Joy Simon
About Joy Simon
Joy Simon is a Program Support Officer with over five years of experience in program implementation and technical support. She has worked with organizations such as Save the Children International and Catholic Relief Services in Nigeria, and holds multiple degrees including a Master's in Project Management and an MBA.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Joy Simon has been employed at Catholic Relief Services since 2018, serving as a Program Support Officer. In this role, she has contributed to various projects aimed at enhancing program implementation in Abuja Municipal, Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria. Her tenure at the organization has lasted for six years, during which she has utilized her skills in budget development and program facilitation.
Previous Experience at Save the Children International
Prior to her current position, Joy Simon worked at Save the Children International in various capacities. She served as a Program Assistant from 2015 to 2016 for ten months in Abuja Municipal. Additionally, she worked as a Consultant focusing on Nutrition Advocacy and Campaign for two months in 2016. In 2017, she returned to Catholic Relief Services after a nine-month stint as a Program Assistant at Save the Children.
Education and Expertise
Joy Simon holds a Master's degree in Project Management from Sainte Felicite University, which she completed from 2018 to 2020. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Business Administration and Management from the University of East London. Her educational background is complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Biochemistry from Ahmadu Bello University, obtained from 2010 to 2014. She possesses expertise in budget development and is proficient in Microsoft Office.
Skills and Competencies
Joy Simon demonstrates strong skills in communication, planning, organization, collaboration, and facilitation. These competencies are essential for her role in program support and implementation. She has over five years of experience providing technical support to enhance program execution, which has been beneficial in her work with major international organizations.
Contributions to International Projects
Throughout her career, Joy Simon has contributed to projects and programs supported by significant international organizations. Her work has involved collaboration with entities such as USAID, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the Children Investment Fund Foundation, UK aid, and the International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics. These contributions highlight her involvement in impactful initiatives within the sector.