Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 9 years of experience, the expert is a seasoned social worker specializing in counseling, social well-being promotion, and violence and OVC case management. Key qualifications include strong skills in clinical research, recent HIV infection testing, and professional counseling. Responsibilities have included roles as a team leader and district trainer, coordinating psychosocial support activities and community sensitization initiatives. Career highlights include serving as a peer reviewer for an academic journal and achieving recognition as the best student in Social Work. The expert has effectively contributed to both local and international NGO projects focused on health and social development in Lesotho.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in donor-funded roles, the expert has extensive experience working with various NGOs in the health and social development sectors. They have collaborated with organizations such as ICAP, MOH, EGPAF, and PSI Lesotho. Their work has involved capacity building, technical assistance, and project implementation at a national level in Lesotho. The focus has been on addressing HIV/AIDS, TB, and cervical cancer, alongside efforts in community sensitization, policy sensitization, and psychosocial support activities.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked extensively in sectors including civil society, NGOs, gender, humanitarian aid, poverty reduction, social development, youth, and human rights. Previously held roles include social worker, team leader, and district trainer, with responsibilities in case management, community sensitization, and psychosocial support. Their interdisciplinary expertise encompasses clinical research and counseling, particularly within the health sector. The geographic scope of their work is primarily based in Lesotho, contributing to both local and international initiatives aimed at enhancing community resilience and well-being. This long-term engagement has equipped them with a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the region.

Languages and education

Fluent in English, Sotho, and Zulu, the expert utilizes these language skills in professional settings within Lesotho. Their multilingual capabilities support work in counseling, community sensitization, and collaboration with local and international NGOs, facilitating effective communication across diverse teams and with various stakeholders. The expert holds a Master of Social Work (Merit) degree completed between 2020 and 2023, and a Bachelor of Social Work (First Class) obtained in 2015, both from the National University of Lesotho. Their educational journey also includes a Cambridge Overseas School Certificate and a Junior Certificate, all pursued in Lesotho.