George James Olwack
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Dynamic Senior Project Manager at Bizy Tech Limited with a proven track record in project management and effective communication. Expert in developing sustainable frameworks and enhancing stakeholder engagement, driving impactful results in agriculture and health sectors. Adept at financial management and fostering collaboration, ensuring project success through innovative strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Bizy Tech Limited
01.2024 - Current
- Developing comprehensive project plans with specific tasks, timelines, and budgets that addresses environmental, social and governance sustainability frameworks in agriculture sector development
- Identify potential project strategic risks and advice the project implementation committee on the potential mitigation strategies
- Identify key project implementation stakeholders and establish effective communication strategies with the identified stakeholders
- Developing various project management documents like project risk matrix, project data collection tools, reporting templates in alignment with donor and/or client requirements
- Guide the Company management on the best practices for successful implementation of sustainable approaches for project success
- Representation of BizyTech Limited in various forums and ensure branding and visibility of the company is top priority in all activities conducted
- Preparation of project reports as per donor and company requirements and ensure their dissemination to the donors and other relevant partners
Lead Project Coordinator
Millennium Engineers Enterprises Limited
Mwanza
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Company Overview: for a Renewable Energy (fishing industry) Project funded by EEP Africa, DOEN Foundation and Rural Energy Agency (REA) in Mwanza, Tanzania
- Ensured initiation of renewable energy projects aimed at sustainable sardine fishing effectively initiating key climate change adaptation strategies within the industry
- Managed sound partnerships and communication networks with major industry players, thereby strengthening the sardine fishing value chain and contributing to sustainable natural resource management
- Managed the project's operational and financial structure, ensuring alignment with environmental sustainability goals and efficient resource utilization
- Conducted capacity-building programs focused on environmental stewardship, empowering women's groups in the fishing industry to adopt eco-friendly practices
- Designed data collection methodologies to monitor and assess the environmental impact of project activities, ensuring adherence to conservation and sustainability objectives
- Supervise the project's execution and development and analyze where necessary how to improve its roll-out
- Managing project management documents such as the project implementation framework, project budget, etc., as directed by the managing director
- For a Renewable Energy (fishing industry) Project funded by EEP Africa, DOEN Foundation and Rural Energy Agency (REA) in Mwanza, Tanzania
Regional Project Manager (RPM)
Doctors with Africa/CUAMM
02.2018 - 11.2020
- Company Overview: for the Next Generation Nutrition Program funded by Children Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF) in Ruvuma and Simiyu regions
- Led a regional team in implementing community centric nutritional programs with a strong emphasis on sustainable health practices and ecological preservation
- Collaborated closely with local government and health teams to integrate nutritional interventions with broader sustainability in public health initiatives
- Supported the development of education and awareness creation activities implemented at health facilities and community levels for sustainable nutritional interventions
- Directed the financial stewardship of the project, aligning budgeting and expenditure with sustainable development principles
- Managed multi-stakeholder relationships, reinforcing collaborative efforts towards climate-resilient health systems and community empowerment
- Preparation of narrative reports for the donor as per deadlines; and for the government and submission to the program director as well as making project progress presentations in various forums
- Managing project sub-grantees and strengthening collaboration with other implementing partners/stakeholders at the regional level by having regular meetings and close communication
- For the Next Generation Nutrition Program funded by Children Investment Fund Foundation (CIFF) in Ruvuma and Simiyu regions
Project Coordinator
Students Integration in Community Development (SICD)
Singida
02.2014 - 11.2017
- Company Overview: for the Most Vulnerable Children (Pamoja Tuwalee) Program funded by USAID in Singida
- Worked on dissemination of project objectives and implementation approaches among the community, government officials and other implementing partners
- Acted as a focal person for communication in the region, coordinating information request and documentation of best practices for internal and external sharing
- Supported the organization in facilitation of events with participation of civil society network, project partner and the regional government authorities
- Conducted technical assistance and trainings to local government officials in Singida Region for smooth project implementation
- Provided capacity building to the project staff and partners on various projects updates through refresher trainings and review meetings
- For the Most Vulnerable Children (Pamoja Tuwalee) Program funded by USAID in Singida
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer
Students Integration in Community Development (SICD)
Singida
02.2012 - 01.2014
- Company Overview: for the Most Vulnerable Children Program funded by USAID/PEPFER in Singida region
- Worked on the development of M&E system including developing organization's M&E guideline, project database as well as project specific data collection tools
- Developed and supervises filled-in data collection tools, identifying challenges and provide support for improved data collection as well as service provision
- Project report preparation and submission to the project coordinator who finally submit them to the donor and regional government
- Conduct periodic Project Data Quality Assessment at district and regional level and suggest corrective measures for improving quality of data presented
- Supported the organization in facilitation of events with participation of civil society network, project partner and the regional government authorities
- Conducted technical assistance and trainings to local government officials in Singida Region for smooth project implementation
- For the Most Vulnerable Children Program funded by USAID/PEPFER in Singida region
Volunteer Peer Educator
Restless Development
Mbeya
01.2008 - 08.2008
- Company Overview: implementing Kijana ni Afya project in Mbeya Region
- Undertaken a situational analysis survey for HIV/AIDS impacts and knowledge at Kasumulu village, Kyela district of Mbeya region
- Working with the local authorities and other community members to find and establish a youth-owned community resource centers for adolescent education
- Hosted a range of community events, including seminars with parents, teachers, religious leaders and elders to teach and advocate on adolescent SRHR and gender; parent and child dialogues; football and netball leagues and radio events
- Empowering youths regarding their livelihood opportunities by involving them in sustainable income-generating activities
- Implementing Kijana ni Afya project in Mbeya Region
Education
Master of Science - Project Planning and Management
Institute of Accountancy Arusha
Dar es Salaam03.2025
Bachelor Degree - Environmental Planning and Management
Institute of Rural Development Planning
Dodoma11.2011
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education - History, Geography, and English Language
Nyegezi Seminary
Mwanza02.2007
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Nyanduga Secondary School
10.2004
Skills
- Effective Communication
- Creativity and Innovation
- Project Monitoring and Evaluation
- Coordination and Management
- IT & Technology
- Project management
- Financial management
- Team leadership
Languages
- English
- Swahili
Personal Information
Nationality: Tanzanian
Professional Referees
- Mr. David E. Mbaga, Program Operations and Product Manager, Millennium Engineers Enterprises Limited, Mwanza, Mwanza, Tanzania, davidmbaga95@gmail.com, +255 753 893 199/+255 710 893 199
- Mr. Noah Mwakyalabwe, Zonal Program Manager, Deloitte Tanzania, Southern Zone, Ruvuma, Ruvuma, Tanzania, mwakyalabwe@gmail.com, +255 763 069 004
- Mr. Emmanuel Godfrey Sanga, Regional Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Manager, Tetra Tech, Iringa, Iringa, Tanzania, sangaemma@gmail.com, +255 767 381 917
Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Bizy Tech Limited
01.2024 - Current
Lead Project Coordinator
Millennium Engineers Enterprises Limited
04.2021 - 08.2022
Regional Project Manager (RPM)
Doctors with Africa/CUAMM
02.2018 - 11.2020
Project Coordinator
Students Integration in Community Development (SICD)
02.2014 - 11.2017
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer
Students Integration in Community Development (SICD)
02.2012 - 01.2014
Volunteer Peer Educator
Restless Development
01.2008 - 08.2008
Master of Science - Project Planning and Management
Institute of Accountancy Arusha
Bachelor Degree - Environmental Planning and Management
Institute of Rural Development Planning
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education - History, Geography, and English Language
Nyegezi Seminary
Certificate of Secondary Education -
Nyanduga Secondary School
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