I served as principal and instructor for various high schools in Liberia over a period of 10 years. I am a Liberian, born on May 6, 1974, raised in Liberia, and currently reside in Liberia. I enrolled at the AME University in 1997 and graduated in 2001 with a bachelor’s degree in economics. I later earned two master’s degrees from two of Liberia’s best Universities: Cuttington University and the University of Liberia with a master of Business Administration in Finance and Master of Arts in International Relations respectively. I am currently serving as the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences of the African Methodist Episcopal University ( AME University). I also serve as an instructor of International relations, continuing education, and research assistant. As dean, I supervise department chairs and provide leadership for all programs; Serve as the academic and administrative head of the college; work with the deans of other colleges to foster interdisciplinary programming; work to enhance the viability of college program to the academic community. conduct research in areas of concern; set priorities and policies for the college.
Required Competences
Highly motivated, flexible, and capable of working under pressures,
Good interpersonal and teamwork skills, networking aptitude, ability to work in a multicultural environment,
Ability to take initiative for preemptive measures and,most efficient and effective approach to achieving results,
Excellent interpersonal skill and cultural sensitivity to effectively interact with a cross-section of government officials, members of donor organizations, international and national NGOs, civil society representatives, etc;
Ability to undertake field travel in order to achieve objectives;
Ability to establish priorities and plan, coordinate and monitor own work plan;
Ability to write in a clear and concise manner and to communicate effectively, orally, including the ability to prepare reports and conducts presentation;
Good understanding of local regulations and procedures as relates to financial institutions and the functioning of government, microfinance institutions, and a strong network of contacts in key government counterpart institutions;
Fluency in spoken and written English and orally communicate in one of the local dialects;
Good computer skills.
