Desmond Jaricha
Project Management
Edmonton,AB
Summary
- Over 10 years of experience in Administration, Research and Project Management.
- Strong background in Stakeholder management and Client relations.
- Proven skills in conceptualization, writing and analysis.
- Demonstrated ability in critical thinking, problem solving and leadership.
- Professional communication skills include fluency in English.
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
- Graduate of a Master of Social Sciences.
- Computer skills include: - MS Office, internet and email, STATA, GanttPro, Microsoft Projects 2019, SPSS
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Regional Cooperation Desk Officer
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Harare, Zimbabwe
03.2021 - 08.2022
· Performed the function of National Focal point for the Southern African Development Community (SADC) on regional economic cooperation initiatives, and coordinated with sector focal points on regional programmes and projects.
· Conducted research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of over 5 regional projects and programmes.
· Lobbied for the successful appointment of 4 Zimbabwean nationals to leadership positions in regional organizations and bodies.
· Employed strong communication skills with stakeholders (government departments, consultants, donor organizations, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and International Cooperating Partners (ICPS)).
Projects and Programmes Officer
Ministry of Defence and War Veterans Affairs
Harare, Zimbabwe
04.2016 - 02.2021
· Led the conceptualization, analysis, planning, implementation, monitoring, reporting and evaluation of over 10 projects and programmes.
· Provided project technical support to provincial and district field teams.
· Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders in implementation of projects.
Educational Technologies Teaching Assistant
Centre for Higher Education, Research, Teaching & Learning (CHERTL)
Makhanda, South Africa
01.2011 - 12.2013
· Researched and recommended o suitable educational technology and software for purchase by the University
· Installed and taught the use of educational technology and software to Lecturers and students.
Education
Master of Social Science - Sociology
Rhodes University
South Africa 01.2011 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Social Science With Honours - International Development Studies
Rhodes University
South Africa 01.2010 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Social Science - Economic And Industrial Sociology
Rhodes University
South Africa 02.2007 - 12.2009
Skills
Conceptualization
undefinedAffiliations
Project Management Institute (PMI)
Membership No: PMH2370
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Timeline
Regional Cooperation Desk Officer
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
03.2021 - 08.2022
Project Management Professional (PMP)
03-2020
Projects and Programmes Officer
Ministry of Defence and War Veterans Affairs
04.2016 - 02.2021
Educational Technologies Teaching Assistant
Centre for Higher Education, Research, Teaching & Learning (CHERTL)
01.2011 - 12.2013
Master of Social Science - Sociology
Rhodes University
01.2011 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Social Science With Honours - International Development Studies
Rhodes University
01.2010 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Social Science - Economic And Industrial Sociology
Rhodes University
02.2007 - 12.2009
Volunteering, Basketball, Travelling
Zimbabwe RedCross Society, Harare, Zimbabwe (2015 – 2016)
Hobbies
Volunteering
Basketball
Travelling
Similar Profiles
Portia Camille Chairuka Nee MurwiraPortia Camille Chairuka Nee Murwira
ICT Technician at Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International TradeICT Technician at Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
Shamiso Vivian PinduraShamiso Vivian Pindura
Office Assistant at Ministry Of Foreign Affairs And International TradeOffice Assistant at Ministry Of Foreign Affairs And International Trade
Nashita RamkissoonNashita Ramkissoon
Diplomat at Ministry Of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration And International TradeDiplomat at Ministry Of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration And International Trade