MY RESUME...

Chinedu N. Onyegbula
E-mail: conyegbula@msn.com

Objective
Bi-lingual and resourceful individual seeking employment in the area of international development, administration, and coordination of international programs/services

Profile
· More than 6 years experience conducting international research on power and energy management in developing countries.
· 5 years program management experience including the grant seeking process and budget implementation
· Contributory writer and speaker to various international development and policy organizations
· Excellent research, writing and leadership skills
· High level multi-tasking capabilities
· Energetic and collaborative team player

Education
M.A, Public Administration, Southeastern University, Washington DC. May 2008

B.Sc., Electrical Engineering, Howard University, Washington DC. Dec 2004

Employment
Summer Intern and Graduate Fellow, Center for American Progress , Washington, DC
· Conducted research on technology development and investment of bio-fuels (Jatropha, ethanol, etc) in Africa especially by the non-oil producing countries.
· Performed a SWOT analysis on the impact of bio-fuel investment on the African economy.
· Studied and analyzed investments in energy development and its impact on climate change in developing nations especially India and China.
· Analyzed and compiled data on U.S. Energy investments in R&D based in FY 2006 accessing the impact of climate change.
· Attended seminars sponsored by the center and compiled notes for publication.
· Presented research findings and analysis to center experts and principal investigators.
· Assisted in preparing briefings and newsletters for publication and presentation at events.
· Undertook administrative projects including preparing for events and large meetings.

Administrative Intern, The Podesta Group, Washington DC (July 2007-September 2007)
· Collaborated with interns to analyze key legislative and policy initiatives by attending hearings by the U.S. Congress on drug regulation and healthcare.
· Compiled and summarized notes from hearings for internal publication and presentation.
· Supported in managing and organizing database entries of various lobby group accounts with the firm.
· Assisted in implementing key fundraising activities for congressional members.
· Provided administrative support for effective and efficient office operation.

Research Associate, Howard University Center for Energy Systems and Control (CESAC), Washington DC (January 2007-May 2007)
· Conducted research on the effective management and control of photo-voltaic, a form of renewable energy on a dynamic power system network.
· Performed a cost-benefit analysis of the importance of renewable energy in developing countries as well as a study of its relevant ethical and safety issues.
· Assisted in writing proposals and soliciting grants for funding research projects, workshops, and youth mentorship program for the center
· Assisted in writing and editing CESAC publications and presentations on power system operation and management using state of the art simulation and analytical tools.
· Presented research findings and technical expertise on best practices in power and energy management at conferences in developing countries.

Administrative Assistant (January 2001-August 2006)
· Supervised the activities of 3 interns which included assigning relevant tasks/projects and conducting performance assessments.
· Worked under the direction of the principal investigator to manage the entire operations of the center including administer budget, hiring staff, process payroll, schedule meetings and appointments, and develop presentation materials.
· Assisted in planning and organizing workshops and conferences worldwide.
· Organized youth mentorship programs for pre-freshmen engineering students.

Professional/ Community Affiliations
*Member, American Society of Public Administration (Member, SICA Section)
*Member, Young Professional International Committee of UNA-NCA
*Coordinator, Nigeria Community Youth Group US
*Graduate Fellow, United Nations Association of the National Capital Area (2007)
*Graduate, IHS Summer Seminar on Poverty and Prosperity (2007)
*Community Volunteer, RCCG Jesus House DC

Languages
English- Fluent (Oral and Written)
Igbo- Fluent (Oral and Written)
French- Basic Conversant (Oral and Written)

Skills
Microsoft Office; Windows OS; SPSS; Matlab; Simulink; PSPICE; Adobe, Digital Audio/Video Editing, Website/Blog Design, Internet/Library Research.

Published April 7th 2009