SPENCER TAGWIREYI

[email protected] (+263) 777487323 Nyevedzanai Primary School, P. Bag 509, Chivi

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated and results-oriented professional with a strong commitment to resource development and donor engagement. Experienced in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation, with proven skills in stakeholder engagement and community mobilization. Adept at conducting research, drafting proposals, and facilitating participatory processes. Passionate about contributing to social and economic development initiatives that align with organizational goals.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Project Field Officer
01/2025 - 07/2025
CARE International in Zimbabwe-ECHO
Facilitated emergency food security interventions, creating safe spaces for community dialogue and engagement
Designed and delivered training modules focused on gender-responsive practices and nutrition education, emphasizing the importance of inclusive participation
Registered 2205 households against a project target of 2200, achieving full coverage
Verified applicant eligibility using standard tools; validation conducted via household visits
Issued food vouchers; achieved a full redemption rate
Investigated and resolved 11 cases of voucher misuse, reporting zero losses to the system
Developed and maintained relationships with stakeholders, including local authorities and community leaders, to foster collaboration
Delivered community nutrition messaging (eg., breast feeding, dietary diversity) and build capacity pf health staff and community workers on screening and RUTF protocols
Conducted sensitization campaigns on GBV risks, rights, and services while training local groups (eg., community cadres, orange doors) to identify and report cases
Assisted in writing the ECHO-Crisis Modifier project proposal, contributing to successful funding applications
Compiled and submitted 6 narrative reports, 2 quarterly reports, and 3 financial summaries to headquarters
Project Field Officer – START4GIRLS
05/2023 - 09/2024
CARE International in Zimbabwe
Program Development and Planning
Analysed project proposals and developed Individual Operating Plans (IOPs) that align with Annual Operating Plans (AOPs), ensuring strategic coherence and effective resource allocation
Designed and implemented gender-sensitive capacity-building initiatives for school committees and community structures, enhancing their ability to address issues related to gender equality and child rights
Developed frameworks for Guidance and Counselling (G&C) and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) projects, facilitating a comprehensive approach to community resilience and support
Produced detailed activity and periodic reports, ensuring accurate and timely documentation of project progress, outcomes, and stakeholder engagement
Identified and analysed opportunities for partnerships and collaboration through landscape mapping, strengthening community networks and enhancing program impact
Implementation of Gender Activities
Conducted and supported gender trainings for the project, working closely with other project field staff
Compiled and submitted monthly reports with analysed data at district level
Ensured gender is adequately integrated in monthly and quarterly project reports
Contributed the gender aspect into quarterly and annual report writing processes in liaison with the Gender Specialist
Participated and supported the Gender Analysis processes for the START4GIRLS project
Participated and contributes to the Gender Action Plan and Strategy development processes
Supported the process of Information, Education and Communication materials development on gender for the project
Participated as a team member for the Zimbabwe Gender Equality and Education Technical Working Group (Care Zimbabwe)
Provided Technical support in the preparation of Education Sector reviews and education sector analysis
Stakeholder Coordination
Prepared and shared monthly and weekly progress reports with line ministries, community leadership and education sector partners
Developed and maintained district and cluster stakeholder database
Maintained positive relationships with implementing partners, including Organisations of Persons with Disabilities) through organising regular update meetings, conducting programmatic monitoring visits and review and approval of programme reports
Maintained active engagements with government ministries (gender, education, health, social development) and other education sector partners through conducting regular coordination meetings
Participated in joint monitoring programmes with MoPSE, MWACSMED, MYDEVT and DSD
Innovation, Knowledge Management and Capacity Building
Conducted gap assessments and developed targeted capacity-building initiatives to enhance technical skills and operational processes, ensuring stakeholders are equipped with necessary competencies
Facilitated workshops on advocacy strategy and analysis, equipping participants with innovative tools and approaches to influence policy and drive systemic change
Implemented gender-sensitive capacity building activities, training school committees, SAA facilitators, Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLA) groups, and community structures to promote resilience and agency
Promoted learning and knowledge sharing among project staff through organizing monitoring and evaluation (M&E) workshops and learning sessions, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adaptive management
Monitoring and Evaluation
Supported process monitoring of gender activities and provides constant feedback to Specialists
Identified emerging issues in training results and implementation and follows up on agreed deliverables
Provided inputs into the learning agenda by assisting with the identification and documentation of case studies and most significant change stories
Conducted research to identify funding opportunities and developed proposals to secure financial support for initiatives
Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning Assistant– START4GIRLS
04/2022 - 05/2023
CARE International in Zimbabwe
Conducted qualitative and quantitative research to assess community needs related to gender and education
Assisted in the analysis of data, providing summaries and insights to inform program design and implementation
Supported the logistics and organization of field visits, ensuring effective data collection and participant engagement
Collaborated with project teams to develop training content and materials based on research findings and community feedback, ensuring relevance and effectiveness
Facilitated over 40 verification and spot-check visits ensuring protocol compliance
Monitored distribution of 5,100 school study packs, 98 income generating projects start-up kits, achieving full accountability
Supported the preparation of progress reports and documentation for donor-funded projects, ensuring alignment with outcome indicators
Supported planning and tracking of activity-based budgets for 3 programme components (Gender, Education, and Women Economic Empowerment)
Implemented ethical research practices, ensuring informed consent and confidentiality of participant information
Facilitated knowledge-sharing sessions to disseminate best practices and promote collective learning among stakeholders
ENUMERATOR
03/2021 - 04/2021
World Vision
Collected field data and facilitated distribution of food commodities under the Gokwe North In-Kind Food Assistance Programme
ENUMERATOR
11/2020 - 02/2021
CARE International
Supported DFSA STREAM data collection for food security monitoring in Buhera
PROJECT ASSISTANT
03/2019 - 12/2019
Christian Care, Mutare
Delivered child protection and post-disaster education interventions under the Cyclone Idai response programme in Mutare District
Organised and supervised 14 school-based food distributions across 2 districts
Trained 60 Village Health Workers and 10 School Health Clubs in PHHE sessions
Prepared and submitted 10 monthly activity and distribution reports

EDUCATION

MA in Development Studies
01/2025
Great Zimbabwe University
BA Honours in Development Studies
01/2017
Midlands State University
Certificate in Humanitarian Emergencies and Disaster Management Operations
01/2023
Midlands State University
Postgraduate Diploma in Project Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
01/2022
Great Zimbabwe University

SKILLS

CERTIFICATIONS

Clean Class 2 Driver’s License