EMMANUEL BROWN
IRINGA
Summary
To find a challenging position to meet my competencies, capabilities, skills, education and experience.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Planning and Development Officer
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania Iringa Diocese
Iringa
10.2013 - Current
- Head of Planning and Development Unit
- In charge for community Development projects (CCMP Project, Ujana Project, Malaria and livestock project, HIV/AIDS project, Gender Violation project, Vunja Ukimya, Gender and Women Empowerment.
- Supervising Districts Project coordinators
- Designing and implementing projects
- Coordinating Strategic Planning process; annual and midterm reviews for strategic plan
- Facilitating budget preparation for departments and other Diocesan institutions
- Responsible for reviewing, preparation and action planning
- Building capacity of organization staff on Planning issues
- Represent the organization in various forums
- Preparation of project grant proposals and Business Plans
- Participate in report writing and periodic program monitoring and evaluation.
- Finding opportunity and networking
Project Coordinator
ELCT BIringa Diocese
Iringa Tanzania
02.1994 - Current
Project Coordinator (Ujana Project - FHI360)
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania Iringa Diocese
Iringa
04.2011 - 09.2013
- Coordinate planning, implementation, and monitoring of youth-focused HIV/AIDS interventions.
- Lead community outreach, peer education, and youth engagement activities to promote HIV prevention, testing, and treatment adherence.
- Supervise and mentor field officers, peer educators, and volunteers for effective service delivery.
- Collaborate with local health facilities, government agencies, and community partners to strengthen project impact.
- Monitor project performance, compile reports, and ensure compliance with donor and organizational standards.
- Support financial management and resource accountability in line with FHI 360 policies.
- Key Achievements:
- Increased youth HIV testing and linkage to care in targeted communities by [insert % or number].
- Successfully trained [insert number] peer educators and community volunteers.
- Strengthened partnerships with [insert relevant organizations or health facilities] to expand project reach.
Project Coordinator (CCMP - Tear Fund)
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania Iringa Diocese
Iringa
04.2011 - 09.2013
- Coordinate planning, implementation, and monitoring of Church Community Mobilisation initiatives across targeted communities.
- Facilitate participatory processes engaging church leaders, congregations, and community members in identifying development priorities and solutions.
- Train and mentor church leaders, volunteers, and community facilitators in leadership, project management, and community development skills.
- Monitor project activities, document outcomes, and prepare reports for Tearfund and ELCT stakeholders.
- Strengthen partnerships with local government, faith-based organizations, and development actors to enhance sustainability.
- Oversee responsible use of project resources, budgets, and materials.
- Key Achievements:
- Successfully mobilized [insert number] church congregations to participate in community development initiatives.
- Trained [insert number] community facilitators and volunteers in participatory development and leadership skills.
- Improved community engagement in local governance and social projects, resulting in [insert outcomes].
Project Coordinator (Malaria and Livelihood - LWR)
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania Iringa Diocese
Iringa
11.2009 - 11.2011
- Plan, coordinate, and oversee implementation of malaria prevention and livelihood programs.
- Lead community awareness, mosquito net distribution, and malaria control campaigns.
- Facilitate livelihood training's, savings groups, and sustainable agriculture initiatives.
- Supervise project staff and volunteers, ensuring quality implementation and accountability.
- Collaborate with government and partners to strengthen community health and economic resilience.
- Prepare reports, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with donor and ELCT requirements.
Community Interactor (LCCB- Project - European Union)
ELCT IRD
Kidabaga
04.2004 - 09.2006
- Responsible for implementing community-based HIV/AIDS interventions aimed at prevention, care, and support. Key responsibilities include:
- Mobilizing and educating communities on HIV prevention, testing, treatment adherence, and stigma reduction. Conducting outreach and home visits to identify clients, support ART adherence, and ensure continuity of care.
- Collaborating with health facilities, local leaders, and community organizations to strengthen HIV service delivery.
- Collecting, documenting, and reporting data on community activities, referrals, and outcomes in line with project guidelines.
- Facilitating peer education, community dialogues, and support group meetings for people living with HIV (PLHIV).
- Promoting community participation, gender equality, and reduction of discrimination against affected individuals.
- Supporting monitoring and evaluation activities to track project performance and impact.
Patron - acting Manager of Huruma Centre - Iringa Diocese
Evangelical Lutheran church in Tanzania Iringa Diocese
Iringa
02.1995 - 01.2001
- Oversee daily operations of the orphanage, ensuring effective management of staff, children, and resources.
- Implement policies and guidelines set by ELCT Iringa Diocese and relevant authorities.
- Supervise and support staff and volunteers to maintain high standards of care and professionalism.
- Ensure all children receive proper nutrition, education, healthcare, and emotional support.
- Maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment that upholds children’s rights and dignity.
- Plan, implement, and monitor programs for child development, education, and social integration.
- Prepare periodic activity reports and ensure accountability to diocesan leadership and donors.
- Oversee budgeting, financial reporting, and responsible use of resources.
- Work with the diocesan finance department to ensure transparency and compliance with donor and church policies.
- Strengthen collaboration with local government, church units, donors, and community stakeholders.
- Represent the centre in meetings, workshops, and forums related to child welfare and social development.
- Identify staff training needs and facilitate continuous learning and professional development.
- Conduct performance evaluations and promote teamwork and motivation among staff.
- Track progress of programs and services, ensuring quality and impact.
- Document success stories, challenges, and lessons learned for improvement.
Patron
Poverty South Africa
Iringa
07.1994 - 02.1995
- Provide overall guidance and direction for the orphanage’s vision, mission, and development.
- Ensure the centre operates in line with organizational values, policies, and legal requirements.
- Support fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, and partnerships to sustain the orphanage’s programs.
- Advocate for the needs of the centre within the church, community, and partner organizations.
- Oversee the well-being, safety, and rights of all children at the centre.
- Promote policies and practices that safeguard children from abuse or neglect.
- Provide guidance to the management team and staff on strategic and operational issues.
- Participate in planning, evaluation, and decision-making meetings.
- Strengthen collaboration between the orphanage, the Diocese, local government, and the community.
- Represent the centre in official functions, church gatherings, and partnership meetings.
- Serve as a role model, offering emotional, spiritual, and moral support to the children and staff.
Education
Community Development Training Instutute - Tengeru
Arusha 10-2009
Bachelor - Church and Community Development (BCCD)
Global Universality for long learning
California USA01-2016
Diploma - Church and Community Mobilisation (DCCM)
Global Universality for long learning
California USA01-2013
Advance - Participatory
Tengeru Community Development
01-2009
Basic Certificate - Community Development (BCCD)
Buhare Community Development training Institution (CDTI)
01-2003
Ordinary Certificate - Secondary Education (OCSE)
Morogoro Lutheran Junior Seminary
01-1992
Certificate - Primary Education (CPE)
Mlandege Primary School
01-1988
High School Diploma -
Community Development Training Instutute - Tengeru
Arusha 10-2009
Skills
- Computer Skills - MS Word, Power point, Internet and SPSS
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to design, implement, and monitor development projects effectively
- Ability to write comprehensive project proposal and business plans
- Ability to train, mentor, and supervise staff, volunteers, and community facilitators
- Competence in budgeting, resource allocation, and ensuring accountability for project funds
- Experience in mobilizing communities, facilitating participatory approaches, and promoting ownership of development initiatives
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to liaise with government, donors, and partner organizations
- Analytical skills to address project challenges and implement innovative solutions
- Understanding of cross-cutting issues such as gender, health (HIV/AIDS, malaria), livelihoods, and environmental sustainability
LANGUAGES
English - Excellent
Kiswahili - Excellent
Timeline
Planning and Development Officer
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania Iringa Diocese
10.2013 - Current
Project Coordinator (Ujana Project - FHI360)
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania Iringa Diocese
04.2011 - 09.2013
Project Coordinator (CCMP - Tear Fund)
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania Iringa Diocese
04.2011 - 09.2013
Project Coordinator (Malaria and Livelihood - LWR)
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania Iringa Diocese
11.2009 - 11.2011
Community Interactor (LCCB- Project - European Union)
ELCT IRD
04.2004 - 09.2006
Patron - acting Manager of Huruma Centre - Iringa Diocese
Evangelical Lutheran church in Tanzania Iringa Diocese
02.1995 - 01.2001
Patron
Poverty South Africa
07.1994 - 02.1995
Project Coordinator
ELCT BIringa Diocese
02.1994 - Current
Bachelor - Church and Community Development (BCCD)
Global Universality for long learning
Diploma - Church and Community Mobilisation (DCCM)
Global Universality for long learning
Advance - Participatory
Tengeru Community Development
Basic Certificate - Community Development (BCCD)
Buhare Community Development training Institution (CDTI)
Ordinary Certificate - Secondary Education (OCSE)
Morogoro Lutheran Junior Seminary
Certificate - Primary Education (CPE)
Mlandege Primary School
Community Development Training Instutute - Tengeru
High School Diploma -
Community Development Training Instutute - Tengeru
Other Professional Courses
- Project Monitoring and Evaluation, TACAIDS, 2012
- Policy analysis, Lobbying and Advocacy, LEMAC and Tumaini Makumira University, 2012
- Youth Leadership Skills, MS-Training Centre for Development Cooperation, 2014
- Strategic Planning, Tumaini Makumira University, 2014
- TOTs workshop on Opportunities and Obstacles to Development (O&OD) Planning Methodology, CETA and NCA, 2014
- Beekeeping, GNRC, 2014
- TOTs workshop on Gender Analysis, GAD consult Ltd, 2014
- TOTs workshop on Basic Legal Aid provision, WLAC, 2014
Key Qualifications And Skills
- Computer Skills - MS Word, Power point, Internet and SPSS
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to design, implement, and monitor development projects effectively.
- Ability to write comprehensive project proposal and business plans
- Ability to train, mentor, and supervise staff, volunteers, and community facilitators.
- Competence in budgeting, resource allocation, and ensuring accountability for project funds.
- Experience in mobilizing communities, facilitating participatory approaches, and promoting ownership of development initiatives.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to liaise with government, donors, and partner organizations.
- Analytical skills to address project challenges and implement innovative solutions.
- Understanding of cross-cutting issues such as gender, health (HIV/AIDS, malaria), livelihoods, and environmental sustainability.
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I have experience in managing various social projects as I have shown
I have done services for vulnerable children, I have done an AIDS project by building their capacity and providing home services and also encouraging young people to protect themselves and maintain morals, a project on prostitution and entrepreneurship, a project to encourage the development of the church and society in identifying and using the resources they have in facing the challenges they face and I have continued to coordinate projects at the Diocesan level which are Diaconia, Evangelism, Investment, farms - avocado and timber trees, construction of church buildings, water projects and various social services.