Travelling
Godfrey Mukalazi
Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus Practitioner
Kampala
Summary
Experienced Program Manager, skilled in handling administrative, operational and outreach program functions. Wears many hats to accomplish dynamic objectives. Ready to apply 19 years of experience to new professional challenges with growth-oriented organization.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
12
12
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
On-call Trainer/ Facilitator for Peacekeepers
United States Institute of Peace
01.2023 - Current
- Plan, coordinate, conduct, evaluate and report on UN military training activities including workshops, courses, and seminars conducted for UN Peace Mission Operations by Member States.
- Preparing inputs towards the standardization of peacekeeping training in the field and provide training assistance, support and guidance to Mission Trainees in UN Peace Operations.
- Monitoring participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Performs continuous evaluations of content and plans to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness.
- Introduce standardized training for cohesive learning environments.
- Implements diverse instructional methods, optimizing trainee engagement.
- Develops effective training plans based on practical needs and objectives.
- Record and edits videos to facilitate learning.
- Analyze trainees performance and identified opportunities for additional training.
- Track attendance and evaluate progress for trainees.
- Monitor and report trainees progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
- Use diverse teaching materials and motivational approaches to reduce learning gaps and instruct students.
Project manager - Support to Sudanese Peace Process Project
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Ensuring implementation, monitoring, administration, and management of the PBF funded project titled Supporting Sudanese Peace Processes, including preparation of annual work plans, in close consultation with the Steering Committee/Project Board, ensure the efficient functioning of the project management assurance
- Contributed to the organization and support of the dissemination and popularization of the Juba Peace Agreement (JPA) in four states of the Darfur region targeting more than 1,100 key government officials, community leaders, CSOs, youth and women groups, IDPs, refugees and nomads
- Supported the development process of National Peace Commission interactive website, which serves as the main digital platform for peace actors, and channel for sharing NPA events, reports, peace messages, and advocacy
- Contributed to the organization and support of a three days’ workshop engagement that aimed at devising means of countering Hate Speech in the country
- This targeted and brought together Transitional Sovereignty Council Member, Minister of Cabinet Affairs, National Peace Commission and Governor of Darfur Region along with150 participants from media
- In the aftermath of the coup where UN Agencies engagement with military government was re-stricted, l contributed to the reprioritization of the project activities, and the subsequent reprogramming of the project to fit in the political context
- Contributed to the Promotion of gender equality and women’s participation in dialogues and peacebuilding work as outlined in women, peace and security agenda
- Contributed to peacebuilding & confidence building measures as means of enhancing human security and durable solutions for IDPs, refugee populations, as well as collaborating with implementing partners on training, and the establishment of peace, justice and governance assets in the project targeted states
- Contributed to the planning and support of the implementation of the Peace and Development Centers’ (PDCs) intervention in Contributing to Social Cohesion through Community Dialogues that are engaging Elders Forums, Women Forums, Youth Groups, Inter-faith Committee, Chiefs/Security Officers, and the Local administration teams in the states of Khartoum, Dar-fur, Blue Nile, South Kordofan and Kassala
- Contributed to the management of financial resources for the project including accountability and expenditure control
- In collaboration with the Monitoring and evaluation team, l provided technical input to the project in developing baselines and indicators for project monitoring and evaluation plans, as well as in preparing project bi-annual and annual reports and routine situational analysis.
Project Officer
Center for Conflict Resolution
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Implemented the project that aimed at improving social cohesion among and between refugee and host community youth in Adjumani district, in west Nile region of Uganda
- Facilitated the implementation of the project to enhance Refugee and host community youth knowledge and skills of non-violent approaches to conflict resolution
- Conducted and facilitated a 30-week peace & sport curriculum for the Youth, where Peace coaches were trained in leading and implementing play-based sessions aimed at enhancing youth's non-violent approaches to conflict resolution and strengthening social cohesion
- Contributed to improved perception of host and refugee communities’ responses towards non-violent responses
- This was through training Peace champions and important community actors in peacebuilding and conflict transformation for peace advocacy and community sensitization
- Provided technical support on routine conflict/ situational analysis.
Program Manager
Uganda Joint Christian Council
01.2016 - 12.2019
- Managed the overall programme work including Planning, Designing, Co-ordination and implementation of all ongoing and new initiatives relating to humanitarian, development and Peace
- These involved Research; Contextual/ Situational analysis; Policy advocacy and lobbying; Capacity building; monitoring and evaluation; establishing, maintaining and promoting partnerships and networks; Ensure that thematic components are technically sound and grounded on gender and power analysis; ensure the inclusion of women and men from a diversity of identity groups and communities
- Administrative, human resource and reporting functions as well as providing leadership, motivation and mentoring of staff and team of the department
- Continuously reviewed and drew advocacy and lobbying engagement strategies for Civil Society on the National Peace Policy
- Conducted Capacity building and facilitated trainings for policy advocacy in respect to the National Peace Policy and other issues of concern at regional and national level
- Led and conducted regular internal coaching / training and field learning initiatives to key department staff
- Contributed to gender, youth and social inclusion knowledge management and learning through collecting and analyzing program data, evaluating strategic projects’ GYSI strategies, assisting with impact assessment, capturing and sharing lessons learned and best practices, and research and internal reports
- Developed advocacy agenda and strategy for the organization in relation to the lobbying for the National Peace Policy at National level
- Implemented a European Union funded project in Uganda, Communities Richer in Diversity (CRID) a project aiming to achieve its goal through interfaith and intercultural dialogue and cooperation to enhance the understanding, tolerance and respect for cultural and religious diversity among young men and young women at risk of radicalization
- Implemented connector projects for inter religious community action for peaceful co-existence and development
- Developed and implemented the peace building and conflict resolution component of the Adjumani Refugees Initiative for Self-reliance & Empowerment (ARISE) Project
- Designed and implemented community connector projects promoting reconciliation and fostering trust across community divisions by strengthening local conflict management and prevention mechanisms that enhanced social cohesion
- Internal monitoring and evaluation of programmes/ projects
- Programme/ project proposal writing.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
- Provided program management expertise in lean Six Sigma strategies and agile methods, practices and execution.
- Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
- Participated in vendor selection and management process for program initiatives.
- Established milestones and objectives based on input from functional areas and stakeholders.
- Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
- Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
- Leveraged project management processes and tools to define and execute projects.
- Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects.
- Engaged and worked alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.
- Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for Stakeholders.
- Participated in pilot tests and revised programs based on feedback and results.
Program Officer
Uganda Joint Christian Council
06.2009 - 12.2015
- Provided the overall management, oversight, and leadership to UJCC’s HDP programme as well as supporting the Head of Programme in fundraising efforts and representation at fora related to HDP programming and ensured HDP programs are fully integrated into the national program strategy
- Ensured that thematic components are technically sound and grounded on gender and power analysis; ensure the inclusion of women and men from a diversity of identity groups and communities
- In coordination with the other Council structures and under the lead of the Executive Secretary, l played a key role in leading UJCC’s strategic engagement with government at all levels as well as with other stakeholders on the development of a National Peace Policy draft
- Led the development of HDP programming and ensured programme coherence, alignment and delivery with UJCC’s national mandate and objectives
- Had the responsibility for donor liaison and for ensuring liaison / representation with government authorities in the areas of implementation, as well as at national level, under the guidance of UJCC senior management team (SMT)
- Overall accountability for the HDP, including planning, implementation, financial management and monitoring
- Managed HDP technical programme staff, including people planning, recruitment, and capacity building and performance appraisal
- Ensured a high level of quality throughout the entire HDP portfolio ranging from implementation of activities, adherence to organizational procedures as well as quality in reports delivered to donors
- Supported the Council’s HoP and Executive Secretary, acted as Council’s representative for the HDP sector and took an active role in establishing and maintaining stakeholder relationships including donors, Government and the UN
- Provided technical support on conflict/ contextual analysis prior to, and during any programme intervention
- Actively supported the Council’s HoP in seeking opportunities for fundraising and future development of the HDP portfolio in line with the program strategy
- Managed HDP partner relations in line with the Council’s partnership guidelines
- Coordinated regularly with other program's focal persons within the Council on matters of programme development, implementation, and quality
- Provided regular operational, technical and strategic updates on HDP programming to senior management
- Participated actively in SMT meetings and decision-making processes
- Supported the integration of programming across all sectors with specific emphasis on HDP programming including external stakeholder engagement and coordination, and provided internal capacity building as required.
Intern–Research Assistant
The African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD)
07.2006 - 10.2006
- Researching, Tracking and reporting on conflict developments in East and Central Africa
- Assessing and evaluating successful and failed peace agreements in the region.
Tutor
University of Queensland
06.2005 - 11.2005
- Preparing for, and Conducting tutorials sessions for three groups of undergraduate students on International Relations course unit, each group constituting of 20 students
- Provided time for individual consultation outside tutorial sessions
- Assessing and grading students during tutorials basing on participation, as well as marking final semester exams.
Project Officer
Borrow a Youth – Friends of young people
01.2001 - 12.2004
- Coordination and implementation of a peace building project intervention in Kotido district
- Facilitate workshops of young peace promoters in the district
- Monitoring and evaluating the activities of the peace promoter
- Prepare activity and progressive reports.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and quickly address problems.
- Developed and monitored project schedules, budgets and objectives for successful completion.
- Identified and resolved project issues and mitigated risks, reducing challenges and improving project results.
- Gathered and organized supporting materials for meetings and project updates.
- Developed and deepened relationships with key stakeholders.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
Lead Facilitator- Community Peace Building
Rotary District 6060
04.2014 - 04.2014
- Designed the project intervention to address the vice of bullying
- Mobilized and put together a pool of fellow facilitators from Canada, Israel, Argentina, Kenya and Uganda
- Co-facilitated training engagements in Farmington, Cape Girardeau, Jackson Sikeston and Van Buren areas
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Evaluated student classroom and outdoors activities to promote sensitivity.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Post Conflict Reconstruction Program Officer
Christian Community Services Eldoret Region
01.2010 - 06.2010
- Contributed to staffing plans to achieve program goals and objectives and participated in hiring decisions for new program staff.
- Collaborated with finance department to budget and monitor program operations, ensuring sound fiscal and system management.
- Kept programs in line with established mission parameters.
- Conducted research to identify and scrutinize interventions and potential grantees.
- Collaborated with local and state officials to ensure proper program implementation.
- Worked closely with trustees and grantees to develop goals, approaches, initiatives and evaluations of grants.
- Mentored sector coordinators to improve program management.
- Collaborated with senior leadership team to implement projects, increasing program and organizational capacities.
- Turned strategic mandates into actionable program plans.
- Provided key leadership to project managers, directors, and other team members.
- Developed assessment protocols to determine feasibility and sustainability of programs, leading to more effective and efficient service delivery.
- Created and implemented program frameworks, performance standards and quality assurance requirements.
- Analyzed internal reports to evaluate program effectiveness by using outcomes-based approach.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
- Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
- Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Education
Master of International Studies (Advanced) Peace and Conflict Resolution (Rotary Peace Fellow) -
University of Queensland, Australia
01.2005 - 01.2006
44th United Nations Graduate Study Programme - undefined
United Nations Information Services, UN Office at Geneva, Switzerland
07.2006 - 07.2006
Bachelor of Arts (Social Sciences) Political Science Major - International Relations - undefined
Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
01.1997 - 01.2001
Skills
English (fluent)Swahili (working knowledge)Humanitarian-Development-peace nexus interventions, Conflict Resolution, Peacebuilding, Conflict Management, Conflict Sensitive Programming, Contextual/Conflict Analysis, Crisis and Resilience Intervention Engagements, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Mediation and Dialogue Facilitation, Conflict Sensitive Early Warning and Early Response, Programme/Project management, coordination, monitoring and evaluation, Community mobilization, Social Justice and Policy Advocacy
Report Writing
Meeting Coordination
Presentations
Research
Project Support
Outstanding Communication Skills
Complex Problem-Solving
Teamwork and Collaboration
Computer Skills
Administrative Support
Project Management
Social Media
Problem-Solving
Attention to Detail
Operations Support
Microsoft Office Suite
Administrative Tasks
Fast Learner
Team Collaboration
Interpersonal and Social Skills
Flexible Schedule
Public Speaking
Multitasking and Organization
Creative and Resourceful
Strategic Planning and Analysis
Home Phone
+256-774-667778
Key Qualifications
- 19 years of practical experience in peacebuilding and Conflict transformation programming, with both Civil Society and Multilateral Organizations.
- Ten years’ experience in capacity building and training of various categories of stakeholders in conflict sensitivity, social cohesion and peacebuilding programming, conflict management, mediation, and dialogue facilitation.
- Extensive experience in analysis, research as well as sound knowledge and skill in drafting.
- Proven experience with representation in HDP Clusters, Working groups and other technical bodies.
- Proven experience engaging with stakeholders and advocacy initiatives.
- Proven experience with strategy development, fundraising, and advocacy.
- Demonstrable leadership and management skills and ability to work with diverse group of people from multiple ethnicities and nationalities
- Experience in the application of age, gender and diversity (AGD) and Conflict Sensitive approach to programming.
- Experience working with national partners in social cohesion initiatives.
- Experience and strong understanding of project/ programme development and management.
- Experience in national and community-level conflict prevention and peacebuilding initiatives and programming
- Sound knowledge and experience of working in hard to reach areas, conflict and post conflict context.
- Knowledge on Core Humanitarian Standards.
- Extensive experience in mainstreaming conflict sensitivity, gender and application of rights based approach in program/project work.
- Great experience in community dialogues, mediation and community mobilization cognizant of community structures & sensitivities.
- Extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of Uganda and particularly each sub-region, including working in each on dialogue engagements, conflict prevention initiatives, unity in diversity awareness and appreciation initiatives.
Personal Information
Nationality: Ugandan
References
- Mr. Sammy Odolot, Head of UNDP Regional Office – Darfur Regional Programme, El Fasher Hub, +249 912 500 277, Sammy.odolot@undp.org
- Rev. Fr. Dr. Silvester Arinaitwe Rwomukubwe AJ., Executive Secretary – Uganda Joint Christian Council, +256 772 848177, rwomusilver56@gmail.com
- Ms. Rose Othieno, Executive Director – Centre for Conflict Resolution, +256 772 462319, othienorose@yahoo.com
- Dr. Paddy Musana, Coordinator, Perace and Conflict Studies Program, Makerere University, +256-772-457725, +256-414-543364, musana@chuss.mak.ac
Affiliations
- Member of Rotary International, through the Rotary Club of Kampala
- Board of Directors, Uganda Action Network on Small Arms and Light Weapons
- Chairperson, Ugandan Rotary Peace Fellowship Alumni Association
- Member, Uganda National Peace Policy Advocacy Platform 2014
- Member, Uganda Civil Society Peace Network 2015 - 2017
- Ambassador of the Global Peace Index (GPI)- Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Institute_for_Economics_%26_Peace
Certification
Training on the capacity for inter-religious community action Kampala, January 2014 – December 2016
Interests
Sightseeing
Meeting people/making new friends
Travelling and meeting new people
I have traveled to various parts of the world and made, and maintained friends in each of the country l have been to. It is so wonderful meeting, interacting and learning about people's way of life.
Timeline
On-call Trainer/ Facilitator for Peacekeepers
United States Institute of Peace
01.2023 - Current
Project manager - Support to Sudanese Peace Process Project
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
06.2021 - 11.2022
Project Officer
Center for Conflict Resolution
01.2020 - 05.2021
Program Manager
Uganda Joint Christian Council
01.2016 - 12.2019
Lead Facilitator- Community Peace Building
Rotary District 6060
04.2014 - 04.2014
Post Conflict Reconstruction Program Officer
Christian Community Services Eldoret Region
01.2010 - 06.2010
Program Officer
Uganda Joint Christian Council
06.2009 - 12.2015
Intern–Research Assistant
The African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD)
07.2006 - 10.2006
44th United Nations Graduate Study Programme - undefined
United Nations Information Services, UN Office at Geneva, Switzerland
07.2006 - 07.2006
Tutor
University of Queensland
06.2005 - 11.2005
Master of International Studies (Advanced) Peace and Conflict Resolution (Rotary Peace Fellow) -
University of Queensland, Australia
01.2005 - 01.2006
Project Officer
Borrow a Youth – Friends of young people
01.2001 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Arts (Social Sciences) Political Science Major - International Relations - undefined
Makerere University, Kampala, Uganda
01.1997 - 01.2001