Stephen John MUKWAYA
Kampala
Summary
Training, Capacity Building, and Safety Management professional with 11 years of progressive experience across energy, oil & gas, infrastructure, construction, and public health sectors. Demonstrated expertise in training needs assessment, programme coordination, safety and compliance training, workforce capacity development, stakeholder training, and performance monitoring within highly regulated environments. Proven ability to design, coordinate, implement, and evaluate training interventions aligned to organizational KPIs, audit requirements, safety standards, and operational priorities. Strong background in adult learning facilitation, field supervision, mentoring, reporting, and multi-stakeholder coordination, with practical exposure to engineering, contractor-led operations, and utility-related safety environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
International Election Observer
CARTER CENTER (USA)
01.2011
- Monitored and reported on electoral processes in refugee settings in Uganda/South Sudan.
- Prepared situation and compliance reports for regional and international stakeholders.
Community Liaison Officer
EAST AFRICAN CRUDE OIL PIPELINE (EACOP)
01.2023 - Current
- Supported training needs assessments for contractor CLO teams, grievance committees, and community structures, identifying skills gaps linked to stakeholder engagement, grievance handling, and safety compliance.
- Coordinated and supported capacity-building sessions on grievance mechanisms, stakeholder engagement processes, IFC Performance Standards, and community relations best practices.
- Participated in H3SE monitoring, reinforcing workplace safety behaviours through daily briefings, toolbox engagements, and field compliance checks.
- Monitored application of learned skills in the field and provided post-training feedback and performance observations.
- Prepared routine field and compliance reports capturing training outcomes, engagement effectiveness, safety observations, and corrective actions.
- Supported audit readiness through proper documentation, reporting accuracy, and field-level compliance verification.
- Key Outputs
- Training gap analysis inputs and capacity-building reports
- Post-training monitoring and effectiveness reports
- Compliance and performance reports linked to safety and stakeholder KPIs
Land Officer
EAST AFRICAN CRUDE OIL PIPELINE (EACOP)
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Supported training and sensitization of Project Affected Persons (PAPs) on land acquisition processes, compensation procedures, financial literacy, and livelihood restoration programmes.
- Coordinated contractor-led training initiatives ensuring standardized content, compliance with IFC standards, and proper documentation.
- Identified capacity gaps affecting land acquisition implementation and supported corrective training interventions.
- Monitored field activities to verify application of training in compensation, resettlement, and livelihood restoration processes.
- Prepared regular progress, compliance, and risk management reports for management decision-making.
- Key Outputs
- Training and sensitization reports for PAPs
- Compliance and risk monitoring reports
- Documented evidence supporting audit and performance reviews
Health & Safety Controller
MUJOSTEL INVESTMENT LIMITED
03.2018 - 09.2019
- Conducted safety training needs assessments based on incident trends, risk registers, inspection findings, and regulatory requirements.
- Designed and delivered health and safety training programmes, including inductions, toolbox talks, emergency response drills, and PPE usage.
- Coordinated internal safety trainings and ensured workforce understanding of legal, regulatory, and company safety obligations.
- Monitored training effectiveness through inspections, audits, and behavioural observations.
- Maintained safety training records, compliance trackers, and audit documentation.
- Key Outputs
- Safety training materials, schedules, and attendance logs
- Post-training evaluation and improvement reports
- Improved safety compliance and audit readiness
Stakeholder Engagement Officer
CCG – EACOP PROJECT
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Implemented stakeholder awareness and engagement training sessions aligned to project requirements.
- Supported identification of stakeholder knowledge gaps and recommended targeted training interventions.
- Maintained accurate training and engagement records and produced stakeholder engagement reports.
- Key Outputs
- Stakeholder training and engagement reports
- Improved stakeholder participation and information flow
Project Coordinator – Malaria Prevention & Control
DIRECTORATE OF HEALTH – PROVINCE OF UGANDA
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Planned, coordinated, and delivered large-scale training programmes for health workers, Village Health Teams (VHTs), and District Health Teams across 23 districts.
- Developed annual training plans, budgets, workplans, and performance reports for donor and management review.
- Conducted post-training supervision, mentoring, and performance validation to ensure learning transfer.
- Guided monitoring and evaluation activities to identify capacity gaps and design corrective training strategies.
- Key Outputs
- Approved training calendars, budgets, and implementation plans
- Post-training evaluation and supervision reports
- Measurable improvements in service delivery and compliance
Education
Bachelor of Social Work & Social Administration -
Uganda Christian University
Postgraduate Certificate - Project Monitoring & Evaluation
Makerere University
Certificate - Research & Information Systems
ITEC, New Delhi, India
ICT & Accountancy Certifications - undefined
Multitech
Skills
Organization-wide & Departmental Training Needs Assessments
Training Programme Design, Coordination & Delivery
Safety, HSE & Compliance Training
Capacity Building & Adult Learning Facilitation
Training Evaluation, Post-Training Follow-Up & Reporting
Performance Metrics, KPIs & Audit Support
Accomplishments
- Award for Outstanding Health & Safety Observation – EACOP Uganda
- Acting Community Relations Supervisor
- Health & Safety Representative – Masaka Office
- Supervised contractor CLO teams and field personnel
- Supported training in financial literacy and livelihood restoration programmes
Certification
NEBOSH International General Certificate (Ongoing)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Strong experience working in regulated infrastructure and utility-type environments
- Proven ability to align training activities with organizational KPIs, audits, safety, and compliance requirements
- Excellent communication, coordination, and reporting skills
Timeline
Community Liaison Officer
EAST AFRICAN CRUDE OIL PIPELINE (EACOP)
01.2023 - Current
Land Officer
EAST AFRICAN CRUDE OIL PIPELINE (EACOP)
01.2021 - 12.2022
Health & Safety Controller
MUJOSTEL INVESTMENT LIMITED
03.2018 - 09.2019
Stakeholder Engagement Officer
CCG – EACOP PROJECT
02.2017 - 02.2018
Project Coordinator – Malaria Prevention & Control
DIRECTORATE OF HEALTH – PROVINCE OF UGANDA
01.2012 - 12.2015
International Election Observer
CARTER CENTER (USA)
01.2011
Postgraduate Certificate - Project Monitoring & Evaluation
Makerere University
Certificate - Research & Information Systems
ITEC, New Delhi, India
ICT & Accountancy Certifications - undefined
Multitech
Bachelor of Social Work & Social Administration -
Uganda Christian University