Key skills and expertise

With 24 years in non-profit sector management, the expert excels in leading country programs and designing evidence-based, people-centered initiatives. Their expertise includes rights-based development, focusing on education, health, gender inclusion, and governance. They have successfully raised over £7 million from international donors and managed portfolios up to £9 million. Previously held roles such as Country Director and Country Program Manager, with achievements in youth empowerment and risk management. The expert is skilled in building dynamic teams and fostering organizational change.

Project experience and donor exposure

Bringing extensive experience, the expert has collaborated with international donors such as DFID, SIDA, USAID, UNICEF, MasterCard Foundation, the EU, Swiss Development Cooperation, and Irish Aid. Responsibilities have included project implementation, resource mobilization, and capacity building in sectors like education, health, governance, and entrepreneurship. The projects span regional and national levels, particularly in South Sudan, Uganda, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, focusing on youth empowerment, social justice advocacy, and humanitarian aid.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors including rural development, food security, humanitarian aid, youth programs, human rights, and resource management. Background includes positions at various organizations where the focus was on rights-based development and governance. Their cross-cutting expertise involves integrating education, health, and entrepreneurship into sustainable livelihoods. The geographic scope of their work is regional, with significant contributions in Uganda, South Sudan, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. They have demonstrated deep familiarity with local governance and cultural dynamics, leading long-term assignments and development projects in these regions.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English and Luganda, with good proficiency in Swahili and French. These language skills have been utilized in various professional contexts, including working with multilingual teams and managing international development projects in regions like South Sudan, Uganda, and Zambia. The expert holds a Master of Business Administration with Distinction from the University of Hull, UK. Additionally, they have a Diploma in Management from the University of Reading / Henley Business School, UK, and a Diploma in Agricultural Engineering from Uganda Polytechnic, Uganda. They also completed a Certificate in Rural Development Management from the University of Reading, UK.