Results-oriented professional with strong leadership skills and a commitment to continuous growth. Leverages expertise to drive organizational success and deliver impactful solutions. Thrives in high-pressure environments, adapting effectively to changing circumstances and meeting deadlines.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Protection and Safeguarding Officer
Foundation for Girls Hope Tanzania
01.2023 - 05.2025
Raised awareness and built capacity among staff, partners, stakeholders, and community case workers on child protection and safeguarding policies, enhancing understanding of SEAH mitigation measures.
Ensured all cases (50) of GBV, VAC and sexual exploitation abuses are referred to the appropriate services providers on timely.
Engaged school committees in trainings and seminars on GBV and VAC, promoting child inclusiveness within the community.
Formulating child school committees on child protection and safeguarding issues and sexual reproduction health program.
Evaluated and implemented best practices to address community issues, facilitating effective resolutions and support.
Provision and reported all trainings, seminars and workshops to the MEAL Manager.
School Patron
Crown Secondary School
Dar es Salaam
01.2020 - 01.2023
Conducted workshops for students on child protection laws, promoting understanding and reporting mechanisms.
Facilitated discussions to cultivate understanding of child rights concepts among students at school and home.
Ensured student protection and safety within school environment.
Managed student health information and coordinated first aid assistance with nurse.
Program Officer
SOS Children's Villages
Dar es Salaam
01.2017 - 01.2020
Facilitated identification of 500 target families and 1500 beneficiaries for program recruitment.
Conducted field visits to collect data, assess community needs, and develop mitigation measures aligned with families' development plans.
Coordinated training sessions for recruited families, stakeholders, partners, and CCW to enhance gender mainstreaming and sensitivity.
Prepared and submitted reports (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semiannual, annual, good practices, progress report, and technical report) in a timely manner for sustainable project management and development records from the community and government.
Program Officer Volunteer
SOS Children's Villages
Dar es Salaam
01.2016 - 01.2017
Education
Bachelor of Education - Arts
Mwenge Catholic University
01.2015
Skills
Training needs assessment
Training and facilitation skills
Session design
Adult education techniques
Capacity building facilitation
Community project proposals
Community resources mobilization
Social research Skills
Strategic Planning
Planning and management
Facilitating and consultation
Team building
Advocacy skills
Strong analytical skills
Interpersonal skills
References
Godwin Andrea Mziray, National Executive Director, Foundation For Girls Hope In Tanzania, info@girlshope.co.tz, 0747 301 182, 0656 903 939
Kennedy Mashema, Program Coordinator, SOS Children's Villages Tanzania, Dar es Salaam, Chanika, Dar es Salaam, 0713507088
Abel Shirima, Deputy Principal, Crown Secondary School, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, +255621644214
Waziri Nashiri, Municipal Social Welfare Officer (MSWO), Ilala Dar es Salaam City Council, P. O. Box 5429, Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, +255 620 303 989, nashiriwaziri29@gmail.com
Disclaimer
I declare to you that everything stated in this C.V is true and valid with respect to my knowledge, skills and understanding.
Child Protection Officer-Systems Strengthening-UNICEF at United Nation VolunteerChild Protection Officer-Systems Strengthening-UNICEF at United Nation Volunteer