CURRICULUM VITAE

PURPOSE STATEMENT

A strategic, dynamic and creative leader, equipped to work with private and public organizations that embrace all-inclusive approaches to development with the main aim to eradicate poverty and uphold dignity of human life in all its fullness.

COMPETENCY SUMMARY:

1. For 4 years Secretary General of ALAT (Association of Local Authorities of Tanzania) whereby my roles as a Chief Executive of the association I have been able to conduct and supervise the 35^th annual general meeting of the association which was held in Mwanza July 2019 and the guest of honor was The right Honourable Kassim Majaliwa Majaliwa, The Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania, special general assembly of association held at Jakaya Kikwete convention center Dodoma from27th - 29th September 2021 whereby the Guest of Honour was Her Excellency Samia Suluhu Hassan the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, The 36^th annual general meeting of the association which was held in Mbeya 12^th – 14th September 2022, and the Guest of Honour was Dr. Isidori Philip Mpango,The Vice President of The United Republic of Tanzania.

1. Within that period of time I have been able to visit over 54 local authorities all over the country to inspect various health and education projects implemented in the councils by own source funds and funds from the central government, essence of my visit being evaluating value for money for those projects

1. Coordinating the UN Women project with the theme ‘ENDING VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS IN MARKET PLACES’ jointly implemented with ALAT in Dodoma City Council and Shinyanga Municipality. Due to success story of these two municipalities, UN Women decided to scale up the project in three more municipalities namely Tanga, Mwanza and Arusha

1. Over 18 years of experience in Governance and Leadership, public Relations and Diplomacy and administration teaching in both public and private corporations.

1. Relevant academic skills: Master of Science in Governance and Leadership, Bachelors of Arts in Governance and Development and hold various Certificates, honors and short courses earned from different Institutions in Tanzania and outside Tanzania which includes, Certificate of National Service, Certificate of attendance in protocol and public relation, Certificate in Research skills, Diploma in International Relations and Diplomacy (From Centre for Foreign Relations Kurasini Dar es salaam, Certificate of Animal Health and Production – From Livestock Training Institute – Tengeru.

1. Areas of expertise: Governance and leadership, International Relations, protocol and public relations, Gender and Development, Capacity Development and Training; Policy advocacy and Planning; Project planning and management, Monitoring and evaluation, Civil Society and Networking and community mobilization.

1. A strong pursuant of development that aims at social, economic and spiritual transformation among disadvantaged populations.

1. Demonstrated ability to network, collaborate and work effectively within teams of colleagues from varied cultures, nationalities and professional backgrounds
2. Good computer skills; communication skills; analysis and presentation techniques.
3. Ability to work with a wide cross-section of partners including Government, donors, I/NGOs and community-based organizations.
4. A team player and self-starter able to inspire and influence action.
5. Mature judgment combined with a proactive, resourceful and energetic approach to problem Solving.

1. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and strong organizational and time management skills.

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

SEMINAR AND WORKSHOPS

• •  International Training and Exposure visit on Strategic Private Public Partnership – PRETORIA – SOUTH AFRICA held in 2014.
  • Leadership and Conflict Management held in 2014 at MS TCDC.
  • Training for Trainers (TOT) held on 13-15 September at MS TCDC.

RESEARCH AND PUBLICATIONS

• • The role of Fair Competition Commission on Consumer Protection in Tanzania. A case study of Consumer Sector
  • Child Labour as a hindrance to education of victims in Tanzania: Analysis of the Law on Children’s Rights.

MEMBERSHIP AND PROFESSIONALISM

• • Member of Technical executive Committee of MS Training Centre for Development Cooperation from 2022 Todate.
  • Member of Executive Committee of East Africa Local Government Association (EALGA) from 2019-2023.
  • Member of Executive Committee of East Africa Local Government Forum (AALGAF) from 2019 to 2023.
  • Member of United Cities of Local Government of Africa (UCLG-AFRICA)

OTHER SKILLS CONSULTANCIES

• • Computer Skills- Proficient in the use of computers and the internet. Ability to use MS-access, PowerPoint, word, excel, biometric fingerprint Machine and SPSS for Data analysis.
  • Driving Skills- I possess a driving License No:  

SHORT COURSES

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

A. Since December POSITION: SECRETARY GENERAL – ALAT (Association of Local Authorities of Tanzania) (2019-todate)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintaining close financial control and budgetary governance of all ALAT Health and Education  programmes for consistent
• Representing the business in meetings with leading government and stakeholder’s figures, advising on key development strategies.
• Developing and introducing new development programmes and projects to improve National growth and engagement.
• Securing substantial funding from diverse agencies and organizations for Health and Education programmes through UN Women Fund.
• Ensuring ALAT programmes and activities are delivered to high performance standards through effective M&E.
• Effectively planning and implementing ending Violence against Women and Girls programmes and projects to achieve intended results.
• Providing clear strategic direction for ALAT leadership, consistently achieving against National targets.
• Providing information about duties and responsibilities of committees.
• Performing general business administration duties to meet operational objectives.
• Devising negotiating and bargaining plans to meet organization and recruitment objectives.
• Documenting performance reports for generated income and incurred expenses.
• Promoting business equality and diversity through recruitment and development practices.
• Monitoring and provided advice on self-assessment processes, composition and development of committees.
• Developing strategic employment terms and working practice proposals to promote diversity and equality.
• Implementing and enforced proposed policies, programs and services.
• To prepare budgets, controlled expenditures and allocated funds for ongoing programs.
• To enhance business structures to deliver strategic aims and long-term goals.
• To Lead and organize negotiations with external agencies to meet agreed business agendas.
• Oversaw long-term strategy implementation to deliver organizational objectives.
• Developed policy proposals for deliberation during committee meetings.
• Reviewed and achieved balanced budgets and policy outcomes.
• Facilitating positive organizational image through professional representation at global events.
• Preparing annual calendar of planned meetings for committees.
• Researching and monitored regulatory changes to policies for implementing changes.
• Conducting tactical and targeted campaigns to maximize membership possibilities.
• Foster positive relations with official bodies for increased collaborative opportunities.
• Allocated and delegated duties to staff to meet strategic and operational aims and objectives.
• Developing appropriate plans to fulfill organizational mission vision and objectives.

     B. President’s Office, Regional Administration and Local Government at Mwanza City

     Position: Senior Public Relations Officer, Mwanza City Council. (From 2009 to 2019)

• Organized and served as spokesperson at PR activations to promote Mwanza City image
• Conferred with managers to identify trends and adapt PR strategies to stay relevant
• Partnered with community groups to plan, execute and manage service projects, enhancing public profile.
• Designed and distributed promotional marketing materials to advertise upcoming public relations events.
• Developed holistic strategies across earned and owned channels.
• Coached client representatives on how to handle media enquiries and press interviews.
• Created and distributed newsletter to connect directly with key stakeholders.
• Monitored social media and press coverage for quality and messaging.
• Collaborated with marketing team to create innovative strategies for optimized campaign results.
• Established strong social media presence to increase City brand exposure.
• Supervised marketing content production and consistently met campaign targets.
• Conducted video interviews, shot videos of event coverage and edited to create professional video projects.
• Undertook research for and presented new business proposals to potential customers.
• Drafted communications for routine releases and emergency response.
• Handled guest list for client events, sending invitations and managing attendees during events.
• Wrote and edited in-house articles, case studies and annual reports.
• Managed PR aspects of potential crisis situations.
• Networked continuously to grow contacts and increase brand awareness and reputation.
• Attended and contributed to meetings to devise programme activities and projects.
• Crafted press releases for distribution to targeted media.