LOIS EWURAESI OSEI
Accra
Summary
Impact driven professional with over four years experience in research, education, healthcare and stakeholder engagement. Passionate about inclusive African development, innovation and global inclusion. Experienced in independently leading, formulating, and implementing project-based initiatives across multi-cultural spaces through collaborations and teamwork.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Conflict Lab
Remote
04.2025 - Current
- Supported research coordinator in collecting, analyzing, and synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data on critical African development issues, including governance, public health, and youth development.
- Drafted and edited briefing papers, literature reviews, and policy memos, translating complex research findings into accessible outputs for national and regional stakeholders.
- Supported the editorial flow and dissemination of research products by coordinating online webinars, forums, and workshops, engaging +100 researchers, non-profit organizations, youth leaders and policymakers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to design research outputs for addressing strategic research focus areas.
Team Lead, Environmental Sustainability Working Group
African Leadership Academy
Accra, Ghana
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Led a team of 5 in designing and implementing a community-based sustainability intervention, securing USD 1,000 in project funding to pilot a waste segregation model in two public schools.
- Designed and facilitated environmental sustainability workshops for 200+ students and 10 teachers, resulting in a 70% improvement in proper waste disposal practices.
- Developed visual awareness materials and educational content to support behavioral change campaigns.
- Established partnerships with local recycling and composting stakeholders, reducing visible litter by 70% within one month of implementation.
- Coordinated documentation, reporting, and cross-team knowledge sharing through structured monthly update meetings.
Youth, Peace, and Security Programs Officer
Youth Bridge Foundation
Accra, Ghana
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Designed and implemented a 30-day educational digital campaign on election, peace, and security during Ghana's 2024 elections, strengthening youth engagement across 5 regions.
- Collaborated with local and international NGOs, government agencies, and community leaders to advocate for youth involvement in peacebuilding processes.
- Drafted funding proposals to support program scale-up and sustainability initiatives.
- Mobilized and engaged over 500 youth across 5 regions in Ghana on the issues of peace, security, and governance to educate, build their capacity, and hone their leadership skills.
- Designed, coordinated and implemented project-based initiatives focused on education and youth empowerment.
Research Support
African Alliance
Remote
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Led and independently conducted a multi-country baseline study across six African countries examining barriers and enablers to COVID-19 vaccine access through structured desk research and policy analysis.
- Drafted, edited,and disseminated key reports and documents for major international policy stakeholders and government bodies within the inter-developmental sector.
- Supported the write-up and publication of critical think pieces to address issues and share new knowledge within the public health sector.
- Represented the organization at regional conferences and webinars, producing learning briefs and post-event reports to strengthen knowledge dissemination.
Teaching Assistant
University of Cape Town
South Africa
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Facilitated bi-weekly discussions for 60 undergraduate students to help them understand critical concepts within course subjects.
- Developed instructional materials and resources to improve student engagement and understanding of course content.
- Provided structured feedback and one-on-one consultations to improve academic writing and research analysis skills.
- Assisted in monitoring and evaluating student performance through organized documentation and assessment tracking.
Snr Administrative Manager
Loyalty Insurance Company Ltd
Accra, Ghana
09.2018 - 02.2021
- Managed daily communications with 50+ clients, improving customer satisfaction ratings by 5% within one year.
- Coordinated administrative systems including documentation management, professional correspondence, and internal communications workflows.
- Processed underwriting data and captured weekly premiums exceeding GHC 30,000, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
- Maintained structured databases and filing systems to improve operational efficiency.
Intern
Awutu Senya East Municipal Assembly
Ghana
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Created and maintained a database of environmental and sanitation case tracking in the office.
- Supported data collection and analysis for weekly departmental reporting meetings.
- Participated in weekly community sanitation outreach and health education campaigns to improve public compliance with hygiene regulations.
Education
International Relations
University of Cape Town
South Africa09-2023
BA - Political Science
University of Ghana, Legon
Accra05-2018
Skills
- Research and Data Analytics Skills
- Project Planning & Coordination
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Consulting
- Data Management (Qualitative & Quantitative)
- Innovation and Learning
Certification
- Oxford Climate Society on Climate Change, 2025
- ALX Virtual Assistant Program, 2025
- ALX AI Career Essentials Program, 2024
- NVivo Thematic Analysis Software, 2022
Timeline
Team Lead, Environmental Sustainability Working Group
African Leadership Academy
05.2025 - 10.2025
Research Assistant
Conflict Lab
04.2025 - Current
Youth, Peace, and Security Programs Officer
Youth Bridge Foundation
04.2024 - 12.2024
Research Support
African Alliance
09.2022 - 12.2023
Teaching Assistant
University of Cape Town
02.2022 - 12.2022
Snr Administrative Manager
Loyalty Insurance Company Ltd
09.2018 - 02.2021
Intern
Awutu Senya East Municipal Assembly
05.2016 - 09.2016
International Relations
University of Cape Town
BA - Political Science
University of Ghana, Legon
Leadership And Volunteer Experience
Hands of Hope Foundation, Ghana | 12/01/18 to 12/31/21| Founder,
- Founded and led a community-based initiative supporting underprivileged youth through educational outreach and career mentorship.
- Mobilised and raised GHC 4,500+ in funding and in-kind donations, benefiting 200+ vulnerable individuals, including inmates and children in care homes.
- Designed and delivered community education talks and stakeholder engagement activities to strengthen youth empowerment initiatives.
- Coordinated logistics, communications, and reporting for outreach events and donation drives.
St. Mary's Government School, Kasoa| 04/01/17 to 05/31/17| Volunteer,
- Engaged 50 final-year students through the “Akenkan” literacy initiative, promoting reading and academic excellence in public schools.
- Provided structured mentorship sessions on academic and career pathways.
- Delivered interactive communication sessions to encourage student participation and idea-sharing.