Nyasha Marize

Led the implementation of the Saving lives and Livelihoods project Spearheaded training of 192 volunteer trainers in 4 districts Conducted training for 20 community influencers Collaborated with Ministry of Health and Childcare District Health Executive Produced project activity reports

Successfully led the implementation of Saving lives and Livelihoods (SLL) project, a public health project which focused on Risk Communication and Community Engagement pillar in covid 19 vaccination across the Midlands Province for both rural and urban communities.

• Spearheaded the implementation of the Saving Lives and Livelihoods (SLL) project, focusing on Risk Communication and Community Engagement for COVID-19 vaccination across Midlands Province. • Trained 192 volunteer trainers in 4 districts to lead COVID-19 Risk Communication and Community Engagement. • Trained 20 community influencers from diverse backgrounds on Risk Communication and Community Engagement. • Collaborated with the Ministry of Health and Childcare District Health Executive to plan, monitor, and evaluate risk communication and community engagement activities, promoting youth engagement and disability inclusion. • Produced project activity reports according to the reporting schedule or as needed. • Managed project budget, ensuring timely and effective utilization of resources • Developed and implemented project work plans, monitoring progress and adjusting strategies to meet project objectives. • Coordinated with stakeholders, including community leaders, local authorities, and partner organizations, to ensure project success. • Conducted regular budget reviews and forecasts to ensure alignment with project objectives. • Identified and mitigated project risks, developing contingency plans to address potential challenges. Achievements: • Selected as the Zimbabwe Red Cross Society representative in the Saving Lives and Livelihoods Community of Practice Southern Africa (Community of Practice Representative). • Successfully engaged and promoted COVID-19 vaccination acceptance among Apostolic Church members.

Oversaw supervision of an urban social assistance programme Designed project work plans Implemented baseline surveys Supported complementary urban resilience initiatives Prepared progress reports Hosted donor missions’ visits

Oversaw the overall supervision of an urban social assistance programme that was pioneered and implemented in Harare with the objectives of Improving food security and nutritional status of vulnerable community members in urban areas through cash-based transfers, Improving livelihood options and resilience at household and community level

Oversaw monitoring and evaluation of the Lean Season Assistance project Coordinated data collection and analysis Supervised food distribution Managed beneficiary database Conducted post-distribution monitoring

Facilitated beneficiary registration Provided monitoring and evaluation using SCOPE database Developed case studies and success stories Provided technical support for data collection Produced various reports

Monitored and evaluated nutrition programs Spearheaded integration of nutrition in other health services Assessed nutrition gaps and developed strategies Developed education material for nutrition issues Capacitated district and ward nurses

• Monitored and evaluated nutrition programs such as the implementation of Integrated Management of Malnutrition (IMAM), Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF), and growth monitoring. • Spearheaded integration of nutrition in other health services including but not limited to HIV/AIDS, WASH • Assessed nutrition gaps within the communities and developed relevant strategies and activities that addressed issues of diet and nutrition within the community. • Developed education material and communication strategies addressing nutrition issues.
• Capacitated district and ward nurses through facilitating training on nutrition including but not limited to child growth monitoring, IYCF, IMAM training. • Led and coordinated Surveys such as Bindura Lot Quality Assurance • Pioneered implementation the care group model in the district and established care groups within the Communities

Managed onsite feeding programs Coordinated food service operations Provided administrative support

Supported clinical nutrition services Promoted optimal nutrition practices