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PEACE  AHOVI

PEACE AHOVI

Social Researcher
Accra,AA

Summary

Research support and communications professional with 19 years of experience supporting climate change, renewable energy, and green hydrogen initiatives within international research environments. Strong background in governance, policy coordination, analytical reporting, and stakeholder engagement, with extensive experience supporting data-driven research dissemination at national and regional levels

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Public Relations Officer

WASCAL
04.2017 - Current
  • Developed and executed comprehensive communication strategies to enhance organizational visibility.
  • Managed media relations, fostering partnerships with journalists and influencers for effective outreach.
  • Crafted engaging press releases, articles, and content to promote events and initiatives.
  • Coordinated public events and campaigns, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and brand messaging.
  • Supported climate and energy research programs through coordination of reports, databases, and monitoring systems.
  • Contributed to scenario-based communication on energy transition, green hydrogen, and climate policy impacts.
  • Assisted interdisciplinary teams by translating complex research outputs into policy-relevant communication materials.
  • Supported governance and institutional analysis relevant to national and regional transformation pathways.
  • Coordinated institutional reporting systems supporting climate and energy research visibility.
  • Managed and disseminated research-based content related to climate change, renewable energy, and green hydrogen.
  • Supported preparation of annual, mid-term, and progress reports used for policy and research evaluation.
  • Worked closely with researchers and international partners to communicate complex climate and energy concepts clearly.
  • Supported national and international conferences through event coordination, documentation, and dissemination.

Executive/Bilingual Secretary

WASCAL
12.2014 - 04.2017

§ Ensured WASCAL Governing Board decisions were implemented by the Executive Director within the provided deadlines.

§ Prepared executive management reports, Board news, and quarterly newsletters.

§ Served as protocol officer for the organization.

§ Combines as a secretary to the WASCAL Ministerial Council.

§ Managed stakeholder relations. Assisted and obtained legal documents such as Host Country agreement, Tax Exemptions, and clearance certificates from the government of Ghana agencies for WASCAL.

§ Worked closely with the Finance Department to ensure accurate member states contributions were up to date.

§ Used contact management database to update telephone directory for the WASCAL Governing Board, ministerial Council, all the 15 ECOWAS member country representatives, and stakeholders for easy accessibility.

§ Prepared responses to correspondence, transmitted, received, and acknowledged electronic mails and messages.

§ Prepared PowerPoint presentation slides for Directors’ meetings.

§ Prepared agenda for meetings and took minutes of the proceedings.

§ Filed and retrieved corporate documents such as WASCAL-signed contracts, records, and reports.

§ Took part in the day-to-day administrative work and performed other duties assigned.

§ Ensured WASCAL Governing Board decisions were implemented by the Executive Director within the provided deadlines.

§ Prepared executive management reports, Board news, and quarterly newsletters.

§ Served as protocol officer for the organization.

§ Combines as a secretary to the WASCAL Ministerial Council.

§ Managed stakeholder relations. Assisted and obtained legal documents such as Host Country agreement, Tax Exemptions, and clearance certificates from the government of Ghana agencies for WASCAL.

§ Worked closely with the Finance Department to ensure accurate member states contributions were up to date.

§ Used contact management database to update telephone directory for the WASCAL Governing Board, ministerial Council, all the 15 ECOWAS member country representatives, and stakeholders for easy accessibility.

§ Prepared responses to correspondence, transmitted, received, and acknowledged electronic mails and messages.

§ Prepared PowerPoint presentation slides for Directors’ meetings.

§ Prepared agenda for meetings and took minutes of the proceedings.

§ Filed and retrieved corporate documents such as WASCAL-signed contracts, records, and reports.

§ Took part in the day-to-day administrative work and performed other duties assigned.

§ Ensured WASCAL Governing Board decisions were implemented by the Executive Director within the provided deadlines.

§ Prepared executive management reports, Board news, and quarterly newsletters.

§ Served as protocol officer for the organization.

§ Combines as a secretary to the WASCAL Ministerial Council.

§ Managed stakeholder relations. Assisted and obtained legal documents such as Host Country agreement, Tax Exemptions, and clearance certificates from the government of Ghana agencies for WASCAL.

§ Worked closely with the Finance Department to ensure accurate member states contributions were up to date.

§ Used contact management database to update telephone directory for the WASCAL Governing Board, ministerial Council, all the 15 ECOWAS member country representatives, and stakeholders for easy accessibility.

§ Prepared responses to correspondence, transmitted, received, and acknowledged electronic mails and messages.

§ Prepared PowerPoint presentation slides for Directors’ meetings.

§ Prepared agenda for meetings and took minutes of the proceedings.

§ Filed and retrieved corporate documents such as WASCAL-signed contracts, records, and reports.

§ Took part in the day-to-day administrative work and performed other duties assigned.

§ Ensured WASCAL Governing Board decisions were implemented by the Executive Director within the provided deadlines.

§ Prepared executive management reports, Board news, and quarterly newsletters.

§ Served as protocol officer for the organization.

§ Combines as a secretary to the WASCAL Ministerial Council.

§ Managed stakeholder relations. Assisted and obtained legal documents such as Host Country agreement, Tax Exemptions, and clearance certificates from the government of Ghana agencies for WASCAL.

§ Worked closely with the Finance Department to ensure accurate member states contributions were up to date.

§ Used contact management database to update telephone directory for the WASCAL Governing Board, ministerial Council, all the 15 ECOWAS member country representatives, and stakeholders for easy accessibility.

§ Prepared responses to correspondence, transmitted, received, and acknowledged electronic mails and messages.

§ Prepared PowerPoint presentation slides for Directors’ meetings.

§ Prepared agenda for meetings and took minutes of the proceedings.

§ Filed and retrieved corporate documents such as WASCAL-signed contracts, records, and reports.

§ Took part in the day-to-day administrative work and performed other duties assigned.

Ensured WASCAL Governing Board decisions were implemented by the Executive Director within the provided deadlines.

  • Led cross-functional teams to align strategic objectives with operational goals.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing across departments.
  • Streamlined communication channels between departments, promoting teamwork and collaboration.

§ Prepared executive management reports, Board news, and quarterly newsletters.

§ Served as protocol officer for the organization.

§ Combines as a secretary to the WASCAL Ministerial Council.

§ Managed stakeholder relations. Assisted and obtained legal documents such as Host Country agreement, Tax Exemptions, and clearance certificates from the government of Ghana agencies for WASCAL.

§ Worked closely with the Finance Department to ensure accurate member states contributions were up to date.

§ Used contact management database to update telephone directory for the WASCAL Governing Board, ministerial Council, all the 15 ECOWAS member country representatives, and stakeholders for easy accessibility.

§ Prepared responses to correspondence, transmitted, received, and acknowledged electronic mails and messages.

§ Prepared PowerPoint presentation slides for Directors’ meetings.

§ Prepared agenda for meetings and took minutes of the proceedings.

§ Filed and retrieved corporate documents such as WASCAL-signed contracts, records, and reports.

§ Took part in the day-to-day administrative work and performed other duties assigned.

Africa Director’s Assist/Customer ServiceExecutive

Syntek Global Incorporated
11.2012 - 08.2014
  • Directed cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and alignment with corporate goals.
  • Led development of key performance indicators, driving accountability and informed decision-making across departments.
  • Warmly greeted customers by employing positive telephone etiquette and asked well-rounded questions to identify issues.
  • Explained the benefits and advantages of different products and services offerings to customers and taught them how to build their team (network marketing).
  • Sent payonneer links to distributors to apply for master cards.
  • Resolved customers’ most burning questions.
  • Created distributors’ individual websites and linked them to the Company’s website.
  • Made PowerPoint presentations on the company’s products in both English and French that brought on board.
  • Trained francophone distributors to build their team (from Togo, Benin, Burkina-Faso, Cameroun, Côte d’Ivoire, and Niger).
  • Prepared meeting agenda and took minutes.
  • Arranged flights and accommodation for funders, staff, and distributors for Syntek events within and outside Ghana.
  • Requested petty cash and stored stationery for the office.
  • Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment on strategic objectives and foster collaboration across divisions.

Executive Secretary

Gaming Commission of Ghana
08.2007 - 01.2013
  • Coordinated executive schedules and prioritized meetings to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Managed correspondence and communication for senior executives, ensuring timely responses.
  • Developed and maintained filing systems to streamline document retrieval processes.
  • Prepared agendas and minutes for board meetings, facilitating effective decision-making.
  • Prepared meeting materials and organized visibility events for the office.
  • Granted licenses and permits to Casino operators and companies that run customer promotions with elements of games of chance, respectively.
  • Collaborated with other administrative team members, human resources, and the finance department on special projects and events.
  • Designed PowerPoint presentations for monthly divisional meetings with top-level executives.
  • Opened, read, and replied to routine letters.
  • Supported Chief Operations Officers with daily operational functions.
  • Handled screen and prioritized telephone calls.

Personal Assistant

UNESCO Cluster Office
09.2006 - 05.2007
  • Managed complex calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments for executives.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails and the fax machine.
  • Organized personal and professional calendars and circulated reminders.
  • Prepared PowerPoint presentation slides for the Director’s meetings.
  • Attended business meetings and took meeting minutes.
  • Translated basic documents from and into English and French.
  • Stored and managed office files.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements, including itineraries and accommodations, ensuring seamless logistics.
  • Prepared and organized meeting materials, enhancing presentation quality and participant engagement.
  • Streamlined office processes by implementing digital filing systems, improving document retrieval efficiency.

Education

MBA - Corporate Governance

University of Professional Studies
Accra, Ghana
04-2018

BBA - Marketing

Methodist University College
Accra, Ghana
02-2016

High School Diploma -

Fordham Institute
Accra, Ghana
02-2006

Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with leadership and supervisory experience supporting team and project coordination
  • Strategic planning
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with leadership and supervisory experience supporting team and project coordination
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to translate complex information clearly and professionally
  • High-level administrative competence with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Proficient in the use of office technology and tools to support efficient workflow
  • Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently or collaboratively in fast-paced, research-driven environments
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to translate complex information clearly and professionally
  • High-level administrative competence with strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Proficient in the use of office technology and tools to support efficient workflow
  • Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently or collaboratively in fast-paced, research-driven environments
  • Climate change and energy transition communication
  • Policy and governance analysis
  • Scenario-based communication and stakeholder engagement
  • Conference and scientific dissemination support

Additional Information

WORKSHOPS/SEMINAR ATTENDED

§ Science Communication Seminar November 21st -22nd, 2024

University of Würzburg, Germany.

§ UPSA Practitioners Forum, April 29th – 30th, 2018

Accra, Ghana.

§ Women’s International Leadership Conference April 18th – 19th, 2016 (Bremen, Germany).

§ Business Entrepreneurship Awareness Seminar – April 18th – 19th, 2011, (Accra, Ghana).

§ Strategic Business Development Workshop, March 27th-28th, 2010, (Accra, Ghana).



REFERENCES:

Dr. Solomon Nwabueze Agbo
Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH

Wilhelm-Johnen-Straße
52425 Jülich

s.agbo@fz-juelich.de

Phone: +49 1521 5809279


Dr. Daniel Ofori

WASCAL Senior Finance Manager

ofori.d@wascal.org

Tel: +233244784868


Dr. Laurent Sedogo

Former Executive Director of WASCAL

Email: Sedogo.dep@gmail.com

Tel: +226 70208015


Mr. Abdallah Nii Commey

Former WASCAL Publish Relations Manager

Email: niithecommey@gmail.com

Tel: +23 244992430

Certification

  • Master of Business Administration in Corporate Governance, 2018. - University of Professional Studies – Accra, Ghana.
  • Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing, 2016, Methodist University College - Accra, Ghana.
  • Diploma in Bilingual Secretary (English and French), 2006, Fordham Institute - Accra, Ghana.

Timeline

Public Relations Officer

WASCAL
04.2017 - Current

Executive/Bilingual Secretary

WASCAL
12.2014 - 04.2017

Africa Director’s Assist/Customer ServiceExecutive

Syntek Global Incorporated
11.2012 - 08.2014

Executive Secretary

Gaming Commission of Ghana
08.2007 - 01.2013

Personal Assistant

UNESCO Cluster Office
09.2006 - 05.2007

MBA - Corporate Governance

University of Professional Studies

BBA - Marketing

Methodist University College

High School Diploma -

Fordham Institute
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