Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 11 years of experience in financial services, microfinance, and investment management, the expert demonstrates key skills in portfolio management, risk assessment, asset management, and fundraising. Responsibilities have included facilitating fundraising through stock markets and developing investment policies for institutional investors. Career highlights include leadership roles such as Back Office Equities Supervisor, where support for market research and board presentations were key duties. The expert has also contributed to writing funding proposals and training loan officers, enhancing financial services operations and driving investment sector development.

Project experience and donor exposure

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in diverse sectors, the expert has worked within financial services, microfinance, fundraising and grant management, private sector trade, and agriculture and rural development. Previously held roles such as Back Office Equities Supervisor and Investments Officer have focused on portfolio management, risk assessment, and fundraising. Their interdisciplinary expertise encompasses financial market analysis and investment policy development, primarily within Zimbabwe. The expert has contributed significantly to regional economic growth through strategic financial initiatives and stakeholder engagement, demonstrating a deep understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics in Zimbabwe.

Languages and education

Fluent in English, a UN official language, and Shona, the expert utilizes these language competencies in professional settings, including financial services and microfinance, where effective communication is crucial. The educational background includes a Master of Commerce in Development Finance from The Great Zimbabwe University, Zimbabwe, completed in 2021. Additionally, an Executive Certificate in Investments & Portfolio Management was obtained from the University of Zimbabwe in 2017, along with a Certificate of Proficiency in Pension Funds and Life Insurance from the Insurance Institute of Zimbabwe in 2017. The expert's foundational academic qualification is a Bachelor of Commerce Honors in Finance from the National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe, completed in 2014.