ODEH OCHECHEWA SAMUEL

Farm Safety & Compliance Officer
Makurdi, NG.

About

Highly accomplished professional with 15+ years of cross-industry experience in healthcare, banking, insurance, and community service, expertly blending psychological insights with robust business acumen. Proven ability in safety management, compliance oversight, and analytical risk assessment, leveraging an eMBA in Business Management and a B.Sc. in Psychology. Seeking to apply a unique combination of behavioral safety principles, team leadership, and empathetic problem-solving to excel as a Farm Safety & Compliance Officer, driving compliance and operational excellence.

Work

Tanuel Global Resources
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Farm Safety & Compliance Officer

Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

Summary

Directs daily biosecurity and safety protocols across farm operations, ensuring regulatory compliance and preventing disease outbreaks.

Highlights

Enforced daily biosecurity protocols, including shower-in/shower-out and vehicle disinfection, effectively preventing avian influenza and disease outbreaks.

Conducted weekly safety inspections of barns and processing areas using standardized checklists, achieving a 90% hazard closure rate within 7 days.

Managed environmental permits for manure/litter disposal and water runoff, ensuring adherence to ecological and health standards.

Ensured state safety compliance for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), machine guarding, and emergency exits, significantly reducing workplace risks.

Mutual Trust Microfinance Bank
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Loan Officer

Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

Summary

Assessed client financial and psychosocial profiles to determine loan viability and mitigated repayment risks through strategic interventions.

Highlights

Conducted in-depth financial and psychosocial assessments, accurately determining risk profiles and loan viability for clients.

Applied motivational interviewing techniques to restructure client debt and set financial goals, successfully reducing loan delinquency by 18%.

Served as a primary contact for distressed borrowers, providing non-judgmental support and referring 5 critical cases to external financial counseling services.

Heirs General Insurance (UBA)
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Area Sales Manager

Enugu, Enugu State, Nigeria

Summary

Led and coached a sales team of 12, driving client relationship management and optimizing claims support processes to exceed quarterly targets.

Highlights

Led a high-performing team of 12 sales representatives, providing weekly coaching on emotional intelligence and client relationship management.

Analyzed customer feedback loops and redesigned the claims support process, resulting in a 22% improvement in customer satisfaction scores.

Mediated internal team conflicts and modeled transparent, accountable leadership, consistently meeting high-pressure quarterly sales targets.

Primary Health Care Centre Adeke
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Health Assistant / Counselor

Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

Summary

Monitored patient conditions and provided essential emotional support and health education, acting as a first-line crisis responder.

Highlights

Monitored patient vital conditions and provided bedside emotional support and health education to patients and families.

Acted as a first-line crisis responder for anxious patients, utilizing de-escalation techniques to stabilize emotional distress.

Documented patient mental and physical status changes, contributing to holistic treatment plans developed with nurses and doctors.

Kings Frozen Foods
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Sales Manager

Summary

Managed sales operations by analyzing market trends and resolving client disputes, achieving high client retention rates.

Highlights

Analyzed performance metrics and market trends to accurately forecast demand, optimizing sales strategies.

Mentored junior staff on professional communication and customer retention strategies, enhancing team capabilities.

Resolved client disputes with empathy and fairness, successfully maintaining a 95% client renewal rate.

Grand Fishing Hotels
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Front-Office Supervisor

Argungu, Kebbi State, Nigeria

Summary

Supervised a front-desk team of 8, ensuring exceptional guest experiences through efficient administrative support and conflict resolution.

Highlights

Supervised a front-desk team of 8, providing administrative support and conflict-resolution training to ensure a welcoming guest environment.

Handled guest complaints and special requests with discretion and cultural sensitivity, resolving issues to maintain high guest satisfaction.

Implemented efficient front-office procedures, enhancing operational flow and guest service delivery.

Attamason Medical Services
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Medical Assistant

Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria

Summary

Supported physicians during patient examinations and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and managing sensitive data with strict confidentiality.

Highlights

Supported physicians during examinations, prepared patients for procedures, and provided post-exam reassurance and care instructions.

Managed sensitive patient data with strict confidentiality and empathy, upholding privacy standards and building patient trust.

Assisted in maintaining a sterile and organized clinical environment, directly contributing to patient safety and efficient practice operations.

Volunteer

Gidan Bege (House of Hope Orphanage)
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Volunteer Staff

Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

Summary

Provided emotional mentorship, basic counseling, and daily care to orphaned children.

Highlights

Provided essential emotional mentorship, basic counseling, and daily care, fostering a supportive environment for orphaned children.

Society for Women and AIDS in Africa (SWAAN), Otukpo Branch
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Peer Educator

Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria

Summary

Delivered HIV/AIDS prevention and psychosocial support workshops to youth and women in rural Benue State.

Highlights

Delivered impactful HIV/AIDS prevention and psychosocial support workshops, reaching youth and women in rural Benue State to enhance public health awareness.

Education

eMBA

Business Management

Diploma

Computer Data Processing

Benue State University
Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria

B.Sc (Hons)

Psychology

Languages

English

Skills

Counseling & Psychology

Active Listening & Rapport Building, Mental Health First Aid, Patient Vital Signs & Monitoring, Peer Education (HIV/AIDS).

Business & Leadership

Team Leadership & Training, Performance Metrics Analysis, Customer Experience Management, Conflict Resolution & Flexibility.

Technical Skills

Computer Data Processing, MS Office Suite, Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Generative AI.

Personal Attributes

Multifaceted, Team Spirit, High Enthusiasm, Intellectual Curiosity, Strong Sense of Responsibility, Accountability, Transparency, Flexibility.

Interests

Hobbies

Reading, Making Friends, Watching Football, Traveling.