Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 17 years of experience in rural development and agricultural value chain management, the expert excels in project design, implementation, and evaluation. Skilled in agricultural education, gender equality, and market facilitation, career highlights include leading international initiatives with organizations like SNV and Enabel. Achievements encompass establishing dairy business hubs, coordinating feasibility studies, and formalizing cooperatives. Proficiency in data analysis tools and GIS applications complements a proven track record in training facilitation, stakeholder management, and strategic project leadership.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the Netherlands Development Organization (SNV) and Enabel/Belgium Technical Cooperation. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in the agricultural sector. The expert's work has focused on gender and capacity building, particularly in dairy and sustainable agriculture projects, conducted in Tanzania on both regional and national scales.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in key sectors including rural development, agriculture, gender, and monitoring and evaluation, the expert has previously held roles such as project manager, technical advisor, and senior trainer. Responsibilities have included project design, implementation, and stakeholder coordination. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge spans digitalization in agriculture and infrastructure in rural development, with a focus on gender-sensitive approaches. The geographic scope of work is primarily in Tanzania, involving both regional and national projects. Extensive experience includes engaging deeply with local governance and cultural dynamics in rural development and agricultural projects, focusing on value chain development, gender equality, and capacity building.

Languages and education

Fluent in Kiswahili and English, the expert utilizes these languages in professional settings, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. Additionally, beginner proficiency in French enhances communication in diverse international projects. The expert holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Education and Extension from Sokoine University of Agriculture in Tanzania, obtained in 2008. Background includes secondary education with an Advanced Certificate from Karatu Secondary School in 2003 and an Ordinary Certificate from Awet Secondary School in 2000.