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TOP MARITIME WOMEN IN NIGERIA job and achieving outstanding job records. From 2017- 2018, she was the Director, Planning, Research and Data Management Department of NIMASA where she was in charge of NIMASA's planning, research, data management activities, quarterly MPR and bi-annual retreat. She also coordinated the development and implementation of corporate strategic plans, and monitored the agency performance and ensured the achievement of set indicators. As the Director of Planning, Research and Data M a n a ge m e n t , s h e p a r t i c i p a t e d a c t ive ly i n t h e development, review and implementation of research policy and strategies, and implemented management controls and reporting procedures, ensuring that the management team has up to date situational awareness of all core issues and operating data pertinent to sound decision-making. Aisha was NIMASA's Zonal Coordinator, Central and W e s t e r n Z o n a l O f f i c e s f r o m 2011 – 2017. She was the Registrar of Ships (2005-2010) where she was responsible for monitoring the registration of vessels flying the Nigerian flag and implementing the provisions of the Merchant Shipping Act (MSA) and International Conventions on Ship Registration among other related functions. Other positions of responsibility she has held in NIMASA include Head (Ship Acquisition and Ship Building Fund Aishatu Jummai Musa A Aisha has a strong passion for delivering the best on the job and achieving outstanding job records. From 2017-2018, she was the Director, Planning, Research and Data Management Department of NIMASA where she was in charge of NIMASA's planning, research, data management activities, quarterly MPR and bi-annual retreat. isha Jummai Musa is a seasoned administrator in Nigeria's maritime sector. She has over 30 years' experience in coordinating administrative activities, improving work processes, and implementing best practices and policies in the sector. She is also adept at leading research, and strategic planning for organizational growth and development. Aisha is the Director, Administration/Human Resources at the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA). With a solid expertise in Human Resources Management, Aisha supervises the updating of internal database, guides operating methods and implements the Agency's organizational vision, policies, and goals. She also coordinates training, pension, health safety and environment policies, general services and projects, transport and logistics; oversees all matters relating to facilities and administration, including building lease, front desk, supply resource management and records function. She also monitors daily office operations, developing and overseeing office standard o p e ra t i n g p ro c e d u re s a m o n g m a ny o t h e r responsibilities. Aisha has a strong passion for delivering the best on the Unit)2000 – 2005), Ag Secretary NMA Board of Directors, 1999 – 2000 and Chief Legal Officer (1996-1999). Before joining NIMASA, Aisha had worked with Aishatu Maimuna & Co. (Solicitors & Advocates) – Principal Partner, Alpha Services Limited, Kaduna, Alhaji Y. A. Ahmed & Sons Limited, Kaduna – Secretary/Legal Adviser and the Department of Legal Drafting, Kaduna State House of Assembly as Legal Intern (NYSC) 1983 – 1984. Aisha attended the prestigious Queen Amina College, Kaduna where she obtained her West African School Certificate before proceeding to Bayero University, Kano (School of General Studies) to receive General Certificate of Education. She then went to Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria where she got her Bachelor of Law degree and was called to the Bar in 1983. She has served in many committees too numerous to mention, and has attended international and local courses relating to shipping, legal, and maritime. Ships & Ports | 48