CHANSA JOHN SAMANGWE

Chansa is a highly motivated professional with a record for high achievement in the private, public and civil society sectors. He has led and coordinated demand driven development initiatives involving communities, Community Based Organizations, Faith based Organizations, youths, the disabled and other interest groups. He has contributed to increased access to health services for marginalized groups, and entrepreneurship development. Chansa has led institutional performance improvement initiatives resulting in increased agency effectiveness, efficiency and donor support. His work has ranged from providing management and technical support to simple and remote community based projects to complex thematic coalition groups both in urban and rural settings. Chansa has worked in the UN system and, while working in the public and civil society, he has successfully managed several capacity building projects supported by a number of donors who include PEPFAR, USAID, UNAIDS, World Bank, UNICEF, EU and the UNDP and Global Fund .While most of his experience has been with the Community Based Organizations, NGOs and line ministries in the fight against HIV/AIDS, he has had significant experience with the private sector. Key skills include

Community Engagement Professional with strong background in fostering relationships and driving initiatives that resonate with diverse communities. Possesses key skills in communication, event planning, and outreach strategies. Known for teamwork, reliability, and adaptability in dynamic environments. Focused on achieving impactful results and enhancing community involvement.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

• Zambia Counselling Council (ZCC), Professional Counsellor / Trainer
• Technical Education, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Authority (TEVETA), Assessor, Examiner, Trainer
• Teaching Council of Zambia, Guidance Teacher

• Sensitivity Training for Key Population, CIDRZ, 2022-01-01
• Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health, John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2018-01-01
• Data Use for Program Managers, John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2018-01-01
• M&E Fundamentals, John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2018-01-01
• Health Communication for Managers, John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2018-01-01
• M&E Frameworks for HIV/AIDS Program, John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2018-01-01
• Designing HIV Prevention Programs for Key Population, John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, 2018-01-01
• Certificate of Participation in a Child Safeguarding and Child safeguarding standards Training, Save the Children, Lusaka, 2015-01-01
• Certificate of Recognition in Behaviour Centred programming, Communication Support Health, Lusaka, 2012-01-01
• Certificate of attendance: TOT workshop in Leadership for Governance and enhanced HIV and AID service provision, Livingstone, 2012-01-01
• Certificate of Recognition in coordination of and support to HCP trained community-Based agents, Health Communication Partnership (HCP), 2009-01-01
• Certificate in Orphans and Vulnerable Children, Chikankata Health Services AIDS management & Training, 2005-01-01
• AIDS Management Course, Chikankata Health Services AIDS management & Training, 2004-01-01
• Certificate of attendance in Zambia National Stigma training of trainers, The International AIDS alliance, Siavonga, 2004-01-01
• Certificate of attendance participating in the Alliance ZCO Focal Point sub granting, The International AIDS alliance, Lusaka, 2004-01-01
• Certificate in the Computerized New reporting system for the International HIV/AIDS Alliance, Lusaka, 2004-01-01
• Certificate in Training of Trainers for Positive Living Advocates Course, Hope, Ndola, 2002-01-01

• Title: Community Engagement Officer
• Driving License: SADC Class C1
• ID Type: Passport
• ID Number: ZN425865