Vickie Tumwebaze
Program Manager
Kampala
Summary
Am a talented program management professional with proven track record in leading cross-functional teams and driving project success. Skilled in strategic planning, risk management, and resource allocation. Known for paying attention to details, adaptability, problem-solving, and fostering collaboration to achieve results. Proficient in optimizing processes and aligning initiatives with organizational objectives. Bringing more than14years of valuable expertise to forward the Organizations objectives.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Program Manager
The Busoga Trust
Jinja
06.2019 - Current
- Cultivating and managing new strategic partnerships and networks with key stake holders like donors and government entities
- Developing strategic plans including budgets and budget tracking tools to ensure that the projects expenditures are in line with the approved budgets
- Coordinating project planning, implementation, and monitoring of project activities
- Leading on stakeholder engagements and representing the Organization at national and district level conferences, networking events, forums and meetings to keep the organization abreast with any emerging government policies
- Ensuring that project reviews are conducted and that lessons learned and success stories are documented, and findings are shared with relevant stakeholders to inform future actions.
- Leading on fundraising and resource mobilization both in country and from international donors by developing high quality proposals
- Monitoring and evaluation of project activities to ensure value for money (VFM), Conducting comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
- Ensuring all project activities comply with national regulations, donor requirements, and financial reporting requirements
- Providing mentorship, capacity building, coaching, and on job trainings to staff and building an excellent work relationship with all teams to ensure productivity of the team in terms of quality implementations
- Managing cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Engaging and working alongside cross-functional stakeholders to manage strategic initiatives.
- Implementing risk management strategies to mitigate potential barriers to project success.
- Managing and supervising administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Establishing performance goals for employees and providing feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Enhancing project's visibility with regular status updates, leading to increased stakeholder engagement.
- Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
- Promoting gender equality through the integration of inclusive practices in all aspects of project implementation.
Project Manager
Lutheran World Federation
Lamwo Palabek Refugee Settlement
02.2016 - 03.2019
- Coordinated and networked with relevant donors like; UNHCR, Church of Sweden, UNICEF, European Union (EU), DFID among others
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Managed risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize potential issues during project execution.
- Managed strategic partnerships and networks with key stake holders in the area of operation
- Participated in developing budgets and carrying out budget monitoring and expenditure forecasting
- Successfully monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Developed proposal documents for new projects and ensuring adherence to LWF’s programme cycle management procedures.
- Networked and built synergies with key stake holders and other organizations with in the refugee settlement
- Provided technical support in terms of coaching and mentoring of staffs
- Prepared detailed reports on project status for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment with objectives.
Program Manager PSO/CSO
Trade Mark East Africa
Kampala
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Identified and developed partnerships with key Civil Society Organizations and Private sector Organizational to manage implementation of Trademark’s projects
- Successfully managed strategic partnerships and networks with key stakeholder both national and regional and government ministries
- Provided analysis on the economic and political developments in Uganda and the region to inform on how Trade Mark East Africa can leverage the opportunities to shape the business competitiveness portfolio in Uganda
- Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects.
- Supported development of funding proposals for new portfolios
- Liaised and maintained dialogue with line ministries on business competitiveness of the country in the East African Region
- Supported the country director to develop Trade Mark Uganda’s country strategy
- Networked and developed synergies and linkages with key government ministries and civil society organizations with in the East African Region
- Facilitated the development and signing of Memorandum of understandings with key partners and stakeholders
- Built capacity of partners on proposal development, budgeting and project implementation
Community Development Facilitator (CDF)
World Vision Uganda
Busia
03.2012 - 01.2014
- Ensured proper Project planning and management and proper budgeting
- Supported project formulation and development of projects like the Education project, Advocacy and Child protection projects
- Supported the district local government and implementing partners to undertake implementation of WV’s projects
- Established strong partnerships with local governments, NGOs, and private sector entities to leverage resources and expertise in support of program goals.
- Developed strategic plans for long-term program sustainability, embedding local ownership and fostering lasting change in communities served.
- Facilitated capacity building workshops to strengthen local organizations and empower community leaders.
- Led advocacy campaigns in child protection like the end child marriage campaign
- Developed project proposals and was able to secure funding from Japan Support office for the Area Development Program
- Supported monitoring and evaluation of projects in the ADP through undertaking mid term review and end line surveys.
- Developed capacity of field staff in implementation of projects in the ADP
- Conducted comprehensive needs assessments to identify key areas for targeted interventions and support.
- Undertook writing donor reports which adhered to strict donor requirements and general ADP reports like the bi annual and annual reports
- Collaborated with a range of stakeholders from the district local government and at the national level
- Developed new project and ensured they are chronological and contributing to the overall wellbeing of children
- Enhanced project outcomes by implementing community-driven development strategies.
- Adapted innovative methodologies for increased efficiency in project planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation processes.
- Promoted gender equality through the integration of inclusive practices in all aspects of project implementation.
Partnership – Officer
GOAL- International Humanitarian Organization
Bugiri
01.2009 - 03.2012
- Supported Partners in the designing and implementation of WASH projects
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Supported monitoring and evaluation of projects
- Supported building capacity of partners in implementation of WASH activities synergies with different district offices to enhance implementation of WASH
- Facilitated needs assessment for communities to undertake WASH interventions
- Ensured timely delivery of quality reports to my Supervisor
- Developed monitoring and evaluation frameworks
Education
Master of Arts - Development Studies
Uganda Martyrs University
Kampala, Uganda 04.2010 - 01.2013
Post Graduate Diploma - Project Planning and Management
Uganda Management Institute
Kampala 01.2012 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies
Kyambogo University
Kampala 01.2005 - 01.2008
Advanced Certificate of Education
Muyenga High School
Kampala 04.2001 - 01.2004
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Muyenga High School
Kampala 01.1999 - 01.2002
Skills
Project management
Program leadership
Risk analysis and management
Strategic planning
Communication skills
Project coordination
People management
Problem solving
Creativity skill
Change management
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/28/85
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Uganda
Telephone
- +256774437708
- +256703966835
Timeline
Program Manager
The Busoga Trust
06.2019 - Current
Project Manager
Lutheran World Federation
02.2016 - 03.2019
Program Manager PSO/CSO
Trade Mark East Africa
01.2014 - 12.2015
Community Development Facilitator (CDF)
World Vision Uganda
03.2012 - 01.2014
Post Graduate Diploma - Project Planning and Management
Uganda Management Institute
01.2012 - 01.2013
Master of Arts - Development Studies
Uganda Martyrs University
04.2010 - 01.2013
Partnership – Officer
GOAL- International Humanitarian Organization
01.2009 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies
Kyambogo University
01.2005 - 01.2008
Advanced Certificate of Education
Muyenga High School
04.2001 - 01.2004
Uganda Certificate of Education -
Muyenga High School
01.1999 - 01.2002