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Work History
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Writing poetry, Reading

ALICE CHILAMBE SAISHA

CAMFED Zambia
Lusaka
ALICE CHILAMBE SAISHA
2
Languages
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience

Results-oriented development professional with expertise in monitoring and evaluation, program implementation, and gender equity. Skilled in designing evaluation systems and coordinating programs to assess performance and ensure data integrity. Proven leadership in community development and youth capacity building, with active participation in multi-stakeholder initiatives and international development networks. Focused on creating inclusive environments through policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement.

Work History

Volunteer in Care giving services at community level providing health care support to the aged, disabled and children in need.

7 Years 9 Months
CAMFED Zambia | 01.2019 - Current
  • Educated patients and families on health management following postoperative care and disease prevention to strengthen understanding of the health condition.
  • Supported community outreach efforts to promote local stakeholder participation.
  • Scheduled and assigned volunteer activities while maintaining clear communication across program activities.
  • Compiled, validated, and organized beneficiary information for use in accurate reporting and follow-up.
  • Facilitated community outreach to promote girls' education and local engagement.
  • Mentored vulnerable learners, reinforcing attendance, confidence, and academic persistence.

Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

8 Years 9 Months
CAMFED Zambia | 01.2018 - Current
  • Led development and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems to track program performance and outcomes effectively.
  • Coordinated program monitoring activities to ensure timely data validation and accurate, reliable reporting.
  • Conducted program assessments, reviews, and evaluations to measure effectiveness, identify gaps, and generate evidence for program improvement.
  • Strengthened data quality and accountability by guiding programme teams in effective use of M&E tools, indicators, and quality assurance processes.
  • Prepared and contributed to program reports and strategic reviews to inform management partners and stakeholders.
  • Designed monitoring frameworks supporting program performance tracking and learning.
  • Collected, verified, and analyzed field data for timely reporting.

District Operations Secretariat

3 Years 8 Months
CAMFED Zambia | 03.2015 - 11.2018
  • Coordinated district-level programme operations to ensure effective implementation of activities aligned with organisational objectives, strengthening overall programme success.
  • Consolidated programme information and coordinated preparation and submission of district-level reports to provide stakeholders with timely insights for informed decision-making.
  • Served as primary liaison connecting national office district teams, community structures, and programme stakeholders.
  • Supported district-level programme planning, implementation, monitoring, and review processes to drive continuous improvement and strategic alignment.
  • Coordinated stakeholder communication and managed collaboration among programme partners and community actors.
  • Managed executive calendars, prioritized appointments, and coordinated meeting logistics for smooth office operations.
  • Drafted correspondence, memos, and reports with accuracy, professionalism, and consistent formatting.

Provincial Coordinator – Luapula Province

3 Years 11 Months
CAMFED Zambia | 01.2011 - 12.2014
  • Coordinated implementation of CAMFED programs across seven districts in Luapula Province.
  • Managed program rollouts by coordinating district teams to support consistent, effective implementation of activities.
  • Oversaw program rollouts and coordinated support to district teams to ensure effective implementation.
  • Led strategic program reviews to assess progress, address challenges, and strengthen collaboration with programme partners.
  • Led structured training sessions for programme participants, ensuring effective delivery of program content and participation.
  • Coordinated programme activities, ensuring smooth execution of daily operations and timely task follow-up.
  • Supported stakeholder communication, maintaining clear coordination among staff, partners, and community representatives.

Facilitator

2 Years 6 Months
CAMFED Zambia | 01.2009 - 07.2011
  • Facilitated youth development programmes focused on leadership, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and personal development.
  • Delivered training sessions to strengthen young people's leadership decision-making and entrepreneurial capabilities.
  • Coordinated support for young people to develop practical financial management and income-generating skills.
  • Facilitated participatory learning activities to cultivate youth engagement confidence and community leadership.

Education

Master's - Development Studies

University of Lusaka | Lusaka | 01-2019

Bachelor of Arts - Gender & Development Studies and Sociology

Women’s University in Africa | Zimbabwe | 01-2016

Diploma - Human Resource Management

National Institute of Public Administration | Lusaka | 01-2009

School Certificate - Samfya

Samfya High School | Samfya | 01-2005

- Health Care Assistant

Zambia Institute For Medical And Psychological Studies | Lusaka | 07-2026

Skills

Monitoring
Evaluation & Learning
M&E Systems Design and Implementation
Data Quality Assurance & Analysis
Programme Performance Assessment
Strategic Planning & Programme Design
Programme Planning & Implementation
Stakeholder & Donor Engagement
Youth outreach
Gender equity advocacy – Advancing gender equity
women's empowerment and inclusive approaches within development programs.
Community advocacy
Policy advocacy
Inclusive programme design
Programme documentation
Community engagement
Programme documentation

Accomplishments

  • Named Woman of the Month – Tory Burch Foundation (May 2021).
  • Served as Youth Representative – United Nations Girls’ Initiative (2016).
  • Coordinated programme implementation across seven districts in Luapula Province.
  • Served as Board Secretary – Zambia Civil Society Platform.
  • Served as Procurement Chairperson – CAMFED (2022–2023).
  • Selected as an African Century Fellow (2019).
  • Served as a Mastercard Foundation Mentor (2021).
  • Participated in international development summits across Africa, Europe and the USA.

Affiliations

  • Zambia Civil Society Immunization Platform (ZCSIP)
  • CAMFED Association (CAMA)

Certification

  • Psychosocial Counseling
  • Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship
  • Introduction to Social Protection
  • African Fellowship Century

Additional Information

Speaks English and other local languages

LANGUAGES

English
Other Zambian Languages

Timeline

Volunteer in Care giving services at community level providing health care support to the aged, disabled and children in need.

CAMFED Zambia
01.2019 - CurrentRead More

Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

CAMFED Zambia
01.2018 - CurrentRead More

District Operations Secretariat

CAMFED Zambia
03.2015 - 11.2018Read More

Provincial Coordinator – Luapula Province

CAMFED Zambia
01.2011 - 12.2014Read More

Facilitator

CAMFED Zambia
01.2009 - 07.2011Read More

Samfya High School

School Certificate from Samfya
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National Institute of Public Administration

Diploma from Human Resource Management
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Women’s University in Africa

Bachelor of Arts from Gender & Development Studies and Sociology
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University of Lusaka

Master's from Development Studies
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Zambia Institute For Medical And Psychological Studies

from Health Care Assistant
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Personal Information

Title: Senior Monitoring & Evaluation Professional

Writing poetry, Reading

  • Writing Blogs
  • https://www.project-syndicate.org/columnist/alice-saisha
  • Poetry
  • Reading
  • Watching movies
ALICE CHILAMBE SAISHA