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Ebenezer Derek M. Akwanga, PhD
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Researcher, Lectureship, Consultant
, International Non-Profit, Academic, Consultancy
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Clinton,
United States
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Bilingual (English, French) human rights, conflict transformation & peace studies expert with more than 25 years life-time and academic experience on African politics, conflicts and human rights issues. Am seeking a challenging opportunity and ready to relocate a short notice. |
 Contact Ebenezer Derek M. Akwanga, PhD
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Area of Expertise: |
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Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy
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Disaster, Aid, Emergencies, Relief
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Government, Governance, Reforms
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Human Rights, Law, Migration, Conflicts, Justice
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Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis
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Professional Experience: |
I have lectured at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. While at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, I taught in the area of International Relations and Global Politics, Political Theory, Conflict Resolution and Issues and Themes in Peace Studies. These teaching and research areas exposed me to interdisciplinary issues in local, regional and global contexts. Specifically, the modules on International Relations and Global Politics explored the foreign policies of superpowers and great powers, including those of China, Great Britain, Russia and the United States, as well as those of emerging economies namely Brazil, India and South Africa. My commitments included developing and augmenting syllabi as well as supplementary (that is, tutorial) materials for modules in International Relations and Global Politics at both undergraduate and graduate levels. At the undergraduate level, curriculum delivery consisted largely of lectures, classroom simulations, video presentations and tutorials while seminars constituted the primary mode of instruction at the graduate level.
My academic commitments at the University of KwaZulu-Natal included working with colleagues to develop and strengthen the graduate programmes in International Relations and Global Politics. I was part of a team that designed new modules and teaching strategies in both programmes. As a member of an interdepartmental research grouping, I organised seminars and research capacity-building workshops for graduate students. The aim of these interventions was to hone students’ research and presentation skills. I also undertook tasks in administration and community engagement, representing the Department at Open Days and taking students to outreach programmes designed to foster community service and their understanding of public policy.
Prior to joining the academic team at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, I worked as a research assistant with the Africa Strategy Group International, one of Africa’s leading communication firms based in Johannesburg, South Africa. My focus was on Crisis Management and Reputation-Political Risk tracking-reporting (Political situation analysis for investment in the Central African Sub-Region and Comparative Analysis on South Africa’s position on the Madagascan crisis). In 2009, I had a year of internship with Amnesty International USA and worked closely with the Individual-At-Risk Supervisor for Africa as my Curriculum Vitae (CV) attests. These aspects of my professional profile highlight my experience working with international and non-governmental organizations.
As a former refugee and a beneficiary of an international resettlement program, I have firsthand knowledge of the policies, procedures and logistics that pertain to the functions of a humanitarian organization. I have demonstrated monitoring and evaluation skills as head of the Ebenezer Akwanga Human Rights and Humanitarian Institute (EAHRHI) based in Maryland, United States. At EAHRHI, I lead a
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Education: |
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I hold an Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice, a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice Administration (Distinction), a Master of Arts in Diplomacy (Cum Laude)with specialization on Conflict Resolution and Management, and a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Conflict Transformation and Peace Studies.
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Affiliations and Achievements: |
• British Institute in Eastern Africa (BIEA)
• Golden Key International Honor Society (GKIHS)
• American Political Science Association (APSA)
• Secretary-General of the Organization of Emerging African States (OEAS).
• Security & Counter-Terrorism – High-Powered Think Tank
• Global & International World Peace Network
• Conflict Transformation, Peace building and Security
• International Youth Leadership Conference
• ADR, Conflict Resolution and Mediation Exchange
• Public Diplomacy and Diplomatic Academy
• Christian Ministry & Church Leadership
• Norwich University Alumni Students Association.
• University of Phoenix Student and Alumni Association.
• Leader of the Southern Cameroons Youth League.
• Founder and Executive President of Friends of Freedom International, Africa.
• Regional Director of the Human Rights Defense Group.
• North America Representative of Women in Alternative Action – Cameroon.
• Field Superintendent, Cameroon Red Cross Society.
• Campaigner, Amnesty International.
• Campaigner, Article 19.
• Member, Peace and Collaborative Development Network, Washington, DC.
• Honoree, Ebenezer Akwanga Human Rights & Humanitarian Institute
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Available for: |
- Consulting assignments
- Job opportunities
- Being headhunted – make me an offer
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Years of Experience:
More than 20 years |
Highest Qualification:
Doctorate |
Languages:
English, French, Pidgin |
Nationality:
United States
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LinkedIn Profile:
www.linkedIn.com/in/edmakwanga
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