JACOB TEMBO
Economist
Kaoma,Zambia
Summary
Highly experienced Water and Sanitation Coordinator with over a decade of service at the local authority. Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and managing water and sanitation projects to ensure community health and environmental sustainability. Adept at leading multidisciplinary teams, coordinating with government agencies and stakeholders, and optimizing resource utilization. Demonstrates a strong commitment to public service, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in water quality and sanitation standards. Recognized for exceptional project management skills, innovative problem-solving, and effective communication with diverse populations. Passionate about advancing sustainable water and sanitation solutions to enhance community well-being and resilience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Socio-Economic Planner
Kaoma Town Council
Kaoma -District
10.2013 - Current
- District strategic planning, environmental planning, monitoring, and evaluation of projects being implemented at the Local Authority.
- Responsible for providing district programs and strategies on nature-based solutions that are tailored to aid in climate change adaptation and mitigation.
- Responsible for district research and development and socio-economic planning.
- Developing and implementing comprehensive water and sanitation projects to meet community needs.
- Overseeing project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful completion of water and sanitation projects in the district.
- Ensure all water and sanitation projects comply with local, state, and national regulations. Keeping up-to-date with new legislation and standards related to water quality and sanitation.
- Lead in the protection and promotion of carbon sinks such as trees and water bodies in the district.
- Collaborating with government agencies, NGOs, community groups, and other stakeholders. Conducting community outreach and education programs to promote sanitation and hygiene practices in Kaoma district.
- Developing and implementing emergency response plans for water and sanitation crises. Coordinating with disaster response teams during floods, droughts, or contamination events within the district.
- Responsible for analyzing and providing advice on policies, procedures, and guidelines implemented to protect and manage the potential environmental and social risks associated with development projects, programs, or policies in the district.
- Lead in the promotion of gender equality, ensuring that development projects do not disproportionately affect different genders and that benefits are distributed equitably.
- Responsible for ensuring that all capital projects implemented in the district are environmentally friendly and in line with the Zambia Environmental Management Agency guidelines
- Training women and youths in livelihood activities and developing viable business plans for community members
- Helping communities build resilience to the impact of climate change in the district through livelihood soft adaptation and hard adaptation projects.
- Monitoring and evaluation focal point person at Kaoma Town Council.
- Help the Department of Agriculture design and carry out climate-smart agriculture initiatives and incorporate sustainable farming methods to improve soil health and lower greenhouse gas emissions, such as crop rotation, organic farming, and agroforestry.
- Participate in grant writing and fundraising efforts to help communities secure funding for climate adaptation projects under the Pilot Programme for Climate Resilience Projects supported by the World Bank.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community leaders and stakeholders, fostering collaboration and buy-in for sustainable agricultural practices.
- Usually conducts extensive research on the impact of climate change on local agriculture, identifying vulnerabilities and potential mitigation strategies
- Collaborated with environmental organizations within and outside the district to organize workshops and awareness campaigns on sustainable agriculture and climate adaptation.
- Enhanced project efficiency by developing and implementing effective planning strategies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
- Monitored and tracked the progress of projects using Gantt charts and project management software.
Science Teacher
SOS CHILDRENS VILLAGE
Lusaka
04.2011 - 10.2012
- Teaching, preparing lesson plans, and schemes of work
- Preparing exams, administering exams, and marking them
- Offering career guidance to pupils and extracurricular activities.
- Improved student comprehension by employing diverse teaching strategies and adapting lesson plans to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
- Developed and implemented assessment tools to track student progress, identifying areas of improvement and adjusting instruction accordingly.
- Provided constructive feedback on assignments, helping students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills in science.
- Maintained consistent communication with parents regarding student performance, collaborating on strategies to support academic success at home.
- erved as a mentor and advisor for students interested in pursuing careers in science-related fields, guiding them through college applications and scholarship opportunities.
Education
Master of Science - Urban Environment Sustainability & Climate Change
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Rotterdam-The Netherlands09.2023
Master of Science - Management of Development-Disaster Risk Management
Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences
The Netherlands09.2021
Master of Science - Economics And Finance
University of Lusaka
Lusaka, Zambia11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Economics & Finance
University of Lusaka
Lusaka, Zambia12.2016
Associate of Science - Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation
University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia07.2011
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia11.2010
Skills
- Research and Development
- Disaster Management and Planning
- STATA and SPSS
- Community Led Total Sanitation
- School Led Total Sanitation
- Environmental Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Macro-Economic Analysis
- Community-led Total Sanitation Trainer
- Sustainable Agriculture enthusiast
- Climate Change Mitigation
- Environmental Conservation
- Project Management
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Nature-based solution expert
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Languages
English
Advanced
References
Mike Daka
Public Relations Officer
Kaoma Town Council
P.0 BOX 940010-Kaoma
Phone # : 0976548418
Kennedy Chifokolo
Sinda Town Council
P.O BOX 580070 -Sinda District.
Phone #: +260977414892
Sydney Banda
Lusaka City Council
P.O BOX 30077-Lusaka.
Phone #: +260965817960
Contact Information
Phone Number: +260979891324
Email: tembojacob@gmail.com
Timeline
Socio-Economic Planner
Kaoma Town Council
10.2013 - Current
Science Teacher
SOS CHILDRENS VILLAGE
04.2011 - 10.2012
Master of Science - Urban Environment Sustainability & Climate Change
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Master of Science - Management of Development-Disaster Risk Management
Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences
Master of Science - Economics And Finance
University of Lusaka
Bachelor of Science - Economics & Finance
University of Lusaka
Associate of Science - Planning, Monitoring & Evaluation
University of Zambia
Bachelor of Science - Education
University of Zambia
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