Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 17 years of experience, the expert excels in project management, community development, and micro-finance programming. They have led both local and international initiatives, notably the EU Trust Fund Skills for Employment Project and USAID's Feed the Future. Career highlights include managing a UGX 568 million value chain project and mobilizing UGX 2.8 billion through VSLA groups. Previously held roles such as Programme Manager at Windle International Uganda, where responsibilities included overseeing project implementation, monitoring, and strategic partnerships.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the European Union, Global Aid Canada, and USAID. The expert's involvement has included project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in education, livelihoods, and community development. Notable projects include the EU Trust Fund Skills for Employment Project and USAID's Feed the Future Commodity Production and Marketing Activity, executed on a national scale within Uganda, focusing on enhancing education quality and market-oriented skills development.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in sectors such as Environment and Natural Resource Management, Food Security, Humanitarian Aid, Micro-finance, Social Development, and Agriculture, the expert has held leadership roles including Programme Manager and Technical Expert. Their interdisciplinary expertise involves integrating livelihoods with micro-finance programming and education initiatives. The geographic scope of their work is primarily country-specific, focusing on Uganda. The expert has demonstrated a deep understanding of local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues, consistently focusing on community empowerment and development.

Languages and education

The expert is proficient in English, Luganda, and Lusoga, utilizing these languages in professional contexts within Uganda. Their language skills have facilitated effective communication in diverse environments, including project management and collaboration with multilingual teams. The expert holds a Master of Arts in Development Studies from Uganda Martyrs University, Uganda, completed between 2014 and 2016. Additionally, they obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management from Ndejje University Kampala, Uganda. Earlier, they earned a Diploma in Business Education and Management from Kyambogo University, Uganda, from 1998 to 2001. These qualifications underscore a strong foundation in development studies and business management.