Zacarias Filipe Chicuio

Indústria

Indústria

Indústria

Educação

University of Cambridge

University of Bradford

• Issues in Development Theory • Policy Analysis for Governance and Development • Security and Development in Fragile and Conflict-Affected Areas • Assessing Development Practice Needs and Outcomes • Natural Resources Governance • Project Implementation Management Dissertation theme: Evaluating Foreign Aid Effectiveness in Mozambique between 2005 - 2025: The Role of Sustainability and Local Ownership in Development Outcomes

Georgetown University

Define impact evaluation and recognize its importance. Describe the importance of randomization and the problems that can arise in randomized controlled trials (RCTs). Identify statistical concepts and tools for program evaluation. Interpret the concept of regression and how it informs RCT results. Illustrate the balance between sample size and cost of trial. Explain the value and application of quasi experimental methods

Coursera - Google

Micosoft powerpoint Microsoft excel Microsoft Office Project management Project scoping and planning Risk management Proficient in work management software and digital tools Effective stakeholder communication Budgeting and procurement

University of Washington

Activities and societies: • Facilitated roundtable discussions on pressing civic topics—public health, human rights, youth empowerment—engaging both U.S. and international viewpoints. • Contributed to local volunteer efforts (e.g., Food Lifeline), linking civic knowledge with community action. • Completed intensive leadership seminars and project‑design workshops to plan civic initiatives for implementation back home.Activities and societies: • Facilitated roundtable discussions on pressing civic topics—public health, human rights, youth empowerment—engaging both U.S. and international viewpoints. • Contributed to local volunteer efforts (e.g., Food Lifeline), linking civic knowledge with community action. • Completed intensive leadership seminars and project‑design workshops to plan civic initiatives for implementation back home.…see more - Took part in excursions to places like state capitols (e.g., TVW in Olympia), civic centers, and cultural landmarks—deepening understanding of American democratic institutions; Attended interactive seminars focused on developing civic leadership skills and designing community projects tailored to participants’ home countries; - Participated in moderated dialogues with peers and local experts on key social topics—including public health, human rights, youth employment, education, and demographic challenges—exploring both U.S. and global perspectives

Licungo University

I graduated from Universidade Licungo - Beira.

Volunteer Donor Researcher (Remote)

UNDP - United Nations Development Programme

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS • Researched and identified 20+ potential donors across sectors including health, water, education, and urban recovery for Gaza reconstruction • Categorized donors into crowdfunding, private, emerging, and institutional channels; proposed engagement strategies for each • Contributed to a collaborative donor mapping database with 40+ global volunteers using Google Sheets and UNDP templates

Research Assistant

University of Bradford

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS • Recognised by senior researchers for driving significant impacts through the creation of visual representations to present key findings in an appealing and concise manner • Contributed to the development of research methodologies, refining research questions and hypotheses related to conflict and development • Established trusted partnerships with core members of the Institute for Security Studies - Africa (Addis-Ababa) • Honed an environment of cross-collaboration by scheduling and promoting frequent project meetings RESPONSIBILITIES • Accountable for conducting in-depth literature searches, analysing existing research information, and preparing summaries to identified knowledge gaps and inform research direction • Managed a range of research materials, upholding complete discretion and confidentiality • Assisted in drafting research papers, annual reports, and presentations by summarizing emerging research findings • Collected, organised, and inputted research data into electronic databases following established protocols

Project Leader

Associação Juvenil Amor ao Próximo (AJAP)

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS • Secured significant funding from the U.S Department of State by networking with core representatives • Developed mutually beneficial relationships with leading professionals from Meridian International Center • Elevated wider community engagement by engaging with members to gather distinct requests and desired outcomes to promote inclusiveness RESPONSIBILITIES • Managed environmental rehabilitation initiatives including the planting of 980 trees across Beira • Led environmental rehabilitation initiatives including the planting of 980 trees and collaborated with Beira Municipality on coastal zone protection mechanisms, contributing to local climate adaptation efforts • Oversaw community mobilization, local partnerships, and volunteer management • Implemented education and SRHR campaigns in cyclone-affected communities in Sofala province, adapting activities to fragile, resource-constrained, and post-emergency environments. • Led tree-planting and environmental rehabilitation activities as part of climate-resilient agriculture and DRR efforts in coastal Beira.

Programme Management Coordinator

Mozambique United States Alumni Association

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS • Secured USD 100,000 in federal funding from USAID through successful grant writing and donor engagement • Designed a community data reporting requirements that improved real-time decision-making and accountability • Aligned programmes with national education and gender policies through liaison with local government and donors • Contributed to the development of organizational youth empowerment strategies, integrating national education and gender priorities into programmatic planning and training models. • Integrated climate resilient practices and gender sensitive approaches into youth empowerment programmes, ensuring alignment with emerging national adaptation priorities RESPONSIBILITIES • Led end-to-end coordination of youth empowerment and education programmes (PAIER - Promovendo Acesso e Igualdade na Educação das Raparigas) across four provinces—Maputo, Zambezia, Sofala, Cabo Delgado (Metuge) and Nampula displaying strong adaptability to volatile and varying contexts • Represented MUSAA in national forums and technical working groups on girls' education, youth empowerment, and donor coordination, contributing to policy dialogue and strategic alignment with national development agendas. • Oversaw USAID funding streams and ensured strict compliance with U.S. government financial reporting procedures, including SF-424A (Budget), SF-424B (Assurances), and SAM (System for Award Management) • Prepared monthly and quarterly project plans and internal reports; validated activity schedules and follow-up tools with district staff. • Managed a portfolio of 10 sub-grantees applying for USAID funds through MUSAA. Duties included evaluating project proposals, approving budgets, preparing contracts, and monitoring compliance • Managed programme delivery, budget tracking, M&E, procurement documentation, administrative compliance, and technical workplans aligned with donor (USAID) requirements and WeWorld-style field operations.

Community Engagement Manager

Jovens Unidos No Trabalho Para Oportunidades e Sucesso (JUNTOS) & Peace Corps

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACHIEVEMENTS • Designed and executed 12 community campaigns across Sofala province promoting girls' education and SRHR • Established 3 Girls’ Clubs providing menstrual hygiene and reproductive health workshops to 150+ girls • Linked 23 underprivileged girls to scholarships; tracked university admission outcomes with a tangible return on investment in education • Delivered English literacy sessions for 300+ women and girls, increasing access to job and education pathways