Tusiime Christopher
Natural Resource Economist
Kampala,Central
Summary
PERSONAL STATEMENT : My passion for promoting better and self-reliant livelihoods of rural people through environmental conservation, improved agricultural practices and training dates way back in my early university days.This is well justified by my participation in environmental and agricultural related surveys and research as well as building capacity of local communities in self-reliance mechanisms climate change adaptation mechanisms, energy saving technique and environmental friendly farming methods while at Busitema University . I have been involved in participatory planning and implementation of various development projects in the fields of agriculture (Livelihood), Civil society strengthening and environment where I have been able to build my capacity to handle dynamic and complex issues related to livelihood, natural resources management and development especially of rural and refugee communities. Now I am looking towards making a significant contribution with a successful agency for progressive career development in the field of natural resource management.
Overview
9
9
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Initiatives Manager-Strengthening Resilience
CARE International
Fort portal
09.2018 - 06.2021
- Tasked with providing overall Programme level technical guidance in ecologically friendly entrepreneurship, private sector engagement, innovations, market information and viable linkages and offering skills development through youth-based training, coaching and mentoring approaches staff and partners in private sector engagement and business development service.
- Took lead in writing project donor reports and project budget management Take lead in partnership management and partner capacity building in aspects of climate resilience and adaptation as well as advocacy Spearhead management of all project resources including personnel Ensure visibility of project and proper coordination with Climate change department, Ministry of Water and Environment and other relevant ministries.
- Prepared policy briefs, press releases and articles on mountain climate change and policy issues on behalf of CARE Organize Quarterly project coordination committee meeting Provide mentorship and establish incubation centers for youth to grow entrepreneurial skills and promote youth innovations Monitor uptake of enterprise development and innovations by recording information of youth activities Ensure youth involvement in climate change debates and policy issues; by identifying strategic entry points for engagement.
- Developed codes of conduct and youth performance indicators and influence formulation of youth related policies in Building Resilience, Climate Change and Natural Resource Governance.
- Provided access to opportunities and platforms for youth and engage with activities regarding Climate Change & NRG Spearhead Advocacy for environment and climate change specific concerns targeting key factors such as communities, local government and private sector.
- Spearheaded capacity building initiatives for partners in Agroforestry, climate change and economic empowerment Lead and contribute to community-based work directly with refugees, women and youth, through facilitation strategic linkages and networking for groups.
- Led in monitoring and maintaining relevant manuals, training materials and reports relevant to entrepreneurship and livelihoods improvement.
- Led process of guiding youth grouping and clusters (refugees, host communities, Natural Resource dependent groups of women and youth) in selection, planning and management of enterprises.
- Formulated and communicated key messages through campaigns and regional dialogues
Programme Officer-Envronment and Livelihood
Danish Refugee Council
Hoima
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Responsible for ensuring that all activities related to environment and livelihood are implemented in timely and efficiently manner according to agreed Donor guidelines, especially DRC/donor standards and budget.
- Provided leadership among program Assistants for all aspects related to Environment and Livelihood activities in settlements of Adjumani
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, annual donor and other reports in sector of Environment and livelihoods.
- Initiated Innovative implementation strategies to enhance effectiveness, efficiency and delivery of Project interventions.
- Took lead in documentation of best practices of Environment and livelihood interventions.
- Planned and spearheaded Environment and gender surveys to inform future project designs
- Took lead in preparation of relevant manuals/tool kits (briquettes making and energy saving stoves) and training curriculums that can be used in training beneficiaries
- .Represented project during coordination meetings with stakeholders such as local communities, local government officials, and donors
Natural Resources Coordinator
Action African Help (AAH)
Kampala
01.2016 - 09.2017
- Responsible for providing overall support in the sustainable utilization of natural resources, shared environment and promote safe access to energy fuel in the refugee settlement).
- Supported refugee communities to lessen dependency on humanitarian through imparting business skills and identifying complementary and/or alternative livelihood opportunities to farming-based livelihoods
- Prepared/contributed to weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual, donor and other reports in the areas of livelihoods Initiate Innovative implementation strategies to enhance effectiveness, efficiency and delivery.
- Trained and mentored farmers in sustainable/Climate smart agriculture methods including Agroforestry .
- Facilitated production of briquettes to conserve environment at household level; both domestic and commercial production in partnership with the private sector in order to promote youth livelihoods
- Organized and mentored the refugees to carryout income generating activities (IGAS)
- Coordinated energy and environment interventions with different stakeholders including the local authorities, implementing partners and private sector
- Took lead in undertaking site species match study in the settlement of Kyangwali to support tree planting initiatives.
Project Officer-Livelihood and Conservation
UMURDA
Tororo
05.2014 - 01.2016
- Support further development and implementation of youth livelihood that is well compatible with the GOAL /UMURDA projects under conservation.
- Prepared/contributed to weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual, donor and other reports in the areas of livelihoods
- Built and strengthened working relationships with strategic partners for youth policy and program such as development agencies, policy, and research organizations that are critical to organization’s objectives and mission.
- Trained and mentored youth in VSLA methodologies.
- Identified youth to benefit from Vocational training to improve their livelihoods.
- Built and maintained relationships with key contacts in strategic partner organizations in youth livelihood in Bugiri.
- Represented the organization at relevant networks, workshops, seminars and policy events
- Contributed to design and development of project proposals by drafting technical and financial proposals
- Worked closely with Finance staff to ensure financial information is up to date, variances are identified and recommendations for action made
- Coordinated lesson learning from monitoring and evaluation of the program portfolio and support sharing of best practice and policy insights
Education
MSc - Climate Change and Disaster management
Busitema University
Tororo 01.2021 - Current
Post graduate - Evaluation And Monitoring
Makerere University
Kampala ,Uganda 10.2015 - 11.2015
Bachelors’ Degree - Natural Resources Economics
Busitema University
Tororo Uganda 08.2011 - 05.2014
Advance Certificate Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education – -
Nakasero Secondary School
Kampala ,Uganda 02.2009 - 12.2010
Ordinary Certificate Uganda Certificate of Education -
Nakasongola Army School
Nakasongola Uganda 01.2005 - 11.2008
Skills
Resilience
undefinedAccomplishments
- Participated the Environment and Natural Resource Network (ENRCSO Network )
Referees
Mooya Kachiko Bernard
Country Representative BRAC South Sudan
bmooya@hotmail.com
256780777600/0751454040
Jesca Alanyo
Livelihood coordinator World Vision
jescaah@gmail.com
+256772373786
Kandole Annet Balewa
Programmes Manager CARE International
kandolebalewa@gmail.com
+256759490276
Timeline
MSc - Climate Change and Disaster management
Busitema University
01.2021 - Current
Initiatives Manager-Strengthening Resilience
CARE International
09.2018 - 06.2021
Programme Officer-Envronment and Livelihood
Danish Refugee Council
09.2017 - 09.2018
Natural Resources Coordinator
Action African Help (AAH)
01.2016 - 09.2017
Post graduate - Evaluation And Monitoring
Makerere University
10.2015 - 11.2015
Project Officer-Livelihood and Conservation
UMURDA
05.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelors’ Degree - Natural Resources Economics
Busitema University
08.2011 - 05.2014
Advance Certificate Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education – -
Nakasero Secondary School
02.2009 - 12.2010
Ordinary Certificate Uganda Certificate of Education -
Nakasongola Army School
01.2005 - 11.2008
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