Director of Public Affairs/Policy Management & Research

 

Educated, dedicated, and passionate public policy and public affairs research professional with an exemplary track record of achievement leading global policy decision-making and implementation initiatives in support of diverse economic, political, and social public service and non-profit organizations. Expertise in the research and administration of public policies and programs that meet the needs of local communities with the demonstrated ability to lead organizations and teams in defining and achieving an organization’s mission and goals. Exceptional communication skills with the capacity to leverage strategic relationships to promote and support public policies that drive positive results while acting as a change agent in cultivating community and organizational relationships.

 

 

Institutional Development | Human Civil Rights Initiatives | Public Policy Research

Public Policy Decision Making | Human Resources Management & Training

Community Based Initiatives | Government & Agency Collaboration

Public Fundraising Programs | Negotiation Skills | Writing & Communication

 

 

• Considered subject matter expert and accepted as an expert witness in the Federal Immigration Courts because of my vast experience and research of various communities in Africa.


• PH.D. Candidate at the University of Texas, Dallas skilled and experienced in writing in-depth research course/thesis papers in public policy, political economy, and public fairs.


• Thesis topics include Economics for Public Policy, Economic Sociology, Ethics, Culture, & Public Responsibility, Gender & Policy, Non-profit Organizations, Organizational Theory, Domestic Social Policy, Political Institutions, Public Policy & Institutions, International Negotiations, Law & the Policy Process, Social Research Methods & Design, Public Management, Human Resources Management, Public Budget Systems, and Survey of Public Affairs.


• Currently engaged in research for a doctoral dissertation on “An Analysis of the Nature of and Remedies for Corruption in Commonwealth Sub-Saharan Africa: Focusing on Zimbabwe”.


• Talented author currently completing two books for publication: The African Crisis - Liberation of the State and Political & Economic Power in Contemporary Zimbabwe - Past Policies & Future Political & Economic Development.

 

 

international rescue committee, Dallas, TX |

Immigration Assistant/Intern

Assist and guide refugees, asylees, and victims of human trafficking with the application process for the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Communicate with diverse clientele in providing guidance and support in completing reunification petitions, green card and citizenship applications, applications for replacement of documents, and applications for travel documents.

• Developed and implemented mechanisms for effectively addressing the education, employment, and placement of refugees and asylees into the United States from all over the world.

 

africa legal, human, & civil rights center (alhcrc), Washington, DC |

Executive Vice President

Provided leadership and direction in the planning and execution of activities of national human rights advocates and organizations in Africa. Liaised with African human rights organizations in the identification of violations amongst African governments while acting as chief advisor on public policy issues. Advocate for African refugees, asylees, and victims of oppression or violent conflict and human trafficking. Assisted in the education and placement of immigrants.

 

musado enterprises pvt. ltd, Zimbabwe, Africa |

Director

Chief negotiator and client representative in both national and international venues while serving as human resources and communications consultant.

• Directed and managed the organization’s financial and budget activities to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase financial and operational efficiency.


• Identified and secured funding vital to the success of mining projects through fostering key relationships with client companies and relevant government agencies and departments.


• Ensured sound financial practices and policies with the negotiation of bank loans and related funding and with national banks and international financing institutions to support infrastructure initiatives throughout Zimbabwe.

 

zimbabwe national red cross society, Zimbabwe, Africa |

Secretary-General & CEO

Provide leadership, direction and coordination of the day-to-day operations in support of government programs throughout Zimbabwe. Direct responsibility for the managerial direction and leadership of 150 staff and 1.5+ million volunteers throughout Zimbabwe’s eight provinces. Financial accountability for supporting the mission’s objectives with the sound preparation and management of operating budgets and leading fundraising initiatives for national and international programs and projects. Ex-officio member and policy advisor to the National Board of Trustees.

·         Collaborated with national societies, government, and other national/international Red Cross and Red Crescent organizations in providing project support in building and strengthening community infrastructures, development of educational programs, and the placement of impoverished communities and disaster preparedness teams.

·         Oversaw large community-based development projects to support health and social services initiatives including spearheading the expansion of local fundraising and business development initiatives such as hospital kiosks, livestock rearing, grinding mills and bakeries, and primary health training.

·         Established a national branch for the African Institute of International Humanitarian law focused on the dissemination of information on humanitarian issues while promoting principles of unity, peace, and international cooperation.

                                                        

Zimbabwe Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Harare, Zimbabwe, Africa |

 Under Secretary

 

All Africa Students Union, Accra, Ghana |

Secretary-General

 

                                                  PH.D. Candidate     University of Texas at Dallas

Master of Public Affairs, University of Texas at Dallas

 

Master of Government & Politics, University of Ghana, Ghana

Bachelor of Education & Administration, University of Cape Coast, Ghana

 

Civic Responsibilities

 

Provincial Chairman & National Executive Council Member, Zimbabwe Human Rights Association 1

Provincial Chairman & Board Member, National Civic Education Program, Zimbabwe

Provincial Chairman & Board Member, National Constituent Assembly, Zimbabwe