Patrick AHISKAIYE

Deputy Executive Director

CONTACT INFORMATION

Email: ad40r8@r.postjobfree.com

Phone: +250-*********

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-ahishakiye-mba- 4b4202220/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AHPatrick05 WORK EXPERIENCE

I. Deputy Executive Director at Citizen Voice and Actions (CVA) January 2019 - Present (5 years)

Patrick Ahishakiye is a seasoned professional with five years of experience in civil society, currently serving as the Deputy Executive Director at Citizen Voice and Actions (CVA). He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Rwanda and is currently pursuing a Master's degree at UNILAK, with an expected graduation in December of this year.

In my role at CVA, Patrick has demonstrated exceptional leadership and management skills, overseeing various projects funded by esteemed organizations such as the National Endowment for Democracy from Washington, Plan International Rwanda, the US Embassy in Rwanda, and the Global Democracy Coalition. Through my strategic guidance, these projects have made significant impacts in areas such as youth participation, gender equality, and governance.

Patrick's dedication to professional development is evident through my active participation in training sessions and summits focused on CVA's core areas of interest. continue learning and skill enhancement have enabled me to effectively support initiatives aimed at promoting youth participation, advocating for gender equality, and strengthening governance structures. With my wealth of experience, academic background, and commitment to driving positive change in society, Patrick Ahishakiye is a valuable asset to the civil society sector in Rwanda, contributing significantly to the advancement of democratic principles, social justice, and inclusive development

Responsibilities in my currently role :

Strategic Planning: Collaborated with the Executive Director to develop and implement organizational strategic plans and goals.

Leadership: Provided leadership and guidance to various departments, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and objectives.

Operational Oversight: Managed day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in processes, budget management, resource allocation, and performance monitoring.

Staff Management: Supervised and supported staff members, overseeing their professional development through hiring, training, and performance evaluations.

Policy Development: Contributed to the development and implementation of organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Fundraising and Financial Management: Assisted in fundraising efforts, grant applications, and financial management to ensure the organization's sustainability.

Stakeholder Relations: Built and maintained relationships with donors, partners, board members, and government agencies.

Advocacy and Public Relations: Promoted the organization's mission and work through public relations, media outreach, and advocacy efforts.

Project Management: Oversaw specific projects or initiatives, ensuring successful and timely completion.

Strategic Partnerships: Identified and established strategic partnerships to advance organizational goals.

Risk Management: Assessed and mitigated risks affecting the organization's reputation, operations, or financial stability. II. Executive Secretary, Gatsibo District (Ministry of Local Government), 2019- 2020

Administrative Leadership: Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the district office, ensuring efficient administrative functioning.

Policy Implementation: Implementing policies and directives from the Ministry of Local Government at the district level, ensuring compliance with national regulations and guidelines.

Local Governance: Facilitating and coordinating local governance structures within the district, including local councils and committees.

Resource Management: Managing district resources effectively, including finances, human resources, and infrastructure, to meet the needs of the local population.

Service Delivery: Ensuring the delivery of essential public services to residents of the district, such as education, healthcare, sanitation, and infrastructure development.

Community Engagement: Engaging with local communities to understand their needs and concerns, and representing their interests in district decision- making processes. Coordination with Stakeholders: Collaborating with other government agencies, NGOs, and community-based organizations to address local development challenges and promote sustainable growth.

Reporting and Documentation: Providing regular reports to higher authorities within the Ministry of Local Government, documenting activities, challenges, and achievements within the district.

Conflict Resolution: Addressing conflicts and disputes within the district, mediating between different stakeholders to find amicable solutions.

Capacity Building: Identifying training needs within the district administration and organizing capacity-building programs for staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.

Emergency Response: Coordinating emergency response efforts within the district during natural disasters, public health emergencies, or other crises.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitoring the progress of development projects and programs within the district, evaluating their impact on the local community, and making necessary adjustments for improvement.

Promotion of Good Governance: Promoting transparency, accountability, and good governance practices within the district administration.

Representational Duties: Representing the district in meetings, conferences, and other events, both at the local and national levels, as required.

RELEVANT SKILLS

Managing staff performance and providing feedback, goal-setting, and training. Coordinating with departments for effective program implementation.

Communicating with donors and soliciting donations.

Developing and updating administrative procedures.

Digital skills: Social media marketing, email marketing, performance measurement. Sustainable development knowledge.

EDUCATION

Masters of Economic Sciences and Management, Major in Business Administration, Project Management at University of Lay Adventists of Kigali, 2023

Bachelor of Business Administration, Major in Finance at University of Rwanda, 2017-2020

WORK, trainings AND CERTIFICATES

Code of Conduct & Safeguarding and PSHEA(5Ps model):17th to 19th April 2023 by plan international Rwanda

Volunteer, Citizen Voice and Actions, 2017-2018

Executive Secretary, Gatsibo District (Ministry of Local Government), 2019-2020 Awardee: Chartered Institute of Security and Investment Certificate, London, 2019 Digital Skills Certificate, Google Engineer, 2019

Sustainable Development Certificate, 2020

Certificate of Debate Trainee, Imbuto Foundation, Aspire Debate Rwanda, GHDF Rwanda, 2016

DIGITAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)

Google Forms

Google Engineer Certified

PERSONAL SKILLS

Coordinating

Planning

Staffing

Organizing

Controlling

Management

Reference

1. Buchanan Ismael, PhD

Postdoctoral Research Fellow in AI and Senior Lecturer / Science Diplomacy Email: ad40r8@r.postjobfree.com

Telephone: +250-***-***-***

NSANGANWA Dodos Director of Administration and Finance at Kiziguro Hospital Email: ad40r8@r.postjobfree.com

Telephone : +250-***-***-***

HAKUZIMANA Samuel Founder and Executive Director at Citizen voice and actions Email: ad40r8@r.postjobfree.com

Telephone: +25-078*******

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