Mercy Iyelobu
Professional Experience
Financial Manager, WHI, Boston (2023 – 2024)
-Financial Operations Management: Oversaw budgeting, accounting, and
financial reporting.
- Performance Improvement: Achieved a 30% reduction in operational costs
and a 20% revenue increase.
- Regulatory Compliance: Enhanced client servicing rate by 25% through
improved documentation.
Program Manager / Research Assistant, Africa Global Initiative, Northeastern
University (2023)
- Managed program activities and coordinated research efforts.
- Facilitated collaboration between academic researchers and policymakers.
Business Development Manager, NEM Insurance Company (2019 – 2022)
- Expanded partnerships with NGOs, increasing revenue and market share.
- Led a team fostering innovation and excellence.
Research Assistant, Pan Africa School of Paralegal and Policy Studies (2020 –
2021)
- Conducted research on legal issues affecting marginalized communities.
- Developed training materials for educational programs.
Business Development Manager, America International Insurance Company
(2009 – 2019)
- Led business development for market expansion.
- Cultivated relationships with corporate clients to maximize sales.
Contract Services, Petrolog Oil and Gas Services Limited (2007 – 2009)
- Managed operations supporting oil and gas exploration activities.
- Implemented quality control measures to support service standards.
Professional Proficiencies
- Grant Management: Experienced in fundraising and compliance.
- Data Analysis: Proficient in Stata, R, and Excel.
- Financial Management: Skilled in financial analysis and budget
development.
- Project Coordination: Effective team coordination to achieve objectives.
Education and Certification
- MS Economics (Major), International Development (Minor), Northeastern
University, Boston (2024)
- MS Energy Studies and Law, The Robert Gordon University, UK (2011)
- B.A. French Arts, Delta State University, Nigeria (2005)
Certificates
- Sustainable Finance Solutions for Emerging Markets
- Fintech and Green Investments
- Public-Private Partnerships
- Economic Development Seminar Series
Affiliations
- Member of Omicron Delta Epsilon (Economics Honor Society)
Research Areas – Artificial Intelligence, Development, and Investments.