ADAOBI OGOCHUKWU UGWU, PhD

Health and Physical Education Teacher, Consultant & Digital Transformation Advocate
Enugu, NG.

About

Dynamic Health and Physical Education Teacher and consultant with over 13 years of experience, blending academic instruction with real-world expertise in health education, climate change, and technology. Specializing in curriculum development, learning experience design, and inclusive classroom management, I leverage a PhD in Educational Management and Policy and certifications in Salesforce and AI to drive impactful capacity-building initiatives with development and humanitarian organizations. My focus is on empowering learners to address complex global issues, fostering critical thinking, and promoting sustainable development through innovative pedagogical approaches.

Work

PINE CREST COLLEGE ENUGU
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Health and Physical Education Teacher/Sports Coach/United Nations Accredited Climate Change Teacher

Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria

Summary

Led health and physical education instruction and climate change initiatives, designing engaging curricula and managing student welfare for secondary students.

Highlights

Developed and delivered engaging, inquiry-based learning materials for over 100 students across 7th-9th grades in Health, Physical Education, and Basic Science, improving comprehension and retention.

Facilitated student-centered lessons in health education and environmental sustainability for diverse learners, fostering critical thinking and global awareness of complex issues like climate change.

Designed and led teacher training workshops and school-based programs, integrating UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to enhance curriculum relevance and pedagogical effectiveness.

Co-led the sports committee in planning and executing bi-annual sports programs for 500+ students, fostering multicultural talent development and community engagement.

Managed comprehensive administrative responsibilities for 29 students, including documentation, issue resolution, and confidential information handling, consistently achieving outstanding feedback.

JOINT PROFESSIONALS TRAINING AND SUPPORT INT'L (JPTS)
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Lecturer

Nigeria, Nigeria

Summary

Developed and delivered comprehensive course content for undergraduate students across nursing, biology, and healthcare management disciplines.

Highlights

Developed comprehensive course content and delivered lectures to undergraduate students on nursing foundations, general biology, primary health care, and health care management.

Conducted in-depth research and created compelling presentations to enrich course materials and student learning.

Designed and graded examination scripts for multiple courses, ensuring fair and accurate assessment of student comprehension.

MEFROC COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
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Graduate Assistant

Nigeria

Summary

Supported academic staff in teaching and research while coordinating a large-scale institutional event.

Highlights

Supported senior lecturers in teaching and research activities, contributing to academic program delivery.

Coordinated with cross-functional teams and departments to successfully organize the Inaugural Matriculation Ceremony, engaging over 800 education stakeholders and community members.

NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS
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Classroom Teacher/Administrative Assistant

Adamawa, Adamawa State, Nigeria

Summary

Gained hands-on experience in classroom teaching and executive assistantship, contributing to community development initiatives.

Highlights

Developed impactful training materials for 300+ college students for an HIV/AIDS awareness program, earning a state honors award for community development.

Utilized statistical techniques to interpret and analyze data, providing actionable insights for project evaluation.

Managed essential office tasks, including systematic filing and comprehensive report generation, ensuring efficient administrative operations.

Maintained professional communication with stakeholders via phone and email, ensuring smooth operational flow.

IGWEBUIKE GRAMMAR SCHOOL AWKA
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Undergraduate Intern/Practicum

Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria

Summary

Provided administrative and academic support, developing foundational teaching and organizational skills.

Highlights

Provided administrative support to the school principal, enhancing efficiency in daily operations.

Supported departmental teachers in grading student exam scripts and compiling termly academic results.

Engaged in practical teaching activities, developing foundational pedagogical skills.

Volunteer

Bridge for Billions- Lafiya Incubation Program
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Mentor

Summary

Mentored participants in the Lafiya Incubation Program, providing guidance and support for their projects.

ALX AFRICA- Salesforce Platform Administrator Certification Program
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Mentor

Summary

Provided mentorship to individuals pursuing Salesforce Platform Administrator Certification, aiding in their professional development.

Tech- Enabled Teacher Community
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Social Media Volunteer

Summary

Managed social media presence for the Tech-Enabled Teacher Conference 2.0, enhancing digital outreach.

Highlights

Served as a Social Media volunteer for the Tech-Enabled Teacher Conference 2.0, enhancing digital outreach and engagement for the event.

UNITED NATIONS
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Volunteer

Summary

Volunteered with the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Arts Zambia for the NGOMA Awards 2025 project.

Highlights

Contributed to the planning and execution of the NGOMA Awards 2025 project in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Arts Zambia.

AmpliYouth Mentorship Program -UNODC Nigeria
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Mentor

Summary

Mentored participants within the AmpliYouth Mentorship Program, fostering youth development.

Technology for Development
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Volunteer TechGirls Drive Project

Summary

Inspired young girls in technology through the TechGirls Drive Project.

Highlights

Actively participated in the TechGirls Drive Project, engaging and inspiring young girls to pursue careers and interests in technology.

Engage Africa Foundation
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Core Team Member

Summary

Planned and hosted online health festivals and translated critical health messages for wide dissemination.

Highlights

Co-planned and hosted annual online health festivals, sensitizing over 1000 participants on non-communicable disease prevention.

Translated WHO COVID-19 health messages into Igbo language for 1000+ online participants, ensuring broader accessibility and understanding.

Model United Nations Impact Nigeria
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National Secretary

Summary

Coordinated youth programs focused on leadership, public speaking, and global problem-solving skills development.

Highlights

Coordinated youth programs, training over 200 college students in leadership and public speaking to develop practical solutions for world problems.

Enugu State Teachers for the Global Goals
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Ambassador

Summary

Trained teachers on integrating UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into classroom lesson planning.

Highlights

Trained educators on integrating UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into classroom lesson planning and delivery, enhancing curriculum relevance and global awareness.

Lagos Food Bank

Summary

Conducted research and data analysis to support food security initiatives.

Highlights

Conducted research and data analysis to support food security initiatives and program development, contributing to evidence-based decision-making.

Strategy and Innovation for Development
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Partner

Summary

Developed and delivered curriculum, training 20 women in agro-skills and biogas project management.

Highlights

Developed and delivered a learning curriculum, training 20 women in agro-skills and biogas project management to foster agro-entrepreneurship.

ALX AFRICA
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Enugu State Programs Manager

Summary

Managed capacity building for young girls in menstrual hygiene and organized town hall meetings to promote tech careers.

Highlights

Managed capacity building for young girls in menstrual hygiene and organized monthly town halls for alumni, galvanizing youth towards technological jobs in Africa.

Collaborated with peers to host activation programs in Enugu State, enhancing community engagement and program reach.

Enugu State World Largest Lesson School and Family Activation Program - UNESCO initiative
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Assistant Coordinator

Summary

Led youth and citizen engagement initiatives, training over 150 individuals on SDGs for improved living.

Highlights

Led youth and citizen engagement initiatives, training over 150 students and community members on SDGs for sustainable living and improved outcomes.

Education

Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria
Nigeria

PhD

Educational Management and Policy

Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria
Nigeria

Master of Science (Ed)

Educational Management and Policy

Grade: 4.28/5.00

Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria
Nigeria

Bachelor of Science (Ed)

Educational Management and Policy (Health Education)

Grade: 3.99/5.00 (Second Class Honors Upper Division)

Awards

Global Diplomatic Digital Education Ambassador (Lpmv-GDDEA) Award

Awarded By

LA PLAGE META VERSE

Recognized for outstanding contributions as a Global Diplomatic Digital Education Ambassador.

Outstanding Teacher, Reimagining Education Teacher award

Awarded By

Enugu Window on America, Nigeria

Awarded for exceptional teaching and innovative approaches to education.

Adamawa State government service award for outstanding National Youth Service Corps personal community development project

Awarded By

Adamawa State government

Received for outstanding personal community development project during National Youth Service Corps.

Best Departmental Secretary Award

Awarded By

Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Faculty of Education

Recognized for exemplary performance as Departmental Secretary.

Publications

Comparative Analysis of Classroom Management Practices Adopted by Teachers for Quality Assurance in Public and Private Secondary Schools in Enugu State.

Published by

Top Academic Journal of Humanities and Social Sciences.

Summary

Analyzes classroom management practices for quality assurance in secondary schools.

Motivation and Time Management Practices Adopted by Teachers for Quality Assurance in Public and Private Secondary Schools in Enugu State.

Published by

Irish Journal of Educational Practice.

Summary

Examines teacher motivation and time management practices for quality assurance.

Prevalence of Stress and Depression: A Comparative Study of First Year and Final Year Undergraduates.

Published by

International Journal of Global Health and Tropical Diseases Research

Summary

Compares stress and depression prevalence among first and final year undergraduates.

Educational Managers and Primary School Teachers' Perception on Climate Change Issues in Basic Education Curriculum in Anambra State, Nigeria.

Summary

Investigates perceptions of climate change issues among educational managers and teachers.

Effect of Sports on the academic performance of student-athletes of Obafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife Osun State, in 2011 and 2014 NUGA games.

Published by

World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews.

Summary

Analyzes the impact of sports participation on the academic performance of student-athletes.

A strategic analysis of health behaviour change initiatives in Africa.

Published by

Glob Health Action.

Summary

Provides a strategic analysis of health behavior change initiatives across Africa.

Strategies Employed by Teachers for Instilling Virtues in Primary School Pupils in Anambra State, Nigeria.

Published by

Association For Childhood Educators Nigeria Journal, ACEN-6-2020

Summary

Explores teacher strategies for virtue instillation in primary school pupils.

Languages

Igbo
English
French

Certificates

Advanced Certificate Course in Social Standards

Issued By

Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Markudi (JOSTUM) Institute of Procurement, Environmental and Social Standards (IPESS)

Advanced Human Resource Management Certification

Issued By

Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka, Anambra State Nigeria

Monitoring and Evaluation Fundamental Training

Issued By

Nile African Development Organization UK

Generative Artificial Intelligence

Issued By

Linkedin Learning

Ethics in the Age of Generative AI

Issued By

Linkedin Learning

Managing Successful Field Research

Issued By

World Bank

Safeguarding for Managers

Issued By

British Council UK

Safeguarding for Teachers

Issued By

British Council UK

Certified Product Manager

Issued By

National Information Technology Development NITDA

Salesforce Certified Artificial Intelligence Associate

Issued By

Salesforce

Asana Workflow Specialist

Issued By

Asana

Salesforce Certified Administrator

Issued By

Salesforce

Salesforce Certified Associate

Issued By

Salesforce

Ideas for a Better World: Leading Change through Policymaking

Issued By

Influencing Policymaking Training with British Council

Specialized Module on Gender and Climate Change, Children and Climate Change, Human Health and Climate Change, Cities and Climate Change, International Legal Regime

Issued By

United Nations Climate Change Teacher Training with United Nations Climate Change Learn

Skills

CRM Skills

Salesforce Administrator, Configuration Management, Business Intelligence, Business Solutions, Product Management, Project Management, Customer Service, Quality Assurance and Control, Productivity, User Interface and User Experience Design, Employee Training App and Web Design, Data Management, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Collaboration, Workflow Building, Problem Solving, Personal Productivity, Communication.

Teaching Skills

Curriculum Planning, Problem-solving skills, Multitasking Abilities, Coaching and Mentoring, Progress Tracking, Creative Thinking, Student Motivation, Experiential Learning, Learner Empowerment, Classroom Management, Training Facilitation.

Artificial Intelligence Skills

Automation, Business Intelligence, Applications of AI, Customer Service, Business Solutions, Computer Science, Data Governance, AI Ethics and Trust.

Software & Tools

Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Asana.

Research & Analytics

Research Designs, Research Methodologies, Quantitative Research, Statistical Data Analysis, Systematic Review, Fieldwork.

Program Management

Program Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Capacity Building, Project Coordination, SDG Integration.

References

References

Available on request

Projects

Vibrant Openness Index for Communication and Expression (VOICE) Research in Nigeria

Summary

Served as a Research Team Member for a project focused on communication and expression in Nigeria.

The Prevalence of Food Insecurity in Low-Income Households in Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Assisted in statistical data analysis for research on food insecurity.

A Strategic Analysis of Health Behaviour Change Initiatives in Africa

Summary

Assisted in the systematic review of research on health behavior change initiatives.

Strategies Employed by Teachers for Instilling Virtues in Primary School Pupils in Anambra State, Nigeria

Summary

Assisted in fieldwork for research on virtue instillation strategies in primary schools.

Principals' Supervisory Roles for Quality Assurance in Secondary Schools

Summary

Conducted quantitative research to assess principals' supervisory roles in ensuring quality assurance.