Kathrine Manase
HARARE
Summary
Kathy possesses strong program management and coordination capabilities, including expertise in managing NGO networks, monitoring funds, and drafting policies. Research, analysis, and information management skills enable Kathy to investigate humanitarian issues, communicate findings effectively, and facilitate stakeholder engagements. With a track record in capacity building and training, stakeholder engagement, proposal writing, and fundraising, Kathy further demonstrates the ability to support the development of local NGOs. Complemented by efficient administrative and office management skills, as well as adaptability and commitment to professional development, Kathy contributes extensively to humanitarian initiatives.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Humanitariann Information Facilitation Centre
08.2018 - Current
- As the Director of the Humanitarian Information Facilitation Centre (HIFC), responsible for providing strategic leadership and vision to drive the organization's mission of addressing complex humanitarian issues. In this role, I am responsible for developing long-term plans and policies to position HIFC at the forefront of the humanitarian sector , while also identifying emerging trends and opportunities that could enhance the organization's impact.
Overseeing the day-to-day operations and management of HIFC, I ensure the effective utilization of human, financial, and other resources, while also establishing governance structures and procedures to guide the organization. Building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, such as donors, partners, and government entities, has been crucial in securing funding, developing joint initiatives, and influencing policy decisions that align with HIFC's humanitarian objectives.
As the public face of the organization, I serve as an advocate for important humanitarian causes, leveraging my expertise and thought leadership to contribute to the broader discourse through research, analysis, and knowledge-sharing especially with the media. Additionally, I oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of HIFC's humanitarian programs, ensuring they are aligned with the organization's mission and responsive to the needs of the communities we serve.
Lastly, as a visionary leader, I inspire and develop a high-performing, motivated team, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and accountability within HIFC. Through our strategic vision, organizational management skills, and commitment to advocacy and capacity building, I play a pivotal role in advancing HIFC's humanitarian initiatives and amplifying its impact in the civic space.
Programme Coordinator
Humanitarian Information Facilitation Centre
06.2012 - 07.2015
- Research into humanitarian issues and policy analysis is crucial, and I ensured that information is disseminated effectively to journalists, partners, and policymakers through community stakeholder meetings, policy briefings, and media publications. Enhanced communication within the team by organizing regular meetings and promoting open dialogue. Building and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally, is a top priority to foster increased collaboration opportunities. Prepared and submitted detailed reports on assignments and ongoing investigations. Facilitated capacity building and training for over 15 community-based organizations on media communication and report writing is a critical aspect of the work. Assisted in all fundraising efforts.
Programme Coordinator
NGO Food Security Network (FOSENET)
01.2007 - 01.2012
- As chief operating officer of FOSENET reporting directly to the Board, I was responsible for co-ordinating the day to day operations of FOSENET; this includes: monitoring and controlling the use of funds and servicing the network members as well as sourcing and promoting funding for FOSENET
- Other tasks included reviewing and drafting relevant policies for programmes and administration for approval to the Board
- I was also responsible for identifying opportunities for intervention, writing proposals for submission to potential funding partners, meeting with donors and stakeholders and representing the Organisation at key meetings
Programme Assistant
NGO Food Security Network (FOSENET)
01.2006 - 01.2007
- In this position I was assisting both the Programmes department as well as the Administration
- Major administrative tasks included assisting with research activities, attending donor and stakeholder meetings, compiling monthly monitoring reports, policy briefs, donor reports and position papers
- In the Programmes I assisted the Programme Officer undertake Monitoring and Evaluation activities, and running the projects
- Major success under this position was securing funding and successfully implementing research projects on food security using the Household Vulnerability Index (HVI) for the first time in Zimbabwe
- FOSENET also held and continues to hold capacity building projects for local NGOS which I assisted in designing and implementing
Programme Assistant
NGO Food Security Network (FOSENET)
01.2003 - 01.2005
- I joined the Organisation at its inception in 2003 and was instrumental in the setting up and running of the administration department
- Major tasks included general reception and administration tasks of filing, typing, handling petty cash, procurements, taking minutes and first entry bookkeeping
- As the Organisation was still small and growing I also assisted quite a lot in the programmes department under the Child Supplementary Feeding Programme with proposal writing, attending and organizing meetings with implementing partners, stakeholders and funding partners
- I wrote a proposal that received funding for Agricultural Recovery and I was then promoted to the position of Programmes and Administration Assistant
Personal assistant to the President and Founder
EL-SHADDAI MINISTRIES INTERNTAIONAL
01.2002 - 01.2002
- El-Shaddai Ministries is a Christian organization that works with families especially women to empower then to develop spiritually and economically
- In the year that I worked there I was responsible for designing training programes for women and girls in communities (training in baking, sewing, jam making, candle making, and bible study) coordinating community outreaches and liaising with international partners of Organizational programmes and carrying out personal assistant duties such as office management
Junior Consultant
CONTACT Human Resources Employment Agency and Consultancy
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Contact Human Resources is an indigenous employment agency run by two colleagues Mr Mujuru and Mr Changamire
- I joined as a Junior Consultant responsible for placing clients and maintaining relations with companies with which we had placements
- My major accomplishment in the year that I was there: was successfully placing regional jobs in an environment that was stable and earning the company foreign currency
Junior Consultant
K-Resources Employment Agency and Management Consultants
01.1997 - 01.1999
- K-Resources was a wholly indigenous employment agency run by Dr Sy Kasambira Jr
- I joined as Receptionist/ secretary and after six months was asked to train on the job as a Junior Consultant
- My key result areas were conducting preliminary interviews and screening potential clients, seeking business as well as maintaining customer relations
- I also assisted in some of the training programmes and market surveys that were conducted for clients
- In 1998 the first ever directory of Management Consultants was produced by K-Resources and I was part of that team
Front Office Receptionist
Bronte the Garden Hotel
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Joined the hotel as Front Office Receptionist and my main duties included making and receiving visitors, making and receiving local and international calls and handling customer queries
- After a year of employment I was promoted to Office Assistant where I assisted the Duty Manager in making bookings, banking and general administration and housekeeping tasks
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in Systemic Counselling
CONNECT INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMIC COUNSELLING
HarareAssociate of Arts - Diploma in Theology
Hope Bible College
USA09.2023
No Degree - Public Health Intermediate Level Certificate
Harare Institute of Public Health
Harare 07.2022
No Degree - Sign Language
Zimbabwe Open University
Harare 2018
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Management and Entrepreneurial Developments Studies – Women’s University in Africa
Women's University in Africa
Harare2010
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in Marketing And Sales
London Chamber of Commerce And Industry
HarareSkills
- Communications Strategy Development; Research and analysis,
- Project formulation, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation; training; Strategic planning;
- Workshop organizing, facilitation and rapporteur
- People Management
- Verbal and written communication
Main Interest Areas
Media and Information, Food security, Women’s Rights and Development; Human Rights; Public health
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 03/06/75
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
- Marital Status: Married with four children
References
- Mr Martin Mugova ,077726854, email: mmugova@gmail.com
- Mr Itai Rusike, Director - Community working Group on Health (CWGH), 114 Mc Chlery Ave, Eastlea, Harare, 0772363991, itai@cwgh.co.zw
- Dr Reneth Mano, Acting Country Director - International Relief and Development (IRD), 70 The Chase, Harare, 0773056440, trmano@gmail.com
Timeline
Director
Humanitariann Information Facilitation Centre
08.2018 - Current
Programme Coordinator
Humanitarian Information Facilitation Centre
06.2012 - 07.2015
Programme Coordinator
NGO Food Security Network (FOSENET)
01.2007 - 01.2012
Programme Assistant
NGO Food Security Network (FOSENET)
01.2006 - 01.2007
Programme Assistant
NGO Food Security Network (FOSENET)
01.2003 - 01.2005
Personal assistant to the President and Founder
EL-SHADDAI MINISTRIES INTERNTAIONAL
01.2002 - 01.2002
Junior Consultant
CONTACT Human Resources Employment Agency and Consultancy
01.2001 - 01.2002
Junior Consultant
K-Resources Employment Agency and Management Consultants
01.1997 - 01.1999
Front Office Receptionist
Bronte the Garden Hotel
01.1995 - 01.1997
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in Systemic Counselling
CONNECT INSTITUTE OF SYSTEMIC COUNSELLING
Associate of Arts - Diploma in Theology
Hope Bible College
No Degree - Public Health Intermediate Level Certificate
Harare Institute of Public Health
No Degree - Sign Language
Zimbabwe Open University
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Management and Entrepreneurial Developments Studies – Women’s University in Africa
Women's University in Africa
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma in Marketing And Sales
London Chamber of Commerce And Industry
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