I'm ZAYNAB IKAZ
- KASSIM

Development Consultant, Change Maker, Passionate about Women and Children

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About Me.

Development Consultant, Change Maker, Passionate about Women and Children

Zaynab Ikaz-Kassim is an experienced Development Consultant with a track record in collaborating with partners and international development agencies to design and implement projects that promote sustainable, resilient societies. She has a thorough knowledge of the local landscape in terms of unmet national needs and has used her work to identify opportunities in development which has had a significant impact.

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My Resume.

- MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Ahmadu Bello University - 2018

Ahmadu Bello University - Masters of Business Administration - Human Resource Specialization

- B.A (HONS) INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

North American University, Benin Republic - 2008

North American University, Benin Republic. - B.A (Hons) International
Relations

My Education.

- CASAF FOUNDATION

Founder (2011 - TILL DATE)

Developed CASAF strategy and policy documents for alignment with the strategic vision of the organisation. Developed and implemented CASAF administrative system, processes and procedures for enhanced organizational productivity Overseeing the activities of the foundation for the past 10 years and over 100 volunteers of the foundation across Nigeria Overseeing the administration, programs, and implementation of the mission of the organization Initiated SHE for Teens. An advocacy program that had in attendance First Ladies of Lagos State, Kebbi State, Niger State Initiated and Implemented Free Health Screenings for underprivileged children

- PRESIDENT OF NIGERIA

Special Assistant (2019 - 2022)

Coordinated and ensured the smooth running of high-level delegation meetings at local and international levels Ensured that relevant stakeholders were in attendance & adequately informed Developed annual work plan for the execution of projects

- FIRST LADY OF NIGERIA

Executive Assistant (2015 - 2021)

Strategically involved in interventions, strategic deployment in conflict areas that focused on getting relief material to the satellite communities with terrain challenges. Detailed organizing and execution of principal’s daily activities. Created a flexible activity template that allowed us to prioritize engagements efficiently while attending to as much as possible on the roster of a busy high-profile individual. Controlled multi-tasking with a strong dependence on delegation and activation of multiple teams working autonomously but with a tight feedback mechanism monitored closely for the sensitive information and feedback

- DIASPORA QUARTERLY MAGAZINE

Assistant Editor (2014 - 2015)

Strategizing on interviews and article framework for each published edition. Contribution to and collation of articles for efficient running; taking cognizance of quality control and deadlines. Intentional curation of content for optimal originality and engagement. Pre-review and edit of articles for the basics. Harnessing an arsenal of new media honed over a period to support an article.

My Experience.

CREATIVE THINKIN - Expert 20 Year(s)

Creative Thinkin

100%

MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE - Expert 15 Year(s)

Microsoft Word

100%

Microsoft Excel

90%

Microsoft Powerpoint

100%

WEB DESIGN - Expert 10 Year(s)

Cpanel

80%

Wordpress

90%

ADOBE SUITE - Expert 10 Year(s)

Adobe Suite

90%

My Skills.

My Awards.

Latest Projects.


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Latest Blog Post.

How Zaynab Kassim of CASAF is restoring hope to children and teenagers in IDP camps

Nov 15, 2022

In this interview with YNaija’s Impact365, Zaynab Kassim lets us in on her childhood, the core values with which she was raised and how all of

2023: Etsako needs fresh air – Zaynab Ikaz-Kassim

Nov 15, 2022

As political aspirants gear up for their parties primaries, a frontline female aspirant for the Etsako federal constituency in Edo state, Zaynab Ikaz-Kassim, has stated

Zaynab Ikaz-Kassim joins race for house of reps, promises quality representation

Nov 15, 2022

Zaynab Ikaz-Kassim has announced her intention to represent Etsako constituency in the house of representatives.


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Let's Talk.

zay@zaykassim.com