🎙️ Episode 6: Thriving at Work — The Power of Community & FriendshipsWhat makes a workplace truly thrive? In Episode 6 of The Development Conversations Podcast, we dive into the power of authentic friendships and supportive communities in the workplace—especially within the development and humanitarian sectors.

Host Tobi Ransomed is joined by three dynamic women in development she’s worked with and grown alongside. Together, they explore how trust, connection, and collaboration can transform not just productivity—but well-being, purpose, and longevity in the field.

👥 Meet the Guests:

• Chioma Oliver Osim – Program Support Advisor
  With over 7 years of experience in proposal development, donor engagement, and program delivery in health, nutrition, and education, Chioma brings precision, strategy, and a deep commitment to excellence.

• Queeneth Njoku – Communications Advisor
  A strategic communications expert with a decade of experience across digital marketing, M&E, and knowledge management in development and environmental programs. Queeneth is known for her clarity, creativity, and strategic voice.

• Joy Akinwalare – Business Development Officer
  An experienced fundraising and communications professional with expertise in strategic messaging, proposal writing, and donor engagement. Joy is a calm force with a talent for meeting deadlines under pressure.

🎧 In this episode, we discuss:

• Why workplace friendships matter more than you think

• The role of community in avoiding burnout and building resilience

• How to navigate boundaries, trust, and conflict at work

• The difference between networking and true connection in the development world

Whether you’re an NGO professional, team leader, or simply craving more meaningful relationships at work, this conversation is for you.

📍 Listen now on:

• Spotify

• Apple Podcasts

• YouTube → @thedevelopmentconversations

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📣 Tag a colleague who’s made your work life better—and let us know your biggest takeaway from this episode!

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In Episode 5 of The Development Conversations Podcast, we’re back with a powerful and timely conversation on how to navigate career transitions, unexpected detours, and life pivots in the development sector.

Our guest, Nana Hauwa Ndirpaya, is a faith-based social entrepreneur, advocate, and founder of Free to Become. She shares her journey through relocation, motherhood, sector shifts, and evolving personal purpose , offering honest insights, practical strategies, and deep encouragement for professionals navigating change.

Whether you’re shifting roles, exploring a new path, or trying to stay grounded in seasons of uncertainty, this episode will speak to you.

What we cover in this episode:

• How to embrace career pivots and life transitions with confidence
• Staying impactful and purpose-driven during uncertain times
• Lessons from motherhood, relocation, and changing callings
• Building resilience in a constantly shifting development landscape
• The role of faith, community, and mindset in navigating change

About our guest:

Nana Hauwa Ndirpaya is the founder of Free to Become and The Daughters Project, initiatives focused on preventing intimate partner violence and helping women align their lives with God’s purpose. She merges faith and social impact to create safe, thriving communities and is the host of the Choosing Well series. You can reach her via her website https://nana.ndirpaya.com/

Listen if you’re a:

• Development practitioner
• NGO/INGO professional
• Woman navigating transitions
• Faith-driven changemaker
• Social impact leader

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• YouTube: @thedevelopmentconversations
• Spotify & Apple Podcasts: The Development Conversations Podcast

Connect with us:

• Instagram: [@thedevelopmentconversations]

• LinkedIn: The Development Conversations

• Website: https://thedevconversations.com/

Keywords:

development sector podcast, career transitions, NGO professionals, women in leadership, faith and social impact, career pivots, navigating change, nonprofit careers, African women leaders, purpose-driven work, Nana Hauwa, Free to Become, social entrepreneurship, resilience, career development.

Episode 4: Navigating Career Growth in the Development Sector (Part 2) with Rachael Inmoh

How do you stay relevant and grow in a fast-changing development sector? In this episode of The Development Conversations Podcast, host Tobi Ransomed speaks with Rachael Inmoh, a development practitioner with years of experience navigating career transitions, leadership roles, and professional growth in NGOs, social impact work, and international development.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ How to position yourself for new opportunities in development
✅ The role of flexibility, adaptability, and continuous learning in career growth
✅ Practical strategies for staying relevant in a competitive field
✅ Why networking and mentorship are key to career success

If you’re looking for actionable career advice in humanitarian work, nonprofit leadership, or social impact, this episode is for you. Listen now and take your career to the next level!

📌 Subscribe, leave a review, and share with fellow professionals!📩 Want to be a guest or collaborate? Contact us at [email protected]

Building a career in international development, humanitarian work, or social impact can be both rewarding and challenging. In this episode of The Development Conversations Podcast, host Tobi Ransomed speaks with Ransomed Chibueze, an experienced development professional, about his career journey, key milestones, and the skills needed to thrive in the ever-changing development sector.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ How to break into the development sector and build a meaningful career

✅ Key challenges and opportunities in humanitarian and social impact work

✅ The skills and mindset needed for long-term success in development

✅ Why adaptability and resilience matter for professionals in this space

Whether you're new to the sector or looking to level up, this episode is packed with insights to help you grow. Tune in now!

🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with fellow professionals!

Welcome to The Development Conversations Podcast, where we explore the heart of meaningful impact in the development sector. In Episode 2, Develop 101: Why Are You Here?, host Tobi Ransomed dives into the critical questions of purpose and alignment in development work.

🎧 Discover:

• ​How to navigate challenges like funding cuts and internal conflicts.
• ​The role of purpose as your compass and values as your map in driving sustainable change.
• ​Real-life insights from development professionals on staying true to their 'why.'
• ​Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or new to the field, this episode offers inspiration, actionable steps, and thought-provoking reflections to keep you anchored in your mission.

🌟 Don't miss out—listen, reflect, and join the conversation on staying purpose-driven in the ever-evolving world of development.

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Welcome to the very first episode of The Development Conversations Podcast! In this introductory episode, host Tobi Ransomed shares the vision behind this podcast—a platform designed for development practitioners to have conversations that matter and make impact.

Discover the purpose of this podcast, what inspired its creation, and the types of meaningful conversations you can expect. From tackling unspoken challenges in development work to sharing stories of impact and innovation, this is your space for reflection, collaboration, and growth.

Whether you're an educator, policymaker, program manager, or simply passionate about making a difference, this podcast is for you. Subscribe now and join us on this exciting journey to redefine the way we think about development work.

Keywords:

development conversations podcast, introduction to development podcast, meaningful impact, development practitioners podcast, challenges in development work, sustainable change, podcast for development professionals

Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this episode with fellow development professionals! Follow us on IG @thedevelopmentconversations; on X @thedevconvo and on LinkedIn @The Development Conversations to join the conversation.