Key skills and expertise

With 12 years of experience, the expert specializes in project management, monitoring and evaluation, and advocacy within community development, NGOs, and social development sectors. Skilled in data analysis using Stata, R, and Dedoose, the expert has led projects across South Africa, Kenya, and Uganda, managing teams of over 40 individuals. Key accomplishments include spearheading initiatives to empower women in East Asia and providing education to refugees, resulting in extended client contracts. Leadership roles have ensured that project deliverables consistently meet high standards and client expectations.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience with international donors, the expert has collaborated on projects at IDinsight, including Village Enterprise, which involved significant fundraising and donor relations management. The work spanned thematic areas such as women empowerment and education, focusing on regions including South Africa, Kenya, Uganda, and East Asia. Responsibilities have included project implementation, stakeholder management, and data analysis, contributing to both regional and national development efforts.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors such as community development, NGOs, gender and human rights, social development, monitoring and evaluation, project management, financial services, and audit. Roles have involved project leadership, data analysis, and stakeholder management. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise includes leveraging digital tools for data analysis to evaluate program impacts. Geographic experience spans South Africa, Kenya, Uganda, and East Asia, with a focus on regional and national initiatives aimed at social and economic development. This work has involved collaboration with local governments and communities, providing a deep understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics.

Languages and education

The expert obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in Psychology and Political Science from Michigan State University, USA, graduating in 2018. Recognized as a MasterCard Foundation Scholar, the expert engaged in research and leadership roles during their studies. Prior to this, the expert completed a curriculum focused on leadership, entrepreneurship, and African studies at the African Leadership Academy in Johannesburg, South Africa.