WILLIAMS TIMOTHY MANJA
Special Education Advocate, Social Entrepreneur, and Leadership Mentor
Jos, NG.About
Innovative Special Education graduate and accomplished social entrepreneur with a proven track record in founding and scaling initiatives like Shangkinan Ltd and Shangkinan Empowerment Foundation. Experienced mentor with the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) and Nigeria Jubilee Fellowship Program (NJFP), dedicated to advancing education, sustainable development, and community empowerment. Leverages expertise in teaching, leadership, and social entrepreneurship to drive organizational success and foster resilient communities.
Work
Shangkinan Empowerment Foundation
|Founder
Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
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Summary
Established a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering resilient communities through education, sustainable agriculture, and entrepreneurship.
Highlights
Pioneered initiatives promoting inclusion, equity, and empowerment, driving community resilience through strategic educational programs.
Developed and implemented climate-smart agriculture and entrepreneurship training to support sustainable development goals.
Nigeria Jubilee Fellowship Programme
|Mentor
Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Mentored professionals in leadership and entrepreneurship, facilitating workshops to enhance career readiness and employability.
Highlights
Provided expert mentorship to professionals, guiding them in leadership development and entrepreneurial ventures.
Facilitated impactful workshops focused on boosting employability skills, preparing participants for career advancement.
Kyomnom Firm Foundation Academy
|Teacher
Mc Alley, Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
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Summary
Delivered inclusive education and enhanced student engagement through supportive and diverse classroom strategies.
Highlights
Designed and delivered comprehensive, inclusive lesson plans tailored to diverse learners, ensuring equitable access to quality education.
Implemented supportive classroom strategies that significantly improved student engagement and fostered a positive learning environment.
Shangkinan Ltd
|Founder
Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
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Summary
Founded and led a sustainable agriculture enterprise, transforming waste into organic fertilizer while securing significant grant funding for community projects.
Highlights
Established a poultry farming and sustainable agriculture company, converting manure into organic fertilizer to promote eco-friendly practices.
Secured $10,000 in grants for critical community and environmental projects, demonstrating strong fundraising and project management capabilities.
Tony Elumelu Foundation
|TEF Entrepreneurship Coach
Nigeria, Nigeria
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Summary
Coached entrepreneurs in sustainable business models and provided training in financial management and pitching.
Highlights
Coached emerging entrepreneurs on developing and implementing sustainable business models, fostering long-term viability.
Trained mentees in critical financial management strategies and effective pitching techniques, enhancing their fundraising capabilities.
Volunteer
Students for Liberty
|Coordinator
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Summary
Led campaigns promoting leadership and civic engagement, training volunteers to expand outreach and impact.
Highlights
Spearheaded successful campaigns to promote leadership development and civic engagement among youth.
Trained and mobilized volunteers, effectively expanding outreach efforts and community impact.
Teach4SDG
|Volunteer
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Summary
Promoted SDG-aligned education and developed sustainability-focused resources through community outreach.
Highlights
Promoted Sustainable Development Goal (SDG)-aligned education through targeted outreach programs.
Developed and disseminated sustainability-focused educational resources to enhance community awareness and action.
Education
University of Jos
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B.Sc.
Special Education and Rehabilitation Science
Awards
UNICEF BEGREEN Grant
Awarded By
UNICEF
Awarded a $5,000 grant from UNICEF for the BEGREEN initiative, supporting environmental and community projects.
Tony Elumelu Foundation Grant
Awarded By
Tony Elumelu Foundation
Received a $5,000 grant from the Tony Elumelu Foundation, recognizing entrepreneurial potential and supporting business development.
Languages
English
Certificates
Leadership Program Certificate
Issued By
Aspire Leadership Institute
UPG Biashara Entrepreneur
Issued By
United People Global
Project Management
Issued By
Project Management Institute
Leadership Development
Issued By
African Leadership Institute