Wilson Muyenzi

Experience

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  University of Rwanda (Formerly Kigali Institute of Science and Technology - KIST)

  Sept 2002 - Jul 2004

  Deputy Director, KIST ICT Center

  I held the position of Deputy Director at the ICT Center of the Kigali Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), which is currently known as the University of Rwanda's College of Science and Technology. In this role, I effectively supported the Director in managing the daily operations of the ICT Center, ensuring its smooth functioning. The ICT Center offered specialized training in short courses to both public and private sectors in Rwanda, while also providing valuable ICT consultancy services to clients from diverse industries. Show less

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  Rwanda Development Board (RDB)

  Jan 2008 - Dec 2010

  I led and oversaw the implementation of the eRwanda Project at the Rwanda Information Technology Authority (RITA – now known as RISA). This was a US$ 10 Million project that played a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of the Government of Rwanda's initial ICT plan (NICI 1) and e-Government strategy. It enhanced the efficiency and effectiveness of the internal processes of the Government’s service delivery systems through the introduction and use of digital technologies or ICTs. The project also helped provide rural populations of Rwanda especially in underserved areas with first time access to the Internet and ICTs in general. Show less

  • Project Manager, eRwanda Project

    Dec 2006 - Dec 2010

  • Project Manager - Regional Communications Infrastructure Project - Rwanda (Project Design Phase)

    Jan 2008 - Jan 2009
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  Rwanda TVET Board (formerly Workforce Development Authority)

  Aug 2011 - Jun 2017

  Project Manager - Rwanda Skills Development Project

  In my role as Project Manager for this World Bank-financed US$ 34.5 Million project in Rwanda, I provided leadership and oversight throughout the project's implementation spanning over 5 and a half years. This significant project supported the Government of Rwanda's skills development strategy by enhancing the capabilities of the local workforce through improved access to high-quality vocational training and employable skills.As the project head, I assumed a leadership role, overseeing its day-to-day operations and effectively managing a diverse range of critical activities as the project played a pivotal part in introducing and implementing competency-based training (CBT) methodologies throughout the country. This encompassed spearheading key initiatives such as competency-based curriculum development and assessment, infrastructure development including school construction and procuring state-of-the-art workshop equipment, comprehensive training programs for instructors in CBT methodologies, school management capacity development, and nurturing fruitful collaborations between industry stakeholders and the TVET institutions. Show less

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  East African Community Secretariat - 50 Million African Women Speak Networking Platform Project

  Dec 2017 - Mar 2020

  Project Coordinator

  As the Project Coordinator, I spearheaded the implementation of this innovative US$ 12.8 Million project financed by the African Development Bank, that aimed to empower women entrepreneurs across 38 African countries within the EAC, COMESA, and ECOWAS regions.At the core of the project was the development of a cutting-edge Digital Networking Platform, strategically designed to connect and support African women entrepreneurs. This platform served as a hub for providing essential information on both financial and non-financial services, empowering women in their businesses, trading activities, employment opportunities, and access to government tenders. Show less

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  The World Bank

  Dec 2019 - Dec 2022

  Senior Digital Development Specialist

  As a member of the Eastern and Southern Regional Digital Development Team, I played a crucial part in operationalizing the World Bank's Digital Economy for Africa (DE4A) Strategy across a number of countries including Rwanda, Comoros, Seychelles, Senegal, Mauritius, and Lesotho.I actively engaged in digital policy dialogue in said and contributed to shaping digital policies and strategies aimed at fostering economic growth and digital transformation across the region. I was a key member of various Task Teams that designed, prepared and delivered digital development operations in these countries through a number of different financing instruments of the World Bank. Moreover, I represented the World Bank in collaborative endeavors with regional organizations such as Smart Africa, and the African Union (AU). Show less

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  Freelance

  Dec 2022 - now

  Senior Consultant - Digital Development, Project Management, Skills Development/TVET

  With over 16+ years of experience leading complex projects funded by global development partners, I provide consulting services and expertise in digital development, project management, cybersecurity, and skills development. Proven success in fostering stakeholder collaboration and spearheading innovative digital and skills development/TVET initiatives for impactful socio-economic development.