Key skills and expertise

With 7 years of experience, the expert is proficient in partnership development, project management, and stakeholder engagement. They have successfully led international initiatives, including a Women's Entrepreneurship training program impacting over 621 women and a youth empowerment program reaching over 761,000 individuals. Key accomplishments include launching a new product in East Africa, increasing brand awareness and market share. The expert has held leadership roles, managing virtual training, coordinating communication, and ensuring budget adherence, demonstrating strong strategic planning and cross-functional team leadership skills.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience in project implementation and capacity building, the expert has collaborated with funding partners at Yunus Environment Hub. They established strong partnerships for the Women's Entrepreneurship training program, focusing on entrepreneurship and financial management for women. This regional program impacted over 621 women entrepreneurs, showcasing the expert's ability to drive social development initiatives effectively.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in diverse sectors, the expert has worked within civil society and NGOs, social development, youth empowerment, and corporate social responsibility. Previously held roles such as Program Coordinator and Junior Brand Manager, their responsibilities have included partnership development, project management, and stakeholder engagement. Their interdisciplinary expertise integrates strategic planning and business development in regional initiatives across East Africa, particularly in Kenya, Ghana, and Ethiopia. This experience has enhanced social impact and brand presence in these markets. Career highlights include significant contributions to local governance and cultural dynamics, demonstrating extensive regional expertise.

Languages and education

Fluent in English and Swahili, the expert utilizes these language skills in diverse professional settings, managing international and local projects. This linguistic competence facilitates effective communication with stakeholders, participants, and partners in multilingual environments. The expert holds a Master of Arts in Project Planning and Management from the University of Nairobi, Kenya, completed between 2020 and 2022. They also earned a Bachelor of Corporate Communication and Management from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya, from 2015 to 2018. These qualifications provide a strong foundation in project management and communication within the context of social development and corporate sectors.