I am detail-oriented and highly organized, with extensive experience supporting global programmes and projects in development, infrastructure, and WASH sectors. I excel in project governance, coordination, reporting, and stakeholder engagement, and I have a proven track record of managing project documentation, issue logs, timesheets, and communications. I am adept at providing seamless administrative and PMO support to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with organisational goals. I thrive in multi-disciplinary environments, translating complex requirements into practical governance and delivery plans. I enjoy coaching in-country teams on project controls and producing clear, actionable reporting for senior management and diverse stakeholders, driving collaboration and continuous improvement.

Tariya Sarauta Yusuf

I am detail-oriented and highly organized, with extensive experience supporting global programmes and projects in development, infrastructure, and WASH sectors. I excel in project governance, coordination, reporting, and stakeholder engagement, and I have a proven track record of managing project documentation, issue logs, timesheets, and communications. I am adept at providing seamless administrative and PMO support to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with organisational goals. I thrive in multi-disciplinary environments, translating complex requirements into practical governance and delivery plans. I enjoy coaching in-country teams on project controls and producing clear, actionable reporting for senior management and diverse stakeholders, driving collaboration and continuous improvement.

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I am detail-oriented and highly organized, with extensive experience supporting global programmes and projects in development, infrastructure, and WASH sectors. I excel in project governance, coordination, reporting, and stakeholder engagement, and I have a proven track record of managing project documentation, issue logs, timesheets, and communications. I am adept at providing seamless administrative and PMO support to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with organisational goals.

I thrive in multi-disciplinary environments, translating complex requirements into practical governance and delivery plans. I enjoy coaching in-country teams on project controls and producing clear, actionable reporting for senior management and diverse stakeholders, driving collaboration and continuous improvement.

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Language

English
Fluent
Hausa
Fluent

Work Experience

Independent Consultant at Self-employed / Independent Consultant
October 1, 2024 - Present
Provided programme coordination and reporting support across international projects, including monitoring frameworks and stakeholder communications. Prepared project documentation including Environmental Impact Assessments, meeting materials, evaluations and reports. Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring project activities stayed aligned with governance structures and delivery frameworks.
Global Project Controller (Maternity Cover) at Water & Sanitation for the Urban Poor (WSUP)
January 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Oversaw project progress tracking, ensuring deliverables were on time, within budget, and aligned with governance processes. Produced consolidated programme reports, financial tracking documents, and Gantt charts for senior management. Coordinated with in-country project leads, coaching them on project controls, reporting, and risk management. Streamlined project administration, including preparing meeting packs, capturing decisions, and tracking actions of the project task force.
Program Manager at WaterAid America
July 1, 2022 - January 31, 2024
Managed reporting cycles, ensuring timely delivery of financial and programme reports across multiple countries. Coordinated cross-country project activities, ensuring compliance with agreed processes and frameworks. Supported the coordination of steering committee meetings, risk assessments, issue logs, impact reports, enhancing visibility across stakeholders.
International Coordinator at WaterAid UK (JICA Project)
February 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022
Coordinated project design and delivery across four countries, supporting work plans, budgets, and risk frameworks. Managed project administration, ensuring compliance with WaterAid’s governance and reporting standards.
Intervention Manager at Adam Smith International, Nigeria
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019
Provided administrative and project support for the establishment of vocational centres, ensuring documentation, reporting, and compliance with governance processes. Coordinated meetings, training, and multi-stakeholder consultations, tracking outcomes and actions.

Education

PhD at University of Reading, UK
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026
MSc Environmental Technology at De Montfort University, UK (with semesters in Denmark & Germany)
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026
MSc Agricultural Economics & Farm Management at University of Ilorin, Nigeria
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026
BTech Agricultural Economics & Extension at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Nigeria
January 11, 2030 - February 13, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Education, Government, Healthcare