Mzeziti Crecencia Mwanza
Lusaka
Summary
Professional with 9 years of experience advancing digital rights, gender equality, inclusive governance, and human rights. A policy and advocacy expert specializing in electoral reforms, gender policy, and digital rights, with a strong track record of leading impactful projects at the intersection of Gender, technology, governance, and social equity. An elections expert with hands-on experience in working on over 20 elections observation projects. Adept at leveraging digital tools and technologies to improve election monitoring, voter education, and civic engagement. Experienced in handling sensitive and confidential information about election management, political parties, and digital rights advocacy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
The Center for For Young Leaders in Africa (CYLA)
Lusaka
06.2024 - 11.2025
- Established and strengthened the Coalition for Women in Politics Zambia, successfully uniting 20 civil society organizations under a shared vision.
- Directed and streamlined coalition projects while facilitating seamless communication between the secretariat and coalition partners.
- Empowered 30 young women in politics by designing and implementing a mentorship program that developed their leadership and governance skills.
- Led high-impact advocacy campaigns, influencing key stakeholders, including the Ministry of Justice and the Electoral Commission of Zambia, to advance the adoption of a mixed-member electoral system (MMES).Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers based on company objectives and budget constraints.
- Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.
- Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
- Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
Provincial Coordinator
Caritas Zambia
Lusaka
06.2019 - 03.2024
- Designed and developed comprehensive election monitoring training manuals.
- Led the recruitment, training, and deployment of citizen observers in the assigned region.
- Planned and coordinated training schedules for trainers in the Copperbelt and Southern Provinces.
- Supervised and managed data clerks across the Copperbelt and Southern Provinces.
- Maintained and updated the provincial database for citizen observers to ensure data accuracy and accessibility.
- Conducted in-depth research and analysis of electoral policies, assessing their impact on voter turnout and election integrity.
- Authored policy proposals to enhance transparency, accessibility, and fairness in electoral processes.
- Engaged with stakeholders, including government officials, NGOs, and advocacy groups, to gather insights and foster consensus on electoral reform initiatives.
- Prepared policy briefs, reports, and recommendations to educate decision-makers and the public on critical electoral changes.
- Monitored and evaluated the implementation of electoral reforms, providing actionable feedback to the Electoral Commission of Zambia for continuous improvement.
Program Intern
National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI)
Lusaka
03.2018 - 08.2025
- Created and refined training materials, oversaw the recruitment of observers, and supported the facilitation of training programs.
- Authored insightful political analyses on current events to inform strategic decision-making.
- Drafted detailed reports on program activities, including meetings, workshops, and events, to document progress and outcomes.
- Conducted thorough monitoring and evaluation activities, produced comprehensive reports to assess program effectiveness.
- Served as a data clerk for election day observer reporting, ensuring timely, accurate data entry while upholding strict neutrality and confidentiality.
- Facilitated follow-up with electoral process observers to support effective reporting and feedback mechanisms.
- Engaged with partners to present tailored options for technical assistance, fostering collaboration and alignment with program goals
Program Intern
The Ministry of Gender and Child development
Lusaka
02.2016 - 08.2025
- Evaluated and selected successful Women Economic Empowerment program applications across all ten provinces in Zambia for the Ministry of Gender and Child Development.
- Developed and prepared comprehensive external and internal communication materials to support program objectives.
- Executed gender-focused initiatives, including gender auditing, gender budgeting, and gender mainstreaming activities, to promote inclusivity and equity.
- Compiled and delivered detailed reports on internal and external meetings, as well as key discussions, to ensure informed decision-making and accountability.
Education
Master of Arts - Peace & Security Studies
The University of Lusaka
Master of Arts - Gender Studies
University of Zambia
School Of HumanitiesBachelor of Arts - Development Studies & Sociology
The University of Zambia
Skills
- Proposal writing
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Statistical analysis
- Digital research skills
- Data - Analysis
- Workshop facilitation
- Strategic Planning
- Project management
Affiliations
- Electoral integrity and internet shutdown Workshop - Project manager & Trainer
- Zambia's 2021 Internet Shutdown Documentary - Director
- Zambian Girls 20230 Project - Trainer
- CCMGs National registration issuance observation project 2020
- CCMGs Voter & Civic Education Project - Trainer
- PVT 2021 General Election Project 2021 - Trainer
References
Monika Emch
Deputy Director National Democratic Institute for International Affairs
monika.emch@gmail.com
Cell: +3362586970
Referee
Kelvin Kaluba
Finance and Admin Manager
The Center for Young Leaders in Africa (CYLA)
Kelvinkaluba00@gmail.com
0978083806
Referee
Garth Phiri
Country Director
American Bar Association (ABA)
garthphiri@gmail.com
+260 66415544
Timeline
Project Manager
The Center for For Young Leaders in Africa (CYLA)
06.2024 - 11.2025
Provincial Coordinator
Caritas Zambia
06.2019 - 03.2024
Program Intern
National Democratic Institute for International Affairs (NDI)
03.2018 - 08.2025
Program Intern
The Ministry of Gender and Child development
02.2016 - 08.2025
Master of Arts - Peace & Security Studies
The University of Lusaka
Master of Arts - Gender Studies
University of Zambia
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies & Sociology
The University of Zambia
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