Professional Summary
John Erwat is a versatile professional with over a decade of hands-on experience spanning web design and development, project and event management, and business/virtual assistance. Since 2012, he has built and maintained WordPress-based websites for clients across various industries, while simultaneously managing high-stakes events and programs for major implementing partners including USAID, the American Society for Microbiology, and Remedium Plus Foundation since 2010. This rare combination of technical, operational, and administrative expertise makes him a dependable, multi-skilled asset for organizations that need one professional who can wear several hats — reliably and well.
Experienced WordPress developer and designer with 12+ years delivering functional, visually polished websites across numerous client projects. Comfortable working across the full stack, from design mockups to backend logic.
Seasoned project and event manager with 14+ years of experience coordinating programs and events for international development and public health organizations, including USAID, the American Society for Microbiology, and Remedium Plus Foundation. Skilled in end-to-end event execution, budgeting, procurement, and fund disbursement.
Reliable business/virtual assistant offering administrative, planning, and light accounting support to executives, teams, and small businesses — enabling clients to focus on core priorities while day-to-day operations run smoothly.
1. Core Skills & Qualities [since 2012]
Website Design / Development
WordPress Websites
WordPress development & customization (themes, plugins, page builders)
Codes & Programming
HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP and working knowledge of Python and other programs for projects.
Website Maintenance
Website maintenance, management, Contents, security updates & troubleshooting.
Other Support & Services
Graphics, Content Creation & Management, Responsive/mobile-first design, Basic SEO implementation,
Checkout My Latest Work
Delivered 20+ WordPress websites across industries such as [nonprofit, group of companies, small businesses, e-commerce, etc.]
- https://www.2tus.com
- https://www.lokogoma.com
- https://www.kelsonsagroalliedindustries.com.ng
- https://www.kelsonsgroup.com.ng
- https://www.kelsonsestates.com.ng
- https://www.kelsonsreliefandcarefoundation.org
- https://www.catholicsecretariatng.org
- https://catholicarchdioceseofabuja.org
- https://www.meshcenter4development.org
- https://www.property.lokogoma.com
- https://sjirc.org
- https://www.eclasses.sjirc.org
- https://library.sjirc.org/open
- https://www.festac.ng
- https://www.gigonnet.com
- https://www.csn-churchandsociety.org
- https://hfccfestac.com
- https://www.wealthexplorationservices.ca
- https://holyfamilycclc.com
- https://www.abujassvp.com
- https://www.goshopping.lokogoma.com
- https://www.speechlesswaters.com
- https://www.kthpdf.org
- https://www.offenmart.com
- https://www.property.lokogoma.com
- https://www.giginnovations.com
- https://www.moisecares.co.uk
- https://watjcentre.org
- https://frtonyolaniyan.com
- https://www.olqnarishlagos.com
- http://ultimatetouchmassagellc.com
- http://inhispresenceinternational.ca
- https://www.faybun.com
- https://www.seedstogo.org
2. Core Skills & Qualities [Since 2010]
Project / Event Manager
Planning & Logistics
Event planning & logistics management, Risk management & contingency planning
Budgeting & Financial
Budgeting & financial planning, Fund disbursement & financial reconciliation
Procurement & Presentations
Procurement processes & vendor management, Project management & Microsoft Office tools
Stakeholder Engagement
Stakeholder & partner coordination, Donor/implementing-partner reporting.
Services Rendered
Managed budgets up to $102,000
Local Consultant
Support as Local Consultant to prepare, plan manage and report events/projects for clients.
Client Liaison
Supervise on-ground event staff/volunteers where required and represent clients at events.
Event Manager
Plan, coordinate, and execute end-to-end logistics for workshops, conferences, and program events
Logistics Support
Successfully managed man and material movement, flights, despatch, accommodations and storage.
Community Project Lead
Lead and manage community projects on empowerment, health care, educational support, resource mobilization, etc.
Sustainable Development
Identify opportunities, plan and strategize towards sustainable development of projects for charity group and cummunity project.
3. Core Skills & Qualities
Business Assistant / Virtual Assistant
Manage Executive Diary
Manage executive calendars, appointments, itineraries, and schedules, Schedule meetings, take minutes, and follow up on action items
Handle Correspondences
Handle email correspondence, prioritizing and responding on the client’s behalf where authorized
Organize Files & Documentation
Organize and maintain digital filing systems and records; Prepare, format, and proofread documents, reports, and presentations
Book Keeping & Budgeting Support
Perform basic bookkeeping tasks: invoicing, expense tracking, and simple financial reconciliations
Manage Logistics & Procurements
Coordinate travel arrangements and itineraries; manage procurements and needed inventories for the office
And More as the Role Evolves
Provide general administrative support to keep operations running smoothly.
Well-Rounded Professional Qualities
Drawing from the three areas of expertise above, these are the core qualities that define John as a professional: