Project Control Officer - 15+ Years in PM & Coordination

CURRICULUM VITAE

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Names: Patricie MWAMBARANGWE

Place of birth: Rwanda- Northern Province

Date of birth: 1972

Sex: Female

Nationality: Rwandese

E-mail: *.***********@*****.***

Skype:mwambarangwepatricie

Tel: +250-*********

EDUCATION

− Masters of Business Administration (Project Management option) from Mount Kenya University 2011-2013, graduation held on 09 October 2020

− Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (Human Resources Management option) at UR-CBE, former Kigali Institute of Sciences Technology and Management (KIST), 2000-2004;

− A level in Economics, Groupe Scolaire Janja., 1998-1999

− Secondary education S1 to S5 at College Economique de Muramba, 1988-1994 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Part-time Lecturer of Marketing course (MKT 227) at INES-Ruhengeri, December 2023 to date

− Designed and taught undergraduate, Level II marketing courses

− Engaged students in cases studies, marketing strategies and marketing communication dynamics.

Local Project Coordinator, September 2009-December 2024 (over 15 years), Germany Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR) Rwanda.

Project: BGR-ICGLR Regional Certification Mechanism for Minerals in Rwanda:

− Presented project activities to and managed communication with national stakeholders.

− Performed all human resources related services for local staff including but not limited to: Preparation of payroll, taxes declaration (PAYE, PENSION, MEDICAL, MATERNITY and CBHI), participate in developing policies and standards for human resources management, advise the employer on employee recruitment, performance evaluation and elaborate guidelines to ensure capacity building of local staff.

− Contributed to conceptual, strategic, and monitoring works in terms of project development.

− Managed project accounts in order to cover expenses for salaries of local staff, management of events, office and travelling, including book-keeping, management of procurement contracts, etc.

− Networked with stakeholders (national and regional authorities, private sector, and civil society) in order to facilitate efficient and up-to-date communication and information exchange with all stakeholders directly and indirectly affected by the project.

− Provided counsel to the employer for interactions with these stakeholders where required.

− Prepared, coordinated of meetings and events taking place in Kigali, Rwanda, or other places in east Africa.

− Acted as BGR’s Gender Equality focal point in the Rwandan mining industry;

− Participated in the development of gender equality policy for the mining industry;

Director of Human Resources and Support services Unit at Burera District, September 2006 - March 2008.

− Coordinated the development of district policies and standards for effective human resources development’

− Coordinated the planning and budgeting, resource mobilization, activity implementation and activity performance reporting of the Unit, supervise all staff therein and act as custodian of knowledge management practices within the district;

− Coordinated the recruitment process of the district personnel and maintain an updated organizational structure, job description, job classification, Salary Structure and Personnel Management;

− Supervised all aspects of contract administration, logistics and proper management of assets of district;

− Served as a member of the district Technical Coordination Committee and advised the institution on any matter pertaining to human resources, administration and logistics management.

Executive Secretary of Sector, Burera District from January to September 2006 and from March to October 2008

- Headed the Sector and oversaw the daily management of sector operations to achieve its strategic goals;

- Supervised sector staff and ensured effective teamwork and performance;

- Implemented Government programs related to inclusive education, security, social welfare and good governance;

- Supervised civil and marriage registration activities within the sector;

- Executed sector council’s decisions and district directives;

- Monitored the implementation of sector master plan and other related activities;

- Ensured the financial integrity of the sector including budgeting and financial plans;

Procurement Officer, February-August 2009 at Rwanda Geology and Mines Authority

(OGMR).

− Acted as secretary of tender committee and ensured effective, management of tendering process;

− Prepared all annual plans for purchase of equipment, services and supplies

− Initiated and prepared all tendering documents and maintain all related records

− Initiated contract negotiations and ensure that approved purchases are cost efficient and of high quality

− Maintained good relationship with suppliers with transparency and accountability

− ATTENDED INTERNATIONAL SEMINARS AND WORKSHOPS

− Regional Share fair on Gender Equality in Extractive Industry: Building on Good practices, UN Women, Nairobi-Kenya, 13-15 October 2015;

− Advanced Methodological workshop on gender for small and Artisanal mining in East and Central Africa, Kampala-Uganda, by PAC and Carleton University, 29 June to 03 July 2015;

− Exchange and discuss preliminary research results on gender dynamics, and women’s roles, in artisanal and small-scale mining in Africa, Addis-Ababa-Ethiopia by UN Women and IMPACT/PAC, 2015, 3 days

− Capacity development for aid effectiveness, Bad Honnef, Germany by GIZ. 20-22 November 2013;

− Project Management & Impact assessment, Bad Honnef, Germany by GIZ, 11-15 November 2013

− Sustainable Development in Mineral Industry, Vancouver-Canada, University of British Columbia, 12-15 July 2015;

− Conciliation and mediation of conflict, Bujumbura-Burundi by International Labor Organization (ILO), 10-13 September 2007

− International norms of labour, Kigali-Rwanda, by International Labor Organization

(ILO), April 2007

RESEARCHES AND CONSULTANCY EXPERIENCES

1. Research on” Promoting Gender Equality in the Rwandan ASM: efforts and obstacles. https://doi.org/10.1080/00083968.2019.1671884

2. Research on Socio- economic factors and Women Participation in mining Projects, academic thesis. https://www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/JEDS/article/view/54292 3. Research data collection on “Women in artisanal and small-scale Mining in Central Africa: Empowerment challenges and possibilities”,2015-2017, contracted by Carleton University and IMPACT (former Partnership Africa Canada/PAC), Canada 4. Elaborated several business plans for mining projects, contracted by Business Improvement Service Ltd, 2013-2017,

5. Conducted several Social and Environmental Impact Studies for Mining Projects in Rwanda

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

1. Human Resources Management

• HR Strategy & Policy Implementation: Led human resource operations at Bilateral technical project (BGR-RMB) and district level, including recruitment and salary structures

• Performance Management: Coordinated and supervised employee evaluation processes and legal compliance.

• Payroll & Tax Administration: extended experience in preparing payroll and managing statutory deductions (PAYE and RSSB).

• Training & Capacity Development: Supported institutional capacity building plans. 2. Project Management & Strategic Coordination

• Program Design & Implementation: Designed and coordinated long-term, donor- funded projects (e.g., BGR-ICGLR RCM for Minerals, over 15 years).

• Strategic Planning: Competent in contributing to conceptual and strategic development of projects.

• Results-Based Management: Used logical frameworks, set targets, and ensured delivery of measurable outcomes.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Engaged national, regional authorities, private sector and civil society in the ICGLR regional Certification Mechanism project in Rwanda;

• Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E): Participated in monitoring and evaluation practices for project results and outcomes.

3. Financial & Administrative Management

• Budgeting & Financial Oversight: have managed donor and project accounts, salary disbursement, and event costs for over 15 years

• Bookkeeping & Compliance: Strong command of financial recordkeeping, and compliance with donor procedures;

• Procurement management: Skilled in preparing tender documents, evaluating bids, ensuring cost efficiency and transparency, negotiating and managing contracts;

• Event & Logistics Coordination: Managed logistics for high-level meetings, site visits, and workshops funded by international donors. 4. Academic & Communication Skills

• University-Level Instruction: Lecturing in Marketing and engaging students in business strategy, market segmentation, branding, and communication.

• Report Writing: Produced technical reports, academic publications, and strategic policy documents.

• Multilingual Communication: Proficiency in English, French and Kinyarwanda

(native).

5. Computer Literacy

Ability to use Wod, Excel, Power Point and Access. 6. Soft Skills & Leadership

• Leadership & Supervision: Supervised teams across sectors and district including, District ‘s human Resources, Research (focus group discussion) and field implementation.

• Negotiation & Mediation: Experienced in resolving supplier disputes, HR grievances, and aligning multi-stakeholder interests.

• Integrity & Accountability: Strongly rooted in public service ethics and transparent procurement and governance processes.

• Adaptability & Innovation: Able to manage change and innovate across government, development, and academic contexts.

LANGUAGES

Kinyarwanda (Native)

English (fluency in speaking, reading and writing) French (Fluency in reading and writing and very good in speaking) REFEREES

1. Dr. -Ing. Jürgen Vasters:

Recent work supervisor at BGR

BGR-ICGLR Technical Advisor

Email: *******.*******@***.**;

Mobile: +491**********

2. Dr. NIYIBIZI Francois Xavier

Head of Department at INES Ruhengeri

Email:********.******@****.**.**

Tel: +250*********

3. Immaculée Nyiramahirwe

Audit Manager at Office of Auditor General

Former classmate at university

Email: ********@*****.**

Mobile: +250-*********

Done on 20

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February, 2026

Mwambarangwe Patricie

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