With over 10 years of experience in managing community-led initiatives and designing inclusive development projects, I bring a strong background in participatory approaches and stakeholder engagement. My expertise spans participatory needs assessments, livelihood interventions, partner grants management, and Project management. I have consistently demonstrated strong administrative, technical, and facilitation skills, enabling the meaningful involvement and empowerment of vulnerable groups, including small-scale farmers, women, youth, children, and people with disabilities. I have led effective stakeholder engagement processes involving government agencies, NGOs, traditional leadership, and local communities. My contributions to community advocacy efforts have resulted in the development and adoption of local by-laws by chiefdoms, strengthening community governance, and safeguarding local interests. Notable outcomes include the establishment of Community Resource Boards and Community Trusts, which continue to drive sustainable development at the grassroots level and protect the vulnerable communities by protecting their access, ownership, and control of land. Throughout my career, I have fostered strategic partnerships among diverse stakeholders, contributing to the delivery of high-quality, community-driven projects and promoting the exchange of best practices. I am also proficient in a range of software tools, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), SPSS, and ArcGIS.
Nationality: Zambian
English, Professional
+260977970924, michelosimweete@gmail.com