Joel Elphas
Mwanza
Summary
Dynamic Executive Director with a proven track record at Tanzania Early Childhood Education and Care, driving a 45% increase in program reach through strategic leadership and impactful program development. Expert in fundraising and donor relations, fostering partnerships that enhance community engagement and advocacy for inclusive education.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Tanzania Early Childhood Education and Care (TECEC)
Mwanza
09.2021 - Current
- Spearheaded strategic planning, resulting in a 45% increase in program reach
- Developed and managed impactful ECD programs, aligning with evidence-based practices and achieving measurable outcomes
- Cultivated strong donor relationships and secured significant funding, ensuring financial sustainability
- Led and mentored a diverse team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment
- Successfully advocated for ECD policies, representing TECEC in key forums and building strategic partnerships
Director of Model Schools
Project Zawadi Incorporated
Bunda
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Established strategic partnerships with schools and communities, driving collaborative initiatives
- Managed project budgets and reporting, ensuring transparency and accountability
- Oversaw the implementation of model farms, school feeding programs, and infrastructure development
- Successfully supervised school clubs and extracurricular activities, enriching student learning experiences
Development and Partnership Manager
Teach for Tanzania
Mwanza
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Secured substantial grant funding through compelling proposals and strategic donor engagement
- Forged strong partnerships with local CSOs and government agencies, expanding program reach and impact
- Developed and implemented innovative teacher training programs, aligning with organizational mission and objectives
- Contributed to strategic planning, ensuring alignment of fundraising, partnerships, and program development
Education
Bachelor of Art - Education
Saint Augustine University of Tanzania
01.2016
Advanced Certificate - Secondary school Education
Njombe High School
01.2013
Ordinary Certificate - Secondary School Education
Oldadai Secondary school
01.2010
Certificate - Inclusive Education
Teach For All & OAK Foundation
01.2023
Skills
- Strategic Leadership & Vision
- Program Development & Management
- Fundraising & Donor Relations
- Partnership & Collaboration
- Inclusive Curriculum Development
- Climate Change Advocacy
- Organizational Scale-up & Evaluation
- Community Engagement & Advocacy
- Team Leadership & Management
Awards, Honors, Fellowships & Grants
- Theirworld’s Education Innovation Awards, flagship accelerator and grant program for exciting new pilot projects developed by nonprofits around the world, 09/01/23
- Dovetail Impacts Foundation Acceleration Portfolio, provide unrestricted grants and support beyond the grant to grow our organization's impact, 06/01/24
- Certificate of Honor, Jane Goodall Institute, Innovation on Sustainable Solutions to Environmental Littering in Mwanza region, 05/01/19
Publications, Conferences & Notable Presentations
2024 World Forum on Early Care and Education, Vancouver, BC, Canada, early childhood professionals and advocates from around the world assembled to engage in work and dialogue to impact the futures of young children and their families
Community And Volunteer Work
AIESEC IN RWANDA, Kigali, Rwanda, November 2019, As a volunteer, I was responsible for actively participating in the implementation of the project (TRASHEROES) This involved working on tasks such as teaching, organizing workshops, conducting research, supporting local initiatives, and implementing sustainable solutions for protecting and conserving the environment.
Networks And Memberships
- The World Forum Foundation
- The African Early Childhood Network (AfECN)
- Tanzania Early Childhood Development Network (TECDEN)
Timeline
Executive Director
Tanzania Early Childhood Education and Care (TECEC)
09.2021 - Current
Director of Model Schools
Project Zawadi Incorporated
08.2018 - 01.2021
Development and Partnership Manager
Teach for Tanzania
08.2017 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Art - Education
Saint Augustine University of Tanzania
Advanced Certificate - Secondary school Education
Njombe High School
Ordinary Certificate - Secondary School Education
Oldadai Secondary school
Certificate - Inclusive Education
Teach For All & OAK Foundation
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