Ignatius Imasiku Mukamba
Lusaka,09
Summary
18 years of full-cycle project management and technical assistance experience in international programs and operations in Africa, the Middle East, and the Pacific. Training, training of trainers, budget management, award management, donor compliance, subgrantee/partner management in livelihoods, financial inclusion, savings groups, market-based approaches, and digital projects Donor Experience: USG such as USAID, BHA, PRM; LDSC; ECHO; Islamic Relief Council; Private Foundations
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager – Microfinance and Livelihoods
Catholic Relief Services
02.2024 - Current
- Ensure program quality and donor compliance in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of 20 program teams serving 5,000 beneficiaries with technical support budgeted at $1.2 million
- Manage relationships with 10 local partners in 4 countries, including governments and local organizations
- Led capacity-building initiatives for local partners and 200 project participants in financial inclusion and entrepreneurship
Emergency and Humanitarian Program Manager
Catholic Relief Services
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Supervised a team of 40 staff in a protracted emergency to coordinate the design, implementation, and management of 2000 youth employment programs tailored for 300 internally displaced persons (IDPs), ensuring alignment with community needs and project goals
- Coordinated with on-the-ground partners, including the UN, USAID, local partners, and other INGOs
- Spearheaded the planning and execution of rapid humanitarian responses, ensuring timely and effective interventions in complex situations while coordinating with local partners and stakeholders to enhance resource mobilization and program impact
- Developed and implemented comprehensive emergency preparedness plans, conducted training for staff and partners, and established monitoring systems to enhance organizational readiness and response effectiveness in humanitarian crises
Technical Advisor Cash and Markets
Catholic Relief Services
12.2021 - 11.2022
- Established Cash and Voucher Assistance (CVA) Standard Operating Procedures (SoPs) and multi-year financial service provider agreements for 4 country programs
- Mentored 25 programmatic and management staff within CRS’s operational country programs to enhance their capacity in CVA implementation
- Collaborated with Emergency Response teams and local partners to integrate CVA into preparedness planning and execute related actions effectively
- Worked with supply chain departments to develop a CVA tracking system, ensuring accurate modality information is captured in CRS’s grant management systems
- Conducted needs and market assessments, developing tools and SoPs to inform specific program design
Technical Advisor Microfinance & Financial Services
Catholic Relief Services
04.2018 - 11.2021
- Provided technical guidance related to CRS’s savings group methodology and financial services to country programs to ensure program quality
- Supported the implementation of agency-wide strategies, standards, tools and best practices in microfinance that effectively engaged partners, donors, and governments
- Provided technical guidance related to management information system - SAVIX, supporting capacity strengthening of country programs in relevant rural livelihood activities and related approaches
- Provided high level training in microfinance as required to country program and partner staff
- Contributed to the design of high-quality, winning proposals
Program Manager Microfinance & OVC
Catholic Relief Services Zambia
01.2015 - 03.2018
- Managed a budget of over $1 million while ensuring cost-effective resource allocation and adherence to financial compliance standards of donors
- Developed and executed comprehensive training programs that enhanced the skills of a diverse team of 130 staff members across different regions, resulting in a 40% increase in project efficiency and improved service delivery to underserved communities
- Monitored and evaluated program performance metrics, utilizing data-driven insights to improve project strategies and achieve a 50% growth in client outreach and financial service uptake within the target population
Senior Project Officer Household Economic Strengthening (HES)
Catholic Relief Services Zambia
06.2011 - 12.2014
- Developed and implemented household economic strengthening strategies that increased income-generating activities for vulnerable families, resulting in a 35% improvement in household financial stability over two years
- Managed a project budget exceeding $1.5 million, ensuring effective allocation of resources and adherence to financial compliance, which led to a 30% reduction in operational costs through strategic planning and monitoring
- Facilitated capacity-building workshops for over 400 community members and local organizations, enhancing skills in financial education and entrepreneurship, which contributed to a 50% increase in successful micro-enterprises
- Established partnerships with local businesses and private sector to create sustainable livelihood opportunities, successfully integrating 600 households into community-based savings and loan programs, thereby promoting economic resilience
District Coordinator Cash program
Family Health Trust & Christian Aid Zambia
09.2007 - 12.2010
- Coordinated the implementation of a humanitarian cash transfer project, effectively managing a team of 45 staff members and collaborating with the Ministry of Development and Social Services to deliver timely financial assistance to over 2,500 vulnerable households in rural areas
- Designed and established a robust monitoring and evaluation framework, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and enhancing accountability, which resulted in a 95% satisfaction rate among beneficiaries regarding the cash transfer process
- Facilitated partnerships with local NGOs and community leaders to streamline cash distribution mechanisms, improving access to financial support for marginalized groups and achieving a 40% increase in program outreach within the first six months of implementation
- Maintained all documentation related to cash transfer activities to ensure donor accountability
Education
Master of Arts - Development Studies
University of Lusaka
12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work, Social Research, Sociology
Mulungushi University
09.2013
Diploma in Project Management & Planning -
National institute of public administration (NIPA)
06.2005
Certificate in Management and Administration Studies -
National institute of public administration (NIPA)
12.2003
Skills
- Full-Cycle Project Management
- Training and mentoring ( Capacity building of staff)
- Innovation and creativity
- Analytics
Languages
English
Portuguese
Qualifications Summary
18, full-cycle project management, technical assistance, training, budget management, award management, donor compliance, subgrantee/partner management, livelihoods, financial inclusion, savings groups, market-based approaches, digital projects, USG such as USAID, BHA, PRM, LDSC, ECHO, Islamic Relief Council, Private Foundations
Timeline
Program Manager – Microfinance and Livelihoods
Catholic Relief Services
02.2024 - Current
Emergency and Humanitarian Program Manager
Catholic Relief Services
01.2022 - 01.2024
Technical Advisor Cash and Markets
Catholic Relief Services
12.2021 - 11.2022
Technical Advisor Microfinance & Financial Services
Catholic Relief Services
04.2018 - 11.2021
Program Manager Microfinance & OVC
Catholic Relief Services Zambia
01.2015 - 03.2018
Senior Project Officer Household Economic Strengthening (HES)
Catholic Relief Services Zambia
06.2011 - 12.2014
District Coordinator Cash program
Family Health Trust & Christian Aid Zambia
09.2007 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work, Social Research, Sociology
Mulungushi University
Diploma in Project Management & Planning -
National institute of public administration (NIPA)
Certificate in Management and Administration Studies -
National institute of public administration (NIPA)
Master of Arts - Development Studies
University of Lusaka
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