Key skills and expertise

With 7 years of experience in rural development and civil society sectors, this expert excels in project management, monitoring and evaluation, and stakeholder engagement. They have led strategic initiatives in HIV/AIDS coordination and socio-economic planning, contributing significantly to district development in Zambia. The expert has effectively managed Constituency Development Fund allocations and collaborated on international projects with USAID. Career highlights include enhancing women's participation in local governance and spearheading health outreach programs. Responsibilities have encompassed leadership in policy guidance, capacity building, and data analysis.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with USAID through the Local Impact Governance project, focusing on governance and enhancing women's participation in local democracy. This collaboration involved capacity building and project implementation at the district level in Zambia, specifically in Chinsali. The expert played a pivotal role in managing and coordinating these initiatives, which were sector-specific and aimed at improving local democratic processes and community engagement.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across key sectors including rural development, civil society, gender, and youth advocacy. Previously held roles such as District HIV/AIDS Coordination Advisor and Socio-economic Planner, focusing on policy guidance, project implementation, and community engagement. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge spans gender mainstreaming and socio-economic planning, with a geographic focus on Zambia. Their work involves enhancing local governance and development initiatives, underscoring a comprehensive understanding of regional socio-economic dynamics. The expert has extensive experience in Zambia, particularly in local governance and regional development. They have worked on district-level projects focusing on socio-economic planning and HIV/AIDS coordination, demonstrating a deep understanding of local cultural dynamics and governance structures. This involvement highlights expertise in navigating and addressing regional development challenges within the Zambian context.

Languages and education

Fluent in English, the expert utilizes the language extensively in professional settings, including international collaborations and local governance projects in Zambia. This proficiency facilitates effective communication within multilingual teams and across diverse stakeholders in development initiatives. The expert holds a Master of Science in Social Studies of Gender from Lund University in Sweden, completed in 2022, with a major in Development Studies. Additionally, they earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Development Studies with Demography from the University of Zambia, completed in 2016. This educational background provides a strong foundation in gender studies and development.