Ani Joan Orugboh

About Ani Joan Orugboh

Senior government affairs and policy strategy professional with over a decade of experience advancing complex policy, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement initiatives across the United States and Africa.Currently serving as International Government Affairs Advisor at Chevron in Washington, D.C, where I lead strategic engagement with U.S. government institutions, diplomatic missions, and international partners on energy policy, geopolitical issues, and global investment environments affecting multinational operations.My career sits at the intersection of policy, diplomacy, social impact, and global development. I have advised senior executives on geopolitical and regulatory risks, shaped advocacy strategies in Washington policy circles, and led cross-sector partnerships with governments, NGOs, development institutions, and private-sector leaders.Prior to my current role, I directed national social investment and partnership initiatives in Nigeria, managing programs in education, public health, and economic empowerment designed to strengthen communities and support sustainable development. I also co-founded an agricultural enterprise focused on improving livelihoods for smallholder farmers through market access, capacity building, and agricultural value chain development.My professional background uniquely combines policy strategy, international affairs, corporate diplomacy, and development program leadership, supported by advanced training in international affairs, technology, and investment in social impact.

Experience

1. International Government Affairs Advisor

   Chevron

   Jun 2022 — Present · DC, US

   Lead strategic government affairs engagement for Chevron’s Africa portfolio from Washington, D.C, advancing policy priorities across U.S. government institutions, diplomatic networks, and global stakeholders.Key contributions include:Leading corporate advocacy strategy related to Africa-focused energy policy, international investment, and geopolitical developments affecting global operations.Advising senior executives on political, economic, and regulatory trends impacting multinational business environments and market entry opportunities.Managing engagement with U.S. government officials, foreign ambassadors, international policy leaders, and think tanks.Producing high-level policy intelligence including legislative analysis, stakeholder mapping, and executive briefings.Representing corporate interests in high-level policy forums and strategic dialogues on energy security, global markets, and international partnerships.Supporting strategic initiatives of the Niger Delta Partnership Initiative (NDPI), a U.S-based nonprofit advancing economic development and community resilience in Nigeria.

Education

• Delta State University, Nigeria

  Bachelor's degree, Industrial Mathematics

• United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and UOC

  Master's degree, International Affairs and Diplomacy

• National Open University of Nigeria

  Master's degree, Information Technology