Godfrey Mulisa
Dar-es-salaam
Summary
Detail-oriented Research Coordinator with extensive experience in managing complex projects and fostering effective stakeholder communication. Proven track record of streamlining research processes and enhancing data collection efficiency through analytical expertise and proficient use of statistical software. Strong problem-solving skills have led to improved collaboration within research teams, driving successful project outcomes. Seeking to leverage these competencies to contribute to innovative research initiatives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Coordinator
Tanzania Center for Democracy (TCD)
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
06.2012 - 01.2013
- Conducted a comprehensive gender-based evaluation of local democracy in Tanzania.
- Obtained funding from the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance.
- Oversaw execution of capacity building initiatives for Tanzanian parliamentary political parties.
- Secured funding from the Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy (NIMD).
Programme Officer for National Civic and Voter Education
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
01.2010 - 06.2011
- Collaborated with Electoral Management Bodies to set parameters for voter education strategy, content, and coverage.
- Formulated monitoring indicators to gauge the effectiveness of voter and civic education grants programs.
- Advised NEC and ZEC on planning, implementation, and monitoring of election-related civic education in Tanzania.
- Designed comprehensive voter education curriculum for national use by CSOs and election stakeholders.
- Created and developed voter education print materials.
- Coordinated post-election training for Tanzania Regional and High Court Judges on managing election-related cases and appeals.
- Collaborated with civic and voter education service providers to ensure a unified strategy.
- Advising and assisting the EMBs in the development of voter education strategies, materials and monitoring and evaluation methodologies
- Assisting in ensuring that the voter education and public outreach strategies reach traditionally marginalized groups (women, youth, people with disabilities, etc)
- Assist the EMBs in developing suitable voter education ToT and cascade training methodologies
- Monitoring and tracking the implementation of voter and civic education activities including preparation of the progress report
- Preparing monthly, quarterly and annual civic/voter education programme plans and reports
- Providing assistance to civic education providers on monitoring indicators
- Working with Community Dialogue Officer to address the specific needs of political actors and foster dialogue and a peaceful environment to reduce the potential of post election violence in Zanzibar
- Coordinate study on understanding the factors behind, voters’ low turnout during the 2010 Tanzania general elections
Regional Voters Registration Observer
Tanzania Electoral Monitoring Committee (TEMCO)
Zanzibar
11.2009 - 01.2010
Good Governance Advisor
The Embassy of Finland
Dar es Salaam
08.2006 - 07.2009
- Monitoring and evaluation of the implementation of different Finnish Government-funded programmes in Governance, Local Government Reform Programme (LGRP), Local Government Capital Development Grant (LGCDG), National Anti-corruption Strategy and Action Plan (NACSAP), and periodically reporting on the status and quality of their implementation
- Monitor different anti-corruption activities done by government and other stakeholders
- Reviewing and monitoring proposals/grant applications from Civil Society Organisations activities in areas of Governance, democracy and anti-corruption in Tanzania
- Prepare regular analytical reports and briefings on important public reports, audits, budgets and other political developments in Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar and provide analysis of the same, including their potential impact on Finnish Support programmes to Tanzania
- Represent the Embassy and participate in the different activities of the Development Partners’ Governance Working Group (GWG) in Tanzania such as; Sector Review, Technical Working Groups (TWG’s), annual General Budget Support Review, while ensuring that the Finnish positions and requirements are reflected
- Report back to Embassy on different developments
- In collaboration with the Tanzania’s Development Partners’ Governance Working Group (GWG), I coordinated on behalf of Embassy of Finland, the DPG’s Task Force to mainstream governance issues in the natural resources sector with a focus on revenue potential and resource sustainability in reducing poverty
- Participate in the assessment of both Finland’s Local Cooperation Funding on governance related programmes to Civil Society Organizations in Tanzania
- Attend monthly meetings of the Development Partners Governance Working Group (GWG) and ensure quality contribution into the dialogue on different Finnish areas of interest
- Participate in the joint Development Partners’ – Government projects monitoring field visits
- Liaising and maintaining contact with relevant Government Officials, CSOs and international partners
- Assist in protocol organizing in the diplomatic visits of the Finnish staff and officers from the Ministry of foreign Affairs in Finland
- Assist with interpretation and translation of important national development processes and documents
Assistant Lecturer in Public Administration, Political Science and Philosophy
University of Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam
01.2004 - 12.2005
- Lecturing and supervising tutorials Political Science and International Relations, including the African Regional Integration, International law i.e The African Charter
- Lecturing and supervising tutorials to Philosophy undergraduate students at the Department of Philosophy
- Participate in different Researches conducted by the Research on Democracy in Tanzania (REDET) Programme on Governance and Democracy
- Assist in coordination of the Civic and Professional Ethics Education Programme’s activities (CEPEP) under the Department of Philosophy
- Participate in the Local Government Capacity building on professional Ethics and anti-corruption programmes
Regional Election Observer
Tanzania Electoral Monitoring Committee (TEMCO)
Pemba
10.2005 - 10.2005
- To coordinate all the TEMCO’s district observers and Poll watchers in the Pemba South Region
- Preparing and ensuring timely weekly and monthly reports on the progress of the observation team to the TEMCO secretariat in Dar es Salaam
- Providing observational assistance to the Election Management Bodies’ officials, when requested
Opinion Poll Researcher
Research and Education for Democracy in Tanzania (REDET)
Urambo Rural District
03.2005 - 03.2005
Opinion Poll Researcher
Research and Education for Democracy in Tanzania (REDET)
Tarime Rural District
08.2004 - 08.2004
Undergraduate Practical Trainee
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Dar es Salaam
01.2002 - 12.2002
- Assisted in the Diplomatic and Protocol department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
Education
Masters of Arts - Political Science & Public Administration (International Relations)
University of Dar es salaam
Dar es salaam, Tanzania01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Public Administration (International Relations)
University of Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania01.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa (C.U.E.A)
Nairobi, Kenya01.1999
Advanced Level Certificate of Secondary Education -
Don Bosco Seminary Advanced Secondary School
Dodoma, Tanzania01.1996
Ordinary Level Certificate of Secondary Education -
Don Bosco Seminary Ordinary Level Secondary School
Mafinga, Tanzania01.1993
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Power Point
- Microsoft Outlook
- Web based systems
Languagefluency
- Swahili
- English
Emailaddresses
- Godfrey.mulisa@yahoo.com
- Bubelwa.kaiza@fordia.org
- Bana@udsm.ac.tz
- Nora.pendaeli@undp.org
Languages
- English, Excellent Written, Reading and Speaking Skills
- Swahili, Excellent Written, Reading and Speaking Skills
References
- Nora Pendaeli, Team Leader, Democratic Governance Unit, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), P.O. Box 9182, Dar es salaam, +255 784 339050, nora.pendaeli@undp.org
- Professor Benson Bana, Head Department of Political Science, University of Dar es salaam, P.O. Box 35091, Dar es salaam, bana@udsm.ac.tz, 0784 225014
- Bubelwa Kaiza, Executive Director, Initiative for Development Concern (ForDIA), P.O. Box, Dar es salaam, +255 784 410939, Bubelwa.kaiza@fordia.org
Othernames
Godfrey
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Rukwa Region
- Date of Birth: 11/16/74
- Nationality: Tanzanian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Research Coordinator
Tanzania Center for Democracy (TCD)
06.2012 - 01.2013
Programme Officer for National Civic and Voter Education
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
01.2010 - 06.2011
Regional Voters Registration Observer
Tanzania Electoral Monitoring Committee (TEMCO)
11.2009 - 01.2010
Good Governance Advisor
The Embassy of Finland
08.2006 - 07.2009
Regional Election Observer
Tanzania Electoral Monitoring Committee (TEMCO)
10.2005 - 10.2005
Opinion Poll Researcher
Research and Education for Democracy in Tanzania (REDET)
03.2005 - 03.2005
Opinion Poll Researcher
Research and Education for Democracy in Tanzania (REDET)
08.2004 - 08.2004
Assistant Lecturer in Public Administration, Political Science and Philosophy
University of Dar es Salaam
01.2004 - 12.2005
Undergraduate Practical Trainee
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation
01.2002 - 12.2002
Masters of Arts - Political Science & Public Administration (International Relations)
University of Dar es salaam
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science & Public Administration (International Relations)
University of Dar es Salaam
Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa (C.U.E.A)
Advanced Level Certificate of Secondary Education -
Don Bosco Seminary Advanced Secondary School
Ordinary Level Certificate of Secondary Education -
Don Bosco Seminary Ordinary Level Secondary School
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