About Usoroh Peters
Senior Program Manager
Usoro Peters is a dynamic programmatic and operational professional with over five years of experience in successfully implementing education, public health, and nutrition-related initiatives across private, public, and donor-funded sectors.
His expertise spans program planning, coordination, stakeholder engagement, and reporting, with extensive experience working on PEPFAR-funded HIV/AIDS and TB programs while adhering to USAID and Global Fund standards.
He is well-versed in strategic information, advocacy, and knowledge management. Over the years, he has consistently demonstrated the ability to secure stakeholder buy-in, driving high-impact results in his assigned roles.
Roles Overview
As a Senior Program Manager, Usoro Peters oversees the Foundation’s core initiatives, ensuring the seamless execution of impactful programs and fostering strategic growth. While the role is broad, his primary focus is on supervision, providing guidance, direction, and oversight across multiple projects and teams. Upon obtaining approval, he will appoint voluntary leads to help deliver on distinct programs.
- Program Management: Overseeing the design, execution, and scaling of programs, ensuring alignment with the Foundation’s mission and strategic objectives.
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Establishing robust frameworks to track project performance, assess impact, and enhance program effectiveness.
- Strategic Development: Identifying growth opportunities, building strong partnerships, and securing resources to expand the Foundation’s influence.
- Team Leadership & Supervision: Providing leadership and mentorship to program staff while ensuring voluntary leads effectively manage specific projects and office operations.
- Operational Oversight: Streamlining workflows and cross-functional coordination to optimize the execution of programs and initiatives.
His leadership will be instrumental in shaping the Foundation’s impact, with long-term success sustained through effective delegation, supervision, and team empowerment.
Key Achievements and Contributions
- Pioneer Director General of the 20 Questions Community: Played a historic role in establishing this community, which has become a must-watch program on DSTV, courtesy of The BUSH HOUSE NIGERIA flagship program, The 20 Questions radio-parlour game.
- Policy Leadership: As the Chair of the Council-Future-Plan for Nigeria, she actively shapes education policies and strategies for human capacity development. She also serves as the Founding Curator of the World Economic Forum Global Shapers community hub in Uyo, where she fosters collaboration among young African professionals.
- Logistics and Organizing Officer at 3MTT, Akwa Ibom State: Contributed to the Nigerian government’s initiative aimed at creating awareness, training, and empowering millions in tech and non-tech skills for a solid future.
- Program Lead at the Jerry Williams Foundation: Spearheaded initiatives prioritizing the health, education, and general welfare of vulnerable individuals.
Expectations As Senior Program Manager
As the Senior Program Manager, Usoro Peters is expected to embody leadership qualities that align with the values and mission of Abundant Life Foundation. To ensure excellence in program management, team development, and community engagement, he is expected to demonstrate the following qualities:
- Pragmatic Optimism: Leading with a visionary mindset while maintaining a practical, solution-driven approach. Striking a balance between ambition and actionable strategies to ensure innovative and achievable programs.
- Impact-Oriented Services: Exhibiting a results-driven leadership style that prioritizes meaningful and measurable change. Engaging stakeholders and inspiring teams to implement high-impact programs.
- Playful Professionalism: Fostering an environment of trust, creativity, and collaboration. Encouraging a culture where passion and professionalism coexist through exemplary leadership rooted in authenticity, integrity, and a sense of purpose.
- Continuous Progress: Demonstrating a growth-oriented leadership approach, consistently seeking opportunities for self-development, team enhancement, and organizational advancement. Driving sustainable solutions through adaptation and innovation.
Understanding that Abundant Life Foundation is dedicated to empowering communities, strengthening teams, and amplifying impact, Usoro Peters is committed to exemplifying leadership qualities that drive high performance across functional sectors. His strategic approach and dedication to excellence will ensure the Foundation’s long-term success and sustainability.
