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ABOUT ROSE
Rose Keffas is a development specialist with over 15 years of strategic leadership, specializing in economic, social, and community development. As the Special Assistant on Policy, Strategy, and International Relations to the Special Adviser to the President of Nigeria on SDGs, she plays a pivotal role in integrating the 2030 Agenda into national development. Rose is renowned as a dynamic leader and SDG Advocate, consistently recognized globally for her contributions to sustainable development and empowerment initiatives in Nigeria.
NO MATTER WHERE YOU ARE FROM, YOUR DREAMS ARE VALID.
Rose Keffas
ROSE IN A NUTSHELL
Special Assistant on Development Cooperation and Partnerships
Office of the Special Adviser to the President of Nigeria on SDGs
area of expertise
Public Services / Governmental Administration Nigeria ๐ณ๐ฌ
companies Rose has worked for
ROSE AS A LEADER
Success is about making a significant impact, particularly through fostering development and empowering others.
Leadership is not fame or wealth or charisma.
Great Leaders are authentic.
The future of leadership is female.
When I think of a leader, I think of someone with empathy and compassion for the people.
LEADERS ARE MADE THROUGH SELF-DEVELOPMENT.
Rose Keffas
ROSE ON CAREER CHALLENGES
Rose has overcome significant career hurdles, from financial constraints during her education to establishing herself in a male-dominated field, by embracing continual learning and leveraging her resilience and determination to break systemic barriers.
ROSE ON EMPOWERING WOMEN
Driven by her commitment to equality and empowerment, Rose actively engages in initiatives that support and mentor young leaders, particularly young women, to ensure they have the opportunities to succeed and thrive in their careers and beyond.
EMPATHY AND COMPASSION ARE KEY TO GREAT LEADERSHIP.
Rose on becoming a better leader
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