Samuel Adeyinka Owa

Samuel Adeyinka Owa

Founder/ Executive Director @ Save The Slum Initiative

About

PROVEN SCALE, COMMUNITY ROOTS I was born in a Nigerian slum. Today, I lead one of Nigeria's fastest-growing community-based organizations delivering humanitarian impact at scale. Since founding Save The Slum Initiative in 2016, we've reached 1.8 million people across 16 Nigerian states with community-led WASH, GBV prevention, TB engagement, disability inclusion, and health programming. SCALE + LOCAL TRUST: → 200,000+ people served through EDP climate resilience project → 10,000 IDPs reached with WASH/nutrition in Northeast Nigeria → 5,000+ residents accessing solar-powered water systems → 200+ trained GBV peer educators active in slum communities → 50,000+ reached with FGM eradication programming (Kaduna) WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT: We deliver INGO-scale impact with local legitimacy. Our team includes community mobilizers who live in the slums we serve. We co-design programs with community leaders, women's groups, and people with disabilities who are usually excluded. PROVEN PARTNERSHIP TRACK RECORD: ✓ UNICEF Nigeria (FGM eradication, Kaduna State) ✓ UNFPA (GBV prevention & response) ✓ EDP (200,000+ beneficiaries, climate resilience) ✓ Malteser International (consortium partner) ✓ FHI360 (humanitarian health interventions) 100% donor compliance record. On-time reporting. Zero financial irregularities. CURRENT PRIORITIES: • Expanding Education Outcomes in Lagos (10,000+ OOSC) • Scaling solar WASH systems across Nigeria • Scaling Health and Nutrition Interventions across Nigeria • Building AI-powered tools for African NGO funding access 📧 samueladeyinka@savetheslum.org.ng 🌐 www.savetheslum.org.ng Ready to discuss consortium partnerships, technical implementation, and community-led monitoring for your Nigeria programs.

Country

Nigeria

City

Abuja

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Skill

Organizational Leadership, Culture Change, Influencing Others, Equality, Vendor Management, Business Communications, Problem Solving, Security, Strategic Leadership, Appraisal, Budgeting, Market Research, Marketing Partnerships, Organization Skills, Cross-team Collaboration, Programme Delivery, Khartoum Process, RABAT PROCESS, Migration Projects, JVAC Follow up

Experience

Save The Slum Initiative

Founder/ Executive Director

Save The Slum Initiative

LinkedIn
2014-12 - Present · 11 yrs 10 mos

Lagos, Nigeria

Successfully provide operational and strategic leadership when casting vision, developing philanthropic initiatives, and managing financial strategies. Continually develop and implement strong strategic partnerships resulting in a successful mission of engaging and positively affecting our targeted Communities. Conducted capacity building sessions for seniors mangers. Designed and implemented operational plans, goals, and objectives for the organization. Developed Organisations policies to effective operations. Arranged community meetings and delivered speeches on programs and trainings. Researched potential organizations and received donations Created strategic plans for fund development and increase numbers of partners. Ensured adherence to all employment policies. Supervised program initiative design and delivery.

Save The Slum Initiative

Monitoring Evaluation Accountability and Learning Officer

Save The Slum Initiative

LinkedIn
2018-1 - Present · 8 yrs 9 mos

Abuja

Responsible for Monitoring of STSI activities in North East Nigeria. Meeting and cooperating with partners to report monthly third-party monitoring issues and findings. Monitoring cooperating partner's activities in the field and ensuring they adhere to best practices, Compilation of monthly report and report analysis. Creating survey tools and uploading it to Tabs for field data collection staff, Data verification and Triangulation, Data Analysis and visualization, Field Monitoring of activities, Fills the standard forms of registration accurately for management and follow-up, contributes in the success of the training for community leaders, also by accompanying them directly on the field, Outcome and Impact analysis of Project, Meeting with partners and donors on program progress and processes.

Save the Slum Initiative

Programme Coordinator (WASH& NUTRITION)

Save the Slum Initiative

2021-6 - Present · 5 yrs 4 mos

Coordinated the regional WASH and Nutrition activities for STSI, within Northeast Nigeria, across 3 different types of WASH program, responding to needs of roughly 10,000 internally displaced persons. Responsible for activity management, technical support and guidance in the field, and coordination of the broader program management activities, such as budget management, reporting, monthly donor and end of program report, capacity building. Established STSI’s presence in the first phase of a response in a rural area, with remote supervision and successfully delivered outputs of the program, in accordance with budget and expected outputs in the timeframe. Monitoring and evaluation, including KAP survey and analysis, formative assessments and qualitative data gathering and analysis leading to better program implementation.

Save The Slum Initiative

Peace and Conflict specialist

Save The Slum Initiative

2020-12 - 2021-11 · 1 yr

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Save The Slum Initiative

Fundraising Manager

Save The Slum Initiative

2017-1 - 2021-9 · 4 yrs 9 mos

Abuja Nigeria

Save The Slum Initiative

Regional WASH specialist

Save The Slum Initiative

2019-9 - 2020-9 · 1 yr 1 mo

Maiduguri, Borno, Nigeria

Cholera response to 2021 cholera epidemic - set up and initial deployment period of 3 months. Mobilised resources and executed the delivery of emergency supply of potable water to affected communities and cholera treatment camps. In partnership with WASH SECTOR supported emergency sanitation infrastructure in cholera treatment camps. In partnership with community health workers delivered mass campaigns and hygiene promotion. My role was to coordinate the full response, manage WASH team and coordinate with local partners to deliver objectives – including water, sanitation and hygiene. I participated in WASH cluster taskforce meetings when required.

Coinazer

Head of Partnerships

Coinazer

LinkedIn
2022-5 - Present · 4 yrs 5 mos

Lagos, Nigeria

Coinazer is technology company headquartered in Lagos Nigeria with operations across Africa. Coinazer was launched over two years ago with the goal to build digital payments infrastructure for Africa and enable businesses receive or make any payments in cryptocurrency across Africa and globally. Also creating a simple and acceptable world of business with Crypto, DeFi & Blockchain Technology.

Health 39

Founder & CEO

Health 39

LinkedIn
2021-12 - Present · 4 yrs 10 mos

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

We are a Digital Health-tech company which goal is to ensure Africans have access to quality Home health care at their fingertips.

Ukraine Global Taskforce

Program Manager

Ukraine Global Taskforce

2022-2 - 2025-6 · 3 yrs 5 mos

Remote

Currently assisting in the development of a strategy and implementation plan for governing and gauging the performance of humanitarian intervention activities across Ukraine. Planned, tracked, measured and reported on the status of a variety of projects throughout the entire project development life cycle for the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. Currently coordinating with HR, Legal, IT and Finance to support program enablement and growth. Providing leadership and consistently introduced innovative approaches to enhance performance, efficiency and refugees and displaced persons.

Seefar Foundation

MIGRATION SPECIALIST CONSULTANT

Seefar Foundation

LinkedIn
2023-10 - 2024-2 · 5 mos

Nigeria

African Union

Specialized Technical Committee (STC) 

African Union

LinkedIn
2021-10 - 2021-10 · 1 mo

Nairobi, Kenya

Youth Pre-STC Consultation: West Africa Regional Consultation. Specialized Technical Committees (STCs) are thematic Committees answerable to the Executive Council. They are composed of Member States’ ministers and senior officials. The purpose of the STCs is to work in close collaboration with AUC departments to ensure the harmonization of AU projects and programmes and coordination with the Regional Economic Communities (RECs). The STC’s functions include considering progress on: implementing key sectoral policies and programs. The STC YCS is composed of 3 sectors: Youth Culture and sports.

Neem Foundation

Child Protection Officer

Neem Foundation

LinkedIn
2019 - 2020 · 1 yr

Identified, accessed and registered of CAAFAGs/OVCs. Provision of psychosocial supports and protection to clients, Identification/ Registration of CAAFAGs/OVCs, Provision of full range SGBV Psychosocial services to Clients, Assisting in all aspect of protection, Support the ATO Case Management on GBV related Cases, Provided PSS group activities at safe spaces and communities, Assuring confidentiality to parents/care givers/stakeholders, Interacts with clients to provide assessment, testing, diagnosis treatment, case management, follow up and treatment planning, with physicians to provide consultation.

Prime Pak Nigeria limited

Quality Assurance Analyst

Prime Pak Nigeria limited

2015-1 - 2015-12 · 1 yr

plot L and T ilupeju lagos Nigeria

Conducted quality inspections on raw materials, packaging materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with company standards and customer requirements. Developed and implemented quality control procedures and processes to improve product quality and consistency. Monitored production processes to identify and resolve quality issues in a timely manner. Worked with production teams to provide guidance and support in maintaining quality standards during manufacturing processes. Conducted audits on production lines to ensure adherence to quality standards and identify areas for improvement. Analyzed quality data to identify trends and areas for improvement, and developed strategies to address these issues. Worked with suppliers to ensure the quality of incoming raw materials and packaging materials. Provided training and support to production teams on quality control procedures and best practices. Worked closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and customer service, to resolve quality issues and ensure customer satisfaction. Maintained accurate records of quality inspections, test results, and other quality-related data. Prepared quality reports for management and customers, highlighting areas of improvement and progress towards quality goals.

Itunu Hospital

Medical Laboratory Assistant

Itunu Hospital

2014-1 - 2014-12 · 1 yr

Abeokuta Ogun state, Nigeria

Assisted medical technologists in conducting laboratory tests and procedures, including collecting and preparing samples, analyzing results, and maintaining equipment and supplies. Prepared and analyzed specimens such as blood, urine, and body fluids using various laboratory techniques and instruments. Maintained accurate and complete records of test results and patient information. Ordered and stocked laboratory supplies and maintained inventory levels. Maintained a clean and organized laboratory environment and followed safety protocols. Prepared and presented reports to medical professionals regarding test results and findings. Participated in quality control and assurance programs to ensure accuracy and reliability of laboratory results. Communicated with patients and medical staff regarding test requirements and results. Trained and supervised new laboratory assistants and provided guidance and support to colleagues.

Education

Stillman College

Stillman College

LinkedIn

Collaborative Leadership & Organizational Behaviour

2024-7 - 2024-10 · 4 mos
The Chinese University of Hong Kong

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

LinkedIn

International Humanitarian law

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

LinkedIn

Crisis and Risk Communication in emergencies and Disaster

London School of Public Relations

London School of Public Relations

LinkedIn

Crisis Management

2022-2 - 2022-2 · 1 mo
University of Maiduguri

University of Maiduguri

LinkedIn

Humanitarian and Refugee Studies (MHRS)

University of Maiduguri

University of Maiduguri

LinkedIn

Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution

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