Adeniyi Adeola Olatunji
About Adeniyi Adeola Olatunji
Adeniyi Adeola Olatunji is a Grant Management Coordinator at Catholic Relief Services in Nigeria, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in finance and has held various positions in organizations such as Malaria Consortium and GFA Consulting Group GmbH.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Adeniyi Adeola Olatunji has been serving as the Grant Management Coordinator at Catholic Relief Services since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing grant management processes and ensuring compliance with donor requirements. His work focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of grant-funded projects in Nigeria, contributing to the organization's mission of alleviating poverty and promoting social justice.
Previous Experience in Grant Management
Before joining Catholic Relief Services, Adeniyi worked at Malaria Consortium as a Financial Accountant for eight months in 2020. His responsibilities included managing financial records and ensuring accurate reporting for donor-funded projects. He also held the position of Senior Finance Expert at GFA Consulting Group GmbH from 2017 to 2019, where he provided financial oversight and support for various projects in Nigeria.
Education and Expertise
Adeniyi holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Ogun State University, where he studied from 1992 to 1998. He furthered his education by obtaining an Associate Accountant qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) between 2011 and 2012. His educational background supports his expertise in financial management and accounting principles.
Background in Financial Management
Adeniyi's career in financial management began at the Institute of Human Virology Nigeria, where he worked as a Finance Officer from 2013 to 2015. He also gained experience at FINBANK PLC as a Credit and Marketing Officer and Branch Operations staff from 2007 to 2009. His diverse background in finance has equipped him with the skills necessary to implement effective internal control procedures and financial management processes in the development sector.
Involvement in Donor-Funded Projects
Throughout his career, Adeniyi has worked on various donor-funded projects, including those supported by the European Development Fund, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and The Global Fund. His involvement in these projects highlights his capability in managing financial aspects and ensuring compliance with donor regulations.