Key skills and expertise

With 15 years of experience, the expert is highly skilled in rural development, agriculture, and research. She has led projects funded by USAID and UNDP, focusing on crop development and environmental management. Her technical expertise includes statistical analysis using JMP, GenStat, and SPSS. Notable accomplishments include developing weed control strategies and training farmers on sustainable practices. She has held leadership roles such as Cannabis Centre Coordinator and Research Fellow, managing budgets and supervising research projects. Her consultancy and academic roles demonstrate her ability to deliver impactful results and foster community development.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as USAID and the United Nations Development Program. Her involvement includes leading project evaluations and providing technical assistance in agriculture and environmental management. She has served as a Team Leader and Consultant Crop Expert for projects like Food Assistance & Agricultural Support and Feed the Future Zimbabwe, focusing on crop development and waste management. These projects were conducted at a national scale in Zimbabwe, covering regions such as Bulilima, Mangwe, Manicaland, Mash West, and Midlands Provinces.

Sectors and geographic focus

The expert has worked across key sectors including rural development, education, poverty reduction, science and innovation, and agriculture. She has held roles such as Research Fellow, Lecturer, and Consultant, with responsibilities in project management, evaluation, and training. Her interdisciplinary expertise includes digitalization in agriculture and sustainable farming practices. Her work is primarily focused in Zimbabwe and South Africa, where she has led initiatives aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and community development.

The expert has extensive geographic experience in South Africa and Zimbabwe, with a deep understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics in these regions. Her work has involved national projects in Zimbabwe, including specific focus areas such as Bulilima, Mangwe, Manicaland, Mash West, and Midlands Provinces. This experience has equipped her with a nuanced perspective on regional development issues, particularly in agriculture and rural development.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English and Shona, utilizing these language skills in various professional contexts, including international and national projects in South Africa and Zimbabwe. Her ability to communicate effectively in both languages has been instrumental in leading teams and conducting training sessions, interviews, and focus group discussions across diverse communities.

The expert holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Crop Science from the University of Fort Hare, South Africa (2023), and a Master of Science in Agriculture Crop Science: Agronomy from the University of Zimbabwe (2008). She earned a Bachelor of Science Honors Degree in Horticulture from the Women’s University in Africa, Zimbabwe (2005), and a Bachelor of Science in Special Needs Education from the University of Zimbabwe (2005). Additionally, she holds a Diploma in Education from the University of Zimbabwe (1997) and is pursuing further studies in climate change and strategic management.