Levi Wafula Lunalo
Senior Lecturer, Project Manager
Mbale City
Summary
Results-oriented and versatile professional with over 20 years of progressive experience in programme management, learning and development, capacity building, leadership development, education, stakeholder engagement, and community development across academic, non-profit, faith-based, and community settings. Demonstrated expertise in designing and delivering training programmes, facilitating adult learning, managing projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, monitoring and evaluating programme performance, and building strategic partnerships. Skilled in curriculum and instructional design, project planning and implementation, budgeting, reporting, organizational development, coaching, mentoring, and performance improvement. Proven ability to manage complex programmes, strengthen institutional capacity, facilitate organizational learning, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring accountability, quality, and results. An effective communicator and relationship builder with strong analytical, leadership, facilitation, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills. Experienced in working with diverse stakeholders, leading cross-functional teams, and fostering collaborative environments that promote innovation, learning, and sustainable impact. Committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based solutions that enhance organizational performance, develop people, and contribute to lasting social and institutional change.
Overview
5
5
Languages
19
19
Certifications
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
JENGA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OUTREACH
Mbale City
05.2015 - Current
- Key Responsibilities and Achievements
- Leadership, Learning and Capacity Building
- Designed, coordinated, and facilitated leadership, discipleship, and capacity-building programmes for pastors, church leaders, parents, youth, children, and community groups across Eastern Uganda.
- Developed learner-centred training curricula, facilitator guides, manuals, and learning resources that promoted practical application, leadership development, and behavioural change.
- Delivered interactive learning programmes using adult-learning methodologies, including participatory facilitation, coaching, mentoring, case studies, reflection, action planning, and workplace/community application.
- Guided participants throughout their learning journey by providing mentorship, coaching, follow-up support, and constructive feedback to strengthen learning transfer and programme impact.
- Facilitated staff capacity development through organizational learning initiatives, including Recovery Course, J-Life Discipleship, Muslim Evangelism, Alpha Schools, and children's ministry programmes.
- Supervised and mentored ministry leaders in applying acquired knowledge and leadership skills within their churches, organizations, and communities.
- Programme Management and Coordination
- Planned, coordinated, and supervised programme implementation from participant mobilization and training delivery to post-training follow-up, monitoring, and evaluation.
- Managed programme planning, annual budgeting, procurement, logistics, venue coordination, resource allocation, and financial accountability to ensure efficient programme delivery.
- Coordinated the procurement and equitable distribution of Bibles, discipleship materials, gifts, and humanitarian support to pastors, churches, vulnerable households, and community beneficiaries.
- Supported the planning and implementation of Alpha Schools and children's ministry programmes through coordination of training, procurement of learning materials, venue management, accommodation, and catering logistics.
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Learning and Reporting
- Monitored programme implementation against annual work plans, budgets, and organizational objectives through field supervision, progress reviews, and performance monitoring.
- Prepared comprehensive narrative, financial, and donor reports highlighting programme performance, outcomes, challenges, lessons learned, and recommendations.
- Documented best practices, participant feedback, and lessons learned to strengthen organizational learning and support continuous programme improvement.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Partnership Development
- Established and maintained strategic partnerships with pastors, churches, schools, ministry leaders, and community stakeholders to enhance programme effectiveness, collaboration, and sustainability.
- Built and nurtured learning communities that promoted peer learning, knowledge sharing, collaboration, and continuous professional and spiritual development.
- Leadership Support, Pastoral Care and Community Engagement
- Facilitated leadership coaching, pastoral counselling, mentoring, mediation, and conflict resolution to strengthen leadership effectiveness and healthy organizational relationships.
- Led community outreach through preaching, teaching, discipleship, evangelism, counselling, and character development initiatives among churches, vulnerable children, street-connected youth, and local communities.
Senior Lecturer
MESSIAH THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE
Mbale City
03.2008 - Current
- Key Responsibilities and Achievements
- Teaching, facilitation and instructional delivery
- Facilitated undergraduate courses in leadership, management, theology, counselling, and ministry using learner-centred and participatory teaching methodologies.
- Delivered engaging academic sessions including lectures, seminars, workshops, group discussions, presentations, and practical learning activities that promoted active student participation.
- Fostered collaborative learning by encouraging peer discussions, teamwork, knowledge sharing, and critical reflection among students.
- Curriculum Design and Instructional Development
- Designed course outlines, lesson plans, learning activities, assessment tools, and instructional materials aligned with institutional learning outcomes.
- Participated in curriculum review processes and contributed to the continuous improvement of teaching methodologies and learning resources.
- Student mentorship, coaching and academic support
- Guided, mentored, and coached students throughout their academic journey, providing individualized academic, personal, and professional development support.
- Mentored emerging leaders by integrating leadership development, ethical decision-making, and practical workplace application into academic instruction.
- Contributed to institutional capacity building through faculty collaboration, academic planning, and learner support initiatives.
- Assessment, evaluation and academic quality assurance
- Assessed learner performance through assignments, examinations, presentations, research projects, and reflective learning activities, providing timely and constructive feedback.
- Supervised examinations while ensuring compliance with institutional academic policies and integrity standards.
- Supported institutional quality assurance through academic advising, learner support, and programme evaluation processes.
Computer Assistant & Trainer
Kaspex Document Centre
Mbale City
08.2011 - 12.2012
- Key Responsibilities and Achievements
- Facilitated practical training in computer applications using learner-centred teaching methodologies to build learners’ digital literacy and competency.
- Developed lesson plans, delivered structured classroom instruction, and assessed learner performance through assignments, quizzes, and examinations.
- Provided individualized coaching, mentorship, and academic support to ensure learners achieved training objectives.
- Managed classroom activities and created an engaging, participatory learning environment that supported active skill development.
- Maintained accurate learner records and communicated progress updates to students throughout the training programme.
- Prepared instructional materials and delivered document production services, including typesetting, editing, scanning, printing, laminating, and formatting.
Program Coordinator – Eastern Region
TUMAINI HIV/AIDS Prevention Program
Mbale
01.2004 - 05.2006
- Key Responsibilities and Achievements
- Programme Coordination and Implementation
- Coordinated the planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of HIV/AIDS prevention and home-based care programmes across the Eastern Region of Uganda.
- Collaborated with district stakeholders, community leaders, and partner organizations to strengthen programme implementation and improve service delivery.
- Community mobilization and behavior change communication
- Mobilized communities and facilitated awareness campaigns, training sessions, and behavior change interventions targeting youth, community leaders, and vulnerable populations.
- Supported community-based initiatives aimed at promoting HIV/AIDS prevention, stigma reduction, and improved health-seeking behaviours.
- Counselling, Psychosocial support and care
- Provided counselling and psychosocial support to HIV/AIDS clients, promoting emotional well-being, adherence to care, and access to available community support services.
- Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting
- Collected, analyzed, and managed programme data, preparing timely narrative and statistical reports to inform decision-making and programme improvement.
- Financial management, logistics and resource support
- Assisted in programme budgeting, procurement, and distribution of food, medical supplies, and other essential support materials to beneficiaries.
- Prepared monthly financial reports and maintained accountability for project funds in compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements.
Field Officer
AMKA Farmers School
Kakamega
01.2002 - 05.2005
- Key Responsibilities and Achievements
- Programme Coordination and Community Mobilization
- Coordinated community-based agricultural development programmes aimed at improving farmers’ productivity, livelihoods, and economic resilience.
- Mobilized farmer groups and community members for training sessions, surveys, meetings, and programme implementation activities.
- Built collaborative partnerships with community-based organizations (CBOs), local government authorities, NGOs, and other stakeholders to strengthen programme delivery.
- Training, Capacity Building and Extension Services
- Planned and facilitated farmer training workshops on sustainable agriculture, farm management, and improved production techniques.
- Supported farmer groups in organizational development, project identification, and market linkage initiatives to enhance sustainability.
- Research, data collection and reporting
- Conducted community needs assessments, interviews, and focus group discussions to identify development priorities and inform interventions.
- Collected, analyzed, and reported field data to support programme planning, monitoring, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
- Resource Management and Accountability
- Coordinated procurement and distribution of agricultural inputs and farm tools to project beneficiaries.
- Prepared financial and narrative reports while ensuring accountability and proper use of project resources.
Education
Doctor - Christian Leadership & Management
Doctor - Christian Counselling
02-2025
Doctor of Theology - Biblical Studies
12-2023
Dissertation on “The impact of Pentecostal Christian leaders on political Participation in Mbale City, Uganda”
Master's Degree - Divinity
08-2021
Dissertation titled “Effects of Church Discipline on Numerical and Spiritual Growth of Pentecostal church” A case study in Bukasakya Sub-county, Industrial City Division, Mbale City
Certificate - ICT SKILLS TRAINING CURRICULUM
12-2014
Bachelors of Arts - Bible & Theology
01-2010
Certificate - Computer & Information Technology
01-2010
Kenya Certificate of Secondary School - undefined
01-2001
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
01-1997
Skills
Leadership & Management Facilitation
Adult Learning & Capacity Building
Training Design & Curriculum Development
Leadership Coaching & Mentoring
Workshop Facilitation
Learning Programme Coordination
Online & Face-to-Face Learning Delivery
Stakeholder Engagement
Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
Project Planning & Management
Certification
Certificate of Global Christian Coach- GCLA
Interests
Traveling and discovering new cultures, Reading, especially books on business, psychology, politics, Theology, personal development, and travel, Praying and hiking, Playing Football, Volleyball, and other indoor games, Arts, Music and Movies, Research and adventure
HIGHLIGHT
Recognized for academic excellence as the best student in both class and character on 24th July 2010 at Kima International School of Theology (KENYA)., Additionally awarded certificates of appreciation for my contributions as a choir singer and for serving as the spiritual life Treasurer
LIFELONG CALLING
- ORDAINED MINISTER 2010 -to date
- As an ordained minister with a lifelong commitment to serving people and communities, I am driven by a calling to develop individuals, strengthen institutions, and inspire positive transformation through ethical leadership, integrity, compassion, and service. Throughout my ministry, I have provided leadership, teaching, mentoring, coaching, counselling, and community engagement, fostering environments that promote growth, collaboration, reconciliation, and sustainable development.
- My calling extends beyond the church to strengthening organizations and communities through leadership development, capacity building, programme management, learning facilitation, conflict resolution, and values-based decision-making. Guided by humility, professionalism, accountability, and excellence, I am committed to empowering people, building trust, and creating lasting impact across diverse organizational, cultural, and multidisciplinary settings.
Timeline
Project Manager - JENGA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OUTREACH
05.2015 - Current
Computer Assistant & Trainer - Kaspex Document Centre
08.2011 - 12.2012
Senior Lecturer - MESSIAH THEOLOGICAL INSTITUTE
03.2008 - Current
Program Coordinator – Eastern Region - TUMAINI HIV/AIDS Prevention Program
01.2004 - 05.2006
Field Officer - AMKA Farmers School
01.2002 - 05.2005
MUSAGA PRIMARY SCHOOL - Kenya Certificate of Primary Education,
SIVILIE SECONDARY SCHOOL - Kenya Certificate of Secondary School,
KIMA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY - Certificate, Computer & Information Technology
GLOBAL UNIVERSITY - Bachelors of Arts, Bible & Theology
UGANDA COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION - Certificate, ICT SKILLS TRAINING CURRICULUM
UNIVERSITY OF WORLD MISSION FRONTIER - Master's Degree, Divinity
DOMINION BIBLE COLLEGE & SEMINARY - Doctor of Theology, Biblical Studies
UNITED CHRISTIAN BIBLE UNIVERSITY - Doctor, Christian Counselling
REVIVAL BIBLE UNIVERSITY - Doctor, Christian Leadership & Management