Wiriranai B. Masara (Ph.D.)
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English Full professional proficiency
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Shona Native or bilingual proficiency
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German Elementary proficiency
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Credentials
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Conflict Sensitivity
United States Institute of PeaceNov, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Peace Mediation
United States Institute of PeaceNov, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Religious Engagement in Peacebuilding
United States Institute of PeaceNov, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
United Nations Humanitarian Civil-Military Coordination
United States Institute of PeaceNov, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Electronic Library Resources
Information Training and Outreach Centre for AfricaMar, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Contested Governance
The University of FreiburgSep, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Life Skills and Work Readiness
DeloitteJun, 2017- Sep, 2024 -
Passport to Success
International Youth FoundationJun, 2017- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Freelance Researcher
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Research Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Freelance Researcher
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Feb 2019 - Present
Conducted academic, policy and international research. Formulated and developed qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Wrote proposals, conducting literature review, data collection, collation and statistical analysis. Drafted reports, articles and delivered presentations when required. Proofread, copyedited and verified factual correctness. Conducted academic, policy and international research. Formulated and developed qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Wrote proposals, conducting literature review, data collection, collation and statistical analysis. Drafted reports, articles and delivered presentations when required. Proofread, copyedited and verified factual correctness.
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African Intelligence Studies Collective
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Zimbabwe
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Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Steering Committee Member
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Jun 2021 - Mar 2023
Acted as an advocate for initiatives and projects across the organization, set the strategic direction of projects and provided expert input on concerns and issues related to security intelligence cooperation in Africa. Worked with the Co-Facilitator, other board officers, and committee chairs to develop the agendas for board meetings and presides at these meetings. Created a safe environment for decision-making by inviting participation, encouraging varying points of view and stimulating a frank exchange of ideas to provide shared decision-making. Promoted and served as an ambassador of the organization, identifying resources and partnerships that help AISC achieve its mission. Show less
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United Nations Peacekeeping
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United States
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International Affairs
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200 - 300 Employee
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Security Institutions Intern
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Dec 2021 - May 2022
Conducted specific research on current developments related to Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) in assigned countries. Assisted in drafting of briefing notes, reports, and other internal documents. Supported the work of the Inter-Agency Working Group on DDR, including on the review process of the Integrated DDR Standards. Assisted in the development and dissemination of communication and public information material; Upkeeped fact sheets and other information repositories on peacekeeping missions. Attended conferences and assisted in administrative work of the DDR Section. Show less
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University of Zimbabwe
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Zimbabwe
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Teaching Assistant
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Sep 2016 - Jun 2017
Prepared and delivered lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars. Set, marked and moderated examinations and assessments. Carried out administrative tasks related to the department, such as research and induction programs. Established collaborative links with other institutions, industrial, commercial and public organizations. Attended and participated in meetings, conferences, and other events in and outside of the institution. Prepared and delivered lectures, tutorials, workshops, and seminars. Set, marked and moderated examinations and assessments. Carried out administrative tasks related to the department, such as research and induction programs. Established collaborative links with other institutions, industrial, commercial and public organizations. Attended and participated in meetings, conferences, and other events in and outside of the institution.
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Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education of Zimbabwe
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Zimbabwe
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Education Administration Programs
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400 - 500 Employee
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Relief Teacher
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Jan 2012 - Nov 2013
Facilitated learning. Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and coursework. Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results. Implemented and encouraged a debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking. Facilitated learning. Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and coursework. Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results. Implemented and encouraged a debate-style classroom environment to increase student engagement and promote critical thinking.
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Médecins du Monde
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France
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Peer Educator - Volunteer
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May 2010 - Nov 2011
Provided technical support for programmatic support for the promotion of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights of youths in schools within eastern rural Zimbabwe. Worked collaboratively with coordinating staff oversee the implementation of supported projects. Provided individual and group educational skill building opportunities to identify strategies to improve adherence to health routines. Conducted training in collaboration with local and national actors, civil society actors and also staff working in services and management. Contributed to knowledge management by recording and documenting results and lessons learned. Participated as needed on high priority activities such as assisting in analyzing progress, performance, and presenting this information to a variety of audiences. Show less
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Education
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2019 - 2022
Leipzig University
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Global Studies: With A Special Emphasis on Peace and Security in Africa -
2015 - 2017
University of Zimbabwe
MSc, Sociology and Social Anthropology -
2012 - 2015
University of Zimbabwe
BSc (Hons.), Sociology
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