Gumbo Juma Mwajuma
Morogoro
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work history
Quality Assurance Coordinator
University of Dodoma
01.2021 - 12.2025
Chair of the Board
Thubutu Africa Initiatives
01.2021 - 12.2025
Lecturer & Academic Leader
University of Dodoma
02.2020 - 12.2025
Postgraduate Studies Coordinator
University of Dodoma
01.2018 - 01.2021
Board Member
Thubutu Africa Initiatives
01.2016 - 01.2020
Assistant Lecturer
University of Dodoma
01.2010 - 01.2019
Tutorial Assistant
University of Dodoma
01.2010 - 01.2010
Students’ Warden
University of Dar es Salaam
01.2002 - 01.2009
Education
PhD - Social Sciences (Theatre Arts)
University of Dodoma
/2013 - /2019
Master of Theatre Arts - Theatre Arts
University of Dar es Salaam
/2008 - /2010
Bachelor of Fine and Performing Arts - Fine and Performing Arts
University of Dar es Salaam
/2005 - /2008
Diploma - Theatre Arts
Bagamoyo College of Arts
Tanzania /1994 - /1997
Certificate - Journalism
Morogoro School of Journalism
Tanzania /2000 - /2001
Secondary Education -
Mawenzi Secondary School
Tanzania /1990 - /1993
Skills
1 Attention to details
2 Good listener and compassionate supporter
3 Project Leadership & Coordination
4 Mentorship & Academic Guidance
5 Community Engagement through Theatre for Development (TFD)
6 Team player
Referees
- Deusdeit, Mjungu, Deputy Project Director, mjungud@yahoo.com, +255 765 923 417, PATH Tanzania
- Rafiki, Sebonde, Lecturer, ryohana@yahoo.co.uk, +255 757 861 137, University of Dodoma
- Asha, Salim, Head of Department, Arts & Media Studies UDOM, ashakomeka@gmail.com, +255 754 826 886
Projects & Grants
Her leadership has been central to projects such as the Development of Tanzania’s National Curriculum of Education (TIE, 2023–2024), the Vocational Education Curriculum Development (VETA, 2023–2025), the Misitu Kisiki Hai Project (2015–2016), and the Aflatoun Program Evaluation (ICS, 2010–2011). These projects demonstrate her ability to bridge policy, practice, and community engagement.
Recognition & Appreciation
Dr. Mwajuma has been acknowledged for her outstanding contributions to education, the arts, and community development. In 2024, the Tanzania Institute of Education (TIE) formally appreciated her involvement in the development of the national creative arts curriculum, recognizing her leadership in shaping educational frameworks. Her commitment to academic innovation and mentorship was honored by the University of Dodoma in 2021 with the Leadership in Arts Education Recognition, highlighting her role in advancing quality assurance and postgraduate studies. Earlier, in 2016, she was celebrated by Thubutu Africa Initiatives with the Community Impact Recognition, acknowledging her transformative use of Theatre for Development to empower communities and promote social change. These acknowledgments reflect her vision, dedication, and influence as a female leader who bridges academia, policy, and grassroots engagement.
Publications & Research
Her scholarly contributions include her doctoral thesis on costume design and her master’s dissertation on costume use in Tanzanian film. She has published and presented work on costume as cultural identity, theatre as a tool for social education, and quality assurance in higher education. Current research projects explore costume and identity in contemporary Tanzanian film, community theatre as a tool for financial education, and curriculum reform in creative arts education.
Workshops & Training
She has facilitated and participated in workshops on curriculum design and review, quality assurance in higher education, examination standards, theatre in social and financial education, women in leadership, and theatre against racism. These engagements highlight her role as both a learner and a trainer committed to advancing knowledge and practice.
Core Competencies
Dr. Mwajuma combines her expertise in Theatre Arts education with strong leadership in curriculum development and policy reform, having influenced national frameworks and vocational training programs. Her research skills in qualitative analysis and arts-based inquiry are complemented by her role in quality assurance for higher education, where she ensures academic excellence and compliance. Beyond academia, she applies Theatre for Development to engage communities in social and environmental education, demonstrating the arts as a powerful tool for transformation. She is also an experienced project leader and mentor, guiding students and colleagues while developing creative arts content that advances education, empowerment, and innovation.
Consultancy & National Contributions
Dr. Mwajuma has provided consultancy and leadership in several national and community-based initiatives. She served as Lead Consultant for the Tanzania Institute of Education (TIE) in developing the creative arts curriculum (2023–2024), and as Curriculum Development Leader for VETA in designing vocational training materials for performing arts (2023–2025). She applied Theatre for Development in the Misitu Kisiki Hai Project (2015–2016), mobilizing communities for sustainable environmental practices. Earlier, she evaluated theatre-based financial and social education programs for International Child Support (ICS) (2010–2011), and represented Tanzania in the Ministry of Education & Culture’s international theatre workshop in South Africa (2005).
Timeline
Quality Assurance Coordinator
University of Dodoma
01.2021 - 12.2025
Chair of the Board
Thubutu Africa Initiatives
01.2021 - 12.2025
Lecturer & Academic Leader
University of Dodoma
02.2020 - 12.2025
Postgraduate Studies Coordinator
University of Dodoma
01.2018 - 01.2021
Board Member
Thubutu Africa Initiatives
01.2016 - 01.2020
Assistant Lecturer
University of Dodoma
01.2010 - 01.2019
Tutorial Assistant
University of Dodoma
01.2010 - 01.2010
Students’ Warden
University of Dar es Salaam
01.2002 - 01.2009
PhD - Social Sciences (Theatre Arts)
University of Dodoma
/2013 - /2019
Master of Theatre Arts - Theatre Arts
University of Dar es Salaam
/2008 - /2010
Bachelor of Fine and Performing Arts - Fine and Performing Arts
University of Dar es Salaam
/2005 - /2008
Diploma - Theatre Arts
Bagamoyo College of Arts
/1994 - /1997
Certificate - Journalism
Morogoro School of Journalism
/2000 - /2001
Secondary Education -
Mawenzi Secondary School
/1990 - /1993