Mweene Chibbonta

Experience

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  Southern Water and Sewerage Company

  Sept 2014 - Oct 2014

  Community Relations Assistant

  Supported the community mobilisation advisor in coordinating outreach efforts by identifying new communities to engage with on the new project. Participated in door-to-door community mapping exercises to identify households that did not have appropriate sanitation facilities and engaged them in the project. Coordinated logistics for all community events to ensure event materials were available, and participants received sufficient training from facilitators.

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  VSO

  Jan 2016 - Jan 2018

  Developed a robust alumni volunteer program, training returned volunteers for advocacy and lobbying activities. Designed curriculum syllabus and materials for effective social change in communities. Supported the design and implementation of a project concept for the Integrated Youth Empowerment Project (IYEP) in Serenje District, Zambia. Supported the development of relationships with primary and secondary project stakeholders including project line ministries, the district council, business associations and other organisations working with youths in the district to foster collaboration and partnership. Supported efforts to recruit 20-30 new national youth volunteers for volunteer cycles every three months. Created office monthly administration expense reports and budgets, ensuring availability of funds and supplies in the country office for continued smooth operation.

  • Alumni Volunteer Engagement Officer

    Aug 2017 - Jan 2018

  • Youth Programming Officer

    Aug 2016 - Jul 2017

  • Programs and Administration Assistant

    Jan 2016 - Jul 2016
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  Living Water International

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  Programs (Personal) Assistant- PPA

  Owned the development of country office administration systems and the implementation of global policies and procedures, supported the development and implementation of country office annual operational plans and budgets and provided support to the Country Director and program managers to ensure project targets were met within the stipulated time frame with project delivery adhering to donor requirements.

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  Global Health Corps

  Dec 2018 - Oct 2019

  Zambia Program and Operations Senior Associate

  Supported day-to-day operations, recruitment, and training of national and international fellows. Implemented office management systems, security protocols, and ensured compliance.

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  Living Water International

  Nov 2019 - Jan 2021

  Program Officer

  Led grant acquisition efforts for Living Water International Zambia, building strategic connections with donors globally. Provided guidance on effective fundraising strategies, fostering partnerships with multi/bi-lateral donors, foundations, and NGOs.

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  Global Health Corps

  Jan 2021 - Dec 2022

  Coordinated the program and operational aspects of the Global Health Corps Zambia country program. Led the recruiting and onboarding of both local and international fellows. Planned and executed events for public involvement, professional growth, and knowledge exchange to encourage and back the leadership growth of the Global Health Corps alumni community in Zambia. Served as the primary contact for communication within the country team by assisting in design and branding efforts, conveying key messages for country-level activities, and supporting fellows and alumni in contributing to GHC’s online publication, AMPLIFY. Show less

  • Zambia Program and Operations Senior Coordinator

    Aug 2022 - Dec 2022

  • Zambia Program and Operations Coordinator

    Jan 2021 - Jul 2022
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  Global Give Back Circle

  Jan 2022 - Dec 2022

  Mentor- Global Give Back Circle- (A Mastercard Foundation Funded Project)

  Global Give Back Circle, in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, operates The Baobab Platform Mentorship Program for female scholars in Africa. This non-profit initiative pairs college and recent graduate women from elite schools worldwide with experienced mentors in fields like business, science, technology, and medicine.Contributed to the empowerment of young African women through mentorship. Guided mentees in leadership development, career exploration, networking, and philanthropy. Show less

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  Centre for Sport and Human Rights

  Dec 2022 - now

  • Operations and Governance Manager

    Jun 2024 - now

  • Operations Coordinator

    Dec 2022 - May 2024