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Work Background
MelonFounder
Jan. 2021As Founder/CEO of Melon Technologies, I lead the company’s mission to revolutionize financial access globally through Melonpay. My strategic vision and leadership focus on creating equitable, efficient, and innovative financial solutions that address barriers to global economic participation. Under my guidance, Melon Technologies champions the development of a financial infrastructure that is accessible to all, prioritizing fairness, ease of use, speed, and cost-effectiveness. My approach combines a deep understanding of development policies with a passion for technology-driven entrepreneurship, propelling Melon Technologies towards fostering financial inclusion and enhancing economic empowerment.
The University of ManchesterLecturer & Convener of the Human and Digital Development Cluster at the Global Development Institute
Sep. 2015Manchester, United KingdomI'm a lecturer in Management, Governance, and Development and also the convener of the Human and Digital Development (HDD) cluster at the Global Development Institute (GDI), The University of Manchester. The HDD cluster manages several key postgraduate programmes within the GDI including the MSc degree in Management and Information Systems, MSc in ICTs for Development, and MSc Human Resource Development: International Development. I also co-direct the MSc HRD (International Development) programme and convene and teach several core courses mostly to postgraduate students. I am also responsible for supervising several Masters and PhD students.
The University of ManchesterGraduate Teaching Assistant
Sep. 2012 - Aug. 2015Manchester, United KingdomAs part of my GTA role, I contributed to the delivery of several postgraduate taught modules at the Institute for Development Policy and Management (IDPM), School of Environment, Education and Development (SEED), The University of Manchester. I led seminar sessions for masters’ students within the IDPM and assisted in international fieldwork responsibilities within SEED I also contributed to administrative duties such as updating blackboard e-learning portal, preparing lecturer materials and updated student records.
Emerald Consults LtdCEO/Managing Director
May. 2012 - Sep. 2015Manchester, United KingdomDirected and supervised the day-to-day operations of the company. Liaised with the company’s Indian partners (Mahiti Infotech) to ensure smooth operations and hitch free delivery of products and services to clients. Developed and coordinated the company’s training and development portfolio. I was also responsible for financial accountability and the disbursement of funds. Oversaw the company’s branding strategy, public relations, web identity and digital strategy; and initiated new business ideas/proposals and directed the trajectories of the company’s future businesses.
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