Accomplished environmental and education Scientist with a Master of Science in Social Ecology and a Bachelor of Biological Sciences and Geography majors. Extensive experience in research, project management, and education, with a proven track record in coordinating and implementing activities related to natural resource management and climate change. Skilled in budgeting, fundraising, and maintaining stakeholder relationships. Demonstrated ability to develop and manage projects, prepare detailed reports, and contribute to organizational goals.
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Bessie Fadzai Madziwa
Forensic Scientist
Harare
Summary
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Department of Forensic Science Services
Forensic Scientist
2015.03 - Current (9 years & 6 months)
Job overview
- Sample Collection, Preservation & Testing, Providing Expert testimony on Court Proceedings, Reconstruction & Explaining Events, Maintaining & Testing Equipment, Data Capturing, Inventory Management
Ministry of Education Sports and Culture, Masomo Secondary School
High School Teacher (Integrated Science and Biology)
2014.01 - 2015.03 (1 year & 2 months)
Job overview
- Developing teaching aid and materials, Planning lessons as per the grade levels, Explaining science concepts and principles to the students in a comprehensible manner, Overseeing the science laboratory activities, Maintaining examination grades and attendance
Zvishavane Water Project
Programs Coordinator
2011.02 - 2013.12 (2 years & 10 months)
Job overview
- Coordinating, planning, budgeting and fundraising, Co-ordinate the implementation and monitoring of all ZWP activities, Co-ordinate the preparation and submission of reports of the BOT, donor partners and other relevant stakeholders, Initiate and develop ZWP linkages with the local, national, international organizations
UNDP – UNOPS- Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEFSGP)
UNVolunteer
2010.05 - 2011.01 (8 months)
Job overview
- Preparing project proposals for Grant awards by the GEF-SGP Board, Assisting the Project manager/Director in development and amendment of application forms and other management tools, Maintaining working level contacts with NGOs, Governmental institutions, Donors and other stakeholders, Creating and maintaining project database and stakeholder database, Maintain and update the organization website and global database, Participating in events for information sharing and dissemination, Compiling reports to the UNV Head Office
Education
University of Zimbabwe
Masters of Science from Social Ecology
01.2009
University Overview
University of Zimbabwe
Bachelor of Science from Biological Sciences and Geography
01.2006
University Overview
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Evidence collection documentation
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Questioned Document Examination
- Policy briefs production
- Excellent drafting, reporting writing and analytical skills
- Analytical and problem solving skills
- Exceptional communication skills
- Day to day office management, including financial reporting
References
References
Mr. S Gozho, Principal Forensic Scientist, swgozho@gmail.com, +263 771860487
Prof. P. H Mugabe, University of Zimbabwe , phmugabe@yahoo.com, +263712406946
Timeline
Forensic Scientist
Department of Forensic Science Services
2015.03 - Current (9 years & 6 months)
High School Teacher (Integrated Science and Biology)
Ministry of Education Sports and Culture, Masomo Secondary School
2014.01 - 2015.03 (1 year & 2 months)
Programs Coordinator
Zvishavane Water Project
2011.02 - 2013.12 (2 years & 10 months)
UNVolunteer
UNDP – UNOPS- Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme (GEFSGP)
2010.05 - 2011.01 (8 months)
University of Zimbabwe
Masters of Science from Social Ecology
University of Zimbabwe
Bachelor of Science from Biological Sciences and Geography
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