MTHULISI JABEDU
Worksop
Summary
Accomplished professional specializing in project implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Proficient in data collection, analysis, and community engagement, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and environmental safeguards. Technical skills include MS Office, SPSS, Kobo Toolbox, QGIS, and data visualization tools. Recognized for effective problem-solving and leadership in high-pressure situations, with a commitment to advancing sustainable development initiatives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Research and Service Development Project
EDAN Lincs (Domestic Abuse Support Service)
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
2026.02 - 2026.04
- Conducted research into how to effectively engage young people with information about healthy relationships.
- Developed a working model with practical recommendations to support service improvement.
- Identified opportunities to increase inclusivity across refuge and outreach programmes.
- Provided insight into digital engagement, contributing to EDAN Lincs’ decision to explore an app version of their website.
- Highlighted the value of real-life personal stories as an effective resource for young people.
- Produced ideas and considerations that EDAN Lincs will incorporate into future service development.
Project Assistant: Volunteer
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Zimbabwe Gender Justice Desk
Harare
2023.04 - 2025.08
- Assisted in gender justice desk meetings and training workshops.
- Attended strategic planning meetings and capacity-building workshops to support programme alignment and knowledge-sharing.
- Contributed to drafting funding proposals for gender equity and community development initiatives by adhering to donor requirements and logical frameworks.
- Compiled activity and progress reports documenting outcomes, challenges, and recommendations for stakeholders and funders.
- Conducted field visits and supported monitoring and evaluation efforts by tracking project indicators and collecting data.
- Facilitated awareness sessions and training workshops on sexual and reproductive health and rights, engaging community members in discussions on gender equality and rights awareness.
- Promoted effective communication among team members for enhanced productivity.
- Created comprehensive project plans to meet deadlines efficiently.
- Improved stakeholder relationships with consistent and clear correspondence.
Project Team Leader
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Zimbabwe / Lutheran World Federation
Harare
2023.06 - 2023.11
- Assisted in submission of successful youth climate justice project proposal to the Lutheran World Federation through Evangelical Lutheran Church in Zimbabwe.
- Supported funding acquisition by aligning project objectives with global youth-led climate action goals.
- Developed detailed project plans to guide execution and monitoring processes effectively.
- Led a diverse team for successful completion of assigned projects.
- Managed risk assessments with proactive planning and mitigation strategies.
- Facilitated community impact demonstrations and sustainability assessments for project viability.
- Coordinated with stakeholders during all project phases to meet expectations and timelines.
- Ensured projects were delivered within agreed timeframe by setting realistic milestones and deadlines.
- Delivered comprehensive reports for clear understanding of the project status amongst stakeholder groups.
Project Officer (Intern)
Lutheran Development Services
Chiredzi
2021.09 - 2023.01
- Supported project design and implementation for rural development initiatives to enhance livelihoods and promote climate-smart agriculture.
- Ensured programmes addressed community needs and aligned with SDGs and organisational strategies.
- Identified risks related to operations, environment, social factors, and safeguarding to enhance project delivery; contributed to risk mitigation measures and early-warning strategies.
- Conducted baseline studies and ongoing monitoring to inform project management decisions.
- Maintained open communications with all stakeholders.
- Met deadlines for projects by developing effective strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
University of Lincoln
Lincoln 2025.09 -
Special Honours - Monitoring and Evaluation
Lupane State University
Lupane 2024.02 - 2025.01
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies
Midlands State University
Zimbabwe 2016.08 - 2020.07
Skills
- Project implementation and coordination
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Proposal and report writing
- Data collection and analysis
- Capacity building and community engagement
- Stakeholder engagement
- Gender and social inclusion
- Environmental safeguards and climate resilience
- Technical proficiency in MS Office, SPSS, Kobo Toolbox, QGIS, data visualization and design tools
LANGUAGE
English (Fluent – Written & Oral)
Shona (Fluent – Written & Oral)
Shangani (Basic – Oral)
REFEREES
- Emma Parker, EmParker@lincoln.ac.uk, Project Coordinator; Careers & Employability Planning and Corporate Strategy University of Lincoln
- Ann Canter, +447484019137, Senior Manager; Outreach Engagement Team Manager; Lincolnshire Domestic Abuse Specialist Service (LDASS)
- U, Gwate, ugwate@lutherandevelopmentservices.org.zw, +263772403448, Lutheran Development Services (LDS)
- Elena, Cedillo, Elena.Cedillo@lutheranworld.org; Lutheran World Federation (LWF)
Timeline
Research and Service Development Project
EDAN Lincs (Domestic Abuse Support Service)
2026.02 - 2026.04
Master of Science - Project Management
University of Lincoln
2025.09 -
Special Honours - Monitoring and Evaluation
Lupane State University
2024.02 - 2025.01
Project Team Leader
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Zimbabwe / Lutheran World Federation
2023.06 - 2023.11
Project Assistant: Volunteer
Evangelical Lutheran Church in Zimbabwe Gender Justice Desk
2023.04 - 2025.08
Project Officer (Intern)
Lutheran Development Services
2021.09 - 2023.01
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies
Midlands State University
2016.08 - 2020.07