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Amsterdam, Nh, Nl

Netherlands

In my role as a Consultant Proposal Manager for the Resource Mobilization Unit at the International Potato Center (CIP), I have been responsible for writing and managing a diverse range of project proposals. My work extends across various regions including Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.I have supported proposal development for an array of international donors, such as the World Bank, Irish Aid, the European Union (EU), Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ)… Show more In my role as a Consultant Proposal Manager for the Resource Mobilization Unit at the International Potato Center (CIP), I have been responsible for writing and managing a diverse range of project proposals. My work extends across various regions including Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.I have supported proposal development for an array of international donors, such as the World Bank, Irish Aid, the European Union (EU), Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), Global Centre on Biodiversity for Climate (GCBC-FCDO), Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA-USAID), and The Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Current and Emerging Threats to Crops (FTF-USAID).Other notable collaborations include proposals submitted to the Global Crop Diversity Trust (GCDT), Global Agriculture and Food Security Program (GAFSP), Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Kampala (ENK), Swiss Development Cooperation (SDC), the Nanmo Partnership (a joint initiative by BMGF and Qatar) and the International Climate Initiative (IKI). Show less

Lilongwe Malawi

Oversaw a $5M Annual Project Portfolio: Projects funded by USAID, Irish Aid, UKAID, GIZ, EU, and African Development Bank, covering genetic conservation, breeding, seed systems, agronomy, post-harvest handling, and policy support.Donor & Partner Relations: Represented CIP in engagements with donors, government agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners, building robust relationships that supported long-term project success.Resource Mobilization: Developed and implemented… Show more Oversaw a $5M Annual Project Portfolio: Projects funded by USAID, Irish Aid, UKAID, GIZ, EU, and African Development Bank, covering genetic conservation, breeding, seed systems, agronomy, post-harvest handling, and policy support.Donor & Partner Relations: Represented CIP in engagements with donors, government agencies, NGOs, and private sector partners, building robust relationships that supported long-term project success.Resource Mobilization: Developed and implemented country strategies, securing $12.4M in funding from GIZ and EU through proposals for high-impact agricultural projects.Multi-Center Collaboration: Coordinated efforts across 8 CGIAR centers (CIP, CIAT, CIMMYT, ICRISAT, IITA, ICRAF, IFPRI, WorldFish) on integrated R&D initiatives focused on climate resilience, sustainable resource management, and crop diversification.Team Leadership: Managed a multidisciplinary team of 35, including scientists, research associates, and support staff, ensuring high performance and alignment with CIP’s institutional policies.Key Projects Managed:USAID-funded Feed the Future Malawi: Established a resilient sweet potato seed system reaching 56,000+ households with resources in agronomy, nutrition, and market linkages ($5M).GIZ/EU-funded KULIMA Program: Led a multi-center project enhancing productivity for 400,000 farm households through Farmer Field Schools in collaboration with GIZ, FAO, and national partners ($5.5M).EU-funded DeSIRA Program: Led proposal development and early implementation, strengthening climate resilience and productivity in Malawi’s agri-food systems in partnership with 8 CGIAR and 2 European institutions ($6.9M). Show less

'S-Hertogenbosch

Curriculum Development: Designed and delivered courses in sustainable crop production, horticulture, business plan formulation, and international business development, equipping students with industry-relevant knowledge.Student Supervision & Mentorship: Guided students through hands-on projects and internships, ensuring they gained real-world experience with companies across the agri-food sector.

Lilongwe, Malawi

Business Development: Developed and implemented a strategic business plan to establish Agri-Solutions Limited, a company specializing in certified soybean seed production.Operational Management: Managed all aspects of business operations, including licensing, financial accounting, and compliance with employment regulations, creating a productive and legally compliant work environment.Human Resources & Team Building: Oversaw HR operations, fostering a collaborative and efficient… Show more Business Development: Developed and implemented a strategic business plan to establish Agri-Solutions Limited, a company specializing in certified soybean seed production.Operational Management: Managed all aspects of business operations, including licensing, financial accounting, and compliance with employment regulations, creating a productive and legally compliant work environment.Human Resources & Team Building: Oversaw HR operations, fostering a collaborative and efficient team dynamic while ensuring adherence to local employment standards.Navigating Regulatory Landscapes: Built expertise in tax regulations and legal frameworks necessary for operating a limited company in Malawi, effectively overcoming challenges unique to a developing country context. Show less

Project Leadership: Led the USAID-funded Maize-Legume Systems Intensification project (SIMLEZA) in Eastern Zambia, overseeing all aspects of project management and implementation to improve smallholder farming systems.Multi-Stakeholder Innovation: Established and managed Innovation Platforms at community and district levels, facilitating workshops that fostered collaboration and knowledge exchange among local stakeholders.Agronomic Research & Trials: Designed and conducted… Show more Project Leadership: Led the USAID-funded Maize-Legume Systems Intensification project (SIMLEZA) in Eastern Zambia, overseeing all aspects of project management and implementation to improve smallholder farming systems.Multi-Stakeholder Innovation: Established and managed Innovation Platforms at community and district levels, facilitating workshops that fostered collaboration and knowledge exchange among local stakeholders.Agronomic Research & Trials: Designed and conducted participatory agronomic trials, focusing on soybean, cowpea, and legume-maize rotations, achieving measurable agricultural advancements in Zambia and Malawi.Partnership Coordination: Organized field days, shared research outcomes, managed project finances, and provided supervision and mentorship to project staff and students, ensuring alignment with project goals and stakeholder expectations. Show less

A part-time position in weekends and full-time in holidays working in three shifts. Receiving visitors, telephone communication, controlling traffic and weighing bridge, data entry, setting alarms during security rounds, acting in case of emergencies.

Doctor Of Philosophy - Phd, Participatory Approaches To Diversification And Intensification Of Crop Production In Malawi.

Master Of Science (Msc), Plant Sciences

Activities and Societies: Ichthus Wageningen Student Association WSKOV: Wageningen Student Orchestra

Bachelor Of Science (Bsc), International Land And Water Management

Propedeutical (First Year Of A Bsc Completed), Biology, General