Elvis Adjahoungba
Elvis Adjahoungba

Lawyer & Researcher in International Law

Award-winning SDG Advocate

Development Project Manager

Communication and Advocacy Specialist

Elvis Adjahoungba
Elvis Adjahoungba

Lawyer & Researcher in International Law

Award-winning SDG Advocate

Development Project Manager

Communication and Advocacy Specialist

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About Me

Hello! I’m Elvis Adjahoungba.

A Jurist who advocates for the inclusion and active participation of youth in sustainable development by 2030 and the construction of Africa by 2063.

I choose to challenge helping Individuals, Businesses and Organizations to:
- improve the performance of their actions and activities and,
- make the necessary changes to succeed and impact their communities.

  • Sectors: Humanitarian Project Management
    Business Development and Partnerships
    Information Analysis and Research
    Communication for Development
    Non Governmental Diplomacy
    Training Program Development
    Movement building and Activism
    Event Management and Digital Engagement
  • Experiences: 10+
  • Regions: West Africa
    North Africa
    America

    Europe
  • Avalability: Contracts
My Services
For Organizations

Provide drafting and implementation services for humanitarian projects and advocacy campaigns in West Africa and French-speaking Africa

For Companies

Provide legal advice, contracts drafting, business or investment plan and establishment of commercial partnerships in West Africa and French-speaking Africa

For Individuals

Provide public relations, public image and public opinion management services on digital platforms and medias for professional growth and career development

For Youth

Provide CV and cover letter writing services for humanitarian jobs, research jobs and participation in international opportunities (Scholarships and Conferences)

Professional Summary

• Jurist and Researcher with 10+ years of experience in Human Rights and International Law for International and National Non-Governmental Organizations in West Africa and specialized in children rights, forced marriage, reproductive rights, juvenile justice, youth employment, governance, accountability and sustainable development.
• Communication and Advocacy Specialist with a focus on African Youth Charter, United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), African Union Agenda 2063 and on documentation of best practices in the area of citizen participation, inclusion and youth leadership.
• Project Coordinator, experienced in monitoring and evaluation, demonstrating strong critical thinking, analytical decision making, professional writing, problem solving, multi-tasking, and professional events management skills.

Active Professional Networks
African Center for Solidarity and mutual Aid between the Communities
UNESCO Youth As Researchers COVID-19 Project
Hunger Project - Movement for Community-Led Development
African Youth and Adolescent Network on Population and Development
Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI Network)
United Nations Major Group for Children and Youth (UN MGCY)
Youth Opportunities
ACT4SDGs
Resume
Experience
2022 - Present
U-Report Coordinator
UNICEF
2021 - 2022
Research Evaluation Team member
UNESCO Youth As Researchers (YAR) COVID-19 Project
2018 – 2022
Researcher & Program Manager
African Center for Solidarity and mutual Aid between the Communities (CASEC | ACSAC)
2019 – 2020
SDG 8 Working Group Member
United Nations Major Group for Children and Youth - UNMGCY
2015 - 2017
Project Coordinator “Juvenile Justice”
World Organization Against Torture – OMCT Geneva / ESAM
2015 - 2016
Project Assistant “Migration and Development”
Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation – SDC Switzerland / ESAM
2014 - 2015
Project Communication and Fundraising Officer
ESAM NGO
2013
Research Intern
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Benin
2011 - 2013
Communication, Legal Drafting and Administrative Officer
E-Afrique
Education
2020
National Training Academy
Cairo / Arab Republic of Egypt

Certificate of achievement for the African Presidential Leadership Program

2017
Doctoral School of Legal, Administrative and Political Sciences
University of Abomey-Calavi / Benin

Research Master in International Law and International Organizations

2015
Faculty of Law and Political Sciences
University of Abomey-Calavi / Benin

Masters degree in Legal Sciences

2013
National School of Administration and Magistracy
ENAM / Benin

Bachelor's degree in Diplomacy and International Relations 

2013
Faculty of Law and Political Sciences
University of Abomey-Calavi / Benin

Bachelor's degree in Business Law and Judicial Careers

Skills
  • Oral Communication
  • Written Communication
  • Analytical and Logical Reasoning
  • Legal Research
Languages
  • French
  • English
  • Fon
Knowledge
  • Knowledge of Substantive Law
  • Legal Procedure
  • International Organization & NGO
  • Technology Skills
  • Business Development
Certifications & Awards
Certificate in Development Economics Courses for Sub-Saharan Africa: Gender, Growth and Labor Markets in Low Income Countries
UK-Aid – G²LM|LIC – IZA/FCDO
UK-Aid – G²LM|LIC – IZA/FCDO
November 2021
Certificate of completion of Youth As Researcher Initiative Training course
UNESCO – MAD
UNESCO – MAD
May 2021
Certificate in Law and Environmental Protection
OIF / IFFD – Senghor University
OIF / IFFD – Senghor University
April 2021
100 Most Influential Young People in 2020 (SDGs Advocate)
Opportunities Hub – UNIDO – HP Life
Opportunities Hub – UNIDO – HP Life
February 2021
Certificate in analysis of Sustainable Development issues and actions
OIF / IFFD – Senghor University
OIF / IFFD – Senghor University
February 2021
Professional Certificate in Project Management for Development
Inter-American Development Bank
Inter-American Development Bank
November 2020
Certificate in Environmental Assessment of Development Policies and Projects
OIF / IFFD – Senghor University
OIF / IFFD – Senghor University
October 2020
Certificate of Honor “Best Position Paper” Cotonou Model United Nations
US Embassy – BYAA
US Embassy – BYAA
February 2019
Certificate of commitment and collaboration to Zero Tolerance to Child Marriage Campaign
UNICEF
UNICEF
October 2018
Certificate of Global Peace Ambassador
Global Peace Chain
Global Peace Chain
September 2018

Publications

  • The changing role of NGOs in the quest for international legal status, Omni Scriptum Publishing, August 2020, Riga, Latvia, 121 pages. (Also available in French from the same publisher, 129 pages)
  • Solutions for strategic involvement of Youth in full employment and economic growth, YSD Forum Report, CASEC|ACSAC, October 2019, Cotonou, Benin, 39 pages.
  • Non-Governmental Organizations in International Law, Final thesis, Doctoral School of Legal, Administrative and Political Sciences, December 2019, Abomey-Calavi, Benin, 120 pages.
  • Impact of the action of foreign non-governmental organizations on local development in Benin Republic, Final thesis, National School of Administration and Magistracy, OFPA Publication, January 2014, Abomey-Calavi, Benin, 109 pages.

Contributions

  • WE HAVE A DREAM: 201 Countries 201 Dreams with Sustainable Development Goals, ‎ Iroha Publishing - Japan (2021)
  • Alternative report from Civil Society on the implementation of the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment - ESAM Benin & OMCT Geneva (2019)
  • Report of civil society at the 28th session of the Working Group on the Universal Periodic Review of Benin - Franciscans International (FI) Benin (2017)
  • Alternative report on the implementation of the African Charter on the Rights and Welfare of the Child in Benin - Liaison Committee of the Social Organizations for the Defense of the Rights of the Child (2017)
  • Regional report on Mediations for restorative justice and the reintegration of children in conflict with the law - International Catholic Childhood Bureau (2016)
  • Third alternative report of civil society to the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of the Child in Benin - Liaison Committee of the Social Organizations for the Defense of the Rights of the Child (2015)
Articles
7 March 2023 U-Report and Youth Engagement in Benin: Giving Voice to Youth to Build a Better Future

Youth engagement in Africa is a crucial issue for the continent’s development. African youth make up a significant portion of…

2 March 2022 Children and Youth in war-affected countries

Today, grave violations are committed against Children and Youth in over twenty war-affected countries from Asia, the Middle East and…

20 November 2021 A Happy Life for Each Child

Even today, I still remember this childhood conversation with one of my sisters and my brother about dreams and the…

26 March 2021 Why G20 as international forum should take actions for Youth Employment Crisis in this Decade?

Topic 1: What is the most critical issue to be addressed by the G20, G7 and other global governance forums…

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  • Professional Email: hello@elvisadjahoungba.com
  • Professional Email 2: elvis.a@casec-acsac.org
  • Personal Email: adjahoungba.elvis@gmail.com
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