Usman Usman

Usman Usman is a seasoned professional in the field of security and defense, currently serving as a Public Security Coordination Specialist at UNDP since August 2021. Usman’s extensive experience includes roles such as Community Vigilante/Security Analyst at UNDP, Field Security Associate at United Nations OCHA, and Security Manager at New Incentives. Prior positions also include Security Coordinator and Country Security Officer at INTERSOS and a Safety and Security Officer at the Danish Refugee Council. Usman has a robust educational background, pursuing a PhD in Security and Defence Studies at the Nigerian Defence Academy while holding an MPhil in Defence and Security Studies and an MS in Disaster Risk Management and Development Studies. Additional qualifications include a Diploma in Cyber Security and Counter Terrorism, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management, alongside a Bachelor of Science in Geography and Environmental Management from the University of Ilorin.