Key skills and expertise

Bringing over six years of experience in social development, conflict management, and monitoring and evaluation, the expert possesses key skills in designing conflict monitoring tools, conducting risk assessments, and developing grassroots-led training manuals. They have successfully led projects across multiple African countries, collaborating with international donors such as USAID. Previously held roles include Senior Researcher and Director of Programs, where responsibilities have included managing teams, overseeing research cycles, and coordinating the dissemination of findings. Career highlights include developing community-led child protection strategies and contributing to the Wasafiri CREATE Research project on violent extremism.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has engaged with USAID/OTI on the Sudan programme, participating in evaluations by interviewing Sudanese activists in Nairobi. This involvement emphasized governance and conflict resolution, supporting peace processes in Sudan. The work was regional, focusing on areas vulnerable to violence and promoting good governance. Responsibilities included drafting reports on the activities and impacts of these initiatives.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in social development, monitoring and evaluation, conflict management, democratization, and justice reform, the expert has held roles encompassing program implementation, research consultancy, and senior research positions. Responsibilities have included designing monitoring tools and leading risk assessments. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge spans peacebuilding and resource management, with a geographic scope covering East and Central Africa. This work has involved collaboration with local and international stakeholders to address complex regional development issues. Extensive geographic experience includes professional engagements in Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, and Uganda, with deep familiarity with local governance, cultural dynamics, and regional development issues.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English, French, Luganda, Lusoga, and Swahili. These language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including in-country work across multiple African nations such as Kenya, Uganda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The expert's multilingual abilities have facilitated effective communication in diverse teams and contributed to successful project implementation in international settings. The expert holds a Master's degree in Peace Studies and International Relations, expected to be completed in October 2025, and a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy obtained in November 2015.