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Josiah Murambiwa

Senior Advocay and Programs Manager

Phone: +263774524147

  • Location:
  • Masvingo, Zimbabwe
  • Sector:
  • Community Outreach and Advocacy
  • Profile Created:
  • 2 weeks ago

About me

Josiah Murambiwa is a passionate child rights advocate with over four years of experience in project management, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement. His career has been dedicated to addressing critical issues such as child trafficking, labor, and gender-based violence. Currently serving as a Project Officer at the Coalition Against Child Labor in Zimbabwe, Josiah has led impactful initiatives that promote child safety and safeguarding in various capacities.

Josiah’s academic background in Risk Management and Insurance from the National University of Science and Technology, Zimbabwe, complements his practical skills in designing tools, conducting training, and coordinating events. His expertise lies in addressing gender norms, masculinities, and child protection, particularly in digital and online spaces.

Josiah is highly skilled in research, policy development, and drafting comprehensive reports for stakeholders, including donors. He is adept at collaborating with international teams, balancing multiple priorities, and communicating effectively to achieve shared goals.

A fluent English speaker and a native Shona speaker, Josiah also possesses basic knowledge of Finnish. His commitment to safeguarding and human rights, coupled with his ability to translate complex concepts into actionable strategies, makes him a valuable asset in advancing ECPAT International’s mission to create gender-sensitive child safety policies in online gaming environments.

Skills

Education

Experience

  • Coalition Against Child Labor in Zimbabwe 2024 - Present

    Advocacy and Project Officer

    Engaged stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution. - Developed and disseminated advocacy materials. - Conducted awareness-raising and capacity-building activities for children. - Strengthened community-managed protection mechanisms to safeguard children’s rights.

  • Terre des Hommes Germany (Dec 2021 – Dec 2024) 2021 - 2024

    Children Advisory Committee Coordinator

    Facilitated the formation of child advisory committees across Zimbabwe. - Led child-led advocacy initiatives and regional campaigns. - Organized awareness campaigns to combat child labor. - Built the capacity of trade unions and communities on children’s rights.

  • Cane Growers Transporters and Logistics 2019 - 2020

    Risk Management Specialist

    Communicated and implemented risk policies and processes. - Conducted risk identification, analysis, and control measures.

  • Coalition Against Child Labor in Zimbabwe 2017 - 2019

    Volunteer (Child Rights Defender

    Conducted fieldwork through community feeding schemes. - Assisted during crisis and emergency response efforts. - Carried out surveys and research on child labor.

Expertise

Child Rights and Safeguarding
Project Management and Coordination
Research, Advocacy, and Stakeholder Engagement
Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy
Gender-Sensitive Child Protection
Event Coordination and Capacity Building

Languages

English
Proficient

Honors & awards

  • Humanitarian Award 2023

    Humanitarian Award

    I got this award for my efforts in addressing child labor, trafficking, and safeguarding in your community.

  • Innovation in Child Protection Award 2024

    Innovation in Child Protection Award

    For introducing innovative tools, strategies, or programs in my advocacy work (livelihood projects to support child laborers)

  • District Leadership Excellence Award 2024

    District Leadership Excellence Award

    For my role in coordinating projects and engaging stakeholders effectively. Excellence in Risk Management, For using my skills in risk management to mitigate threats to child safety.

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