Key Skills and Expertise

Bringing over 10 years of experience in gender-based violence prevention and international development, the expert has led regional projects across Africa, achieving significant improvements in program reach and efficiency. Key qualifications include strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building. Responsibilities have included managing cross-functional teams and developing strategic partnerships with NGOs and government agencies, resulting in a 20% increase in program reach.

Project Experience and Donor Exposure

With a background in collaborating with international donors such as UNFPA ESARO, Sida Zambia, Norad, and the UN Trust Fund, the expert has been involved in project implementation, capacity building, and compliance with reporting guidelines. Career highlights include working on gender justice initiatives, including ending FGM, child marriage, and SGBV, across 22 MenEngage Africa countries, primarily in Africa.

Sectors and Geographic Focus

Worked across diverse projects involving civil society, NGOs, gender, youth, fundraising, human rights, and institutional development. Previously held roles such as Programmes Manager and GBV Programme Specialist, focusing on strategic planning, advocacy, and capacity building. The expert's work spans regional initiatives across Africa, integrating gender-sensitive approaches into program interventions and fostering partnerships with local and international stakeholders.

Background includes positions at organizations in South Africa, Uganda, and Sierra Leone, managing regional programs in 24 African countries. Responsibilities have included deep engagement with local governance and cultural dynamics, contributing to regional development initiatives and fostering partnerships with local NGOs and government agencies.

Languages and Education

The expert is proficient in English, Luganda, and Swahili, with limited working proficiency in French. These language skills have been utilized in managing multilingual teams and conducting regional projects across Africa, enhancing communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.

With a background in social sciences and development studies, the expert holds a Master of Arts in Development Studies with a specialization in Gender and Human Rights from Uganda Martyrs University, Uganda. Additionally, they completed a Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences (Hons) with a focus on Psychology from Makerere University, Uganda. This education has equipped them with the skills to analyze and address social and economic development issues.