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Obinna Kelechi Oliaku

Obinna Kelechi Oliaku

Helsinki

Summary

Experienced Social Services Worker with a demonstrated history of working with Adults, Youths , and Families, both in government and private organizations. Skilled Practical nurse. Business Development. Forensic Psychology, Mental Health. Management and Organizational Leadership. Strong Social and Healthcare professional with a Master's degree in Global Health and Crisis Management from Laurea University of Applied Sciences, Helsinki, Finland.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Chairman

Finnico NGO (Helsinki, Finland)
01.2013 - Current

A highly motivated Non-For-Profit Organization

designed to connect Finnish Startups and SME's to their Nigerian counterparts, and African markets, providing march-making opportunities through seminars and workshops.

  • My duties included youth counselling, career advising, leadership strategies, general project planning, client service management, community development strategy and job creation strategies.
  • Facilitated high-level negotiations with key stakeholders, securing beneficial agreements for all parties involved.

Social Worker/Practical Nurse

Omakotisäätiö Ry
09.2021 - 12.2023
  • Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
  • Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.

Social Worker/Practical Nurse, Private Care

Attendo Hoivakodit
07.2021 - 09.2021
  • Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute mental health or substance abuse issues.
  • Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.

Catering Volunteer

SLUSH
01.2021 - 01.2021
  • Worked at the Catering team and ensuring that the participants in the media area, meeting area and backstage areas are well taken care of.
  • Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
  • Strengthened partnerships between the organization and local businesses to enhance collaboration opportunities.

Student Volunteer

Laurea Entrepreunership Society
01.2021 - 01.2021
  • Enhanced community outreach by organizing and participating in various volunteer events.
  • Strengthened interpersonal communication abilities through constant interaction with diverse populations during volunteering events.

Volunteer

African and African-European Association (Afaes ry)
05.2020 - 10.2020
  • Facilitated the organization of youth Advisory support for cultural activities, and arrange routine youth meetings.
  • Strengthened partnerships between the organization and local businesses to enhance collaboration opportunities.
  • Coordinated volunteer training sessions to ensure consistent delivery of services across teams.

Education

Master of Science - Global Health And Crisis Management

Laurea University of Applied Sciences.
Helsinki, Finland
04.2022

Leadership Skills For A Changing World

3 AMK SUMMER SCHOOL (MASTERS LEVEL)
Helsinki, Finland
08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Social Services.

Diaconia University of Applied Sciences.
Helsinki, Finland
05.2019

Certification in Business Administration

Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences.
Helsinki, Finland
05.2015

Global Citizenship Maturity Test.

United Nations Association of Finland
Helsinki, Finland
05.2016

Executive Diploma in Intn'l Law And Diplomacy

Kingsley Foundation in Partnership With La Plage M
Online
11.2022

Skills

  • Organizational Leadership
  • Budget Management
  • Stakeholder Relations
  • Program Oversight
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Communication
  • Strategic Planning
  • MS Office; Outlook, Word, PowerPoint

Languages

Igbo
Native language
Finnish
Elementary
A2
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Social Worker/Practical Nurse

Omakotisäätiö Ry
09.2021 - 12.2023

Social Worker/Practical Nurse, Private Care

Attendo Hoivakodit
07.2021 - 09.2021

Catering Volunteer

SLUSH
01.2021 - 01.2021

Student Volunteer

Laurea Entrepreunership Society
01.2021 - 01.2021

Volunteer

African and African-European Association (Afaes ry)
05.2020 - 10.2020

Chairman

Finnico NGO (Helsinki, Finland)
01.2013 - Current

Master of Science - Global Health And Crisis Management

Laurea University of Applied Sciences.

Leadership Skills For A Changing World

3 AMK SUMMER SCHOOL (MASTERS LEVEL)

Bachelor of Science - Social Services.

Diaconia University of Applied Sciences.

Certification in Business Administration

Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences.

Global Citizenship Maturity Test.

United Nations Association of Finland

Executive Diploma in Intn'l Law And Diplomacy

Kingsley Foundation in Partnership With La Plage M
Obinna Kelechi Oliaku