Obianuju Nwadike

• Proficient event coordinator with 5+ years of experience in planning and executing diverse events, from conferences to workshops to public engagement initiatives, including in-person and virtual formats. 
• Established record of success in designing and developing in-person and online events within both academic and non-profit sectors, featuring distinguished speakers from government and diplomatic spheres
• Strong communication skills, adept at ideating marketing materials, speakers’ engagement, maintaining brand consistency across various platforms

January 2022 – Present

Events Officer, Aga Khan Foundation Canada

• Developed agenda and event content for online and in-person knowledge exchange events (report launch, workshops, panel discussions, book club discussion, and seminars) including simultaneous interpretation
• Coordinated event requirements and logistics including, detailed run of shows, speaker invitation emails, Eventbrite registration, volunteers’ coordination, website updates, catering, and audio visual
• Worked with the content and communication team to develop event media graphics and social media messaging
• Spearheaded pre- and post-event design including developing marketing and follow-up emails via MailChimp, coordinating post-event debriefs, post-event surveys and attendance report
• Reviewed purchase orders and invoices to manage expenses (catering, security, cleaning, and audiovisual) and coordinated timely payment to all vendors
• Experienced in drafting and amending contract agreements with consultants and external stakeholders

Bachelor of Arts, High Distinction

International Development Studies

Bachelor of Science, High Distinction

Environmental Science

University of Toronto Scarborough  

June 2021