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Work History
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Ecosystem community and Climate (USAID Project)
Certification
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Maria Sakaita HUKUI

Luanda

Summary

Talented professional brings proven abilities in end-to-end project management. Expert in identifying and mitigating risks, reaching milestones, and managing deliverables. Highly organized leader with great attention to detail.

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a background in gender and social inclusion at The Nature Conservancy. Proven track record of developing and implementing diversity initiatives, conducting impactful sensitivity training, and ensuring compliance with equality laws. Recognized for strong communication skills, cultural competence, and exceptional problem-solving abilities that foster positive relationships across all organizational levels. Contributions have significantly advanced workplace diversity and inclusion efforts.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Gender and Social Inclusion Officer

The Nature Conservancy (TNC)
Luanda
09.2023 - 04.2025
  • Engaged external consultants when necessary for specialized expertise on complex issues related to diversity and inclusion.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to promote a culture of inclusion, respect and equal opportunities, in the Okavango communities.
  • Analyzed data from partners engagement surveys to identify areas where improvement is needed.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure successful completion of projects on time and within budget.
  • Coordinated logistics for international events, including travel arrangements, accommodations, and local regulations compliance.
  • Facilitated women's involvement in various social initiatives.

Volunteer

Katutura Youth Center
Windhoek
02.2021 - 09.2022
  • Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
  • Made referrals to utilize community resources for resident's needs.
  • Guided young learners in developing skills for sustainable food production.
  • Supervised agricultural activities maintaining supply chain to the center.

Junior Farm Manager

Uvhungu-Vhungu Farm
Rundo
02.2019 - 07.2019
  • Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
  • Inspected fields regularly to ensure proper fertilization levels are maintained.
  • Coordinated clerical, recordkeeping and marketing strategies to enhance business operations and boost profits.
  • Prepared reports detailing operational activities such as labor hours worked per task or acreage harvested each day.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science - Sustainable Agriculture

NAMIBIA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Namibia
06-2021

Skills

  • Report writing
  • Data analysis
  • Team collaboration
  • Cultural awareness
  • Project management
  • Strong Interpersonal Communication
  • Skilled in Engaging Audiences
  • Perform Well Under Stress

Personal Information

  • Age: 26
  • Citizenship: Angolan

Languages

Portuguese
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Proficient (C2)
C2

Ecosystem community and Climate (USAID Project)

Women's Fisheries and Forest Cooperative – Okavango Headwaters Conservation established a women's fisheries and forest cooperative to promote sustainable fisheries and conservation efforts in the Okavango headwaters Educated the local community on best practices for fisheries management and environmental preservation, fostering both economic empowerment and long-term ecological sustainability. This initiative helped strengthen community involvement in conservation while creating sustainable income opportunities for local women.

Certification

  • USAID rules and regulations
  • Capacity development approaches for strengthening interventions at the country level
  • Workplace Communication basis
  • Introduction to ethics in evidence generation, UNICEF
  • Real water saving in agricultural systems (FAO)
  • Gender and environment

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Gender and Social Inclusion Officer

The Nature Conservancy (TNC)
09.2023 - 04.2025

Volunteer

Katutura Youth Center
02.2021 - 09.2022

Junior Farm Manager

Uvhungu-Vhungu Farm
02.2019 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Applied Science - Sustainable Agriculture

NAMIBIA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Maria Sakaita HUKUI