SOLOMON CHUKWUEMEKA UGBAJA

Gumuspala Mh. Camlik Sokak Guzel Apt. No: 30, Avcilar,

Istanbul, Turkey
Cell: +90-531-775-4046 / Email: solomonugbaja@yahoo.com
SUMMARY

Solomon Chukwuemeka Ugbaja is a smart Management/Organizational & a Corporate Social

Responsibility Consultant, Administrator, Entrepreneur, Speaker, Author, Business Commercial/
Movie model, and Educationist offering sustainable knowledge and skills of a proactive approach and
state of the art solutions to management, organization and life challenges. An innovative and great
team player skilled in the management, organizational behavior, advocacy, communication,
networking and dealing with corporate sustainability issues.

He serves as an Advisory Commissioner on Corporate Social Responsibility and a Research Analyst for
Global Unification International. As a corporate Sustainability specialist, he is intrigued in working
with any corporate organizations, institutions, government or private (both not for profit
organizations or Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in creating sustainable organizations that
care for People (Society), Planet (Environment) and Profit (Economic). He desires to work with any
organization on social entrepreneurship projects, corporate social responsibility projects, and
humanitarian projects.

Mr. Ugbaja contributes effectively to the development and establishment of sustainable organizations
towards achieving sustainable goals. He is a dynamic leader, speaker, and scholar who loves to learn,
unlearn and evolve. He is a doctorate candidate at Istanbul Okan University, Istanbul, Turkey and he is
also interested in Social Entrepreneurship, Managing organizational behaviors, Emotional Intelligence,
Organizational Commitment and Job Satisfaction.

EDUCATION

2016– Present ISTANBUL OKAN UNIVERSITY, Istanbul, Turkey.

Doctorate of Business Administration (PhD);
(Major in Management and Organization)

2014– 2016 ISTANBUL OKAN UNIVERSITY, Istanbul, Turkey.

Master of Business Administration (MBA); May 2016
(Major in Management and Organization & Sustainability)
2016– 2016 UNIVERSITY OF BATH, Bath, England (UK).
Continuing Professional Development (CPD); May 2016
(Make an Impact: Sustainability for Professionals)
2016– 2016 UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN, Aberdeen, Scotland (UK).
Continuing Professional Development (CPD); March 2016
(Africa: Sustainable Development for All)
2015– 2015 UNIVERSITY OF NOTTINGHAM, Nottingham, England (UK).
Continuing Professional Development (CPD); December 2015
(Sustainability, Society and You)
2013– 2013 PNEUMA PROJECT EXPERTS (PMI R.E.P), Lagos, Nigeria.
Executive Master’s Certificate in Project Management; June 2013
(Certified Associate in Project Management/ CAPM)
2007 – 2011 NASARAWA STATE UNIVERSITY, Keffi, Nigeria.
Bachelor of Arts in English Education, November 2011
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

Corporate Sustainability Consultant (Advisor) and Research Analyst (Istanbul)

Global Unification International, Gold Coast, Queensland,Australia. 2016 – Present
Global Unification International is a research and development association (sustainable development
policy think tank), specializing in the transfer of technology, systems, applications, corporate governance,
processes and procedures to Institutions and Organizations in developing countries.

• Analyzed a research on the Management Practices towards the Incorporation of Sustainability

in African Universities (http://www.globalunification.com/gui-publications).
• Campaigning for the Introduction of Universal and Unconditional Basic Income in Africa.
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights Article 25.
(1) Everyone has the right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of himself and
of his family, including food, clothing, and housing and medical care and necessary social services, and
the right to security in the event of poverty, unemployment, sickness, disability, widowhood, old age or
other lack of livelihood in circumstances beyond his control.
(2) Motherhood and childhood are entitled to special care and assistance. All children, whether born in
or out of wedlock, shall enjoy the same social protection.
 Mobilizing awareness for the payment of Universal Basic Income to developing countries in Africa.
 Conducting research to ascertain the best sustainable developments in corporate governance,
processes and procedures to Institutions and Organizations in developing countries.
 Collaborating with other team members in order to achieve organizational goals and objectives.

Founder and Procurement Manager 2016 – Present

ÖZEL TURKISH COLLECTION, Istanbul, Turkey. (Part-time)
Özel Turkish Collection deals on all kinds of Turkish children and adult clothes and shoes.
We serve as procurement agents to dealers outside of Turkey.
 Devise and employ fruitful sourcing strategies
 Conducting research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery
schedules and quality in Turkey.
 Liaising with suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers.
 Identifying potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers and building and maintaining good
relationships with them.
 Exporting all Turkish products purchased to other parts of the world.

Business Commercials and Film Actor 2015 – Present

RUZGAR OYUNCULUK & MENAJERLIK - ADVERTISING AGENCY, Istanbul, Turkey. (Part-time)

•Turkish Cargo Airline: Acted as an African-American Doctor that broke the news to my patient's
family about his recuperation while undergoing the best medical treatment in New York in the Turkish
Cargo Airline Flying the World's Largest cargo commercial (Dünyanın En Fazla Ülkesine Uçan Kargo
Havayolu).

•Vakif Bank: Acted as an African-Arab wealth businessman in the Foundation Bank 64th Anniversary
commercial (VakıfBank 64. Kuruluş Yıl Dönümü). That talks about the power we have received from
past 64 years, we are moving to the future (64 yıldır geçmişten aldığımız gücü, geleceğe taşıyoruz).

• Ayla Movie by Turkish Government: Acted as one of the African-American United State Marine/
Navy Corps Officer in the movie Ayla. Ayla: The Daughter of War was nominated for Oscar Academy
Awards in the category of "best foreign language movie".

• Yapi Kerdi Bank: Acted as Silicon Valley's Laboratory Technician in Gary, Silikon Vadisi'nden Nasıl
Kaçtı? (How did Gary get out of Silicon Valley?)
• Inoksan Company and Big Chefs Restaurant: Acted as an African customer that approved
Inoksan's equipment and Big Chefs' cuisine in Inoksan Short Film. (Inoksan 2017 - Gökçe Özyol)
Procurement Agent (Turkish Products) 2014 – 2016
RIPULIGHT STORES LTD. FCT-Abuja, Nigeria. (Part-time)
A Fashion Company that serves major clients at Abuja, Nigeria.

 Conducted research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value,
delivery schedules and quality in Turkey.
 Liaised between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers.
 Identified potential suppliers, visited existing suppliers, and built and maintained good
relationships with them.
 Negotiated contracts and monitored their progress, checked the quality of service provided.
 Developed, led and executed purchasing strategies.
 Forecasted price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power.
 Performed cost and scenario analysis, and bench-marking.
 Processed payments and invoices.
 Exported all Turkish products purchased to Nigeria.
 Prepared and maintained purchasing records, financial reports and price lists.
 Collaborated with other team members in order to achieve common goals and objectives.

State Publicity Secretary/ Editor-in-Chief 2012 – 2013

NCCF-NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS Katsina, Nigeria.
 Organized and executed fellowship programs and Human resource management.
 Managed the Publicity Bookshop.
 Executed all fellowship publications.
 Attended all GENCO meetings in the state.
 Initiated strategic plans and mapping out implementation procedures.
 Spearheaded and coordinated the publication of the 2013 Yearbook.
 Collaborated with other team members in order to achieve common goals and objectives

English Language Instructor 2012 – 2013

NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS, Katsina, Nigeria.
(Hazel International School) (Full-time)
 Planned, prepared and implemented lessons for students for students, including those with
special needs
 Monitored student response and modified lessons plan to ensure an inclusive environment
and a challenging and rewarding learning experience for each student
 Taught lessons in English Language education
 Provided ongoing support and guidance to students while promoting an enjoyable,
participatory and productive learning environment
 Gained knowledge of the school curriculum and various teaching styles, including methods and
concepts used in a subject like English.
 Collaborated with other team members in order to achieve common goals and objectives.

Examination Officer/ Computer/English Language Instructor 2004 – 2007

ABUNDANT LIFE ACADEMY, Jos, Nigeria. (Full-time)
 Organized and coordinated exams for all the arms in the school
 Planned, prepared and implemented lessons for students
 Taught lessons in Computer studies and English Language
 Taught students effective Pubic Speaking.
 Monitored student response and modified lessons plan to ensure an inclusive environment
and a challenging and rewarding learning experience for each student.
 Collaborated with other team members in order to achieve common goals and objectives.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Global and Local (Glocal) Outreach Coordinator 2017 - Present

Union Church of Istanbul (UCI), Turkey
The Union Church of Istanbul is a diverse, vibrant, interdenominational church, of about forty (40)
different nationalities and backgrounds, reflecting the cosmopolitan nature of Istanbul city. The Union
Church of Istanbul has been meeting in the Dutch Chapel since 1857. The Dutch chapel is located just off
Istiklal Caddesi at the Netherland’s consulate, in the heart of Istanbul.
 Planning and coordinating of the witness, service, and mercy ministries programs of UCI
primarily focused on those outside the Church, seeking to show the truth and the love of
Christ.
 Planning yearly budgets for the different departments under Glocal Outreach Ministry.
 Development of opportunities to declare the gospel and reach out to the broader community.
 Maintenance of access to outreach materials for visitors.
 Development of UCI’s ministries focused on helping those in need.
 Presenting the Glocal Outreach Ministry annual report at the UCI Annual General Meeting
(AGM).
 Collaborated with other team members in order to achieve organizational goals and objectives.

Nominating Committee Member 2017-Present.

UCI Nominating Committee, Istanbul, Turkey

 Attended nominating committee meetings and participated respectfully in meetings.

 Acted on behalf of the Congregation to propose, interview and examine candidates for Pastoral
Council and Ministry Team Leadership.
 Presented candidates that are of diverse ecclesial and cultural background for Pastoral
Council and Ministry Team Leadership positions to the Congregation for election.
 Treated all information and discussions in a confidential manner
 Collaborated with other team members in order to achieve organizational goals and objectives.

Volunteer Spet. 2017- Jan. 2018

Immigrants Outreach Program (Moms and Tots Istanbul), Turkey.

 Assisted with workshop/discussions/ other logistics – room set up and clean up.
 Served refreshments to clients.
 Answered client questions.
 Played with clients’ kids.
 Taught kids different craft works.
 Interpreted/translated when needed.

Child Care Personnel (Baby sitter for a British baby) May-July, 2017.
Private Home, Istanbul, Turkey.

 Watched over the two months’ old baby while the mother was at work.
 Fed the baby at the appropriate time, especially when hungry.
 Played with the baby to support positive social and emotional development of the baby.
 Sang and spoke to the baby in different languages to support a positive physical and
intellectual development of the baby.
 Observed, recorded and reported child’s behavior to the mother to ensure better child growth
and development.
 Established a productive relationship with the baby and his families.
Facilitator 2015 - Present
Young Adults Istanbul (Coffee House), Turkey
 Organizing programs in English Language for University students and young professionals
from America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Middle East and Eurasia (Turkey).
 Organized and presented talks on Topics like, ‘’Discrimination’, ‘The Power of Words’,
‘Depression ’, ‘Anger Management’, ‘Decision Making’ , ‘ The Family’ , ‘ Moment of Reality Talk
Show’, ‘ What’s your Life Philosophy?’, ‘Love and Lust’, Overcoming Sexual Tempations and
Handling False Acussations’, and ‘ How to Find Life’ to Young Professionals and International
Students in Universities.
 Organized counseling for youths in High School, University students and Young Professionals.
 Participated actively in camp outside of Istanbul.
 Collaborated with other team members in order to achieve organizational goals and objectives.

Volunteer for Outreach Visitation 2012 - 2013

NCCF- NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE CORPS Katsina, Nigeria
 Visited rural dwellers in remote villages and supported with food items and clothing materials,
cleaned their environments, helped neglected children.
 Visited orphanage homes and supported them with clothing materials, food items and helped
neglected children in Katsina State Capital.
 Visited prison inmates in Katsina State Capital Prison and helped with educative books to build
their library .

EFCC Electoral Chairman and Member 2012 – 2013

CDS-NYSC Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Group, Katsina, Nigeria.
 Organized and coordinated the 2013 Batch A & B Election for the Economic and Financial
Crimes Commission Group (Integrity Group).
 Joined in the campaigns against Economic and Financial Crimes in the society and the war
against examination malpractices in schools.

Aid for Aids and Family Life Development Coordinator. 2009 - 2011
FCS, Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Nigeria
 Organized and coordinated campaigns for HIV/ AIDS Awareness programs on campus, High
schools and student’s Conferences.
 Organized and facilitated talks about Life Challenges for teenagers and youths on campus, High
schools, and Conferences.
 Organized counseling for teenagers, High School, and University students.
 Organized outlines and lead life skills for teenagers, High School, and University students.

PUBLICATIONS
“The Relation between Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment: The Impact of
Emotional Intelligence among Nigerian Employees in the Public Sector. ”, PhD Thesis (Work in
progress).

“Corporate Social Responsibility: A Case for the Igbo Trade Apprenticeship System (ITAS) as a
Sustainable Model of Startup Incubator for Social Entrepreneurship in Nigeria”, Journal and
Conference Paper for 2018/2019.

“Management Practices towards the Incorporation of Sustainability in African Universities”,

Journal in European Journal of Business and Management (IISTE) March, 2018.

“Management Practices towards the Incorporation of Sustainability in African Universities”,

Conference Paper/ 2nd International Sustainability Congress, Istanbul, Turkey, Oct.2017.
“Management Practices towards the Integration of Sustainability in Turkish Universities”,
Conference Paper/ International Sustainability Congress, Istanbul, Turkey, Dec.2016.

“Sustainability Practices in the Top Universities of the UI GreenMetric Sustainable Ranking

Index”, MBA Thesis/Okan University, Istanbul, April 2016.

“Management Practices towards the Embeddedness of Sustainability in European Universities”,

Conference Paper/ International Conference on Sustainable Development, Belgrade, Serbia, Nov.2015.

Does God Favour A Gender? A Feminist’s Son Asked. (Exploring God’s View on Gender) (E-
Book) Published on the 11th of April, 2018. Youth and Single International (youthandsingles.com)

The Best Relationship (Article)

Published on the 31st of October, 2017. Youth and Single International (youthandsingles.com)

Makeup: Desire & Seek Unfading Beauty (Article)

Published on the 29th of August, 2017.Youth and Single International (youthandsingles.com)

The Dignity of Virginity (Why to say No when my Hormones say Yes) (E- Book)
Published on the 13th of April, 2017. Youth and Single International (youthandsingles.com)

“Campus Challenges”, Magazine/ Christ Our Life Magazine, 2013

“The Ambassadors”, Yearbook/ NCCF Katsina State 2012/2013 Batch 'B' &'C', 2013.

“The Problems of Teaching Reading Skills in some Selected Junior Secondary Schools in Keffi
Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, Nigeria”,B. A (Ed) Project/ Nasarawa State University,
Keffi, Nov. 2011.

“Reading Culture”, Magazine: Unbroken Code/ A Publication of Nigeria Universities, Education

Students Association (NUESA), 2 Edition, 2011.

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Proficient in: English Language (Native or Bilingual Proficiency), Igbo Language (Native Proficiency),
Hausa Language (Limited working Proficiency), Pidgin English (Fluent) and Turkish Language (Basic
Proficiency).

INTERESTS
 Enjoy reading, listening to music, dancing, hanging out with friends and families, running,
playing soccer, watching inspiring movies and adventure into the wild nature.

REFEREES
Refika Bakoglu, Professor of Management and Organization,
Head of International Centre for Sustainability,
Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey.
+905325940585, refika.bakoglu@gmail.com

Jason Sear, Secretariat

Global Unifaction International, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
+61756414003, admin@globalunification.com

John Waldrop, Pastor

Union Church of Istanbul, Tukey.
+905365160882, jwaldrop@ucistanbul.org

Mr. Joseph Ojo Raimi, Principal Officer 1 Accountant,

National Assembly, Abuja, Nigeria.
+2348032238586, springraimi@gmaill.com