Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 21 years of experience, the expert is a registered scientist with a strong focus on rural development, food security, and environmental management. They possess robust research, analytical, and computer skills, having led significant projects such as the RangeX project in South Africa. Previously held roles include postdoctoral research fellow, senior lecturer, and principal consultant, demonstrating leadership in project implementation and supervision. Career highlights include securing a Water Research Commission funded project worth R980,000 and publishing extensively in peer-reviewed journals. Their expertise spans local and international initiatives, emphasizing sustainable development and ecosystem management.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in collaborating with international donors, the expert has worked with organizations such as the Water Research Commission of South Africa. Their involvement has included implementing projects focused on environmental management and water resources, providing technical assistance and capacity building, particularly in disaster risk management and sustainable natural resource management. The geographic focus of these donor-related activities has been primarily in South Africa and Zimbabwe, addressing both regional and national scales.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across diverse sectors, including rural development, food security, humanitarian aid, and environmental management. Responsibilities have included roles such as Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Senior Lecturer, and Principal Consultant, showcasing expertise in project implementation, research, and capacity building. Their interdisciplinary knowledge encompasses the integration of environmental science with sustainable development practices. The geographic scope of their work has been primarily in South Africa and Zimbabwe, focusing on regional and national projects. They possess a deep understanding of local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues, having been involved in long-term assignments and recurring projects in these countries.

Languages and education

Fluent in English, Shona, Xhosa, and Zulu, the expert has utilized these language skills in professional settings within South Africa and Zimbabwe, facilitating effective communication in multilingual teams and across diverse cultural contexts. Their educational background includes a PhD in Water Resource Science from Rhodes University, South Africa (2018), an MSc in Ecological Resources Management from Midlands State University, Zimbabwe (2010), and a BSc. Hons in Geography and Environmental Science from the same institution (2003). Additionally, they hold a Diploma in Development and Disaster Management from the National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe (2008).