ADESOLA OLUWAFUNMIKE GOODNESS JEGEDE - Candidature for Vice President, EB 2022/23

ADESOLA JEGEDE

MOTIVATIONLETTER

Dear Esteemed SLEMSA Members,

I am honored to introduce myself as Adesola Goodness Jegede, a fifth-year medical student and a passionate member of the SLEMSA community. Today, I am thrilled to announce my candidacy for the position of Vice President in our esteemed organization.

Looking back on my journey with SLEMSA, I feel an immense sense of gratitude and a strong sense of purpose. My passion for the organization started when I first entered medical school and was inspired by the professionalism and expertise of its members. I was captivated by the opportunities for personal and professional growth, as well as the potential to make a significant impact on healthcare in our communities.

I began my involvement in SCORE, later transitioning to SCOME, where I have had the honor of serving as National Officer for the past year. This experience has allowed me to participate in and organize various activities, serve on numerous committees, and interact with the brilliant minds that constitute SLEMSA. I have witnessed the extraordinary potential of our organization and firmly believe that we can achieve even more.

Recently, as Vice-chair of Finance in the African Regional Meeting, I collaborated with sister organizations and experienced the profound impact of our dedicated collective efforts. This experience has taught me the value of forging relationships and partnerships, and I am eager to bring this mindset to the Vice President role.

I am committed to working closely with all SLEMSA members, providing opportunities for learning, professional development, and personal growth through workshops, seminars, and training sessions on diverse topics such as leadership, teamwork, communication, and conflict resolution. Furthermore, I pledge to listen to the needs and concerns of each member and foster an open environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.

Central to my campaign is the belief that every SLEMSA member has a unique contribution to offer. By embracing diversity and promoting inclusion, we can

MOTIVATIONLETTER

inclusion, we can leverage the distinctive strengths and perspectives of each individual to build a more robust, dynamic organization and achieve synergy.

In conclusion, I am deeply honored and humbled by the opportunities I have had to serve thus far. I extend my heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering passion, dedication, and support throughout my journey in SLEMSA. Together, I believe we can achieve even greater heights, and I am committed to making this vision a reality. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to collaborate with you as SLEMSA continues to evolve.

Sincerely,

Adesola O.G. Jegede 5th Year Medical Student Outgoing NOME, SLEMSA

Vision

Igniting an inclusive and dynamic SLEMSA, where every voice resonates with value, members flourish, and diversity forms a tapestry of unique perspectives, fostering unparalleled impact on local and global stages. Furthermore, this growth shall ripple through the organization, nurturing the development of each individual member.

Seamless Transition and Handover Executive Duties

Catalyze the term's momentum with a comprehensive and meticulous handover of past, ongoing, and pending tasks, inclusive of all documents and essential information

Cultivate continuity for growth by orchestrating a fluid, stress-free transition:

Executive Members

Convene joint handover meetings with outgoing and incoming executives

Arrange individual handover meetings for outgoing and incoming executive members

Schedule individual handover meetings with previous term's executive members (2020-2021)

Standing Committee Directors

Organize handover meetings with predecessors

Coordinate handover meetings with former Standing Committee Directors (2020-2021 term)

Plan handover meetings with Standing Committee Regional Assistants for IFMSA

Coordination & Support

with President

Collaborate to establish SLEMSA's focus areas, strategic plans, and goals for

the term

Assist in coordinating the executive, team of officials, and general membership

Lead SLEMSA in the President's absence

Coordination & Support

with Secretary General

Partner closely to ensure timely submission and dissemination of quarterly reports by executive members and team of officials

Aid in developing a shared calendar of events and deadlines to synchronize executive members' tasks and responsibilities

with Treasurer

Team up to orchestrate fundraising initiatives for SLEMSA and related activities

Implement the Travel Assistance Fund to sponsor active members' attendance at IFMSA Meetings

with Public Relations Officer (PRO)

Engage with the PRO to guarantee effective communication with members

Support the PRO in promoting activities and projects for optimal impact

with Standing Committee Directors

Conduct a baseline assessment to evaluate standing committee statuses Streamline focus areas and annual work plans in alignment with said focus areas

Collaborate with SC directors and Secretary General to devise a comprehensive SLEMSA calendar every quarter

Offer capacity-building sessions for Standing Committee Directors and assistants on crucial topics (leadership training, activity design and management, proposal writing, fundraising, stakeholder mapping, etc )

Host monthly online meetings with SC directors, providing support for smooth activity implementation

Engagement & Feedback

Need Assessment 1.

Lay the foundation for inclusivity and diversity within SLEMSA by conducting a needs assessment, identifying members' specific needs and interests, and tailoring programs and initiatives accordingly

2. Establish Communication Channels with Members

Forge multidimensional communication pathways with members, ensuring no one is left behind and that the executive board (EB) continues to serve the membership:

Embrace an open-door policy for SLEMSA members via phone, email, and personal meetings, remaining consistently accessible

Install suggestion boxes in each class, monitored by class ambassadors and reported weekly

Partner with Class Ambassadors to create a direct communication line with general members by class, maintained through bi-monthly check-ins and regular team meetings

3.Transparency & Accountability

As devoted stewards of SLEMSA, the executive members pledge to operate with full transparency and accountability, empowering members to participate in various activities and openly share their candid perspectives on the organization's endeavors To achieve this, we will:

Keep Class Ambassadors well-informed of all activities and ensure they effectively relay information to their respective classes;

Conduct regular class visits to discuss upcoming activities, address concerns, and gather recommendations;

Publish a monthly one-page bulletin highlighting the accomplishments of EB and TO members, as well as previewing next month's activities;

Invite Observers to select Executive meetings to foster transparency and provide insight into the workings of an executive body;

Release a quarterly report on all activities;

Revive the quarterly general house meetings to maintain alignment between the EB and General Membership, ensuring checks and balances

Catalyzing Empowerment

Fostering Capacity Building 1.

Recognizing that SLEMSA's strength lies in its individual members, we will prioritize the enhancement of their knowledge and skills to maximize impact To this end, we will:

Facilitate training sessions for SLEMSA members based on their IFMSA training experiences;

Establish 'The SLEMSA Trainers Pool,' a network of well-trained members and alumni equipped to develop effective capacity-building programs;

Host regular capacity building (CB) sessions tailored to members' needs, with certificates provided for attendance;

Create a system for members to request CB sessions on topics they deem valuable

2. Igniting Activities

SLEMSA's diverse membership boasts a wealth of ideas that we will harness to encourage engagement, personal and professional growth, collaboration, networking, and overall impact This will be achieved through: Launching the Projects and Activities Program (PAP) to enable members to propose and execute innovative activities with SLEMSA's support; Implementing a 3-Point System for SLEMSA activities, encompassing Proposal Submission, SLEMSA and IFMSA Enrollment, and SLEMSA/IFMSA Reporting;

Catalyzing Empowerment

Organizing a one-day 'IDEA TO IMPACT' workshop aimed at equipping members with essential event/project planning skills;

Introducing Activity Reviews to enable members to provide feedback, facilitating continuous learning and improvement;

Implementing an 'Activity of the Month' award;

Introducing an Activity Fair at SLEMSA National General Assembly

3. Networking & External Collaboration

We will foster connections and partnerships on three levels:

Nationally: Collaborate with sister organizations such as NAPS, ALMS, and other professional student organizations;

Internationally: Forge partnerships with NMOs in Africa and beyond;

Externals: Maintain established relationships with organizations like MedXMentor and healthcare facilities involved in the Holiday Clerkship Programme

CURRICULUM VITAE

Oluwafunmike Adesola Goodness Jege

Contact

Phone

+23276328601

Email

oluwafunmikejegede@gmail com

Education

2017 - Present

MBChB

College of Medicine and Allied Health Sciences, University of Sierrra Leone

2015-2017

WASSCE

The Beacon High School

2013-2014

GCSE O’Levels

The International School Ltd Sec

2010-2013

BECE

The International School Ltd. Sec

2005-2010

NPSE

Rehoboth/ Murraydeen Preparatory Schools

Passions

Reading

Writing

Sewing

Music

Language Acquisition

Language

English (Native)

Krio (C2), Pidgin English (C2)

French (B1)

Yoruba (A2)

Arabic (A1)

Experience

Meeting Attended

IFMSA August Meeting ‘20 (OGA) - NMO Management Session

IFMSA African Regional Meeting ‘20 (OARM) - SCOME Session

IFMSA African Regional Meeting ‘22 (ARM-SL) - SCOME Session

Four National General Assemblies (2018, 2019, 2021, 2022)

Six SLEMSA White Coat Ceremony (2018-2023)

Training Attended

Training of Trainers (TNT) Workshop - IFMSA African Regional Meeting (December 2022)

Online Medical Education Facilitators (oMEF) - IFMSA August Meeting (July 2022)

Significant Positions Held

National Officer for Medical Education, SLEMSA (2023/24)

Vice Chair of Finance, IFMSA African Regional Meeting (2022)

SCOME Sessions Team Member & Facilitator, IFMSA African Regional Meeting (2022)

Vice Chairperson | Organizing Committee (OC) | SLEMSA

National General Assembly (2021)

Plenary Vice Chair | SLEMSA National General Assembly (2021)

Head of Small Working Group (SWG) | Protocols Team OC | White Coat Ceremony (2020)

Head of Small Working Group | Inter-Standing Committee Debate (SCOME 2021)

Facilitator in SCOME Tutorial Sessions (2020) Meetings Coordinated

Vice Chair of Finance - ARM’22| SL

Vice Chairperson - 6th National General Assembly (2021)

Vice Chair of Plenary Team - 6th National General Assembly (2021)

Protocol SWG - White Coat Ceremony 2020

Contact

Phone

+23276328601

Email

Oluwafunmikejegede@gmail.com

Core Competencies

Teamwork

Leadership

Work Ethic

Integrity

Creativity

Critical Thinking

Activity Planning,

Public Speaking

Writing

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Time Management

Cultural Competence

Attention to Detail

Reliability

Rapid Learning

Expertise

Graphic Design

Data Analysis

Microsoft Office

G-Suite

Adobe

Canva

Adesola O.G. Jegede

Key Activities & Coordination

MEducation Series (2023)

Blood Pressure Screening Campaign (in collaboration with SCOPH-SLEMSA)

Basic Clinical Skills Training Course (Jun 2022)

Inter-SCOME Workshop (2022)

Medical Student Holiday Clerkship Program (Oct – Dec, 2022)

SCOME Debate on ‘Euthanasia’ (2021)

Accolades

2nd Runner Up, Activity Fair ARM'22;

3 Activity presentations – Activity Fair, IFMSA ARM 2022

Featured in IFMSA SCOME Chronicles

8 IFMSA Activity Enrollments

Most Active SLEMSA Member (2020/21)

Research & Outreach

National Coordinator, MedXMentor (2022-Present)

Founder, The Agape Initiative

Music Ministry Coordinator, Zion Evangelical Ministries (2017Present)

Co-president, Writer’s Club - The International School Ltd. Sec (2013-2014)

Research & Outreach

National Coordinator, MedXMentor (2022-Present)

Founder, The Agape Initiative

Music Ministry Coordinator, Zion Evangelical Ministries (2017Present)

Co-president, Writer’s Club - The International School Ltd Sec (2013-2014)

Reference

Will be provided on request

ADESOLA

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