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MAARIFA prides itself on assembling skilled researchers, trainers, and subject matter experts for every assignment. Our 'team-facilitated' approach ensures clients benefit from diverse perspectives during training sessions. Below, we present a list of our esteemed experts, whose qualifications and experience guarantee exceptional outcomes

Richard Shukia (Ph.D.)
Highly qualified Lecturer specializing in Child Psychology, Early Childhood Education, and Early Literacy and Numeracy Development

Prof. Jaquiline Amani (Ph.D.)
Distinguished scholar holding a Ph.D. in Education, serves as a Senior Lecturer at Mkwawa University College of Education.

Kitila Mkumbo (Ph.D.)
Member of Parliament for the Ubungo constituency and a Minister for Planning and Investment

Jumanne Said Gomera (Ph.D.)
Lecturer, Consultant, Researcher, and Policy Analyst at the Institute of Social Work, Kijitonyama Campus, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Dr Joseph Pesambili (Ph.D.)
Senior Lecturer in the School of Education at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM), Tanzania.

Wiston Andrew Mogha
Administrative Manager at Maarifa Research and Training Associates Limited.

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr Richard Yesaya Shukia

Lecturer in Psychology and Early Childhood Development, Care and Education, and Literacy Development, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Sex: Male
Date of Birth: April, 1973
Nationality: Tanzanian
Marital Status: Married
Religion: Christian
Permanent Address: P.O Box 35048, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Contact Address: School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Mobile: +255 717 90 72 88
E-mail: richardshukia@gmail.com

ACADEMIC PREPARATION

2014

PhD Dissertation: Teaching and Learning to Read in Pre-Primary Classes in Tanzania: Teachers Beliefs and Instructional Practices
Institution: Linnaeus University, Sweden

2007

M.A. (Applied Social Psychology)
Dissertation: Relationship between Self-Esteem and Intention to Use Condoms among Female Adolescents in Secondary Schools in Tanzania
Courses: Early Childhood Development and Learning, Research Methodology, Advanced Social Psychology etc.
Institution: University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

2005

Bachelor of Education (Psychology)
Concentrations: Social Psychology and Counselling, Child Development and Learning, Early Childhood Education, and Adolescents
Institution: University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

2001

Diploma in Education
Institution: Mpwapwa Teachers' College

1995

Certificate in Teacher Education
Institution: Mpwapwa Teachers' College

RESEARCH PROJECTS/CONSULTANCY EXPERIENCES

Title: Undertaking Research and Evaluation for Tanzania Teacher Continuous Professional Development in 26 Pilot Local Government Authorities in Tanzania
Role: Lead Researcher
Client: Ministry of Education Science and Technology, President Office Regional Government Authorities, World Bank

Title: Scaling a Youth-Led Support and Mentorship Programme to Improve Quality of Education for Marginalised Girls in Tanzania Zambia and Zimbabwe
Role: Regional Consultant: Overseer of the research conduct: designing research, tools development, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis and report writing
Client: CAMFED - Tanzania

Title: Assessment of Life Skills and Values in East Africa
Role: Consultant: Overseer of the research conduct, tools development, enumerators training, data collection and analysis and report writing
Client: Milele Foundation Zanzibar

Title: Implementation Research on the Satellite and INSET Models for Improved Equitable Access and Quality Early Learning in Tanzania
Role: Lead Consultant: Overseer of the research conduct: designing research, tools development, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis and report writing
Client: UNICEF, Dar es Salaam Office

Title: Needs Assessment on Current State of Comprehensive Sexuality Education for Young Persons with Disabilities in Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar
Role: Country Consultant: Overseer of the research conduct: designing research, tools development, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis and report writing
Client: UNESCO, Dar es Salaam Office

Title: Access to Pre-Primary for Children with Disabilities in Tanzania, HakiElimu
Role: Researcher: designing research, tools development, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis and report writing

Title: Baseline Assessment of Integrated School Readiness Programme, Dodoma Region
Client: Children in Crossfire
Role: Lead Researcher: designing research, tools development, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis and report writing

Title: Research in Improving Systems of Education, Tanzania Country Research Team
Role: Researcher: designing research, tools development, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis and report writing

Title: UNESCO - Global Learning XPRIZE Project for the Promotion of Early Learning and Social-Emotional competencies through Innovative Technologies in Tanzania
Role: Lead reseacher, design research methodology, oversee data collection, analysis and report writing, recruit and train researchers and research assistants

Title: Early Learning and Development Systems Diagnostic in Tanzania
Client: Research Triangle International - RTI
Role: Researcher: designing research, tools development, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis and report writing

Title: Baseline Assessment of Integrated School Readiness Programme, Mwanza and Morogoro Regions
Client: Children in Crossfire
Role: Lead Researcher: designing research, tools development, quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis and report writing

Title: National Assessment Framework for Assessing Children's Literacy and Numeracy in Tanzania
Client: Ministry of Education Science and Technology - Tanzania
Role: Technical Adviser: Designing the project, mapping out early literacy and numeracy competencies, developing framework

Title: The Impact of the Implementation of Fee-Free Education Policy on Basic Education in Tanzania
Client: HakiElimu
Role: Researcher: Research design, questionnaire development, data analysis and report writing

Title: Evaluation of Readership Programme in Kongwa and Bagamoyo – August – September 2016
Client: Pestalozzi Children's Foundation
Role: Researcher: designing research, development of tools, data collection and analysis, and report writing

Title: Are Our Children Learning (literacy and Numeracy?) Uwezo Tanzania Learning Assessment Report
Organiser: Uwezo Tanzania
Role: Quantitative data analysis and report writing

Title: Evaluation of TUSEME Project in Tanzania
Client: UNICEF
Role: Principal Researcher – Design, data collection, quantitative analysis and report writing

Title: Qualitative Assessment on Reaching and Working with Strong Cultured, Nomadic and Gatherers Communities for Acceptance of NTD Drugs in Hanang, Kiteto, Longido, and Ngorongoro Districts in Tanzania: A Step-by-Step Guide
Client: Inter-church Medical Association Tanzania
Role: Team Leader. This was a qualitative assessment. I was involved from designing the research design to writing the report

Title: Are Our Children Learning? Uwezo Tanzania Learning Assessment Report
Client: Uwezo Tanzania
Role: Quantitative data analysis and report writing

Title: Addressing sexual health and reproductive health of female youth working in informal sector (SRH) status-Arusha, Kilimanjaro, and Tanga regions
Client: German Foundation for World Population / Deutsche Stiftung Weltbevölkerung (DSW) through Centre for Sexual and Reproductive Health, Dar es Salaam
Role: This was a mid-term project evaluation. I collected data using questionnaires, interviews, group discussions and observational checklists. I was involved in data analysis and report writing.

Title: Situational analysis of HIV/AIDS at the University of Dar es Salaam: HIV /AIDS Knowledge, Attitudes and Related Behaviours Survey
Client: HIV/AIDS Technical AIDS Sub-CommittteeUniversity of Dar es Salaam
Role: I was involved in data collection, analysis and report writing. Development of questionnaire, data analysis and report writing

Title: Relationship between Self-Esteem and Intention to Use Condom among Female Adolescents in Secondary Schools in Tanzania, Masters Thesis, University of Dar es Salaam

POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH SUPERVISION

Candidate	Dissertation/Thesis Title	Status
Mkombozi Lupembe, MA, University of Dar es Salaam	Promoting Kiswahili Pre-Reading Skills among Pre-Primary Children in Njombe Rural District, Tanzania: Teachers' Views and Instructional Practices	Completed
Diana Masebo, MA, University of Dar es Salaam, 2016	Perceptions of Secondary School Teachers Towards Teaching Profession and their Effects on Teaching Practices in Mbeya City Council	Completed
Mwasharifa Ismail Muhijeu, MA, University of Dar es Salaam, 2016	Teachers' Pedagogical Content Knowledge in Enhancing Pre- Primary School Children's Learning of Numeracy Skills in Mkuranga District, Tanzania	Completed
Fidel Dassan, PhD, University of Dar es Salaam	Primary School Teachers' Professional Suitability for the Teaching Profession in Tanzania	Completed
Innocent Nasson Messo, PhD, University of Dar es Salaam	Role of Pre-Primary Teachers in Promoting Social Competence Skills during Home to School Transition	In Progress
Tarimo, Prosper Joseph, PhD, University of Dar es Salaam	An Assessment of the Impact of Guidance and Councelling Intervention on Secondary School Students' Psychological Functioning and Academic Perfromance	In-Progress
Geraldina Edward, PhD, University of Dar es Salaam	Socio-Contextual Factors Associated with Children's Learning of Kiswahili Pre-Reading Skills in Tanzanian Rural Public Schools	In-Progress

WORK EXPERIENCE

Date	Description	Institution
2021	Chairperson, Research Management Committee (RCM), Tanzania Institute of Education (TIE)	Tanzania Institute of Education
May-June 2020	Chairperson of the National Team established to Develop a Diploma in Pre-primary and Primary Teacher Education Curriculum	Tanzania Institute of Education
June 2019 - 2020	Convener appointed by the Head of Department, Department of Educational Psychology and Curriculum Studies to develop a Masters Degree Programme in Early Childhood Development, University of Dar es Salaam	Department of Educational Psychology and Curriculum Studies
2019	Member, HakiElimu Think Tank	HakiElimu, Tanzania
2019	Member, Organizing Committee of the 5th University of Dar es Salaam Research Week	University of Dar es Salaam
2018 – to date	Member, Postgraduate Committee. Role Review Students Research Project	School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam
2016 – May 2017	Development and Testing of National Assessment Framework for Assessing Children's Literacy and Numeracy in Tanzania	Ministry of Education Science and Technology
January-February 2017	Pre-Primary Continuous Professional Materials Development	Tanzania Institute of Education & UNICEF
December 2016	Facilitator – Training of Pre-Primary Master Trainers	Tanzania Institute of Education
2016 May-January 2017	Pre-Primary Teaching and Learning Reading Materials Specialist USAID Tusome Pamoja	Research Triangle International (RTI)
October 2016	Facilitator – Training of master Trainers on Integrating Crosscutting Issues in teaching pre-primary and primary schools	Tanzania Institute of Education & Central Line Research Associates Tanzania
2016 April	Developer of School-Based Self-Instructional Modules for Pre-Primary and Primary Teachers on Crosscutting Issues	UNICEF, Tanzania
2016 April	Chairperson of the team appointed to validate Teacher Training College Psychology and counselling Curriculum Role: Chairperson	National Council for Technical Education (NACTE)
2015/2016	Part-timer in Language and Literacy Development	The Aga Khan University, Institute for Education Development
2015/16	Convenor of the appointed team to restructure the Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education Role: Chair the team meetings, designing courses in Language and early literacy development, developing early literacy teaching and learning materials, assessment of early literacy, and developing programme curricular materials etc.	Department of Educational Psychology and Curriculum Studies, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam
2014 -	Lecturer in Psychology and Early Childhood Education and Language and Early Literacy Development and Learning. Responsibilities: Designing curricular materials and teaching language and early literacy (reading, writing and arithmetic) development and assessment, among others.	Department of Educational Psychology and Curriculum Studies, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam
January 16-25 2014	Acting Head of the Department of Educational Psychology and Curriculum Studies	School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam
2014	Assisting Coordination of Post Graduate Studies and Research	School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam
2014	Supervision: Currently, I am supervising five Masters Degree students and two PhD students	Department of Educational Psychology and Curriculum Studies, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam
2010-2011	Member – University of Dar es Salaam Quality Assurance Bureau	University of Dar es Salaam
2009- to date	Coordinator – Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood Education Programme	School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam
2007-2009	Examination Officer	Department of Educational Psychology, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam
2007-2014	Assistant Lecturer in Psychology and Early Childhood Education	Department of Educational psychology, University of Dar es Salaam
2007	Tutorial Assistant: Assisting teaching Psychology and Early Childhood Education	Department of Educational Psychology, University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
1996-1998	Primary School Teacher: I taught Kiswahili, English and Mathematics	Iramba District, Singida, Tanzania

PUBLICATIONS

Edward, G., Ndijuye, L. G. and Shukia, R. (2022). The Role of parental Involvements in Children's acquisition of Kiswahili Pre-Reading Skills in Tanzania. Global Education Review, 9(3), 19-37
Komba, A. and Shukia, R. (2021). Accountability Relationships in 3Rs Curriculum Reform Implementation: Implication for Pupils' Acquisition of Literacy and Numeracy Skills in Tanzania's Primary Schools. RISE Working Paper Series. 21/064. https://doi.org/10.35489/BSG-RISE-WP_2021/064
Shukia, R. (2020). Fee-Free Basic Education Policy Implementation in Tanzania: A 'Phenomenon' Worth Rethinking. Huria Journal of the Open University of Tanzania, Vol. 27 No. 1
Libent-Mabagala, D & Shukia, R. (2019). Teachers' Knowledge and Instructional Practices in Rural Areas. Huria Journal of the Open University of Tanzania, Vol. 26 No. 1
Shukia, R. & Messo, I. (2018). Early childhood care in Tanzania: experiences of mothers working in the informal sector in high density urban areas. Early Child Development and Care. DOI, 10.1080/03004430.2018.1550082
Shukia, R. (2017). Match and Mismatch between Pre-Primary Teachers' Beliefs and Classroom Instruction. Papers in Education and Development, Vol. 35 (pp 41-69).
Shukia, R. (2016). Promoting Learning to Read Kiswahili among Children Experiencing Difficulties: Perspectives of pre-primary teachers' in Tanzania. Papers in Education and Development, Vol. 33 (pp 113-126).
Mkumbo, K., Mgalla, Z., Shukia, R & Kanukisya, B. (2016). Schooling and Learning in Tanzania: trends and Issues in Basic Education. In I. I. Munene (Ed), Achieving Education for All: Dilemmas in System-wide Reforms and Learning Outcomes in Africa. London: Lexington Books.

CONFERENCE PRESENTATION

Learning to Read Difficulties: Pre-Primary Teachers' Beliefs in Tanzania. Paper presented at the 4th All-European Dyslexia Conference (EDA), 20th-22nd at Linnaeus University, Växjö, Sweden

AWARDS

World Bank PhD Scholarship via Ministry of Education and Vocational Training, Tanzania & University of Dar es Salaam – 2011 – 2014.
Certificate of Participation in a workshop on Producing Innovative Media Materials for Parents of Young Children, 19 – 23 April, 2010, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Certificate of Attendance in Social Science Research Methodology offered by the Research Methodology Training Institute of the Organisation for Social Science Research in Eastern and Southern Africa, UNICEF, 1st – 12th December, 2008, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Graduate Student Stipend, Tanzania Studies Association, 2007.

LANGUAGES

Fluent in Kiswahili and English

Personal Details

Full name: Jaquiline Amani
Gender: Female
Nationality: Tanzanian
Language proficiency: Kiswahili and English
Place of Birth: Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
Marital status: Married with 3 children
Permanent address: P.O Box 2513 Iringa
Contacts: +255 758 481869
Email: Jacque.amani@gmail.com / jaquiline.moshi@muce.ac.tz
Research Interest: Education and Vocational Psychology

Education and Training

2014 – PhD in Education, University of Dar es Salaam
2010 – MA in Applied Social Psychology, University of Dar es Salaam
2008 – BA with Education, Dar es Salaam University College of Education

Employment Record

Associate Professor – UDSM MUCE (Dec 2023 – Present)
Senior Lecturer – UDSM MUCE (Nov 2019 – Dec 2023)
Lecturer – UDSM MUCE (Nov 2014 – Oct 2019)

Administrative and Leadership Experience

Deputy Principal, Planning, Finance & Admin, MUCE (2018; Oct 2024 – Present)
Director of HR & Administration, MUCE (2015–2018)
Coordinator, Gender Unit, MUCE (2014–2015)
Member, College Tender Board (2016–2017; 2023–2024)

Experience in Research and Consultancies (Selected)

Team Lead, World Bank ECE Project (2024–2025)
Baseline Assessment, Empowerment through Skills Project (CICan), 2022
Co-PI, VLIR-UOS Capacity-Building for Parental Involvement, 2021
National Trainer, Mwanzo Mzuri (Hakielimu & HDIF), 2018–2021
Trainer, TUSOME PAMOJA (USAID), 2016–2018
Trainer, EQUIP-T Project (Kigoma, Katavi), 2014–2019
PI, AGE Project Evaluation (HakiElimu), 2022
PI, Education Project Evaluation in Geita (Pestalozzi Foundation), 2021
Researcher, TWAWEZA Citizen Participation Baseline, 2021
PI, Girls Retention & Transition Initiative (HakiElimu), 2020

Publications (Selected)

Mkimbili, S., Amani, J., Kalolo, J & Philpo, J. (2025). What motivates undergraduate students to read beyond their lecture notes?
Iddy, H., Fussy, D., Mkimbili, S., & Amani, J. (2024). Supporting development of scientific literacy. Journal of Science Teacher Education.
Malingumu, W., Kigobe, J., & Amani, J. (2023). Teachers Involving Parents (TIP): Comparing Preservice and In-service Teachers' Beliefs on Parental Engagement. Journal of Issues and Practices in Education, 1(2), 37–60.
Mgaiwa, S. & Amani, J. (2023). Culturally Responsive Instruction in Early Childhood Education: Teachers' Beliefs and Instructional Challenges. Early Childhood Education Journal. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10643-023-01517-4
Amani, J., & Fussy, D. (2023). Balancing Child-Centred and Teacher-Centred Didactic Approaches in Early Years Learning. Education 3-13.
Amani, J., Luvanga, B., Kihaga, H., Ndeskoi, T. & Gabriel, L. (2023). Why do academics fail to plan for retirement? Journal of Aging Studies, 63(2023), 101103.
Amani, J. & Mgaiwa, S. (2023). Bringing students' culture into the classroom: Perspectives of pre-primary teachers and parents in Tanzania. Education 3-13. https://doi.org/10.1080/03004279.2023.2175617
Fussy, D.S., Iddy, H., Amani, J., & Mkimbili, S.T. (2023). Encouraging Girls' Participation in Science: Structural Limitations and Sustainable Alternatives. International Journal of Science Education. https://doi.org/10.1080/09500693.2023.2188571
Milinga, R., Amani, J., & Lyakurwa, S. (2023). Teachers' Perceptions of Differentiated Instruction for Academically High-Achieving Secondary School Students in Tanzania. Journal of Advanced Academics, 1–35.
Amani, J. (2022). Career Preparations of Primary School Pupils in Tanzania. Papers in Education, 40(2), 135–151.
Amani, J. (2022). Perspectives of In-service and Retired Academics on Retirement Planning. The African Review, 1–25.
Amani, J. (2022). From Career Choice to Career Change: Experiences of Postgraduate Diploma in Education Students in Tanzania. Journal of Education, Humanities and Sciences, 11(1), 103–119.
Amani, J., & Magava, O. (2023). Retirement Planning among Academics: A Matter of Health, Lifestyle or Financial Planning? Paper presented at International Conference on Education (Jan 2022), MUCE.
Amani, J. (2021). Access to and participation in basic education in Tanzania: A decade of key achievements and challenges. SN Social Sciences, 1, 239. https://doi.org/10.1007/s43545-021-00242-2
Amani, J., & Fussy, D. (2022). Retirement Planning Mistakes Undermining Post-Retirement Adjustment and Well-being. Educational Gerontology. https://doi.org/10.1080/03601277.2022.2096306
Amani, J., Mariana, M., & Helena, M. (2022). Understanding the Motives for Pursuing Postgraduate Studies and Causes of Late Completion: Supervisors' and Supervisees' Experiences. Sage Open, 12(3), 1–12.
Daudi, E., Lyakurwa, S.E., & Amani, J. (2022). Predictors of Psychological Help Seeking Intentions among University Students in Tanzania. International Journal for the Advancement of Counselling.
Kitta, S., & Amani, J. (2021). Teaching and Assessment Skills Needed by 21st Century Teachers: Embracing the 4th Industrial Revolution. In J. Naidoo (Ed.), Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century (pp. 90–104). Brill.
Amani, J., Septimi, K., Orestes, K., & Mbilinyi, C. (2021). Secondary School Teachers' Knowledge on Procedures for Constructing Quality Classroom Tests in Tanzania. Üniversitepark Bülten, 10(1), 40–54.
Amani, J. (2019). Career Decision Making Self-efficacy of Higher Education Students: Does Age, Gender and Year of Study Matter? Papers in Education and Development, 38, 55–73.
Amani, J. (2017). Prevalence of, and Factors Associated with Unemployment among Tanzanian Graduates. Africa Education Review, 14(3), 230–244.
Amani, J. (2016). Do Tanzanian Undergraduate Students Choose or Hunt for their Degree Programmes? International Journal of Higher Education, 5(2), 74–81.
Amani, J., & Orestes, K. (2016). Determinants of Students' Academic Performance in Higher Learning Institutions in Tanzania. Journal of Education and Human Development, 5(4), 1–8.
Amani, J., & Komba, A. (2016). Relationship between Job Satisfaction and Turnover Intention among Lecturers in Tanzanian Public Universities. Annals of Modern Education, 8(1), 1–15.
Amani, J., & Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2016). Predictors of Career Intentions among Undergraduate Students in Tanzania. Journal of Education and Human Development, 5(3), 1–8.
Amani, J., & Komba, A. (2016). Career Motivation and Work Commitment for Turnover Intention among Public University Lecturers and Primary School Teachers. Journal of Education, Humanities and Sciences, 5(2), 1–16.
Amani, J., & Sima, R. (2015). The Status of Career Counselling Services in Tanzanian Higher Learning Institutions. International Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 2(8), 18–28.
Amani, J., & Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2014). Influence of Family on Career Choice among Undergraduate Students. Papers in Education and Development.
Amani, J. (2013). Social Influence and Occupational Knowledge as Predictors of Career Choice Intentions among Undergraduate Students. International Journal of Learning and Development, 3(1), 185–192.
Amani, J., & Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2012). Perceived University Students' Attributions of Academic Success and Failure. Asian Journal of Science, 8(7), 247–255.

Referees

Dr. Orestes Kapinga
Deputy Principal, Academic, Research and Consultancy
MUCE
P.O BOX 2513, IRINGA
Cell: +255 784 516 926
Email: orestes.katopu@gmail.com

Bonaventure Godfrey
Head of Programmes
HakiElimu, P.O BOX 79401, DSM
Cell: +255 714 460 815

1^st February 2025

CURRICULUM VITAE

Kitila Alexander Kanyama MKUMBO (PhD.)

Date of Birth: 21 June 1971

Email: kitilam@yahoo.com

Office Address

Maarifa Research and Training Associates Ltd.

Ubungo Industrial Area, Urafiki, Ubungo, G 10

P.O. Box 35934, Dar es Salaam

Mobile: +255 754 301908

A: Education

PhD, 2006–2008, University of Southampton, UK (Psychology & Education)
MA Applied Social Psychology, 1999–2001, University of Dar es Salaam
BSc Education, 1995–1999, University of Dar es Salaam
Certificate of Advanced Secondary Education, 1992–1994, Pugu High School
Certificate of Secondary Education, 1988–1991, Mwenge Secondary School
Primary Education, 1981–1987, Mgela Primary School (Iramba, Singida)

B: Professional Employment and Leadership Engagements

B1. Professional Employment

Associate Professor, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam, 2014–Present
Senior Lecturer, School of Education, UDSM, 2011–2014
Lecturer, School of Education, UDSM, 2008–2011
Assistant Lecturer, School of Education, UDSM, 2003–2008
Administrative Officer, University of Dar es Salaam, 2001–2003
Founder & Director, Maarifa Research and Training Associates Ltd., 2016–to date

B2. Other Professional Engagements

Associate Editor, Papers in Education and Development (PED) Journal
Editorial Board Member, International Journal of Management in Education
External Examiner:
- Maasai Mara University (Kenya), 2015–2017
- University of Dodoma (Tanzania), 2013–2015
- Mkwawa University College of Education (Tanzania), 2015–2017

B3. Leadership Engagement

Member of Parliament, Ubungo Constituency (CCM), 2020–to date
Minister of Industry and Trade, Apr 2021–Jan 2022
Minister of State, President’s Office (Investment), Dec 2020–Apr 2021
Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water, Apr 2017–Aug 2020
Dean, Faculty of Education, DUCE, 2012–2013
Head, Dept. of Educational Psychology & Curriculum Studies, UDSM, 2009–2012
Chairman, UDASA, 2014–2015; Vice Chairman, 2010–2012
Chairman, EAYCO–Tanzania Chapter, 1999–2001
President, DARUSO, University of Dar es Salaam, 1998–1999

D: Publications (Selected)

John, P., Vuzo, M., & Mkumbo, K. (2020). Contextual and pedagogical challenges facing English language ... Papers in Education and Development, 38(2), 108–136.
Mkumbo, K. (2018). Job satisfaction and motivation of primary school teachers in Tanzania. Papers in Education and Development, 36, 36–54.
Pesambili, J., & Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2018). Implications of female genital mutilation ... Journal of Youth Studies, 21(8), 111–126.
Mkumbo, K. (2017). The effectiveness of the new education and training policy ... International Journal of Management in Education, 11(3), 347–366.
Amani, J., & Mkumbo, K. (2016). Predictors of Career Intentions among Undergraduate Students in Tanzania. Journal of Education and Human Development, 5(3), 1–8.
Mkumbo, K.A.K., Mgalla, Z., Komba, A., & Shukia, R. (2016). Schooling and learning in Tanzania ... Lexington Books, pp. 107–132.
Mkumbo, K.A. (2015). Ten Years of Jakaya Kikwete’s Presidency ... African Review Journal, 42(2), 40–62.
Wormnaes, S., Mkumbo, K.A., et al. (2015). Using concept maps ... Journal of Education for Teaching, 41(4), 369–384.
Amani, J., & Mkumbo, K.A. (2014). The influence of family background ... Papers in Education and Development, 32, 167–180.
Wood, L., de Lange, N., & Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2014). Drawing AIDS ... Perspectives in Education, 31(2), 1–13.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2014). Students’ attitudes towards sex and relationships education in Tanzania. Health Education, 73(6), 641–655.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2013). Assessment of HIV/AIDS knowledge ... Global Public Health, 8(10), 1168–1179.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2013). Prevalence of and factors associated with work stress ... International Journal of Higher Education, 3(1).
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2013). Young people’s assessment ... LWATI: A Journal of Contemporary Research, 10(2), 163–174.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2013). Factors associated with teachers’ motivation ... Journal of Educational Sciences and Psychology, LXV, 58–71.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2013). Old enough to know ... Sex Education.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2013). Promoting Abstinence ... Global Public Health.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2012). Teachers’ attitudes towards ... Global Journal of Health Science, 4(4), 149–158.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2012). Perceived university students’ attributions ... Asian Social Science, 8(7), 247–255.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2012). Teachers’ commitment ... International Education Studies, 5(3), 222–227.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2012). Reflections on the 2010 National Form Four examination results. Papers in Education and Development.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2012). Content validity of national examinations ... Journal of Education, Humanities and Science, 1, 15–26.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2010). What Tanzanian young people want to know ... Sex Education, 4, 405–412.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2010). Students’ attitudes towards learning with their peers with disabilities ... Journal of Adult Education in Tanzania.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2010). Correlates of teachers’ attitudes ... Papers in Education and Development, 29, 57–76.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. & Ingham, R. (2010). What Tanzanian parents want ... Sex Education, 10, 67–78.
Mkumbo, K.A.K. (2009). Content analysis of sexuality education ... Educational Research and Reviews, 4, 616–625.
Schaalma, H., Kaaya, S., Mkumbo, K.A.K., et al. (2009). The application of Intervention Mapping ... Scandinavian Journal of Public Health, 37(Suppl 2), 28–36.

F: Academic Awards/Prizes

Annual best academic staff, School of Education, UDSM: 2012, 2014
Outstanding presentation, Postgraduate Faculty Conference, Univ. of Southampton: 2008
Commonwealth PhD Scholarship, UK: 2006–2008
Academic Scholars Programme, Concordia College, USA: Feb–May 2005
Sida/SAREC Masters Scholarship, UDSM: 1999–2001

G: Selected Research Grants and Consultancy Projects

MoEST (LANES): National Framework on Assessment of Literacy and Numeracy — Principal Investigator
DFID (RISE): Research on Improving Systems of Education — Principal Investigator (TZ Coordinator)
UNICEF: Development of crosscutting modules for primary education — Principal Investigator
Aga Khan University: PD in teacher colleges in Tanzania & Uganda — Co-PI
UNESCO: Education and SRH among girls in underserved districts — Principal Investigator
UNICEF: Evaluation of TUSEME Projects — Principal Investigator
UNESCO: Education sector strategic plan for HIV & AIDS — Lead Consultant
TACAIDS: Advocacy Strategy for Resource Mobilisation — Lead Consultant
AMREF: SRH information and education for marginalised young people — Lead Consultant

H: Supervision of Postgraduate Students

Has supervised multiple Masters and PhD candidates across themes in psychology, education, teacher development, health, and youth studies.

JUMANNE SAID GOMERA, PhD.

P.O. Box 3375, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Email: gomera45@gmail.com, Skype: jumannegomera, Twitter: gomera45, LinkedIn: Jumanne Gomera
Tel: +255 735 504 988 or +255715504988

Resume

Jumanne Gomera holds Ph.D in Economics, MA in Development Policy and Bachelor in Social Science. He is a Lecturer of Advanced Research Method, Labour Economics, Labour Market Dynamics, Public fund Management, Quantitative Research Methods, Principle of Economics, and Project Development and Management at the Institute of Social Work, Kijitonyama Campus Dar es Salaam. Jumanne has been participating in various assignment related to policy evaluation, impact study, baseline study and project evaluation as well as design and implementing monitoring and evaluation. Jumanne was involved in the conducting evaluation of 2007 Youth Development Policy, 1996 National Investment Promotion Policy, 2003 SME Development Policy. He conducted baseline evaluation of Our Rights, Our Lives, Our Future (O3 Plus) project under UNESCO initiatives targeting university students to ensure that young people in higher and tertiary education institutions (HTEIs) in Tanzania.

1.	Position Title and No.	Lecturer, Consultant, Researcher, Policy Analyst, Monitoring and Evaluation Expert
2.	Name of Expert:	Jumanne Said Gomera
3.	Date of Birth:	2nd February, 1979
4.	Country of Citizenship/ Residence:	Tanzania
5.	Membership in Professional Associations:	Korea Alumni Association for Tanzania President- Peking University African Student Think Tanzania Institute of Bankers Tanzania Tobacco control forum (ITCF)

EDUCATION

Peking University	Aug, 2016- Jul 2019	Ph.D in Economics
Seoul National University	Aug 2012-Feb 2014	M.A in Development Policy
University of Dar- es-Salaam	Sep 2000- Nov 2003	Bachelor of Social Science

OTHER TRAINING

Government Business Coordination training coordinated by The Economic and Social Research Foundation (ESRF) is an independent, not-for-profit institution for research and policy analysis based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Subcontracted by the Institute of International Education (IIE) in Washington DC for the implementation of the USAID training from 7TH to 11TH March, 2016
Policy Development and Analysis training coordinated by The Economic and Social Research Foundation (ESRF) is an independent, not-for-profit institution for research and policy analysis based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Subcontracted by the Institute of International Education (IIE) in Washington DC for the implementation of the USAID training from 23rd to 27th November, 2015.
Seminar on Human Resources and Social Security for African Countries in 2015 organized by Ministry of Commerce-PRC, Beijing, China from 30th July to 19th August,2015
Capacity Development, Adult Education and Training Delivery training organized by Ministry of Foreign Affairs-Copenhagen- Denmark, from 11th August,2014 to 22th August,2014 and 3rd November,2014 to 14th November,2014
Results Based Management (RBM) training organized by RIPA International London-United Kingdom from 23RD June-4th July,2014
US Force Korean student -Security Education Orientation Program, Korean Demilitarized Zone May 2013, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Saemaul training program, provided by Saemaul Undong Central Training Institute, Republic of Korea
Management of Change for Organizational Transition-CM June,2012, The Netherlands
Attended Sales Skills training by Tanzania Institute of Bankers, 2006 Tanzania
Micro Loans Operations by National Microfinance Bank, Feb 2007, Tanzania

SKILLS AND EXPERTISE

Policy formulation, Analysis and Evaluation for Business, Government and Not for profit
Report writing
Projects Investment planning, forecasting, analysis and evaluation
Business planning, analysis, development, valuation, for projects, NGOs, government institutions and small businesses
Entrepreneurship and small business management, analysis and evaluation
Project development and management (monitoring and evaluation)
Program and Project Impact Analysis
Regulatory Impact Analysis
Cost benefits analysis for social and developmental projects
Statistical analysis skills by the use of STATA, SPSS and MS Excel
Corporate/small business diagnostic analysis, valuation and restructuring.
Health System analysis, demand and supply side analysis.
Qualitative and quantitative research method skills

LANGUAGES:

	Speaking	Reading	Writing
Swahili	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
English	Good	Excellent	Excellent
Korean	Basic	Basic	Basic
Chinese	Basic	Basic	Basic

Country of Work Experience: Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, Korea and China

EMPLOYMENT RECORD

December 2020 to Date	Institute of Social Work Reference: Rector, Institute of Social Work P. O BOX 35043, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Tel.+255 22 274-443 Email: rector@isw.ac.tz	Teaching: Undergraduate and postgraduate students in Economics related courses such as Principle of Economics, Labour Economics, Public Fund Management, Project Development and Management and Advanced Research Methods. Research Areas: Development Economics, health systems, Social Protection, youth and women development, early childhood development, Adolescent girls and young and investment
June 2009- Dec 2020	Prime Minister's Office, United Republic of Tanzania Reference: Permanent Secretary, Government City, Mtumba P.O BOX 980, 40480 DODOMA. Tel.+255 26 2324966 ps@pmo.go.tz.	Policy Analysis: •Develop and implement strategies to improve business and investment environment; •Assess regional and international demand and supply of goods and services and recommend for product and service adaptation and development in view of the country's comparative and competitive advantage; •Conduct regular review of Regional and Bilateral Investment Agreements and prepare investment profiles to sustain available opportunities; •Review, analyze and update investment related policies and develop annual recommendations for adjustment in policy measures and suitable implementation instruments; •Develop, review and monitor implementation of Investment policy, strategies, plans, programs, legislations; and ensure they are consistent with national policies, frameworks and strategies; and •Carry out research and impact studies of investment related policies and provide a basis for making informed decisions on the future direction of the sector.
April 2004- June 2009	NMB Head Office, P. O. Box 9213, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Tel: +255222322000	•Managed day to day Micro loan activities to ensure first class customer relations in provision of Micro-Loan to various small businessmen and women to enable them grow in terms of business and standard of living along with maintaining quality loan portfolio. •Monitor and control micro loan activities at the branch level to ensure quality loan portfolio. • Establishing client character and viability of their businesses so that to minimize the risk of default and cost •Preparation of regular report to the controlling office on the performance of the micro lending. •Make a regular visit of the Client Businesses so as to establish a good relationship with customers. •Market and promote other banks products at the branch level.

DETAILS OF ASSIGNMENTS – POLICY ANALYSIS AND CONSULTANCY

Work Undertaken that Best Illustrates Capability to Handle the Tasks Assigned – Design and Implementation of Public Policy Analysis, Monitoring and Evaluation.

Name of assignment or project: Impact Evaluation Study: Mtoto Kwanza Project

Year: 2022-24
Location: Tanzania Mainland
Client: Children in Crossfire
Nature of Work: Consultancy
Main Project Features: Conduct an impact evaluation study of Mtoto Kwanza Project
Positions held: Co-Consultant
Activities performed:
Undertaking impact evaluation of Mtoto Kwanza Project in catalyzing the implementation of National Multisector Early Childhood Development Programs through theory-based approach and documents lessons learned and provide policy recommendations. Both qualitative and quantitative research methods are applied through KII, Stakeholders workshop, data analysis and report writing and validation meeting.

Name of assignment or project: Community Need Assessment Study

Year: 2022-23
Location: Tanzania Mainland, Mtwara Region
Client: Dangote Cement Tanzania LTD
Nature of Work: Consultancy
Main Project Features: Community Need Assessment Report At 13 Villages Surrounding Dangote Cement Plant in Mtwara District Council, Mtwara Region- Tanzania.
Positions held: Lead-Consultant
Activities performed:
Conducted community needs assessment (CNA) study at thirteen villages surrounding the Cement Plant (i.e Hiyari, Imekuwa, Majengo, Msijute, Mbuo, Mnyundo, Namgogoli, Mgao, Naumbu kusini, Likonde, Nangumi, Kisiwa, and Mayanga) in order to identify socio-economic community needs, priorities, and best approaches to assist the Company and Government partners to develop a Community Development Plan and Community Development Agreements.

Name of assignment or project: Advancing Gender Equality in Tanzania (PAMOJA)

Year: 2022-24
Location: Tanzania Mainland
Client: Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups/World Bank
Nature of Work: Consultancy
Main Project Features: Prepare Project Safeguards document as World Bank Environmental and Social Framework to fulfill Bank requirements
Positions held: Consultant
Activities performed:
prepare an Environmental and Social Safeguards documents including Stakeholder Engagement Plan (SEP) and Vulnerable Groups Plans (VGPs) for the PAMOJA PROJECT. Prepared a comprehensive list of extended stakeholders, identify their interest and influence, communicate with these stakeholders' information on a Program for Advancing Gender Equality in Tanzania (PAMOJA) and include a mechanism by which stakeholders can raise concerns, provide feedback, or make complaints about the project and its related activities in the preparation and implementation stages.

Name of assignment or project: Impact Evaluation Study: to assess the effectiveness of the abolished or reduced fees, levies and charges.

Location: Tanzania Mainland
Client: Ministry of Investment, Industry, and Trade, P. O BOX 2996,40478 DODOMA
Nature of Work: Consultancy
Main Project Features: Conduct an impact evaluation of the BLUEPRINT ACTION PLAN
Positions held: Consultant
Activities performed:
to conduct an impact study to assess the effectiveness of the abolished or reduced fees, levies, and charges aimed to improve the business environment as per detailed in the Blue Print Action Plan under BEGIN PROGRAM.

Name of assignment or project: Independent Study- Freedom to Conduct Scientific Studies in Tanzania.

Year: 2022
Location: Tanzania
Client: UNESCO- Dar-es-Salaam
Nature of Work: Consultancy
Main Project Features: Status of Scientific Freedom in Tanzania
Positions held: Co-Consultant
Activities performed:
Assessing legal, policy, and institutional framework effectiveness in relation to freedom to conduct scientific studies in Tanzania. Stemming from the data collection and analysis of lessons learned, the assessment also seeks to inform a project on 'Strengthening STI Systems for sustainable development in Africa' under UNESCO and provide suitable recommendations to bridge the identified gaps against RSSR with specific measures to close gaps that are found in the country analysis. Both qualitative and quantitative research methods were applied through KII, Stakeholders workshop and online survey, data analysis and report writing and validation meeting.

Name of assignment or project: Evaluation of Youth Development Policy

Year: 2020-2021
Location: Dar es Salaam
Client: UNESCO- Nairobi
Nature of Work: Consultancy
Main Project Features: Assessment of Tanzania Youth Development Policy of 2007
Positions held: Co-Consultant
Activities performed:
Undertaking Assessment of youth development programs, projects and initiatives through theory based approach and documents lesson learned and provide policy recommendations. Both qualitative and quantitative research methods were applied through KII, Stakeholders workshop and online survey, data analysis and report writing and validation meeting.

Name of assignment or project: Our Rights, Our Lives, Our Future (O3 Plus) project

Year: 2021-2022
Location: Dar es Salaam
Client: UNESCO- Dar-Es-Salaam-Tanzania
Nature of Work: Consultancy
Main Project Features: Baseline Study
Positions held: Co-Consultant
Activities performed:
Undertaking Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practices related to Sexual Reproductive Health, Comprehensive Sexuality Education and Gender Based Violence among youth in higher and tertiary education institutions in Tanzania. Both qualitative and quantitative research methods were applied through KII, Focus Group Discussion, online survey, data analysis and report writing and validation meeting. Gather information base for project results framework.

Name of assignment or project: Evaluation of Tanzania SME development policy,2003

Year: 2020
Location: Dodoma, Morogoro & Dar-es-Salaam
Client: Ministry of Industry and Trade
Nature of Work: Consultancy
Main Project Features: Policy Analysis
Positions held: Technical Working Group
Activities performed:
Undertaking Assessment of policy objectives through establishing causal mechanisms and manifestation. Qualitative research methods were applied through KII, Stakeholder consultation, online survey, data analysis, report writing and validation meetings and workshops.

Name of assignment or project: Evaluation of Tanzania National Investment Promotion policy,1996

Year: 2019-2020
Location: Dodoma, Morogoro & Dar-es-Salaam
Client: Prime Minister's Office
Nature of Work: Consultancy
Main Project Features: Policy Analysis
Positions held: Technical Working Group
Activities performed:
Undertaking Assessment of policy objectives through establishing causal mechanisms and manifestation. Qualitative research methods were applied through KII, Stakeholder consultation, online survey, data analysis and report writing and undertaking stakeholder's validation meetings and workshops.

Name of assignment or project: District Disaster Risk Preparedness Plan

Year: 2015-2016
Location: Morogoro, Shinyanga, Mtwara & Kilimanjaro
Client: Prime Minister's Office
Nature of Work: Consultancy
Main Project Features: Survey
Positions held: Technical Working Group
Activities performed:
Conduct stakeholder meetings, data collection, analysis and report writing and preparation of Same, Mvomero, Kilosa and Mtwara District Councils "Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan" year 2015/2016.

REFEREE

Dr. Nandera Ernest Minando,
Commissioner for Social Welfare Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups,
Mobile: +255755336222
Email: nanderam2013@gmail.com

Dr. Joyce Nyoni,
Rector-Institute of Social Work
210 Shekilango Road,
P.O BOX 3375,
14113 Kijitonyama, Dar-es-Salaam
Mobile: +255784603113
Email: jnyoni@gmail.com

CERTIFICATION

I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, this CV correctly describes myself, my qualifications, and my experience. I understand that any willful misstatement described herein may lead to my disqualification or dismissal, if engaged.

Jumanne Said Gomera
Name of the Expert

Signature
Date
1st June, 2024

JOSEPH C.PESAMBILI, PhD.

Senior Lecturer
School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam
P.O.Box 35048 Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

I am a committed and knowledgeable academic dedicated to creating transformative learning environments and advancing cutting-edge research in education. With a passion for teaching, I employ innovative, student-centred pedagogies that promote critical thinking, lifelong learning, and inclusive participation. My research has resulted in publications in reputable journals and presentations at major conferences, contributing meaningfully to scholarly discourse. I effectively integrate technology to enhance teaching and research through multimedia tools, advanced methodologies, and data analysis. I also prioritise inclusivity and diversity, fostering spaces where all students feel respected and empowered. My dedication to impactful teaching and research enables me to contribute meaningfully to higher education institutions.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND AND QUALIFICATIONS

PhD Education
University of Sussex | June 2018
Thesis: "An Investigation into the Encounter between Indigenous and Western Education among the Maasai Pastoralists in Monduli, Tanzania"
Advisors: Prof. Mario Novelli (Main), Prof. John Pryor (Second)
Viva Voce Panel: Prof. Caroline Dyer (External Examiners), Prof. Kwame Akyeampong (Internal Examiner)

MA Education [GPA 4.8]
University of Dar es Salaam | October 2012
Dissertation: "Consequences of Female Genital Mutilation on Girls' Education in Tarime District, Tanzania"
Advisor: Prof. Kitila Mkumbo

B.A. Education Honours First Class [GPA 4.8]
University of Dar es Salaam | November 2009
Teaching Subjects: History, Kiswahili
Professional Subject: Education
Dissertation: "Urbanisation and People's Adaptation in Sumbawanga District from 1960 to 2009"
Advisor: Dr. Iddy Magoti

OTHER EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education
Division I.5 | Itamba Secondary School, March 2005

Certificate of Secondary Education
Division III.20 | Matai Secondary School, November 2002

ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH APPOINTMENTS

University of Dar es Salaam — School of Education, Department of Educational Foundations, Management and Lifelong Learning, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Senior Lecturer | September 2024 – Present
Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate programmes; supervising Master's and PhD students; conducting research; and contributing to institutional governance and academic leadership.
Lecturer | June 2018 – August 2024
Engaged in teaching, research, postgraduate supervision, curriculum development, and academic publishing.
Assistant Lecturer | October 2012 – May 2018
Taught undergraduate courses and contributed to departmental academic activities while pursuing doctoral studies.
Tutorial Assistant | December 2010 – October 2012
Delivered tutorials and supported instruction in educational foundations and comparative education.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology — Centre for International Teacher Education (CITE), Cape Town, South Africa

Postdoctoral Fellow | December 2020 – November 2022
Led and coordinated the Continuing Professional Teacher Development (CPTD) research stream under the SARChI Chair, Prof. Yusuf Sayed. This fellowship was undertaken concurrently with my academic appointment at the University of Dar es Salaam.

University of Dodoma — Department of History, College of Humanities and Social Sciences, Dodoma, Tanzania

Tutorial Assistant | June 2010 – November 2010
Conducted tutorials, assisted in undergraduate teaching, and supported research and examination duties in the History programme.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE (SUMMARY)

Over 15 years of experience in university-level teaching, with extensive involvement in undergraduate and postgraduate instruction.
Courses taught include: Principles of Education, Philosophy of Education, Comparative and International Education, History of Education, Professionalism and Ethics in Education (undergraduate level); and Historical Development of Education Systems and Research Methods in Education (postgraduate level).
Extensive involvement in postgraduate supervision, complementing teaching responsibilities in education and teacher development.
Proficient in curriculum design, instructional material development, and learner-centred pedagogy, with a strong focus on critical thinking, reflective practice, and contextually responsive learning.
Integrated digital tools (e.g., Moodle, Zoom, Google Classroom, Turnitin) and blended learning strategies to enhance engagement, flexibility, and inclusivity in teaching.
Delivered short-term training workshops on topics such as educational research methods and academic writing to pre-service teachers, postgraduate students, and education practitioners.
Actively engaged in course review and curriculum reform processes within the School of Education, contributing to programme development and quality assurance.

EARLY TEACHING AND PRACTICUM EXPERIENCE

Teacher
Chinangali Secondary School, Dodoma | November 2009 – May 2010
- Taught Ordinary Level students in History and Kiswahili (Linguistics and Literature).

Student Teacher
Kantalamba Secondary School, Sumbawanga, Rukwa
- 11 August – 17 October 2008: Taught Advanced Level students in History and Kiswahili.
- 9 July – 14 September 2007: Taught Advanced Level students in History and Kiswahili.

Volunteer Teacher
Itamba High School, Makete, Njombe | 9 September 2005 – 17 August 2006
- Taught Ordinary Level students in History, English, and Kiswahili (Linguistics and Literature).

Volunteer Teacher
Ulungu Secondary School, Kalambo, Rukwa | 1 July – 1 September 2005
- Taught Ordinary Level students in History, English, and Kiswahili (Linguistics and Literature).

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE – SELECTED PROJECTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS

Lead Editor and Contributing Author (February 2021 – present)
Teachers and Professional Development in Sub-Saharan Africa: Realising Goals of Equitable and Quality Teaching and Learning. Book project commissioned by Prof. Yusuf Sayed (SARChI, CITE, Cape Peninsula University of Technology), South Africa.
Research Team Member (April 2021 – February 2022)
Developing an Impact Evaluation Tool for Continuing Professional Teacher Development (CPTD) Programmes in South Africa. Commissioned by the Department of Basic Education (DBE) and VVOB, South Africa. Principal Investigator: Prof. Yusuf Sayed.
Research Team Member (August – March 2021)
Crises and the COVID-19 Pandemic: Education Responses and Choices during Times of Disruptions in Sub-Saharan Africa (Cabo Verde, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ivory Coast, Mali, Mozambique, South Africa, Uganda). Commissioned by the Open Society Foundation and Education International. Principal Investigator: Prof. Yusuf Sayed.
Co-Principal Investigator (March – October 2022)
People's Emotions and Government Responses to the COVID-19 Pandemic in South Africa and Tanzania. Funded by the Fulbright Research Grant (USA).

Consultancy Works (Completed & Ongoing)

Research Team Member for the "Household Survey to Support ECE Services for the Most Vulnerable Children in Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar" project (October 2024 – June 2025), under the leadership of Prof. Jaquiline Amani (Principal Investigator), implemented by Maarifa Research and Training Associate Ltd., and funded by the World Bank Group.
Senior Researcher and Consultant for the project "Improving Equitable Access to Learning and Skills Development for Advancing Adolescent Girls' Empowerment and Access to Decent Work in Mainland Tanzania (Tabora, Kigoma, Songwe) and Zanzibar" (Dec 2023 – July 2024), led by Prof. Eustella Bhalalusesa (Principal Investigator), and funded by UNICEF with support from Global Affairs Canada.
Principal Consultant for the World Bank Group–funded project "Preparation of a PPP Feasibility Study for the Installation, Operation and Maintenance of Prepaid Water Supply Technology Schemes in Rural Tanzania" (Dec 2023 – June 2024), contracted by Dismey International Consultancy Firm.

Postgraduate Supervision and Examination

I. Master's Dissertations Supervised – Completed

Mgaya, Doricas Lemedia. The role of school management teams in promoting parental involvement in their children's education in selected public secondary schools in Makete District Council, Tanzania. MEMA, School of Education, UDSM. Graduated: June 2025.
Erasto, Edmund. The impact of transformational leadership style on teachers' job performance in public secondary schools in Misungwi District, Mwanza, Tanzania. MEMA, School of Education, UDSM. Graduated: June 2025.
Eliewaha, Joyce. The influence of in-service teachers' training on promoting literacy and numeracy skills among pupils in selected primary schools in Tunduru District, Tanzania. MEMA, School of Education, UDSM. Graduated: November 2024.
Mayosa, Upendo A. The role of Ward Education Officers' supervision in promoting quality education in government secondary schools: A case of Ilala City Council. MEMA, School of Education, UDSM. Graduated: November 2024.
Chagoha, Elias A. School management team's experiences of managing capitation grants in public secondary schools in Makambako Town Council, Tanzania. MEMA, School of Education, UDSM. Graduated: May 2024.
Rudandi, Lulu J. Assessment of higher education managers' implementation of innovative income-generating activities: A case of selected higher education institutions in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. MEMA, School of Education, UDSM. Graduated: November 2023.
Kamogah, Dorah F. Influence of school management team on teachers' participation in school affairs in Tanga Municipality, Tanzania. MEMA, School of Education, UDSM. Graduated: May 2022.
Kifuta, Hazinael Emmanuel. Role of satellite primary schools in enhancing access to formal schooling to children in Mpanda District, Tanzania. MA Education, School of Education, UDSM. Graduated: May 2022.
Benson, Samizi. Teacher absenteeism as a corrupt practice and its influence on teaching and learning processes: A case of public secondary schools in Dodoma City, Tanzania. MEMA, School of Education, UDSM. Graduated: May 2022.
Undule, Mwasasumbe. Application of modern instructional technologies on teaching and learning processes in public secondary schools in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. MA Education, School of Education, UDSM. Graduated: May 2021.
Rehema Matuga. Investigating a dissonance between teachers' professional development educational policy and its implementation in remote rural public primary schools in Muheza District, Tanzania. MEMA, School of Education, UDSM. Graduated: November 2019.

II. PhD Supervision – Ongoing

Ali, Soud H. Academics' experiences with utilising internal quality assurance inputs for improvement of teaching at the State University of Zanzibar, Tanzania. PhD in Education, Department of Educational Foundations, Management and Lifelong Learning, School of Education, University of Dar es Salaam.
Supervisors: Dr. M. J. Mwaikokesya (Principal), Dr. Joseph C. Pesambili (Co-supervisor).
Muhangwa, Godfrey Michael. Assessing the effectiveness of orientation programmes in enhancing learner-centred pedagogical practices in selected technical institutions in Tanzania's Lake Zone. PhD in Education (Coursework and Dissertation), Department of Educational Psychology and Curriculum Studies, University of Dar es Salaam.
Supervisors: Dr. Joseph C. Pesambili (Principal), Dr. Harun Magosho (Co-supervisor).

III. Postgraduate Students Examination – Completed

Cynthia Modise. Students' perspectives on the contribution of community education and training colleges to local communities. MA Development Studies, Centre for Development Support, University of the Free State, South Africa. Examined: August 2023.
Sakina Yahya Nyabhulo. Roles of school management in implementing holistic education in government pre-primary education in Ilala Municipality, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. MEMA Dissertation, UDSM. Examined: March 2023.
Christopher Maingu. Educational stakeholders' perceptions on the contribution of secondary education towards industrialisation processes in Tanzania. MEMA Dissertation, UDSM. Examined: June 2020.
Hedwiga P. Mvungi. Influence of transitional experience of first-generation female undergraduate students on academic performance in Tanzania: A case of the University of Dar es Salaam. MAED Dissertation, UDSM. Examined: February 2020.
Erick Kagya. Laughingstock as a strategy for improving academic performance in public primary schools in Ngara District, Tanzania. MEMA Dissertation, UDSM. Examined: October 2019.
Klei Alphonec Msigala. Teachers' grievances and their implications on the teaching profession in Morogoro, Tanzania. MAED Dissertation, UDSM. Examined: July 2019.
Deografias Maingi. An investigation into the practices of instructional leadership roles among heads of secondary schools in Njombe District, Tanzania. MEMA Dissertation, UDSM. Examined: May 2019.

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Indigenous knowledge and education
International education and development
Teacher education (focusing mainly on the Global South)
Comparative and international education
Anthropology of education
Gender and education
Research design and methodologies

Qualitative research approaches
Mixed methods research
Indigenous and ethnographic lines of inquiry

HONOURS AND AWARDS

National Research Foundation (NRF) Postdoctoral Fellowship — South Africa, 2020–2022
Awarded by the NRF to support a Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Centre for International Teacher Education (CITE), Cape Peninsula University of Technology, South Africa (December 2020 – November 2022).
Chancellor's International Research Scholarship (CIRS) — University of Sussex, 2013
Scholarship awarded for PhD (Education) studies at the Centre for International Education (January 2014 – January 2018).
Commonwealth Scholarship — Commonwealth Scholarship Commission, UK, 2013
Awarded to pursue PhD studies in Education at the University of Bristol.
World Bank Scholarship — University of Dar es Salaam, 2010
Awarded under the C1B2 Project for M.A. (Education) studies (2010–2012).
Vice Chancellor's Certificate for Excellent Performance — University of Dar es Salaam, 2006
Awarded for best performance in First Year Degree Examinations (2006/2007), Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
Certificate of Excellent Performance — Itamba High School, 2005
Awarded for best overall performance in Advanced Level Secondary Examinations (March 2005).

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP AND AFFILIATIONS

The South African Education Research Association [SAERA] (2021— to date)
Comparative and International Education Society [CIES] (2021—to date)

EDITORIAL AND PEER REVIEW ROLES

Associate Chief Editor, Papers in Education and Development (PED) — Brill Publishers | August 2023 – Present
Serving as Associate Chief Editor of a peer-reviewed international journal hosted by the University of Dar es Salaam. PED publishes scholarly work on education and development in Tanzania and across sub-Saharan Africa.
Peer Reviewer for various international academic journals, including:
- African Identities (Taylor & Francis)
- Quality & Quantity: International Journal of Methodology (Springer)
- Social Sciences & Humanities Open (Elsevier)
- PROSPECTS: Comparative Journal of Curriculum, Learning, and Assessment (UNESCO / Springer)

PUBLICATIONS

Books

Pesambili, J. C., & Singh, M. (Eds.). (Forthcoming). Teachers and Professional Development in Sub-Saharan Africa: Realising Goals of Equitable and Quality Teaching and Learning. HSRC Press.

Book Chapters

Pesambili, J. C., & Stambach, A. E. (Forthcoming). Rethinking initial teacher education: A critical examination of the World Bank's approach to teacher preparation in the Global South. In B. Dadvand, J. Lampert, & C. Brooks (Eds.), Preparing Teachers for Social Change: Teacher Education at a Crossroad (1st ed.). Routledge.
Pesambili, J. C. (Forthcoming). Reimagining education for Maasai pastoralists: Navigating persistent challenges and emerging opportunities for culturally responsive futures. In S. Shani (Ed.), The Maasai World (1st ed.). Routledge.

Journal Articles

Pesambili, J. C. (2025). A tradition in transition: the Indigenous Maasai olpül ritual's encounter with Western education in a globalized era. Diaspora, Indigenous, and Minority Education, 1-14. https://doi.org/10.1080/15595692.2025.2513940.
Stambach, A.E., & Pesambili, J.C. (2025). "Why are they already digging our graves?": Unravelling the diverse emotional responses to COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy in South Africa and Tanzania. Anthropological Quarterly 98(1), 153-181. https://dx.doi.org/10.1353/ang.2025.a957906.
Pesambili, J. C. (2024). Reimagining quality education for pastoralists through Maasai elders' eyes in Monduli, Tanzania. Quality Education for All, 1(1), 417-434. https://doi.org/10.1108/OEA-03-2024-0022.
Pesambili, J. C., & Mkumbo, K. A. K. (2024). Beyond the surface: Unpacking the methodological and ethical challenges of researching into a sensitive female genital mutilation practice. SN Social Sciences, 4(22), 1-20. https://doi.org/10.1007/s43545-023-00822-4.
Pesambili, J. C., Sayed, Y., & Stambach, A. (2022). The World Bank's construction of teachers and their work: A critical analysis. International Journal of Educational Development, 92, 1-8. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijedudev.2022.102609
Sayed, Y., Singh, M., Bulgrin, E., Henry, M., Williams, D., Metcalfe, M., Pesambili, J., & Mindano, G. (2021). Teacher support, preparedness and resilience during times of crises and uncertainty: COVID-19 and education in the Global South. Journal of Education, 84, 1-30. https://doi.org/10.17159/2520-9868/i84a07.
Pesambili, J.C. (2021). Glocalised research design: exploring the encounter between Indigenous and Western methodologies among the Maasai Pastoralists in Monduli, Tanzania. AlterNative: An International Journal of Indigenous Peoples, 17(3), 406-415. doi:10.1177/11771801211037900.
Pesambili, J. C. & Novelli, M. (2021). Maasai students' encounter with formal education: Their experiences with and perceptions of schooling processes in Monduli, Tanzania. International Journal of Educational Research Open, 2-2, 1-9. doi:10.1016/j.ijedro.2021.100044.
Pesambili, J. C. (2020). Exploring the responses to and perspectives on formal education among the Maasai pastoralists in Monduli, Tanzania. International Journal of Educational Development, 78, 1-9. doi: 10.1016/j.ijedudev.2020.102267.
Pesambili, J. C. (2020). An exploration into the encounter between Indigenous and Western education at Noonkodin School in Eluwai, Monduli, Tanzania. Compare: A Journal of Comparative and International Education, 52(1), 56-74. doi:10.1080/03057925.2020.1733390.
Pesambili, J. C. & Mkumbo, K. A. K. (2018). Implications of female genital mutilation on girls' education and psychological well-being in Tarime, Tanzania. Journal of Youth Studies, 21(8), 1111-1126. doi: 10.1080/13676261.2018.1450969.
Pesambili, J. C. (2013). Consequences of female genital mutilation on girls' schooling in Tarime, Tanzania: Voices of the uncircumcised girls on the experiences, problems and coping strategies. Journal of Education and Practice, 4(16), 109–119. Accessible online at: http://www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/JEP/article/view/7368.

Research Reports (Completed and or published)

Sayed, Y., Singh, M., Pesambili, J.C., Bulgrin, E & Mindano, G. (2021). Crises and the COVID-19 pandemic: education responses and choices during times of disruptions: A global synthesis and Sub-Saharan African country analysis (Cabo Verde, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ivory Coast, Mali, Mozambique, South Africa, Uganda). Available at: https://issuu.com/educationinternational/docs/2021_ei_research_covid-subsahara_eng.
Sayed, Y., Singh, M., & Pesambili, J.C. (2022). Developing an Impact Evaluation Tool for Continuing Professional Teacher Development Programmes in South Africa, Pretoria: The Department of Basic Education (DBE) and The Flemish Association for Development Cooperation and Technical Assistance (VVOB).

SELECTED ACADEMIC PRESENTATIONS AND INVITED LECTURES

Pesambili, J. C. (2022, November). Role of non-state actors in education: A case of religious tertiary and higher learning institutions in Tanzania. Keynote presentation at the Conference on "Education for Society and Industry," Tumaini University Dar es Salaam College (TURDACO), Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
Sayed, Y., & Pesambili, J. C. (2022, June). A critical look into the World Bank's coaching model of teacher professional development: Evidence from the Global South. Presentation at the National Institute of Human and Social Sciences Seminar, "Re-imagining Research and Teaching and Learning during Times of Crises," CITE, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town, South Africa.
Pesambili, J. C., Sayed, Y., & Stambach, A. (2022, April). World Bank's construction of teachers and their work: A critical analysis. Paper presented at the CIES Annual Conference, "Illuminating the POWER OF IDEA/LISM," Minneapolis, USA (Virtual session: Pajamas Sessions, VR 112).
Pesambili, J. C., Sayed, Y., & Stambach, A. (2021, November). World Bank's construction of teachers and their work: A critical analysis. Paper presented at the SAERA Virtual Conference, "Education for Inclusivity and Sustainability in Times of Increasing Inequalities," University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Pesambili, J. C., Shirima, G., & William, Y. S. (2012, June). Public examinations as a proxy measure of quality education in Tanzania: Is it a realistic or unrealistic measure? Paper presented at the NSS Intensive Seminar on Quality Education and Learner Performance, University of Cape Town, South Africa.

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Workshop –Training Course for PhD Supervisors
Centre for Continuing Education in collaboration with the SIDA-Mathematics Project
University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | 18–19 October & 19–21 November 2018
Description: Participated in a structured workshop aimed at enhancing supervisory skills and research mentoring competencies for doctoral-level supervision.

REFERENCES

Prof. Mario Novelli, PhD
University of Sussex
Essex House R150
Falmer, Brighton, BN1 9RH, U.K.
Email: m.novelli@sussex.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1273 678639

Prof. Yusuf Sayed
University of Cambridge
184 Hills Rd, Cambridge CB2 8PQ, UK
Email: yms24@cam.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)1223 7677345

Hon. Prof. Kitila A.K. Mkumbo, PhD
School of Education (UDSM)
P.O. Box 35048
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Email: kitilam@yahoo.com
Mobile: +255 (0) 754 301 908

Prof. Amy Stambach, PhD
Vilas Distinguished Achievement Professor
Department of Anthropology
5321 Social Science Building, 1180 Observatory Drive
University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI 53726 USA
amy.stambach@wisc.edu

WISTON ANDREW MOGHA

P. O. Box 97, Kigoma
Mobile: +255756263596
E-mail: wmogha22@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Wiston Mogha, Motivated, adaptable as well as a responsible sociologist graduate from the University of Saint Augustine Mwanza. Presently working with Maarifa Research and Training Associates Limited. In my current position, Mr. Mogha acts as an Administrative manager. I am an organized and disciplined professional who thrives on time management and project planning. I also consider myself to be a fast learner. I can work independently, yet strong in a team.

CAREER OBJECTIVE

Understand and analyze social behavior, institutions and patterns of interaction in order to address social problems and promote positive change. This involves conducting research, interpreting data and applying sociological theories to help improve policies, communities or organizations.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Jamil Media Company Limited
Plot No 73/75 Block A Mikocheni
P.O.Box 4203, Dar Es Salaam
Tel: 0222701450

2016 (Liaison Officer)

Act as a focal point and Link for all communications between the project and stakeholders.
Supervise logistics and organizational issues related to the execution of project activities.
Monitoring project progress and performance
Liaises with, and updates progress to, Jamil media Management

Hotel Manager, AWIMO and MEGESU Lodge, Kigoma
(December 2018- December 2020).

Day- to- day operation of hotel, including working with vendors for maintenance, mechanical, office supplies, office equipment;
Hiring of hotel attendant, cleaners and receptionist;
Performance management of hotel staff;
Procurement management of groceries, stationaries, other electronic equipment's etc.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Bachelor of Art in Sociology, St Augustine University of Tanzania, November 2017
Certificate in Journalism and Media Studies, St Augustine University of Tanzania, 2014
Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education, Newman High School 2013
Ordinary Certificate of Secondary Education, Peace Secondary School 2009
Certificate of Primary Education, Carmel Convent Primary School 2005

CORE COMPETENCIES

Proficient in Microsoft Office packages '13 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications;

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

Excellent English and Swahili language skills (Verbal and written)

REFERENCES

1. Hussein Juma Ruhava
X-Mayor-(2015-2020)
Kigoma Ujiji Municipality
P. O. Box 728
Kigoma
Email: info@ruhava.or.tz
Mobile: +255753623600

2. Samuel Derick Mwanjute,
Tax Manager
Stanbic Bank Tanzania
P. O. Box 6437
DAR-ES-SALAAM.
Mobile: +255715247153