Experience

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  IOM - UN Migration

  • Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

  • Project Assistant- Immigration and Border Management, Labour Migration and Development

    • Jul 2018 - Present
    • Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia

    Some of my key achievements and responsibilities include;- Collaborating with approximately 30 government partners and civil society organizations in the development of the Migration Policy, Diaspora Policy, and Labour Migration Strategy for Zambia, focusing on objectives such as "Harnessing the developmental potential of migration" and "Strengthening migration governance in line with international standards."- Piloting several training curriculums developed for government partners and policy practitioners in Malawi, Kenya, Ethiopia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Each training session averaging 25 participants.- Developing research, training, and capacity-building materials to support Policy Development, Immigration and Border Governance (IBG), and Labour Migration and Social Inclusion (LMI) initiatives.- Contributing to the EU 11th EDF COMESA Cross Border Trade Initiative, achieving key milestones such as:i) Developing a human mobility and trade facilitation training curriculum.ii) Deploying the MIDAS border management information system to the Mwami-Mchinji One Stop Border Post.iii) Creating an electronic border pass for use at the Kasumbalesa border post. - Training over 200 policy practitioners and cross-border traders on human mobility and trade facilitation as part of the EU 11th EDF COMESA Cross Border Trade Initiative.

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  Population Council

  • United States
  • Research Services
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Consultant

    • Dec 2017 - Apr 2018

    Some of my key achievements and responsibilities include;- Orchestrated and provided logistical and administrative support for the Evidence for Impact Symposium, ensuring a seamless experience for over 300 delegates.- Fostered collaboration with high-level government officials and members of the donor community, serving on the Symposium Steering Committee.- Spearheaded the review process of over 200 research abstracts, categorizing and arranging them into 28 themed panels for the symposium.

  • Intern

    • Aug 2017 - Dec 2017

    Some of my key achievements and responsibilities include;- Spearheaded the collaborative effort with a consultant to successfully develop the Mid-Term Review of Zambia’s Family Planning Scale-Up Plan, contributing to the improvement of family planning initiatives.- Translated health documents from French to English, aiding in the composition of a research manuscript, which involved assisting with the translation of one large manual during my tenure.- Improved accessibility of research findings by bridging language barriers, leading to a broader dissemination of the study's outcomes.- Developed a comprehensive training manual for research assistants tasked with data collection in rural areas, ensuring a standardized and efficient approach to the research process.

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  Watson Foundation

  • Research Fellow

    • Jun 2016 - Jul 2017

    As a Watson Fellow, I embarked on a transformative journey funded by this prestigious grant, facilitating a year of independent study outside the United States. My exploration took me to the UK, French Guyana, Australia, and South Africa, where my focus centered on alternatives to immigrant and refugee incarceration. Delving into the complexities of migration, my goal was not only to understand but also to contribute towards making these alternatives viable policy options. This immersive experience shaped my approach and laid the foundation for the achievements outlined in the subsequent resume bullet points;- Contributed to various tasks and projects in analyzing immigration policy through independent research and volunteering at migrant rights advocacy organizations:i) Secured emergency housing for newly arrived refugee claimants and facilitated partnerships for housing with the Toronto Bail Program at Romero House in Toronto, Canada.ii) Provided legal advice to clients at Lindela Repatriation Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa, drafted legal documents, and engaged with stakeholders to promote alternatives to immigration detention at Lawyers for Human Rights.iii) Conducted research and prepared workshops for the International Detention Coalition in Melbourne, Australia, focusing on alternatives to immigrant detention in the Southern African region, and authored policy reports on immigration detention.iv) Advised detained migrants on immigration cases, liaised with affiliate organizations to provide resources, and represented the organization in workshops on migrant and refugee rights as a case-worker at Jesuit Refugee Services in London, England.- Averaged drafting approximately three legal documents per week to secure the release of refugees in detention.

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  Wesleyan University

  • United States
  • Higher Education
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Senior Admissions Interviewer

    • May 2015 - May 2016

    Key responsibilities include;- Conducted thorough interviews with prospective students, providing detailed written evaluations to the Wesleyan Deans of Admission.- Represented the university at college fairs, actively engaging with potential applicants and their parents.- Led weekly information sessions alongside a Dean of Admission for prospective students and their parents.

  • Resident Advisor

    • Sep 2013 - May 2015

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  Innovation: Africa

  • New York, United States

  • Development Intern

    • Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
    • New York, United States

    Key daily responsibilities included;- Raised approximately $80,000 and exceeded specific fundraising targets by successfully organizing, planning, and facilitating a fundraising event for over 200 people in collaboration with permanent staff.- Researched and identified viable grant opportunities and prospective donors to support various projects and campaigns.- Managed the donor database, optimizing organization and accessibility.