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Jerome Mukunda

Jerome Mukunda

Humanitarian Worker
Kyangwali Refugee Settlement

Summary

Seasoned GBV Associate with several years of humanitarian experience providing assistance to POCs in settlement and emergency response environments. Bringing forth exceptional skills and ability to communicate effectively between departments and stakeholders. Techy-Savvy professional with the flexibility to working in fast and slow paced environments. Dedicated to providing superior case management support, while serving as a dedicated Protection Officer.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages

Work History

GBV Assistant

Alight
Rwamwanja
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Participated in continuous sector and management meetings to improve by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
  • · Provided continuous feedback to supervisor on any challenges in work implementation to be addressed directly with corrective steps/measures if needed.
  • Improved case management operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Worked within applicable humanitarian standards and SOPs ,standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment for staff and POCs.
  • Learned new language and supervision skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Increased POCs satisfaction by resolving GBV related issues.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule most notable being 16 DOA.
  • Received and processed stock into inventory management system for program support and implementation.
  • Exceeded Indicator and event goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Used Microsoft office and other software tracking and communication tools to create documents and other communications.
  • Led GBV sector projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Resolved GBV conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
  • Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
  • Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote continuous improvement
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results
  • Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees

GBV-Caseworker

Alight-Kyangwali
Kikuube
03.2021 - 10.2022
  • • Supervised overall client services and acted as liaison between clients, caregivers and service providers.
  • Created treatment or service plan meeting each client's individualized needs.
  • Monitored protection and stabilization of children and families.
  • Coordinated discharge of clients with outside healthcare resources and formulated individualized service plans with both long-term and short-term goals.
  • Determined eligibility and suitability for programs by performing client intake interviews and bio-psycho-social assessments.
  • Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
  • Managed caseload of over 400 GBV and provided behavioral analysis and therapeutic treatment planning for clients while implementing coping skills techniques.
  • Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines and recommendations.
  • Recorded case notes and performed follow-up documentation for admitted and transferred patients; led both group and individual counseling sessions.
  • • Incorporate survivor/client-centered approach in all center activities.
  • • Assess knowledge and utilization of health and other services available for survivors of GBV.
  • • Create awareness of GBV services in community and facilitate referrals.
  • • Ensure updated fling and documentation of Gender-based violence cases in line with GBVIMS and progress v4 tools.

Volunteer

OPM-Hoima Refugee Desk
Hoima
02.2017 - 11.2019
  • Support reception center staff in receiving and supporting of over 8000 refugees
  • Participate in 50 meetings and orientation for refugees
  • Keep Internal Information confidential
  • Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients.
  • Completed clerical tasks and office duties to open full-time employees up for more critical work.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to partners and stakeholders.
  • Spoke with community organizations to further drive outreach efforts and highlight program successes.
  • Organized event schedules and implemented reminder systems.
  • Helped program leaders with administrative support duties.
  • Responded to questions from customers and community members.

Field Officer

Fowode
Kampala
03.2010 - 03.2016

• Directed and coordinated activities of gender projects by delegating 12 subordinates

• Manage FOWODE Field Office.

• Organize and manage FOWODE activities at district level.

• Prepare project/activity narrative and financial reports.

• Participate in fundraising through developing concepts and identifying potential partners.

• Supervise FOWODE resource persons including interns in district.

• Represent FOWODE at district and other stakeholders’ meetings.

• Network and collaborate with local government, other likeminded organizations and partners with goal of advancing gender equality and women’s empowerment.

  • Monitored schedules to verify project completion on schedule and within approved cost limitations

Education

B.Com (Honors) - Finance

Makerere University
Kampala
03.2000 - 11.2004

Diploma - Project Planning and Management

YMCA Institute
Kampala
01.1999 - 10.1999

Certificate - GBV Level I & II

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
Online
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - Age, Gender And Diversity Approach

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
Online
11.2022 - 11.2022

Certificate - Child Protection And Youth Module

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
Online
11.2022 - 11.2022

Certificate - B-Safe Multi Lingual

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
Online
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - Protection Induction Programme

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
Online
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - Fundamentals Of Fraud And Corruption Awareness

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
Online
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - Information Security Awareness Training

UNHCR
Online
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - Information Security Awareness Training

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
Online
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - Protection Fundamentals

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
Online
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - PSEA

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
Online
07.2022 - 07.2022

Skills

    Humanitarian Emergency Response Skills

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Work Availability

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Quote

There’s no reality except the one contained within us. That’s why so many people live an unreal life. They take images outside them for reality and never allow the world within them to assert itself.
Hermann Hesse

Timeline

GBV Assistant

Alight
11.2022 - 12.2022

Certificate - Age, Gender And Diversity Approach

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
11.2022 - 11.2022

Certificate - Child Protection And Youth Module

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
11.2022 - 11.2022

Certificate - GBV Level I & II

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - B-Safe Multi Lingual

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - Protection Induction Programme

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - Fundamentals Of Fraud And Corruption Awareness

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - Information Security Awareness Training

UNHCR
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - Information Security Awareness Training

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - Protection Fundamentals

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
08.2022 - 08.2022

Certificate - PSEA

UNHCR Global Learning Centre
07.2022 - 07.2022

GBV-Caseworker

Alight-Kyangwali
03.2021 - 10.2022

Volunteer

OPM-Hoima Refugee Desk
02.2017 - 11.2019

Field Officer

Fowode
03.2010 - 03.2016

B.Com (Honors) - Finance

Makerere University
03.2000 - 11.2004

Diploma - Project Planning and Management

YMCA Institute
01.1999 - 10.1999

Accomplishments

  • Identified and supported over 400 GBV cases, made and supported over 256 referrals,
  • Collaborated and conducted over 100 numerous protection awareness sessions with partners reaching over 5000 POCs (3700F:1200M).
  • Participated and influenced the much needed relocation to settlements taking major lead in these activities in the Kisoro Emergency response.
  • Represented Alight in over 30 coordination meetings at both sector and Inter-agency level.
  • Have was since November in Acting GBV Officer role supporting sector lead activities including the just budget formulation and evaluations and the just concluded 16 DOA.

References

  • Aceba Paul Oran-Alight-GBV/Emergency Technical Lead-Alight AcebaPa@WEAREALIGHT.ORG 0772 938025
  • Ekyampaire Doreck-Alight Protection Manager EkyampaireD@WEAREALIGHT.ORG 0773 128388
  • Akangwanaho Agnes-Alight GBV Officer AgnesA@WEAREALIGHT.ORG 0786 666496
Jerome MukundaHumanitarian Worker