Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Languages
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Wilson Syakayuwa

Lusaka

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive expertise in project planning and implementation, research, and monitoring and evaluation. Proven track record in advocacy and strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, and partnership building. Adept at community mobilization and empowerment, as well as organizational development and capacity strengthening. Committed to driving impactful initiatives that foster sustainable development and community growth.

Driven professional with proven ability to seamlessly integrate technical knowledge and leadership capabilities. Skilled in project management and client relations, ensuring optimal results and client satisfaction. Poised to deliver innovative solutions and drive impactful change in business operations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Technical Consultant

Creative Thinkers Consulting
Kabwe
01.2020 - 12.2024
  • Company Overview: SNV OYE Project
  • Directed the recruitment and training of 1,467 youths, promoting entrepreneurship and sustainable practices
  • Achieved a 25% increase in youth employment in target areas, with over 68% of participants launching businesses
  • Improved average beneficiary income from K100 to over K1,334 per month, demonstrating significant project impact
  • SNV OYE Project

Advocacy and Partnerships Coordinator

Build It International
Lusaka
08.2023 - 11.2024
  • Spearheaded advocacy strategies for the 'Women in Construction' project, influencing policy to enhance women's participation in the construction sector
  • Mapped stakeholders and developed partnerships to secure better working conditions for women in construction
  • Coordinated a landmark national conference on women in construction, establishing a roadmap for sector-wide gender inclusivity
  • Led research activities, including gendered mapping, baseline surveys, and policy reviews, providing actionable insights for advocacy efforts

Project Advisor

JTI
Chipata
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Company Overview: ARISE III Project
  • Conducted baseline surveys to assess child labor prevalence, guiding targeted interventions
  • Designed and facilitated training programs that reduced child labor rates in JTI-supported areas
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance education and health outcomes through CSR initiatives
  • ARISE III Project

Education

M.Sc. - Project Planning and Management

Information and Communications University
01.2023 -

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Zambia
Zambia
01.2006 - 06.2010

Skills

  • Project Planning and Implementation
  • Research
  • Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Advocacy and Strategic Communication
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Building
  • Community Mobilization and Empowerment
  • Organizational Development and Capacity Strengthening

Certification

  • Youth Mentorship Certification, Victoria Falls
  • PODA and ONA Training, Counterpart International

Accomplishments

  • Strategic Project Leadership: Successfully managed multifaceted projects, delivering measurable social and economic outcomes.
  • Cross-Cultural Collaboration: Facilitated partnerships across Zambia and internationally, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Evidence-Based Advocacy: Utilized data-driven insights to inform policy discussions and community interventions.

Languages

English
Advanced

Affiliations

  • Gardening.
  • Travelling
  • Nature walk

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Advocacy and Partnerships Coordinator

Build It International
08.2023 - 11.2024

M.Sc. - Project Planning and Management

Information and Communications University
01.2023 -

Project Advisor

JTI
01.2022 - 01.2023

Lead Technical Consultant

Creative Thinkers Consulting
01.2020 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of Zambia
01.2006 - 06.2010
  • Youth Mentorship Certification, Victoria Falls
  • PODA and ONA Training, Counterpart International
Wilson Syakayuwa