Akinokun Rafiat

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 I'm thrilled to embark on the Europubhealth program, pursuing a dual master's in public health at the University of Sheffield and Maastricht University, thanks to the fully-funded Erasmus Mundus Excellence #Scholarship🎓 @EuroPH @sheffielduni @MaastrichtU

I am looking for a pre-doc to work with me on a ERC/UKRI funded project on skills and economic development. Based @warwickecon, flexible start date, competitive pay! UK Visa sponsorship possible. Deadline: March 22nd. For more info and to apply: econjobmarket.org/positions/12387.

@RofiahTolu @EuroPH @sheffielduni @JagiellonskiUni @EHESP Wow @RofiahTolu! Huge congratulations!! 🥳

Congratulations 🎉

Congratulations 👏🔥🔥

Congratulationssssss 🥂🥂🫡🎉

Two months ago, I graduated from the Europubhealth+ programme with 𝐝𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: two master’s degrees, three universities, three countries 🇬🇧🇵🇱🇫🇷 and countless lessons that have shaped and inspired me. @EuroPH @sheffielduni @JagiellonskiUni @EHESP #eph

Today, I join the league of my father, a Professor of French Literature. As his daughter, I am now a Doctor of French Literature. This moment is a full circle journey of legacy, passion, and perseverance. Growing up, I watched my father breathe life into texts, languages, and cultures. Today, I stand proudly on his shoulders deeply grateful for the path he blazed and honored to continue this tradition in my own unique way. From being the curious daughter who listened attentively to his lectures to now earning the title of "Doctor" myself, this moment holds rich personal and symbolic meaning. I carry with me a degree alongside a heritage of scholarship, culture, and a profound love for the French language and its literature. To my family, thank you. God has been my ever-present help throughout this academic journey: • Bachelor’s Degree – Obafemi Awolowo University (Best Female Graduating Student, Faculty of Arts) • Master’s Degree – University of Ibadan (Graduated with Distinction) • NYSC – University of Ilorin (Recipient of the NYSC Kwara State Award and a Commendation Letter from the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, University of Ilorin as an Outstanding Corps Member) • PhD – Purdue University (Recipient of numerous awards, including the “Steps to Leaps Student of the Year” by the Office of the Provost; participant in the United Nations Graduate Study Program; and one of the Top 50 Finalists for the Global Student Prize selected from over 11,000 nominations across 176 countries) This moment also comes with a mix of emotions. I am now officially done and unemployed with nothing concrete in view yet. Over the past few months, as an international student navigating the complexities of the job terrain, I have applied to over 400 roles across various sectors, sent more than 300 cold emails, and engaged in numerous informational interviews. Despite the uncertainty, I remain hopeful and confident in the value I bring to any organization. My professional background includes working with the African Union, where I gained invaluable experience in policy, diplomacy, and international cooperation. As I transition to the next phase of my journey, I would deeply appreciate any assistance in connecting to new opportunities especially through direct tags to HR professionals or influential Nigerians in the diaspora who may be able to assist. I am actively exploring opportunities in: 🔹 Academia – Assistant Professor roles in French Literature, Francophone Studies, African Studies, Comparative Literature, Gender Studies, Migration & Diaspora Studies, or Postdoctoral Fellowships 🔹 Higher Education Administration – Student Engagement, International Student Programs, Campus Outreach, Study Abroad, and Global Education 🔹 Nonprofit Sector – Program & Project Management, Education Policy, Youth Leadership, Gender Equity, and Community Outreach 🔹 Think Tanks & Research Institutes – Research roles focused on Education Policy, African Development, Migration, and Social Equity 🔹 International & Multilateral Organizations – Education, SDGs, Global Development Programs, or Policy Advisory roles 🔹 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) & Social Impact – CSR Strategy, Community Engagement, and Impact Consulting 🔹 Bilingual & Cross-Cultural Roles – Cross-Cultural Communication, International Relations, Diplomacy, and Global Partnerships (This list is not exhaustive!) How You Can Help: ✔️ Know of any relevant job openings? Please share them with me especially those with personal referrals. ✔️ Have connections in these fields? I would be grateful for an introduction. ✔️ Can’t assist directly? A like, comment, or repost can go a long way in increasing visibility. 👉 I am currently considering opportunities in the United States or remote roles only. I am excited for what lies ahead & look forward to contributing my skills to a mission-driven organization. Thank you all for your support. I truly appreciate it. 💙

Haha, I love that this path is working well for you, honestly, kudos! We all have our strengths, and it is beautiful when someone finds their groove early on. What you are suggesting is not my strength, and I am very aware of where mine lie. I am intentionally channeling my energy in that direction. At the end of the day, fulfillment looks different for everyone, and our paths are not meant to look the same. So cheers to all of us, building, striving, and growing in the ways that suit us best! Honestly, I really appreciate the encouragement, and I truly wish you all the best as you continue growing your venture. May we all look back in five years and smile at how far we have come, each in our own unique way.

Thank you so much my love. Each year, you celebrate me and remind me of how far I've come and how strong I am. These mean a whole lot and I can't thank you enough for the massive support you've give to me all through the years. 🥂to celebrating more wins.

Happy International Women’s Day to my amazing wife, @RofiahTolu! Watching her Erasmus Mundus journey in @EuroPH—from Sheffield to Krakow and now Oxford—has been truly inspiring. She pours her heart into public health, and her passion and determination leave me in awe every day. So proud of you! 💜✨ #IWD #AccelerateAction

@blaserv @StateDept Great piece @blaserv. It is indeed important to strengthen Global Health Security especially drawing from recent infectious diseases outbreak and the various efforts in curtailing them.

Enjoyed writing this piece - great team working on coordinating @StateDept and interagency #ghsecurity efforts 👇

Tomorrow I'll be joining @prof_rx to share about the @EuroPH program 📅 Date: Sunday, November 24th, 2024 ⏰ Time: 4 PM WAT 📍 Platform: YouTube Live; youtube.com/live/wKTuBF056… Bring your questions and join us! #ScholarshipTips #Europubhealth #ErasmusMundus #PublicHealth

@AA_DrSmith Wa'alaykum Salaam. Done

@RofiahTolu Salamualeikum sis, trust you’re good Please can you follow so I can Dm you.

A good opportunity to get all your questions about the Europubhealth programme answered. If you are an aspiring applicant, don't miss this!

Congratulations to you dear

@Tinywhisper3434 @JagiellonskiUni Thank you so much

@RofiahTolu @JagiellonskiUni Congratulations

🌍 Excited to begin my second Master’s in Governance & Economics of Health Systems at Jagiellonian University @JagiellonskiUni, Krakow in Poland🇵🇱 in the @Europubhealth+ program! Learning about adaptive health policies for resilient, equitable systems. #PublicHealth #MPH

@Zulllyyy @JagiellonskiUni Thank you so much ❤️

@RofiahTolu @JagiellonskiUni Congratulations Ma🎉

@SQuaribat @JagiellonskiUni Siss. Thank you ❤️

@RofiahTolu @JagiellonskiUni Congratulationsssssssss, Ma

@nwakibabe @JagiellonskiUni Thank you so much

@RofiahTolu @JagiellonskiUni Congratulations 👏

@Jeremiah_Isu @JagiellonskiUni Thank you ❤️

@RofiahTolu @JagiellonskiUni Congratulations to you