Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 35 years of experience in engineering, the expert specializes in electrification project management, renewable energy integration, and infrastructure management. Previously held roles include Managing Director of Zimbabwe Africa Infrastructure Development Group, where responsibilities included strategic planning and project oversight. The expert has consulted on significant projects such as the Hwange and Kariba Expansion Projects. Technical expertise encompasses transmission systems protection and grid network studies. Career highlights include serving as Vice President of The World Federation of Engineering Organisations and receiving engineering awards for contributions to policy formulation for utilities.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international organizations such as COMESA and SADC, providing consultancy on economic partnership agreements and trade in services with the European Union. The expert's involvement included technical assistance in construction and engineering-related services within the African region. These regional projects focused on infrastructure development and fostering economic cooperation between African nations and the EU.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in key sectors including energy, environment and climate, water, sanitation and hygiene, ICT and telecommunications, and research and innovation, the expert has held leadership roles such as Managing Consultant. Responsibilities have included strategic planning, project management, and technical consultancy. Cross-cutting expertise includes integrating renewable energy systems and infrastructure management. The expert's work primarily focuses on the African region, with significant contributions to national and regional projects aimed at enhancing infrastructure and economic development. Extensive experience in Zimbabwe includes roles such as Managing Director of Zimbabwe Africa Infrastructure Development Group and consultancy on national projects like the Hwange and Kariba Expansion Projects. Work with international organizations has further expanded regional expertise, focusing on infrastructure and economic development.

Languages and education

The expert is pursuing a PhD in Information Systems Management in Engineering Electrification Projects at the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Background includes a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Zimbabwe, with a focus on Strategic Management and Information Technology. Additionally, the expert earned a Bachelor of Technology in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Honours) from the University of Zimbabwe. The academic background is complemented by a Diploma in Project Management from Steward & Associates, Canada.