Akinbode Fasakin
Kista
Summary
Innovative Researcher adept at raising critical security issues, and skillful in designing qualitative research and generating meaningful results. Works effectively and collaboratively with teams and individuals within academic and policy circles.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Faculty Adjunct (Contract)
Swedish Defence University, and Stockholm University
Stockholm
01.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Researcher
Swedish Defence University
Stockholm
05.2017 - 04.2022
- I undertook advanced research in International Relations (IR), conducted independent research on critical security studies under the supervision of assigned senior researchers and wrote a research monograph of about 80,000 words on a state-society security relations in Africa with the topic: Subaltern Securitization: The Use of Protest and Violence in Postcolonial Nigeria
- In the study, I analyzed why and how ordinary people use protest and violence as instruments of political communication and securitization to engage the state where speech is either lacking or ineffective
- The study contributes to securitization theory literature and throws light on the governance of security in postcolonial contexts
- In addition to conducting this research, which was examined by Rita Abrahamsen, I taught security and politics comprising technology use at the Swedish Defence University, Stockholm, Sweden during this period of research.
Assistant Lecturer
Obafemi Awolowo University
2015.06 - 2017.04
- Teaching, research and community service
- I taught International Relations (IR) courses at an undergraduate level, graded their essays and provided feedback on their academic developments
- I conducted research on different topics ranging from democracy to security, mostly focused on African politics and security and related to the field of IR
- I engaged in community services that included mentoring students, delivering public lectures on topical issues and engaging the society on how to solve real-world problems.
Peace and Security Fellow
King’s College
London
2013.09 - 2015.05
- Undertake graduate courses on peace and security, including the governance of security, leadership and global governance, particularly with respect to international organisations such as the United Nations and regional organisations such as the African Union and the Economic Community of West African States
- Undertake research to produce a dissertation of about 10,000 words for the conferment of a master’s degree in Leadership, Security and Society
- Six months additional research and teaching experience aimed at the publication of a research article and knowledge transfer to students in African academic and research institutions
- During this period, there was also concerted efforts to build network with other researchers and policy practitioners on peace and security in Africa
- Centre for Distance Learning, OAU, Ile-Ife, Nigeria.
Lecturer
Obafemi Awolowo University
2015.06 - 2017.04
- Ile-Ife, Nigeria
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to create meaningful learning experiences.
- Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Utilized distance learning technology to instruct students remotely.
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Selected and designed lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
Programme officer
2012.03 - 2013.08
- The Centre runs a number of programmes at diploma and degree levels
- My responsibilities included the supervision of the Centre’s programmes for the award of diplomas and degree certificates
- As a programme officer, I oversaw the activities of lecturers and tutors within my programme and ensure that they provide the required training and support to students
- I also facilitated and participated in the conduct of entry examinations into the Centre’s programme as well as successful candidates’ admission into tertiary institutions.
Education
Ph.D - International Relations
Stockholm University
2022
SFI - Swedish Language
Cuben Fridhemsplan - Vuxenutbildning - Vård, Grund
Professional Development 1 Teaching and Learning -
Stockholm University (SU)
2020
Professional Development 2 Teaching in Humanities and Social Sciences, SU. -
Stockholm University
12.2020
Master of Science - Security Leadership and Society
King’s College London
2015
Master of Science - International Relations
Obafemi Awolowo University
2014
Bachelor of Science - International Relations
Obafemi Awolowo University
2008
Teaching Professional Certificate Programme (including in Higher Education -
Stockholm University
10.2020
Skills
- Research program planning
- Research grants
- Data collection and organization
- Data analysis
- Analytical and critical thinking skills
Accomplishments
- 25, 2014
- International Conference in Honour of Dr
- Oladipo Fashina with the theme “Nationalism and Economic Justice in Nigeria”, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria
- May 7-9, 2013
- Paper presented: “‘Assimilation’ or ‘Autochthony’
- Rethinking Nationalism in Nigeria”
- CODERIA Gender Institute, Dakar, Senegal
- 17th June – 5th July 5, 2013
- Paper presented: “Rethinking Sexuality in African Homosexuality Discourse: Issues and Contradictions”
- International Conference on Corruption, Governance and Development’ organized by the Aminu Kano Centre for Development Training and Research (CDRAT), Bayero University, Kano in Conjunction with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UNECA)
- December 6-8, 2011
- Paper presented: “NGOs and Civil Corruption in Nigeria’s Public Space”
- Faculty of Social Sciences Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Nigeria 2011 International Conference
- Theme: Challenges of Socioeconomic Development in Nigeria at 50: Issues and Policy Options
- Paper presented: “North African Political Changes: Challenges and Lessons for Nigeria”.
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Timeline
Faculty Adjunct (Contract)
Swedish Defence University, and Stockholm University
01.2023 - Current
Researcher
Swedish Defence University
05.2017 - 04.2022
Lecturer
Obafemi Awolowo University
2015.06 - 2017.04
Assistant Lecturer
Obafemi Awolowo University
2015.06 - 2017.04
Peace and Security Fellow
King’s College
2013.09 - 2015.05
Programme officer
2012.03 - 2013.08
Ph.D - International Relations
Stockholm University
SFI - Swedish Language
Cuben Fridhemsplan - Vuxenutbildning - Vård, Grund
Professional Development 1 Teaching and Learning -
Stockholm University (SU)
Professional Development 2 Teaching in Humanities and Social Sciences, SU. -
Stockholm University
Master of Science - Security Leadership and Society
King’s College London
Master of Science - International Relations
Obafemi Awolowo University
Bachelor of Science - International Relations
Obafemi Awolowo University
Teaching Professional Certificate Programme (including in Higher Education -
Stockholm University
Skills
calibration, clients, Customer Satisfaction, mentor, Quality, Sales Experience, Sales, Staffing, strategic
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