Experience

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  Living Water International

  • Rwanda

  • Country Director

    • Aug 2011 - Present
    • Rwanda

    • Contributed to implementation of the Country Strategic Plan for Rwanda through committed investment in achievement of the plan objectives, regular review of plans, and discussions with team. • Led the country program in strategic program development, by undertaking regular assessments, and designing innovative approaches to respond to the needs of the population at Rwanda.• Planned and monitored needs assessments and trained others to assess specific needs • In coordination with the Regional Vice President and Africa WASH Director and the Program team, ensured the development of new program opportunities in line with LWI Rwanda Strategic Plan. • Developed sustainable WASH programs in Liberia, identify potential partners (local and INGOs) and donors for the same and develop quality proposals to address the WASH sector needs.• Led the development of high-quality, needs-based project proposals in line with the LWI Program Framework.• In coordination with technical staff, identified local stakeholders; developed and implemented capacity-building protocols for the transfer of LWI skills and experience to local government and other stakeholders.• Provided leadership in new program/proposal development planning.• Provided overall leadership and management to all LWI Rwanda programs, by protecting and enforcing strategic program direction and growth. • Monitored all programs through periodic field visits and review sessions and ensured that program implementation strategies are compatible with overall program goals and objectives. • Trained staff on identified areas- technical and program management issues.

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  Merlin

  • Liberia

  • Country Operations Manager

    • Oct 2010 - Jul 2011
    • Liberia

    • Played a key role in the development and implementation of the country programme direction and strategy • Ensured compliance with Merlin policies and local laws including NGO law, tax, employment, Health & Safety, Insurance and any other applicable laws, providing a framework for effective policy implementation• Developed and implemented annual departmental plans in line with the country annual plan and measuring performance against key indicators• Complied and supported the implementation of all guidelines and actively engaged in problem solving through informed and innovative solutions• Represented Merlin Liberia in technical forums and to donors and other external stakeholders (including the media). • Ensured that Merlin core values (focus on outcomes, initiative; integrity, accountability, and realizing potential) are well adopted on and implemented by all staff.• Co-ordinated activities between all field sites in Liberia and the country office in Monrovia.• Worked closely with the Country Health Director, Country Finance Director, Human Resources Manager and the Logistics Manager to ensure quality programme implementation • Regularly assessed the donor environment and opportunities for funding, and led on the development of concept notes and ensured they are submitted when funding opportunities are identified.

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  World Vision

  • South Sudan

  • Area Rehabilitation Programme Coordinator

    • May 2010 - Sep 2010
    • South Sudan

    • Participated in the design of the Area Rehabilitation Program along with new projects• Worked closely with the Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) team to develop a Design document that is Learning through Evaluation with Accountability and Planning (LEAP) aligned while meeting the needs of the donors.• Initiated and supported liaison with other key sectors in WVS for the development of multi-sectoral projects and project plans.• Provided guidance to ARP Project Officers for preparation of project design documents and reports per donor requirements.• Ensured that all partners are appropriately included and informed during and after the design process. (Partners: Community, Community Based Organization (CBO), Government officers, Support office, etc…)• Ensured quality of implementation including appropriate structures, internal and external standards, staffing, resources and policies.• Monitored the impact of projects and promote learning by documentation of best-practices. Used this information to support decision-making processes and follow-up to make necessary adjustments.• Analyzed and evaluated the impact of proposed changes regarding scope, report findings and solutions. Proactively managed changes to continuously improve service delivery, in accordance with timelines, budgets etc.• Monitored the implementation of the project to ensure that the project systems and staff are working to achieve the project goals and objectives and that the project is maintaining World Vision and donor accountability standards. Ensure all grant requirements are adhered to.

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  Tearfund

  • Liberia and South Sudan

  • Area Coordinator

    • Feb 2007 - May 2010
    • Liberia and South Sudan

    • Managed and supported Programme Area managing 45-60 field staff across different sectors implementing Primary Health Care, Nutrition, Government Health Systems Strengthening, Food Security, Community Health Education, Water and Sanitation, and Community Empowerment sectors;• Responsible for overall area program grant management of $3.0 million USD including compliance with bi-lateral (USAID, CIDA, ECHO,EU, Canadian Food Grains Bank) and UN agencies (UNICEF, UNDP, WFP, FAO) donor requirements and reporting;• Led strategic planning process, goals and program objectives including supporting the results of these in programme implementation, strategies, plans and activities;• Worked with the HR Manager, Finance Manager, and Logistics Manager as part of the Senior Management Team to ensure compliance with all host country, donor and internal management systems and procedures.• Represented Tearfund at inter-agency meetings, NGO forums, the NGO Steering Committee, to donors and UN agencies.• Worked with stakeholders in focus groups and reviews to ensure that information was practical and accessible

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  (ADRA) Adventist Development and Relief Agency

  • Yemen

  • Project Director

    • Apr 2006 - Dec 2006
    • Yemen

    • Developed, in cooperation with Yemen Country Director and HQ Program desk, short, medium and long-term strategic plans maintaining program focus in areas congruent with ADRA's program objectives.• Maintained effective communication with donors specifically with UNHCR for coordination and partnership opportunities.• Identified new opportunities for program growth in coordination with the Yemen Country Director and the HQ desk.• Participated in NGO sector coordination groups and identified areas for coordination and collaboration.• Negotiated contracts and agreements with donors in conjunction with ADRA senior staff.• Maintained effective communication with ADRA's senior staff, regarding program development, funding agreements and staffing.• Identified, and when necessary, initiated and maintained program partnerships with external implementing agencies.• Worked with the Country Director in the oversight and management of project implementation, including allocation of resources and ensuring that appropriate controls are maintained at all levels.• Ensured that key project activities are achieved per project budget, timeline, and donor requirements.• Ensured that team members are effective and efficient to ensure program success.• Provided feedback to staff to ensure optimal performance.• Provided on-going support to sector coordinators and program implementation teams.• Served as a link between ADRA Sana’a office and all project counterparts through sectoral coordination in (South part of Yemen) - Aden.

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  World Vision

  • Ethiopia

  • Various roles, Senior Agricultural Programme Officer, Area Development Programme Manager, TeamLeader

    • Jul 1984 - Mar 2006
    • Ethiopia

    • Led in setting strategic focus of the Area Development program (ADP)• Led in participatory plan preparation and appraisal at ADP level• Managed, Coordinated, and Supervised the overall planning and implementation of programs.• Prepared and developed the strategic and operational plans of the organization and provided guidance and direction.• Ensured that the appropriate and standard systems and procedures including monitoring and evaluation are in place and in operation.• Ensured that appropriate logistic, administrative and financial guidelines and regulations are established and/or maintained and involved in budget preparation and the setting of parameters and processes.• Ensured the smooth continuation of the organization’s operation through timely preparation and timely submission of proposals to donors.• Identified and determined the strategic networks and alliances on which the organization should invest time and effort as well as promoted shared vision among stakeholders, and also maintained and promoted smooth relationship with government Institutions, non-governmental institutions and others that have interest in the organization’s short and long term objectives.• Forged and maintained relationships with donors, negotiating and maximizing opportunities to secure reliable funding for programs.• Managed and maintained all reporting requirements for program funding and ensuring program objectives.• Represented the organization in its relations with third parties around the program area.•