Open To Work
JEMA JACOB NGWALE
Programme Business Development
Dar es Salaam
Summary
Results-driven senior development professional with 20+ years of experience in business sector development, agriculture, environment, climate, and job creation. Proven track record in leading multi-million-dollar donor programmes, building high-impact partnerships, and delivering policy-driven results. Strong expertise in strategic planning, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement, with a commitment to inclusive and sustainable development.
Professional leader ready to drive team success and exceed objectives. Proven track record in team collaboration, strategic planning, and problem-solving. Known for strong communication skills, adaptability, and reliability. Equipped to foster productive and positive work environment while meeting changing demands.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader / Senior Advisor – Agriculture, Climate & Jobs Creation
Embassy of Denmark (DANIDA)
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Led strategic oversight of agriculture and climate portfolio valued at $200m+, aligning investments with national development priorities
- Advised on job creation strategies contributing to improved livelihoods across multiple sectors
- Strengthened partnerships with government, development partners and private sector actors, enhancing programme efficiency and impact
Team Leader – Business Sector Development
Embassy of Denmark (DANIDA)
09.2014 - 07.2024
- Directed a multi-million-dollar private sector development portfolio, supporting SMEs and economic growth initiatives
- Built and managed 20+ strategic partnerships with government, donors, and private sector stakeholders
- Led policy and financial analysis influencing national business environment reforms
- Supervised cross-functional teams, improving programme delivery efficiency by ~30%
- Contributed to increased private sector participation and investment in key sectors
Programme Officer / Head of Environment Department
Embassy of Denmark (DANIDA)
01.2008 - 06.2014
- Managed environmental and climate programmes valued at $ 150m+, ensuring compliance and results delivery
- Led programme design and implementation, improving sustainability outcomes across projects
- Coordinated multi-stakeholder initiatives, strengthening environmental governance frameworks
- Introduced monitoring systems that improved reporting accuracy and accountability
Social Scientist Training Coordinator
CEEMI, National Institute for Malaria Research
01.2006 - 12.2007
- Coordinated training programmes for 50+ professionals, enhancing research and field implementation capacity
- Supported interdisciplinary research on malaria interventions
Senior Environmental Impact Assessment Officer
National Environment Management Council (NEMC)
09.1998 - 12.2005
- Reviewed and approved 100+ Environmental Impact Assessment Statements (EIAs) across sectors
- Advised on environmental compliance, contributing to improved regulatory enforcement
- Played a key role in integrating environmental considerations into national development projects
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Poverty Analysis
ESRF
Tanzania01-2008
MSc - Geo-Information Science & Remote Sensing
ITC
Netherlands01-2003
MA - Sociology
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University
India01-1998
BA (General) - undefined
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University
India01-1996
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Business Development
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Donor Coordination
- Policy & Political Economy Analysis
- Financial Analysis
- Programme Management
- Leadership & Team Management
- Partnership Building
- Monitoring & Evaluation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Kiswahili
Native or Bilingual
Research And Publications
- Contributor, Coastal & Marine Environment Protection (Advisory Committee)
- Research, Biodiversity Loss – WWF Tanzania
- Research, Malaria Treatment – WHO-TDR
Training
- Female Future Leadership Programme, ESAMI & ATE, 2017-01-01
- Results-Based Monitoring & Evaluation, Uganda Management Institute, 2014-01-01
- Environmental Planning & Management, Malaysia, 2001-01-01
- Environmental Protection, USA, 2000-01-01
Timeline
Team Leader / Senior Advisor – Agriculture, Climate & Jobs Creation
Embassy of Denmark (DANIDA)
08.2024 - 07.2025
Team Leader – Business Sector Development
Embassy of Denmark (DANIDA)
09.2014 - 07.2024
Programme Officer / Head of Environment Department
Embassy of Denmark (DANIDA)
01.2008 - 06.2014
Social Scientist Training Coordinator
CEEMI, National Institute for Malaria Research
01.2006 - 12.2007
Senior Environmental Impact Assessment Officer
National Environment Management Council (NEMC)
09.1998 - 12.2005
MSc - Geo-Information Science & Remote Sensing
ITC
MA - Sociology
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University
BA (General) - undefined
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University
Postgraduate Diploma - Poverty Analysis
ESRF