Vincent Akpomefure is seeking a position where he can utilize his extensive professional experience in marketing, journalism, and project management. He has over 25 years of experience working for newspapers, consumer goods companies, and non-profits. His experience includes developing marketing strategies, managing projects and teams, and using research to achieve organizational goals. He is skilled in public relations, sales, and developing relationships with clients.

1. Orido Vincent Akpomefure
47 Kabiyesi Str.,Itire – Surulere, Lagos.
vinorido@yahoo.com
0802-371-5450., 0809-4928-497
Post Desired…………………………………………..
OBJECTIVES:
• To contribute extensively to the organizational goal and
development by offering professional ideas to resolve challenges
facing the organization
• To ensure that the organization is always at the peak in its
humanitarian service through dedication, honesty and total
commitment
• To build an image of incomparable reputation in the industry
through effective publicity in both print and electronic media
• To emphasize the importance of teamwork as a formidable tool in
achieving the goals and surmounting challenges
PERSONAL SKILLS:
 Good Oral and written proficiency in English.
 Good interpersonal relationship.
 Ability to face challenges and work without supervision.
 Goal getter.
 Good leadership skill and team player.
 Developing and imparting knowledge to others.
1.) Computer literate.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

2. 1. City Voice Newspaper: Special Project Manager 2015 –
Date
Duties:
• Liaison with clients in order to build good business relationship
• Identifying client’s core needs and ensuring maximum satisfaction.
• Addressing issues that may impair the organization’s rapport with the
public.
• Initiating and executing projects/supplements with the aim of
generating income for the organization.
• Reporting to the MD/Editor-in-Chief
Achievement:
Introducing Educational page weekly, aimed at reporting issues on
outstanding performance of Students.
2. St Vincent de Paul Retreat Centre (Congregation of the Mission)
Status: Volunteer (Catholic Facilitator/Minister) 2010-2014.
Duties:
• Care-giver.
• Ministering the word of God in an atmosphere of love.
• Distribution of gifts and materials to the needy.
• Pastoral assignment: bringing the sick to the centre.
• Visiting the sick at home.
Reported to Rev. Fr. Jude Dimonyekwere C. M (Spiritual Director)
Achievements (Retreat centre):
Over 12,000 people (especially the troubled) have experienced the power of
God’s word and caring.

3. 3. National Support for Yar’ Adua/Jonathan Presidency (NSYJP.
NGO No.1):
Status: Director of Research. 2009-2010
Duties:
• Conducting research with a view to determining the degree of
acceptability of Mr. President
• Research on viable projects for national development
Achievements (NSYJP):
• Campaign for “Safe motherhood and Infant Mortality Reduction for
Expectant and Nursing Mothers” with emphasis on Malaria control
(preventive measure) for pregnant mothers and children
• Enlightenment on family planning, its benefits to the family wellbeing
• The importance of hygiene, balanced diet and exercise during and
after pregnancy
• Coverage: Abuja Area Municipal council, 25 General Hospitals in
Lagos State
• Beneficiaries: About 125,000 mothers benefited from the program
4. The Westerner Publishing (Nigerian Compass Newspaper) 2007-09
Status: Special Project Manager
Duties:
• Responsible for the project work from initial kick- off through to closure.
• Selecting the core team for the projects.
• Identifying a marketing niche for viable projects.
• Defining the project and Securing stakeholders’ approval.

4. • Monitoring and tracking projects progress.
• Performance appraisal..
Reported to the MD/ Editor-In-Chief
Achievements (Westerner):
Over 10,000 copies sold with income of about N2.5m each.
• Special Project on medically approved Oral Care: e.g. Close-up,
Maclean, Synsoderm, My My, Dudu Osun Herbal toothpaste E.t.c
• Special project on Non- Governmental organizations that have
impacted positively on the less privileged
• Supplements on general assessment of State Governors achievement
• Special projects on First Ladies empowerment program in the six – geo
political zones.
5. The Guardian Newspaper Ltd
Status: Head (Marketing/ Adverts) Guardian Adviser Magazine 2005 -
2007
Duties:
• Coordinating the marketing activities of the unit.
• Assigning Job Responsibility.
• Training: Marketing Strategies & Logistics.
• Weekly Appraisal of Unit’s Performance.
• Assessments of Project Development.
Achievements (The Guardian Adviser):
Overshoot monthly target of 35 pages advert in three consecutive times
(Team efforts)
6. The Guardian Daily.
Status: Senior Advert/Special Project Executive. 2001-2005

5. Achievements:
Over 2,500 copies sold with about 1.8m income.
• Special project on Nafdac approved products.
• Special Supplement on outstanding Estate developers and Property
management
• Special project on professional institutions that impacts positively on
Nigerian workforce.
• Special project on Aviation industries; How safe are Nigerian Airlines?
7. Rikcafe Nig. Ltd., (Lever Brothers’ Distributor):
Status: Sales coordinator 1998-2001
Achievements:
• Marketing strategies for PAN Nigeria (Test Marketing/ promotional)
activities in other states of the federation
• Nailing of promotional materials along major roads and streets to
create effective marketing awareness in Lagos, Ibadan and Benin City
Duties:
• House to House sales- aggressive marketing approach.
• Merchandising (Wholesale and Retail marketing).
• Coordinating marketing, sales and promotional activities
8. Lever Brothers Nig. Ltd., (Now Unilever Nig. Plc)
Status: Senior Sales Representative 1996-1998
Achievements:
• Strategic Marketing approach for rural areas development
• First Senior Sales Representative to initiate Badagry - Boarder marketing
approach. This increased the company sales turnover.

6. Duties:
• Sourcing customer- prospects, negotiate, close sales and follow-up.
• Target – driven in re-distribution of products.
Reported to the Senior Manager, DCC/ Promotion (Sales, Marketing)
9. Universal Precise Eng. & Construction Co. Ltd., Jigawa State
(NYSC)
Status: Site Manager. 1994-1996
Achievement (NYSC):
Piloted Jigawa States Governor’s inspection tours (5Star Hotel) as NYSC while
the MD, Engr. Gorribala was out of the country during my service year.
Duties:
• Monitoring Projects Developments
• Stock Records and Evaluation of Stock Level
• Allocation of materials
10.The Guardian Newspaper Ltd
Industrial Attachment 1990- 91
Status: Advert/ Editorial Supplement Executive
Reported to the Supplements Editor
TRAINING:
1.) In- House Training in The Guardian Newspapers.
2.) On the Job weekly Training in Lever Brothers Nig. Ltd., titled “Marketing
Brief”.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
The Federal Polytechnic, Ado- Ekiti. HND Marketing (Upper credits) 1993

7. The Federal Polytechnic , Ado- Ekiti ND Marketing (Upper credits) 1990.
Ifewara High School, Ifewara WASC /GCE 1985/87
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP:
Nigerian Marketing Association (Nimark)
AWARDS:
Health Prefect: Ifewara High School 1983
Class Governor: The Federal Polytechnic, Ado- Ekiti 1988/ 90
President, Association of Marketing Students, Fed Polytechnic 1992/ 93
Chairman, Constitutional Drafting Committee, (NYSC Association) 1994/ 95
HOBBIES:
Writing, Traveling and research.
PUBLISHED ARTICLES:
1.) The Cross and its strength-Sunday Guardian April16, 2000.
2.) A Living Gospel-Sunday Guardian, August 6, 2000 page 26.
3.) Estate firms should focus on urban Renewal- Vanguard, October 14,
1997.page23.
4.) Be honest, hardworking, Nigerian youths urged. The Guardian March
19, 2002 page 20.
5.) Nigerian Yellow pages debuts on mobile phones- The Guardian Feb.21,
2007 page 37.
Other articles available on request:
Published Book: “A Guide for Expectant and Nursing Mothers”

8. OTHERS:
Good driving ability and possession of valid Driver’s License.
PERSONAL DATA:
Sex: Male
Marital Status: Married.
Place of Birth: Ughelli North, Delta State. .
REFEREES:
Mr. Victor Aibaengbee
Former Personal Manager,
Guardian Newspaper Ltd.
Rutam House, Isolo.
08033271315, 08052778736
1.) Rtd.( Navy Capt) Rev. Fr. Christopher Chindo
St. Sabina’s Catholic Church
Idi- Mangoro, Agege, Lagos
08169253705
2.) Mr.Fredrik Efefaroro
Former DCC/ Promotion Senior Manager
Lever – Brothers Nig. Ltd (Now Unilever)
08124598707