Dr. Agnes Mwela Musonda
Amstelveen,NH
Summary
An experienced consultant with over 20 years of professional experience of which thirteen has been in research, project management, community engagement and stakeholder management. Highly motivated and compassionate professional with extensive experience in Africa and Europe offering exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. Has a thorough understanding of gender-transformation and disabilities-inclusion. Has a thorough understanding of governance and board engagements, has sharp analytical skills, excellent group facilitation skills, excellent stakeholder relationships management skills, organized, collaborative is able to manage and work within multicultural teams and settings. A seasoned manger, leader, strategist, communicator and problem solver with a proven track record of delivering high-quality written communications, reports and documents. Has working experience with international Non Governmental Organizations that include WHO, UNICEF and UNHCR
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant
Médecins Sans Frontières International
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Reviewed APH framework to assess its project implementation transformative nature and increased project funding by 20%
- Prioritized projects and project tasks depending upon key milestones and deadline dates increased project efficiency by 10%
- Communicated with APH Executive team to understand their perspective, needs and addressing their concern's
- Developed inception reports including work plan, methodology, time frame
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions for various projects.
- Facilitated online meetings with key stakeholders to identify pain points, establish goals, and define actionable steps for achieving desired outcomes.
- Implemented data-driven approaches for assessing project success, continuously refining processes based on insights gained over time.
- Evaluated existing business processes, recommending improvements that led to increased operational efficiency.
- Prepared different written communications, reports and documents
- Provided expert guidance on change management initiatives, leading to successful organizational transformations.
- Built strong relationships with APH executives and board members through consistent communication and proactive problem-solving efforts.
- Presented findings and recommendations to executive-level stakeholders, effectively communicating key insights and action plans.
- Presented project scopes to employees and executives, proposing timelines, budgets and specifications.
Senior Consultant - President Board of Directors
Médecins Sans Frontières, Southern Africa
05.2017 - 06.2021
- Managed 8 countries within Southern Africa, international coordination, resource planning, sectional budget development, and implementation
- Conducted thorough market analyses, identifying growth opportunities and informing strategic decision-making.
- Presented findings and recommendations to executive-level stakeholders, effectively communicating key insights and action plans.
- Provided expert guidance on change management initiatives, leading to successful organizational transformations.
- Optimized resource allocation by analyzing project requirements thoroughly and assigning appropriate personnel.
- Implemented data-driven approaches for assessing project success, continuously refining processes based on insights gained over time.
- Determined areas for improvement and implemented processes to alleviate problems.
- Identified new revenue ideas and opportunities within existing markets.
- Assessed needs for projects and made proposals to senior executives.
- Prepared presentations to explain revisions, enhancements and process improvements of organization's systems and programs.
- Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term organizational objectives.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
- Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
Consultant - Zambia Steps Survey
World Health Organization, WHO
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Developed innovative recruitment strategies of field investigators, a total of 52 field investigators were recruited.
- Facilitated training workshops with key stakeholder and field investigators to gain consensus on priorities and approaches for conducting the NCD Steps survey
- Collaborated with 10 cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for the survey
- Coordinated data collection, analysis and interpretation
- Coordinated final report writing ensuring that key stakeholders WHO Country Representative, and Minister of Health are included
- Coordinated the publication, launch and dissemination of the NCD Steps survey report
Consultant
Zambia Agency For Persons With Disabilities
03.2016 - 03.2016
- Reviewed information communication materials on Cervical Cancer for disability inclusiveness
- Assisted clients in navigating complex health promotion messaging challenges with strategic recommendations.
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
- Identified areas of improvement for clients'' operations, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.
- Streamlined internal processes to enhance team efficiency and improve overall project outcomes by 10%
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Conducted thorough market research and analysis, providing valuable insights for client decision making.
Education
Ph.D. - Business Management
University of Zambia
Lusaka, ZambiaMBA - Business Management
University of Lusaka
Lusaka, ZambiaBachelor of Science - Development Studies
Zambia Open University
Lusaka, ZambiaAssociate of Applied Science - Clinical Medicine
Chainama College of Health Sciences
Lusaka, ZambiaSkills
- Consulting
- Performance Benchmarking
- Scalability planning
- Project Management
- Project Documentation
- Corporate Governance
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Integrity and Honesty
- Report writing
- Interactive and interpersonal communication skills
Timeline
Senior Consultant
Médecins Sans Frontières International
07.2023 - 10.2023
Consultant - Zambia Steps Survey
World Health Organization, WHO
07.2017 - 09.2017
Senior Consultant - President Board of Directors
Médecins Sans Frontières, Southern Africa
05.2017 - 06.2021
Consultant
Zambia Agency For Persons With Disabilities
03.2016 - 03.2016
Ph.D. - Business Management
University of Zambia
MBA - Business Management
University of Lusaka
Bachelor of Science - Development Studies
Zambia Open University
Associate of Applied Science - Clinical Medicine
Chainama College of Health Sciences
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