Muhammad Umar Aminu

Development Practitioner | Project Coordinator

Katsina, NG.

About

Highly accomplished Development Practitioner and Project Coordinator with over 5 years of experience driving inclusive economic growth and sustainable livelihoods through strategic project implementation and multi-stakeholder collaboration. Expert in designing and delivering entrepreneurship development programs, fostering private sector engagement, and conducting impactful research to strengthen business and investment climates. Proven ability to coordinate complex initiatives, facilitate dialogue, and empower communities, contributing significantly to youth empowerment and regional trade awareness.

Work

Independent Community Development Initiative

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Community Entrepreneurship Training Facilitator

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Summary

Designed and facilitated a virtual entrepreneurship capacity-building program for women-led and youth-owned SMEs, driving business growth and model development.

Highlights

Designed and facilitated a virtual entrepreneurship capacity-building program, successfully training over 50 women-led and youth-owned SMEs.

Coordinated participant engagement and training logistics using Google Meet and WhatsApp, ensuring seamless delivery of comprehensive entrepreneurship modules.

Developed practical learning materials and implementation guides, empowering participants with tools for sustainable business growth and actionable roadmaps.

Facilitated peer-learning sessions and stakeholder discussions, strengthening entrepreneurial capacity and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Monitored participant engagement and gathered feedback, leading to continuous learning improvements and enhanced program effectiveness.

Ministry for Basic & Secondary Education, Katsina

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Master Grade II

Katsina, Katsina State, Nigeria

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Summary

Led educational and community engagement programs, supporting learning initiatives and fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholders to enhance program outcomes.

Highlights

Coordinated educational and community engagement programs, directly impacting over 1,000 students through structured learning and development initiatives.

Supported the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of learning initiatives, ensuring evidence-based decision-making through meticulous reporting and documentation.

Maintained accurate records and tracked program outcomes, enhancing accountability and transparency in educational and community development projects.

Organized and facilitated numerous meetings, stakeholder consultations, and mentorship activities, fostering strong collaboration with parents, administrators, and community leaders to improve program success.

Facilitated leadership, civic engagement, and community participation programs, actively promoting stakeholder involvement and awareness initiatives.

Volunteer

Conference Volunteer

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Kano Digital Innovation Network (KDIN)

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Supported critical conference logistics and coordination for a multi-stakeholder event, ensuring smooth operations for policymakers, academics, and private sector leaders.

Highlights

Coordinated participant registration and provided attendee support, ensuring a seamless experience for a multi-stakeholder conference.

Assisted with session management, stakeholder communications, and event operations, contributing to the efficient execution of the conference.

Supported relationship-building and knowledge exchange among diverse stakeholders, fostering discussions on economic resilience, financial inclusion, and sustainable development.

Volunteer

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AfCFTA Young Entrepreneurs Federation (AfYEF Nigeria)

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Contributes to youth mobilization and entrepreneurship initiatives, promoting trade awareness and economic empowerment within the African Continental Free Trade Area.

Highlights

Contributed to youth mobilization and entrepreneurship initiatives, supporting the objectives of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Supported awareness creation activities, promoting trade, entrepreneurship, business development, and economic empowerment opportunities for regional growth.

Engaged entrepreneurs, youth leaders, and ecosystem stakeholders, fostering participation in enterprise development initiatives.

Supported stakeholder engagement activities, strengthening collaboration among youth, businesses, and development actors to advance regional trade and economic inclusion.

Education

Umaru Musa Yarʼadua University, Katsina

Katsina, Katsina State, Nigeria
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Bachelor of Science (Education) Physics

Languages

English

Hausa

Certificates

Creating an Investment-Ready Agribusiness

GIZ Agribusiness Facility for Africa (Atingi)

Climate Smart Agribusiness Adaptation

GIZ Agribusiness Facility for Africa (Atingi)

Business Model Canvas for Agribusinesses

GIZ Agribusiness Facility for Africa (Atingi)

Google Project Management Certificate

Google

SAIL Teachers Fellowship

Trade & Investment Fellowship

Google Digital Skills for Africa – Digital Marketing & E-commerce

Google

Skills

SME Capacity Building

SME Development, Training, Mentorship.

Project Coordination

Project Management, Coordination, Implementation.

Stakeholder Engagement

Stakeholder Management, Engagement, Collaboration.

Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration

Cross-functional Collaboration, Partnership, Teamwork.

Public-Private Dialogue Support

Dialogue Facilitation, Policy Advocacy, Government Relations.

Entrepreneurship Development

Business Development, Startup Support, Incubation.

Trade & Investment Promotion

Trade Facilitation, Investment Attraction, Economic Development.

Research & Analysis

Data Analysis, Market Research, Reporting.

Report Writing & Documentation

Technical Writing, Documentation, Reporting.

Workshop & Forum Coordination

Event Planning, Logistics Management, Facilitation.

Policy Awareness & Advocacy

Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Public Relations.

Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E)

Program Evaluation, Performance Monitoring, Impact Assessment.

Partnership Development

Strategic Partnerships, Alliance Building, Networking.

Community Mobilization

Community Engagement, Outreach, Grassroots Initiatives.

Knowledge Management

Information Management, Knowledge Sharing, Content Curation.

Administrative & Operational Support

Office Administration, Operations Management, Logistics.

Data Collection & Analysis

Data Management, Statistical Analysis, Research Methods.

Google Workspace

Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides.

Microsoft Word

Word Processing, Document Creation.

Microsoft Excel

Spreadsheet Management, Data Visualization, Formulas.

Microsoft PowerPoint

Presentation Design, Slide Creation.

Google Meet

Virtual Meetings, Video Conferencing.

WhatsApp

Communication, Messaging.

Canva

Graphic Design, Visual Content Creation.

LinkedIn

Professional Networking, Social Media Management.