Nyerere Jackson Mwera
Mwanza
Summary
versatile, result-driven programme management professional with over 10+ years of comprehensive experience delivering social development projects in Tanzania. With proven problem solving and analytical skills, a fast-learning curve, and ability to adapt to evolving environmental trends. A dedicated professional with the drive and skill-set to excel in a fast-paced leadership enhancing organizations ability to achieve goals. Superb project leadership abilities and personnel management skills with strong expertise in: - Maternal and child health, digital health, Participatory action research, social behavior change communication (SBCC), Parenting, ECD and child protection, Youth development and engagement, Sexual reproductive health and rights, male involvement interventions and climate change programmes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Researcher
Ardhi University and Copenhagen University
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to design experiments, collect data, and interpret results.
- Managing recruitment of study respondents, study protocols, study resources (budget and teams) and coordinating field data collection and analysis activities.
- Coordinating partnership and relationships between implementing partners both in-country and external (Ardhi university, Dar es salaam university, Tanzania youth coalition, Copenhagen university and the donor (DANIDA).
- Developing topic guides for interview and focus group discussions and participating in dissemination of findings emanating from the project to stakeholders.
- Providing oversight for rigorous monitoring and evaluation activities and facilitates the documentation and dissemination of project learnings.
- Providing timely progress and financial reports on research study as required by partner institutions and donor.
- Establishing and fostering excellent working collaborations and facilitates regular communication with key stakeholders and project partners, notably the University of Dar es Salaam, Ardhi University, Tanzania Youth Coalition, University of Copenhagen and the donor (DANIDA).
Regional Program Manager
Pathfinder International
Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Created processes to monitor compliance with program policies and procedures across the region.
- Established relationships with external partners to support successful implementation of regional programs.
- Prepared reports detailing progress on all regional program initiatives for senior management review.
- Provided support to local teams in the delivery of programs throughout the region.
- Analyzed data from multiple sources to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement in regional programming efforts.
- Researched best practices in order to develop innovative approaches for delivering services through regional programs.
- Maximized efficiency through provision of regular technical mentoring, coaching to government and partners through regular meetings, forums and in-person support.
- Improved performance through creating a collaborative and conducive working environment within the programme
- Managed a team of professionals responsible for executing regional program initiatives.
- Monitored progress on all regional program initiatives and adjusted resources as needed.
Project Manager
Amref Health Africa
Mwanza, Tanzania
03.2015 - 07.2019
- Managed multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
- Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
- Monitored progress of each project to ensure timely delivery of deliverables in accordance with established quality standards.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding tasks assigned to them.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
Regional Program Manager
Pact World
Ruvuma, Tanzania
10.2014 - 02.2015
- Established relationships with external partners to support successful implementation of regional programs.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization on cross-functional projects related to regional programming efforts.
- Organized workshops and seminars related to regional programs for internal staff members, external partners, and other stakeholders.
- Provided support to local teams in the delivery of programs throughout the region.
- Facilitated the development of project plans for new programs, including budgeting, staffing and scheduling.
- Coached, mentored and trained personnel to create positive working environment.
- Conducted extensive research and participated in networking events to meet prospects and identify areas of focus.
Child Protection and Youth Development Manager
International Rescue Committee
Kigoma, Tanzania
01.2013 - 09.2014
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Maintained adequate staffing to meet objectives within budget.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Leveraged leadership skills to identify deficiencies and opportunities to improve policies, procedures and controls.
Senior Assistant Program Manager
Search For Common Ground International
Mara, Tanzania
05.2012 - 01.2013
- Coordinated internal and external events such as conferences, seminars, and workshops.
- Assisted with the preparation of presentations, reports and other documents for management meetings.
- Conducted research on various topics related to projects assigned by senior staff members.
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for managers or supervisors.
- Instituted new employee training procedures to reduce onboarding process time length.
Assistant Lecturer
Mwenge University
Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
01.2011 - 03.2012
- Designed and implemented assessment strategies such as quizzes, exams and assignments to evaluate student progress.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and performance.
- Maintained records to measure student progress, achievement and attendance.
- Collaborated with faculty members in developing course content and curriculum design.
- Evaluated student performance throughout the semester using criteria-based grading systems.
- Encouraged students' personal development through tutorial work.
- Provided feedback on student work in a timely manner.
Education
Ph.D. - PhD in Climate Change Studies
Ardhi University/Copenhagen University
Dar Es Salaam07-2025
Human Resources Management - PGD in Human Resources Management
College of Business Education (CBE)
Mwanza12-2011
Master of Arts - MA. Sociology (Medical Sociology)
St. Auguistine University of Tanzania
Mwanza09-2011
Bachelor of Arts - BA. Education
St. Augustine University of Tanzania
Mwanza11-2009
Skills
- Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Problem Resolution
- Team Management
- Excellent Communication
- Calm Under Pressure
- Leadership
- Project and Programme Management
- Design thinking, Creativity and Innovation
- Influence and negotiation
- Partnership Building, Advocacy, lobbying and action research
Timeline
Researcher
Ardhi University and Copenhagen University
09.2022 - Current
Regional Program Manager
Pathfinder International
01.2020 - 08.2022
Project Manager
Amref Health Africa
03.2015 - 07.2019
Regional Program Manager
Pact World
10.2014 - 02.2015
Child Protection and Youth Development Manager
International Rescue Committee
01.2013 - 09.2014
Senior Assistant Program Manager
Search For Common Ground International
05.2012 - 01.2013
Assistant Lecturer
Mwenge University
01.2011 - 03.2012
Ph.D. - PhD in Climate Change Studies
Ardhi University/Copenhagen University
Human Resources Management - PGD in Human Resources Management
College of Business Education (CBE)
Master of Arts - MA. Sociology (Medical Sociology)
St. Auguistine University of Tanzania
Bachelor of Arts - BA. Education
St. Augustine University of Tanzania
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