Davis Uwizeye
Iganga District
Summary
I am a dynamic and dependable humanitarian professional with over ten years' experience providing durable and non-durable solutions to vulnerable populations within the humanitarian sector. I possess strong interpersonal and interviewing skills. I have well demonstrated exceptional analytical and organizational abilities, complemented by proficient communication skills. I am committed to leveraging these competencies to drive team success and achieve organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Resettlement Expert
UNHCR/ RP
Lilongwe, Malawi
06.2022 - 06.2025
- Interviewing and preparing resettlement submissions for refugees identified as being in need of resettlement in line with UNHCR Resettlement Guidelines and Malawi-specific Standard Operating Procedures.
- Assisting the Associate Resettlement Officer with RRF reviewing/coaching for new colleagues/deployees and national resettlement associates.
- Providing training and guidance on UNHCR Resettlement procedures and policies.
- Liaising with and referring cases to the Protection unit and/or the Refugee Status Determination (RSD) unit, should any protection concern or issues regarding the refugee claim arise during resettlement processing.
- Undertaking field mission to Dzaleka camp, often on short notice.
- Completing and updating all case files and database records as per UNHCR guidelines.
- Managing expectations for resettlement and providing counselling and feedback: counsel refugees concerning prospects and problems in connection with the resettlement process.
- Being vigilant with regards to potential instances of fraud in resettlement processing, implement the related SOPs. Train and sensitize staff (and partners and other stakeholders as required) on UNHCR’s Anti-Fraud Policy and Procedural Guidelines.
- Managing electronic and physical resettlement documentation ensuring the confidentiality of individual case information.
- Liaising with other functional units within UNHCR and partner agencies to identify individuals in need of prioritized resettlement and to ensure that necessary action is taken to finalise documentation on case submissions to resettlement countries.
Senior Resettlement Assistant
UNHCR
Kyegegwa, Uganda
02.2018 - 06.2022
- Carried out resettlement interviews and complying with UNHCR’s standard operating procedures on resettlement, ensuring timely action on cases while systematically applying an Age, Gender and Diversity perspective in all aspects of the resettlement process, complying with UNHCR policy and guidelines on HIV/AIDS.
- Managed resettlement data by Maintainin accurate resettlement statistics as well as up-to-date records on individual cases both in soft and hard copy documentation using e-safe & BFTS and assist in the preparation of monthly and quarterly statistical reports.
- Conducted resettlement counseling by providing persons of concern (PoC) with up-to-date and accurate information on UNHCR’s resettlement policies
Assessor
Refugee Law Project
Kampala, Uganda
01.2013 - 01.2018
- I assessed clients to identify a number of mental health issues ranging from Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma and Suicidal ideation to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Using screening tools and interviews, I also assessed clients to identify those affected by Sexual and Gender Based Violence in conflict before, during and after flight and make referrals to Gender and Sexuality officers for medical intervention.
- I assessed clients to identify their legal needs and determined whether a client needed legal representation or mediation from RLP on pro-bono basis or if it required an external referral to partners.
- I operated and maintained a Client Management System data base. I opened both soft and hard files and took testimonies for clients. I provided counseling and guidance to persons of concern.
- I was directly involved in the dentification, preparation and review of cases for resettlement for clients with medical and or protection needs that could not be addressed in the country of asylum.
- I did research and advocacy to promote social welfare and influence social reforms in the field of forced migration. Some of my publications can be found at www.refugeelawproject.org
Education
Master of Arts degree in Development Studies - Sustainable development
Uganda Martyrs University
Kampala, Uganda 08.2016 - 11.2019
Bachelor's degree in education - Education
Kyambogo University
Kampala, Uganda 08.2008 - 12.2011
Skills
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Interviewing skills
- Analytical skills
- Organizational skills
- Leadership skills
Languages
English
Advanced
French
Advanced
Timeline
Resettlement Expert
UNHCR/ RP
06.2022 - 06.2025
Senior Resettlement Assistant
UNHCR
02.2018 - 06.2022
Master of Arts degree in Development Studies - Sustainable development
Uganda Martyrs University
08.2016 - 11.2019
Assessor
Refugee Law Project
01.2013 - 01.2018
Bachelor's degree in education - Education
Kyambogo University
08.2008 - 12.2011