• Trained over 600 child rights clubs in over 600 communities on their rights and responsibilities with a special focus on Education, Health and Sanitation, Child participation, and Child protection in the Eastern, Volta, Central, Greater Accra, and Brong Ahafo Regions.
• Trained over 1,000 child rights club Chaperons and Patrons on the rights and responsibilities of children in the Eastern, Volta, Central, Greater Accra, and Brong Ahafo Regions of Ghana.
• Engaged in community sensitization/education activities in over 600 communities in the areas of child rights, education, health, child protection, and child participation activities across Ghana.
• Trained over 300 community child protection committees in the Volta, Eastern Central, Ashanti, and Brong Ahafo Regions of Ghana.
• Has formed and trained over 100 parent-self-help groups for parents of persons with intellectual disabilities in the Volta Eastern, Central, Greater Accra, and the Brong Ahafo Regions of Ghana.
• Provide regular training for field officers of Child Rights International on child protection activities.
• Formed and trained over 100 child rights clubs to engage in the monitoring of child protection issues such as child labor, child trafficking, child sexual abuse, domestic violence against the child, and female genital mutilation in their communities.
• Created accessible and child-friendly reporting systems in over 200 communities in the Eastern, Volta, Central, Ashanti, and Brong Ahafo regions of Ghana.

1. Lead in implementing approved project activities.

2. In consultation with the national coordinator and finance manager, develop annual work plans and budgets.

3. Support the national coordinator on policy issues relating to education.

4. Produce activity reports within two weeks after activity.

5. Ensure memos requesting funds are submitted at least five (5) working days before activity date.

6. Ensure activity fund retirements are made within seven (7) working days after activity.

7. Prepare periodic project reports.

8. Complete back-to-office reporting template after attending meetings outside the office.

9. Ensure funds for an activity are available at least two (2) working days before the activity.

10. Liaise with national coordinator and finance manager to develop quarterly activity plans and budgets.

11. Participate in weekly performance review and task assignment meetings.

12. Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the national coordinator.

1. Lead in implementing approved project activities.

2. In consultation with the national coordinator and finance manager, develop annual work plans and budgets.

3. Support the national coordinator on policy issues relating to education.

4. Produce activity reports within two weeks after activity.

5. Ensure memos requesting funds are submitted at least five (5) working days before the activity date.

6. Ensure activity fund retirements are made within seven (7) working days after activity.

7. Prepare periodic project reports.

8. Complete back-to-office reporting template after attending meetings outside the office.

9. Ensure funds for an activity are available at least two (2) working days before the activity.

10. Liaise with national coordinator and finance manager to develop quarterly activity plans and budgets.

11. Participate in weekly performance review and task assignment meetings.

12. Perform any other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the national coordinator.

Produce activity reports under the PPP and IE projects within one week after the activity.

2. Ensure MEMOs requesting funds are submitted five (5) working days before the activity date.

3. Strictly ensure activity fund retirements are made within (5) working days after the activity.

4. Complete the back-to-office reporting template after attending meetings outside the office.

5. Ensure funds for an activity are available two (2) working days before the activity.

6. Liaise with the National Coordinator and Finance Manager to develop quarterly activity plans and budgets.

7. Submit monthly time sheets to NC.

8. Participate in every weekly performance review and task assignment

• Created and managed project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Mitigated potential risks by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing appropriate countermeasures or contingency plans as needed.
• Spearheaded successful projects from conception through completion, showcasing strong project management abilities.
• Championed diversity initiatives within the department, promoting an inclusive work environment where all employees felt valued and respected.
• Improved overall department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new policies.
• Prepared and submitted detailed reports regarding assignments
• Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
• Developed and implemented strategic plans to meet organizational goals, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
• Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

• Advised senior management on strategies for improving program effectiveness based on evaluation results.
• Streamlined reporting procedures for improved efficiency and information dissemination.
• Managed relationships with stakeholders to foster collaboration and information sharing.
• Communicated key findings to decision-makers, influencing strategic direction based on evidence-based analysis.
• Led capacity-building initiatives, enhancing overall organizational effectiveness in monitoring and evaluation activities.
• Enhanced data quality by implementing rigorous monitoring and evaluation processes.
• Contributed to project planning efforts with a focus on realistic objectives and achievable targets.
• Conducted regular site visits, ensuring accurate data collection and timely reporting.
• Ensured compliance with donor requirements through diligent documentation and reporting practices.
• Integrated lessons learned from previous projects into future planning efforts, fostering an environment of continual growth and adaptation.
• Developed comprehensive monitoring tools to track project progress and outcomes.

• Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
• Tracked hours and expenses to keep the project on task and within budgetary parameters.
• Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
• Facilitated frequent progress reports and presentations to keep management informed about ongoing activities within their respective domains.
• Identified potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions to project timelines.
• Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
• Elevated overall quality of completed projects by consistently monitoring progress and addressing issues proactively.

• Coordinated venue and catering arrangements, speaker and attendee liaison, and material distribution for meetings and events.
• Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.
• Implemented change management processes that minimized disruptions while maintaining forward momentum on projects.
• Facilitated frequent progress reports and presentations to keep management informed about ongoing activities within their respective domains.
• Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.

• Monitored all government projects stated in the 2014 and 2015 State of the Nation’s Address by His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Ghana

• Improved stakeholder satisfaction with consistent progress updates and prompt resolution of concerns.
• Mitigated risks by identifying potential issues early on and implementing contingency plans as needed.
• Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays.
• Enhanced team collaboration by organizing regular meetings, fostering open communication, and promoting knowledge sharing among team members.
• Conducted post-project reviews to identify areas for improvement and implement lessons learned in future projects.
• Developed comprehensive project plans outlining clear objectives, milestones, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.

• Collaborated closely with other Regional Coordinators to share best practices, optimize resource allocation, and drive overall company success.
• Built a highly efficient administrative team through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.
• Implemented data-driven decision-making processes for improved regional performance outcomes.
• Established a positive work environment that encouraged teamwork and facilitated open communication among team members.

• Chaired meetings of the Board of Directors
• Contributed to the values, goals, and strategic vision of the organization.
• Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to the board of directors.
• Recruited, developed, and retained excellent faculty to meet organizational goals.
• Built strong relationships with donors, ensuring continued financial support for future expansion efforts.
• Provided recommendations to the board of directors on the group's effectiveness, actions, and plans.
• Drove organizational success through the development of sustainable long-term plans aligned with overall corporate goals.

• Collaborated with stakeholders to define clear project goals, leading to consistent alignment with expectations throughout the process.
• Improved donor satisfaction with timely updates and transparent communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Played an active role in brainstorming sessions held to generate innovative ideas/solutions that could potentially be incorporated into existing/new projects being undertaken by the organization.
• Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.
• Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.

• Monitored performance metrics consistently and implemented corrective actions when needed, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Managed budgets skillfully by tracking expenses diligently and allocating resources appropriately based on priority needs.
• Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
• Evaluated operational practices and identified improvement opportunities to develop revisions for systems and procedures.

• .Assisted in developing training materials and organized workshops aimed at enhancing skill sets among staff members working under various capacities on different projects within the organization.
• Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
• Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings, fostering a positive work environment for increased productivity.
• Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows.
• Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.
• Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.

• Cultivated a company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Championed risk management initiatives, resulting in a more resilient organization.
• Reviewed financial reports, budgets, and audit results to monitor the organization's fiscal health.
• Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
• Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
• Monitored financial metrics and provided strategic direction to support financial stability.
• Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate short- and long-term success.
• Served as advocate and ambassador for the organization by fully engaging, identifying, and securing resources and partnerships to advance the mission.

• Streamlined invoice processing for timely payments by implementing efficient organizational systems.
• Ensured consistent application of company expense policies across all project teams by providing training and guidance on proper procedures.
• Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders, providing valuable insights into project performance.
• Oversees the financial, general policy, and operational objectives of the organization
• Prepares financial reports and budgets

• Performed banking, business administration, and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
• Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
• Spearheaded expansion strategies to increase business market share.
• Oversees the financial, General policy, and operational objectives of the Coalition in the Volta Region
• Prepares the Regional financial reports