Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 28 years of experience in community development and NGOs, the expert excels in program management, strategic planning, and organization development. They have led international initiatives across Africa, impacting over 100,000 youth through innovative programs. Responsibilities have included securing and managing multi-million dollar budgets, developing strategic plans, and ensuring compliance with donor requirements. Previously held roles such as Global Lead, Head of Programmes-Africa, and Director of Programs have honed their leadership skills. Career highlights include integrating technology in youth programs and establishing grant management systems for major donors like USAID and DFID.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as USAID, DFID, AUSAID, CIDA/GAC, Porticus Foundation, Aga Khan Foundation, and HelpAge International. Involvement has encompassed project implementation, grant management, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building across thematic areas like youth empowerment, education, health, and governance. Projects have been both regional and national in scope, taking place in countries across sub-Saharan Africa, including Kenya, Zambia, South Africa, Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi, and Zimbabwe.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in key sectors including community development, social development, and project management, the expert has held senior roles such as Global Lead, Head of Programmes-Africa, and Director of Programs, overseeing large-scale initiatives. Their cross-cutting expertise includes integrating technology in youth programs and developing strategic plans for development projects. The expert's geographic scope of work has been regional across sub-Saharan Africa, implementing programs that address youth empowerment, education, health, and governance, while ensuring compliance with international donor requirements. Extensive experience in countries like the Democratic Republic of Congo, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Namibia, Somaliland, South Africa, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe has provided deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English and Swahili, having utilized these language skills extensively in professional settings across various African countries. They have worked in multilingual teams and engaged in international development projects where English was the primary language of communication. The expert holds a Master of Development Studies in Child and Youth Development from St. Paul’s University, Kenya, and a Master’s in Business Administration in Strategic Management from Moi University, Eldoret, Kenya. Additionally, they obtained a Higher National Diploma in Entrepreneurship Development from Kenya Technical College, Nairobi, and a Diploma in Education, Humanities from Siriba College, Maseno, Kenya.