ISAIAH DAMILARE OLA
Youth Governance Advocate & Institutional Builder
N/A, NG.About
Highly motivated Youth Governance Advocate and Institutional Builder with a proven track record in designing and leading impactful community-based initiatives. Specializes in fostering civic responsibility, democratic culture, and leadership development, notably as the Founder of The 25 House, a disciplined youth ecosystem comprising 49 diverse members. Passionate about empowering youth inclusion in governance and operationalizing democratic principles at the grassroots level to drive societal change.
Work
The 25 House
|Founder & Lead Convener
N/A, N/A, Nigeria
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Summary
Led the strategic design and operational execution of a youth governance ecosystem, fostering civic engagement and leadership development for nearly 50 members.
Highlights
Spearheaded the design and implementation of 'The 25 House,' a youth governance ecosystem, establishing comprehensive entry criteria, codes of conduct, and accountability frameworks to foster civic responsibility among 49 active members.
Facilitated daily civic reflection sessions and structured leadership development programs, enhancing critical thinking, negotiation, and ethical leadership skills for over 49 diverse youth members.
Enforced rigorous participation standards and institutional compliance policies, cultivating a disciplined environment that drove adherence to community guidelines and operational protocols.
Coordinated applied capacity-building exercises focused on communication, negotiation, critical thinking, and responsible leadership, directly improving member proficiencies and engagement.
Developed and utilized structured reporting systems to track participation metrics and behavioral growth, providing data-driven insights into member development and program effectiveness.
Championed youth inclusion by establishing distributed leadership roles within clan structures, empowering members to take ownership and leadership in community initiatives.
FirstBank Nigeria
|Relationship Manager
N/A, N/A, Nigeria
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Summary
Managed diverse client portfolios and delivered comprehensive financial advisory services while ensuring strict regulatory compliance.
Highlights
Managed diverse client portfolios, providing tailored financial advisory services and fostering long-term relationships that contributed to client retention and satisfaction.
Strengthened stakeholder engagement and effectively applied conflict-resolution skills, successfully mediating complex client issues and preserving critical business relationships.
Ensured strict adherence to regulatory compliance and internal operational standards, mitigating risks and maintaining operational integrity for client transactions.
Volunteer
Community Engagement Initiatives
|Community Facilitator & Program Designer
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Summary
Designed and facilitated impactful community programs focused on youth development, civic responsibility, and conflict resolution.
Highlights
Facilitated structured youth dialogues on civic responsibility and ethical leadership, fostering critical discourse and engagement among participants on key governance issues.
Designed and implemented applied sales and accountability drills, demonstrably building resilience and enhancing negotiation skills among youth participants.
Championed respectful dialogue and conflict de-escalation strategies within youth networks, successfully resolving disputes and promoting a collaborative environment.
Education
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
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B.Sc
Education & Biology
Languages
English
Skills
Governance & Institutional Design
Governance, Institutional Design, Policy Development, Framework Development.
Youth Engagement & Capacity Building
Youth Development, Community Engagement, Capacity Building, Program Development, Leadership Development.
Accountability Framework Development
Accountability, Framework Design, Performance Tracking, Compliance.
Conflict De-escalation
Conflict Resolution, Mediation, Peacebuilding, Negotiation.
Public Communication
Public Speaking, Stakeholder Communication, Advocacy, Dialogue Facilitation.
Program Coordination
Project Management, Program Management, Event Coordination, Operational Oversight.
Interests
Democratic Governance
Democracy, Civic Engagement, Policy Advocacy.
Peacebuilding & Youth Participation
Peacebuilding, Youth Empowerment, Social Justice.
Institutional Development
Organizational Development, Capacity Building, Policy Reform.