Jamin M. Kusuania

Experience

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  Dominion College

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  Tutor

  Key Contributions:➲ Provided personalized and engaging one-on-one tutoring sessions to college students, resulting in an average grade improvement and enhanced subject comprehension.➲ Developed and implemented innovative study strategies and time management techniques, empowering students to become self-directed learners and achieve academic success.➲ Facilitated group tutoring sessions for challenging courses, fostering collaborative learning environments and promoting peer-to-peer knowledge exchange among students.➲ Mentored and supported students in developing effective study skills, note-taking methods, and exam preparation techniques, resulting in improved test scores and overall academic performance.➲ Monitored student progress and conducted regular assessments to identify areas of improvement, tailoring tutoring sessions to address individual learning needs and optimize academic outcomes. Show less

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  Zimele Asset Management Ltd

  Jul 2014 - Jul 2016

  Business Development Officer

  Key Contributions:➲ Designed and delivered comprehensive training programs for pension clients, equipping them with in-depth knowledge of investment strategies, risk management, and long-term wealth preservation. ➲ Achieved increase in new client acquisitions through proactive prospecting, networking, and relationship building strategies.➲ Successfully negotiated and closed deals in investment capital, contributing to the company's portfolio growth and revenue generation.➲ Developed customized investment solutions tailored to the specific needs and risk profiles of pension clients.➲ Built and maintained strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including financial institutions and industry influencers. Show less

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  International Rescue Committee

  Jul 2016 - Oct 2017

  Protection Mainstreaming Officer

  Key Contributions:➲ Developed innovative satisfaction tools that assessed the effectiveness of projects helped refine project initiatives, ensuring they align with the actual needs and aspirations of the beneficiaries.➲ Implemented robust accountability measures to address community concerns and enhance the overall quality and responsiveness of services provided to refugees.➲ Bolstered strategic partnerships with organizations such as UNHCR,DRS to spearhead advocacy programs while advocating for refugee protection and inclusion.➲ Conducted client exit interviews, gathering valuable feedback on program effectiveness and impact, informing continuous improvements in service delivery and protection measures.➲ Proactively conducted protection monitoring to assess the quality and appropriateness of services provided to beneficiaries, ensuring adherence to protection standards and identifying areas for improvement.➲ Empowered community leaders, refugees, and staff through targeted capacity building sessions, delivering trainings on safe programming principles, refugee rights, and other relevant topics, fostering understanding and active participation of beneficiaries.➲ Effectively implemented protection mainstreaming strategies to ensure equal access to all services for beneficiaries, incorporating gender and disability considerations to promote inclusivity and address specific needs.➲ Actively coordinated with relevant stakeholders, including protection working groups and GBV case management teams, facilitating referrals for comprehensive protection support. Show less

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  International Rescue Committee

  Feb 2018 - now

  Key Contributions:➲ Developing and implementing evidence-based advocacy strategies aligned with the IRC Country Advocacy Strategy and the SAP, ensuring that the voices of people affected by the crisis are informing both the advocacy strategy and programming decisions.➲ Disseminating high-quality advocacy and campaign materials, including briefs, advocacy reports, effectively communicating key messages and mobilizing support for identified advocacy interventions.➲ Identifying and documenting policy opportunities and challenges, working closely with program teams to optimize or address them, and advocating for policy change in alliance with Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), refugee-focused advocacy groups/activists, women, youth, refugee-led organizations, and partners.➲ Playing a key role in policy review and analysis, identifying policy gaps, understanding policy dynamics, and coordinating advocacy work within the Country Program and with partners to enhance policy change and awareness.➲ Representing Organisation in relevant advocacy and campaign forums, establishing strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including government actors, donors, UN agencies, international networks, alliances, working groups, and local NGOs, to advance advocacy priorities and influence policy decisions.➲ Identifying opportunities for campaigning and engaging stakeholders and the public on issues relevant to the Country Program, working closely with communication teams to increase the visibility of IRC's advocacy and campaigns internally and externally. Show less Key Contributions:➲ Advocated for social and economic inclusion of refugees by actively engaging policy makers at national and county levels.➲ Served as a co-convener of the National Refugee Cluster on Universal Periodic Review, driving collaborative efforts among stakeholders to ensure the effective implementation of recommendations and advocacy for refugee rights.➲ Played a pivotal role in the national policy task force that implemented the Refugee Act of 2021, shaping comprehensive legal frameworks to protect the rights and dignity of refugees.➲ Liaised with organizations such as UNHCR, ILO, IOM, and IGZ to spearhead advocacy programs while advocating for refugee protection and inclusion.➲ Spearheaded the integration of refugee perspectives into County Integrated Development Plans (CIDPs) to ensure their meaningful participation and inclusion.➲ Conducted comprehensive reviews and executed meticulous analysis of legal instruments and policy evaluations, providing invaluable insights for advancing refugee rights and well-being.➲ Collaborated with civil society organizations and refugee agencies to forge inclusive refugee policies and practices.➲ Actively participated and contributed expertise within working groups, including REDSS, livelihood working groups, and community-based protection, to drive effective decision-making and amplify the voices of refugees. Show less Key Contributions:➲ Conducted impactful community outreaches, promoting information sharing and advocating for refugee inclusion; effectively raising awareness and garnering support for refugee rights and social-economic inclusion.➲ Successfully raised awareness on refugee rights and enhanced social and economic inclusion through targeted awareness campaigns and community engagement initiatives.➲ Provided comprehensive protection counseling and facilitated referrals for refugees, ensuring their access to essential support services and resources.➲ Delivered highly effective capacity building sessions to state and non-state actors, empowering them with knowledge on humanitarian principles, human trafficking, rights, and protection mainstreaming.➲ Actively represented the organization in inter-agency community-based protection activities, fostering strong partnerships with civil society organizations and stakeholders to strengthen protection initiatives and advocate for refugee rights.➲ Offered crucial legal advice to refugees, guiding them through the complex procedures of applying for refugee documentation and assisting them in meeting legal requirements for their status.➲ Collaborated with local and international media stations to create awareness on refugee rights, garnering attention from relevant agencies and amplifying the voice of refugees. Show less

  • Senior Advocacy Manager

    Jun 2023 - now

  • Advocacy Manager

    Mar 2021 - Jun 2023

  • Protection Officer-Urban Refugee program

    Feb 2018 - Mar 2021