olufemi Abioye

Senior Sport Administration & Development Leader | Business Development & M&E Consultant
60, Akinwande Street,off Agric Road, Igando Ega, 100268, Alimosho, Nigeria.

Work

Life Impact Foundation International (LIFI)
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Project Manager

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Managed high-impact advocacy and development projects, notably leading the UKAID-funded Women & Cross Border Trade Project to foster national economic growth.

Highlights

Managed the UKAID-funded Women & Cross Border Trade Project, implemented by LIFI through its Policy Development Facility (PDF).

Directed several advocacy projects focused on national economic development issues, achieving strategic objectives and stakeholder engagement.

Oversaw project lifecycles from planning to execution, ensuring adherence to funding requirements and impact targets.

Various National & International Sport Organizations
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Senior Sport Administrator & Executive Leader

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Led strategic initiatives and administrative functions across multiple national and international sport organizations, driving development, governance, and competitive success.

Highlights

Served as a Board Member for the Nigeria Olympic Committee Sport For All Commission and its Marketing Commission, contributing to strategic planning and outreach.

Pioneered the establishment of the Modern Pentathlon Federation and Nigerian Muay Thai Federation as Secretary General, building foundational structures for new sports.

Directed the Team Nigeria Canoe Kayak Team to AAG Maputo, securing the first-ever medal for Nigeria in the sport.

Appointed Pioneer Executive Secretary General of the African Student Football Union (ASFU) and Pioneer Head of Secretariat Administration for the Africa Sports Management Association (ASMA).

Convened SportsMeetTech Africa Ltd/Gte, fostering innovation at the intersection of sports and technology.

NDDC/SPDC & ECOWAS & GIZ (WATIP Project)
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Monitoring & Evaluation Consultant | Deputy National Coordinator

Niger Delta Region, Niger Delta, Nigeria

Summary

Provided M&E expertise and coordination for critical development programs, ensuring effective implementation and impact assessment for rural empowerment and trade integration initiatives.

Highlights

Led M&E for the NDDC/SPDC-sponsored Skill Development Training Program for Rural Women in the Niger Delta Region, ensuring program effectiveness and accountability.

Served as Deputy National Coordinator for the National Sensitization Programme for Common External Tariff (CET) under the ECOWAS & GIZ Assisted WATIP Project, promoting West Africa trade integration.

Developed and implemented robust M&E frameworks to track progress and measure outcomes for key national and regional development projects.

Nigeria Economic Summit Group (NESG)
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Consultant & Technical Secretary, Sport Industry Working Group (SIWG)

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Provided expert consultation and technical leadership to a public-private partnership focused on advancing the Nigerian sport industry.

Highlights

Served as Consultant to the NESG Sport Industry Thematic Group, advising on strategic initiatives for industry growth.

Acted as Technical Secretary for the Sport Industry Working Group (SIWG), a Public-Private Partnership, facilitating collaboration between government and private sectors.

Contributed to policy development and implementation aimed at strengthening Nigeria's sport economy.

Sport For Development and Peace Network Nigeria (SDEVPEN) / Dekaizen Worldwide Limited
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National Coordinator & Chief Task Assigner

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Led national sport development initiatives and managed consumer engagement and risk management for a leading experiential marketing firm.

Highlights

Coordinated national programs for Sport For Development and Peace Network Nigeria (SDEVPEN Nigeria), driving community engagement and social impact through sports.

Directed consumer engagement, experiential marketing, and risk management initiatives as Chief Task Assigner for Dekaizen Worldwide Limited.

Implemented strategic marketing campaigns that enhanced brand visibility and consumer interaction for clients.

Federal Ministry of Youth and Sport Development & National Federations
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Sponsorship & Partnership Manager

Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Summary

Cultivated and managed strategic partnerships with the insurance sector to secure vital sponsorship for national sports teams, leagues, and events.

Highlights

Secured and managed substantial sponsorship from the insurance sector for national teams, leagues, and events across multiple federations including NFF, AFN, and NTF.

Collaborated effectively with the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sport Development to enhance funding and support for national sports programs.

Developed robust financial support mechanisms critical for the sustained operation and success of various Nigerian sports organizations.

SportsMeetTech Africa Ltd/Gte (Independent Capacity)
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Business Development Expert | Sport Insurance

Abuja, FCT, Nigeria

Summary

Spearheaded the development and management of innovative sport insurance policies, significantly impacting athlete welfare and national team performance.

Highlights

Designed and managed the inaugural Prize Money Indemnity policy for Team Nigeria, implemented for the 8th AAG Abuja in 2003.

Secured critical financial protection for national athletes, contributing to their performance and stability.

About

Highly accomplished professional with over 25 years of experience driving impact across Nigeria's Financial, Sports, Entertainment, and Development sectors. Leveraging a unique blend of expertise as a Physiologist, MBA in Marketing, and certified Sport Administrator, I excel in business development, strategic project management, and monitoring & evaluation. Proven ability to secure significant sponsorships, lead national programs, and pioneer initiatives that advance economic development and sport infrastructure.

Education

International Olympic Committee (IOC)
Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

Certified Safeguarding Officer

Safeguarding in Sport

UKAID
London, England, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Certification

Monitoring & Evaluation

Reputable Nigerian University
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Marketing

National Sport Federation
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Level 1 Coaching Certificate

Canoe Kayak Coaching

International Olympic Committee (IOC)
Lausanne, Vaud, Switzerland

Certificate

Sport Administration

University of Lagos
Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)

Physiology

Languages

English

Skills

Sport Management & Development

Sport Administration, Sponsorship Acquisition, Youth Development, Event Management, Team Leadership, Policy Development, Public-Private Partnerships, International Sport Relations, Federation Development.

Business & Strategy

Business Development, Strategic Planning, Risk Management, Experiential Marketing, Financial Management, Program Coordination, Stakeholder Management, Sport Insurance.

Project & Program Management

Project Management, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E), Advocacy, Grant Management, Impact Assessment, Program Implementation, Community Engagement.

Technical & Specialized

Physiology, Data Analysis (M&E), Curriculum Development, Trade Integration.