FREDERICK ADU-GYAMFI
International Development Consultant
Accra,Greater Accra
Summary
Accomplished International Development Practitioner recognized for leveraging strong team leadership and development to drive forward progress. Highly organized, detail-oriented leader skilled in directing high-performing teams to develop solutions and solve operational and technical problems. Success implementing systems across multiple operations with superior organizational and communication skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
ACTING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR / CONSULTANT
EARLY GRADERS NETWORK
09.2023 - Current
- Develop and implement a clear vision and strategic plan for the organization, aligning it with the mission and values
- Provide leadership in setting goals, objectives, and strategies for achieving the organization's mission
- Collaborate with the board of directors and staff to develop and update long-term strategic goals and initiatives
- Monitor and evaluate the organization's progress towards its strategic goals
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization, ensuring effective management of resources, finances, and staff
- Develop and manage the annual budget, ensuring financial sustainability
- Foster a positive and inclusive work culture that aligns with the organization's values
- Lead the development, evaluation, and enhancement of educational programs and initiatives in alignment with the organization's mission and strategic plan
- Explore new opportunities and partnerships to expand the organization's impact in the education sector
- Ensure the implementation and execution of high-quality programs that meet the needs of the target beneficiaries
- Oversee the assessment and monitoring of program outcomes and impact
- Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to secure financial resources for the organization's programs and operations
- Cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors, and grant-making organizations to secure funding and support
- Prepare grant proposals and oversee the process of grant applications and reporting
- Maintain strong relationships with the board of directors, providing regular updates and seeking their guidance and support
- Advocate for policy changes and initiatives that support the organization's goals and benefit the education sector as a whole
- Raise awareness about education issues and the impact of the organization's work through various channels, including media and online platforms.
COUNTRY MANAGER
LUMINOS FUND
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Manage day-to-day field operations and overall delivery of Luminos' program in Ghana, including program monitoring, teacher training, vendor and inventory management, child protection and safeguarding, and finance functions
- Lead engagement with Luminos' Implementing Partners (IPs), including budgeting, impact, learning, compliance, and reporting
- Review reports from partners and field-based teams, liaise with both through daily and weekly check-in calls, and respond appropriately based on the needs of the team and the program
- Oversee writing and timely submission of reports on program activities, data, and finances
- Liaised closely with the Ministry of Education, District Education Offices, and IPs to support teacher and student selection, community engagement, data collection, monitoring, assessment administration, teacher training and support, and transition of students into government schools following completion of the program
- Provide input and support to research and external evaluations associated with the program
- Contribute to the overall strategic direction for Luminos' work in Ghana, in consultation with the Luminos Programs team to set and deliver key growth and quality targets
- Lead the effort to embed Luminos techniques and approaches within the Ghana program
- Update Luminos global executive team on Ghana operations, successes, and challenges
- Oversee management of the Luminos Ghana office operations, including legal, HR, and finance functions
- Ensure compliance requirements are met (e.g., registration renewal, tax clearance, annual audit, annual reporting to the Department of Social Welfare, etc.)
- Maintain an up-to-date repository for organization documents including grant agreements, internal policies and procedures, and other operational records
- Lead Luminos' engagement with stakeholders in Ghana, including government, civil society, and the donor community
- Serve as the principal liaison between Luminos and the Ministry of Education
- Establish and build collaborative relationships with education sector stakeholders, partners, government, and the donor community
- Assist and guide Luminos in identifying and managing consultants and other service-rendering firms
- Support collection of compelling student and classroom stories to communicate Luminos' work in Ghana to a variety of audiences.
ZONAL TEAM LEADER
FHI360, USAID PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATION: LEARNING
04.2016 - 01.2023
- Ensure that program activities are within the stipulated timeframes, and that overall budget parameters are adhered to, responsible for managing staff working in the program, and managing partner and donor relations
- Responsible for management of the technical activities and implementation of the learning project; ensured that learning program components are results-oriented, ensured high quality deliverables, and relevant and timely reporting
- Provide routine updates to senior management on all training related initiatives (upward feedback, day-to-day interactions with staff)
- Interfaced with all key stakeholders including Regional and District Directors of education, project partners and the donor
- Supervised the Regional MEL Officer and Training and Coaching Coordinators, providing direction for work plan activities based on guidance issued by the Senior Management Team (SMT)
- Ensured functionality of the project zonal office including monitoring attendance and coordinating zonal meetings, performing staff appraisals and onboarding of new staff
- Developed and shared zonal workplans and activity budgets with the finance director
- Managed training operations including planning, communications, and administration
- Continually improved effectiveness and operational efficiency of the learning program
- Monitored and reported on program effectiveness based on continual monitoring
- Travel to project districts to ensure smooth implementation and undertake sensitization and awareness activities
- Ensure compliance of all USAID rules and policies
- Produce activity-based reports (weekly, quarterly, annually) including success stories and share with the relevant activity leads and SMT
- Assist in proposal writing for new projects.
PROGRAM OFFICER
JAPAN INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION AGENCY (JICA)
04.2010 - 03.2016
- Follow up on on-going projects to ensure a successful completion and achievement of project objectives
- Participate in monitoring and mid-term reviews of projects
- Contributing to the programming coordination of JICA activities and structures
- Reviewing and providing comments on the coherence between JICA's strategic objectives and its operational activities and programmes
- Develop and implement strategies for volunteer programs and training initiatives in alignment with JICA's objectives and partner country needs
- Coordinate the selection, orientation, and placement of volunteers in collaboration with partner organizations and host institutions
- Establish and maintain relationships with partner government agencies, NGOs, and other relevant stakeholders to foster collaboration and ensure program effectiveness
- Act as a liaison between JICA, partner organizations, volunteers, and government officials to facilitate smooth communication and cooperation
- Develop monitoring frameworks and tools to track the progress and impact of volunteer programs and initiatives
- Prepare comprehensive reports, including success stories, lessons learned, and recommendations for program improvement
- Prepare budgets, manage program finances, and ensure effective utilization of resources in compliance with JICA's guidelines and policies.
AREA ACCOUNT DEVELOPER
COCA COLA BOTTLING COMPANY LIMITED, GHANA
09.2006 - 05.2008
- Responsible for the management and supervision of three Manual Distribution Centers (MDC)
- Handle customer complaints and make recommendation
- Engage in field marketing survey
- Identify opportunities and create new outlets
- Educate customers on selling practices to ensure compliance with company standards
- Help dealers to expand sales in their territory
- Maintain up-to-date customers' records and submit daily and weekly reports
- Prepare sales analysis on customers and products in sales territory
- Supervised daily inflow and outflow of products from the MDC
- Check stock rotation, stock levels and make orders when stock falls below minimum operating levels.
Education
Master of Science - Development Management
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Kumasi, Ghana02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Administration
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
Accra05.2006
Skills
- Stakeholder Relations
- Contract Management
- Vendor Relations
- Quality Control
- Business Development
- Grant Writing
- Operations Management
- Program Management
- Fundraising
- Project Management
Accomplishments
- Created District Learning Teams [DLTs] in all 16 districts in Greater Accra
- Successfully coordinated the training of over 4000 School Management Committee [SMC] members in 6 districts in Greater Accra
- Member of the Technical Working Group [TWG] that spearheaded the drafting of the Facilitators Guide for High Performing SMCs [Solutions Package]
- Member of the Literacy Advisory Committee [2017-2018]
- Member of the PPP working group of the National Radio Reading Program
Relevant Training
- Project Leadership and System Design - Framing Complex Problems with Systems Thinking [ Cornell University, USA]
- Project Leadership and System Design - Organizing the Project and its Components [Cornell University, USA]
- Finance and Business Performance - Assessing Non-profits Using Financial Statements and Ratios [Cornell University, USA]
- Finance and Business Performance - Fundraising and Revenue Generation [Cornell University, USA]
References
Available upon request
Affiliations
- Research
- Reading Novels
- Travelling
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ACTING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR / CONSULTANT
EARLY GRADERS NETWORK
09.2023 - Current
COUNTRY MANAGER
LUMINOS FUND
01.2023 - 08.2023
ZONAL TEAM LEADER
FHI360, USAID PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATION: LEARNING
04.2016 - 01.2023
PROGRAM OFFICER
JAPAN INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION AGENCY (JICA)
04.2010 - 03.2016
AREA ACCOUNT DEVELOPER
COCA COLA BOTTLING COMPANY LIMITED, GHANA
09.2006 - 05.2008
Master of Science - Development Management
KWAME NKRUMAH UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Bachelor of Science - Administration
UNIVERSITY OF GHANA
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