Lucia Gwasira
Mount Rainier,MD
Summary
Professional with strong background in professional development, adept at fostering growth and enhancing skills. Skilled in project management, curriculum design, and workshop facilitation, with strong focus on collaboration and achieving measurable outcomes. Adaptable and reliable, consistently meeting organizational goals and supporting team success.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Development Coordinator
Catholic University of America
08.2025 - Current
- Plan and execute professional development events for MPP students, including workshops, panels, and networking sessions.
- Coordinate with faculty, alumni, and external partners to deliver high-value programming.
- Support student engagement through inclusive outreach and calendar planning across campus and the DMV area.
- Liaise with program leadership to align events with academic and career goals.
- Public Policy Program
Research Assistant
Center for Impact Evaluation and Research Design (CFIERD)
01.2022 - 07.2025
- Supported UNICEF-funded initiatives focused on youth equity in underserved communities.
- Coordinated field teams to ensure inclusive and ethical data collection.
- Conducted procurement research for bids and tenders aligned with social impact goals.
- Refined program frameworks and synthesized findings into client-ready reports
Program facilitator (volunteer)
Amor Zimbabwe trust
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Led digital advocacy campaigns addressing gender-based violence and disability rights.
- Designed inclusive programming to uplift marginalized groups.
- Partnered with stakeholders to mobilize resources for orphanage support.
Lecturer
Don Bosco College
02.2013 - 08.2022
- Cultivated a safe, structured learning environment for diverse student populations.
- Delivered curriculum in development studies and civic engagement.
- Provided academic and personal guidance to students navigating life challenges.
Education
Master of Public Policy - Advanced Policy Analysis
Catholic University of America
05-2027
B.Sc. - Development Studies
Zimbabwe Open University
01-2022
Skills
- Program Evaluation
- Technical Writing
- Impact Assessment
- Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Event coordination
- Resource Management
- Risk Assessment
- Data Management
- Report Development
- Optimization Modeling
Certification
Mastering Grant Writing with Alison Academy
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Youth Development Programs
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being
- Volunteering
Timeline
Professional Development Coordinator
Catholic University of America
08.2025 - Current
Research Assistant
Center for Impact Evaluation and Research Design (CFIERD)
01.2022 - 07.2025
Program facilitator (volunteer)
Amor Zimbabwe trust
08.2020 - 09.2022
Lecturer
Don Bosco College
02.2013 - 08.2022
B.Sc. - Development Studies
Zimbabwe Open University
Master of Public Policy - Advanced Policy Analysis
Catholic University of America