Emmanuel Kwizera
Kigali, Kigali, Rwanda
Summary
A seasoned ICT for Agriculture Advisor at CNFA Hinga Wunguke, I spearheaded innovative ICT solutions to revolutionize Rwanda's agricultural sector, enhancing productivity and inclusivity. My leadership significantly improved digital transformation initiatives, underpinned by strong analytical skills and a talent for fostering high-performing teams.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
ICT for Agriculture Advisor
CNFA Hinga Wunguke
08.2023 - Current
- The main duties of the ICT4Ag Advisor include, but are not limited to:
- Provide technical advice and support in the development and implementation of ICT4Ag strategies to increase the use of ICT solutions in agriculture and strengthen the ICT4Ag ecosystem
- Conduct the above in collaboration with partners including public institutions, the Government of Rwanda, educational institutions, and the private sector (including but not limited to technology companies, agribusinesses, and financial institutions) to ensure buy-in and sustainability
- Facilitating and promoting strategic partnership opportunities with private institutions in strengthening the implementation of ICT solutions in agriculture sector.
- Lead the project interventions in mainstreaming ICT in agriculture value chain to foster innovation and increase customized ICT solutions that address Rwanda’s agriculture challenges through affordable and tailored ICT solutions.
- Organize and coordinate capacity-building programs for ICT in agriculture entrepreneurs to improve their businesses and their capacity to provide services to farmers and value chain players while also facilitating their access to additional resources.
- Organize capacity building and outreach activities to ICT for agriculture users (i.e., farmers,agro-dealers, food processors, financial institutions, etc.), to increase the adoption of ICT solutions in their activities.
- Contribute to the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning framework (including reporting), in close collaboration with Agriculture productivity Director and the MEL Director.
- Coordinate with relevant technical leads in the field and the Kigali-based technical and administrative management units to ensure smooth implementation of ICT4Ag activities;
- Coordinate with the ModAg grants and Catalytic Service Provider (CSP) team to ensure ICT4Ag-related grants and CSP contracts align with ICT4Ag mainstreaming strategies.
- Collaborate with the Gender and Social Inclusion Advisor to ensure all activities under the Advisor’s scope are inclusive of women, youth, and other marginalized groups
- Developed partnerships with Public and Private entities to foster collaboration on strengthening the access to digital information by market actors
- Conducted the agri-digital market accessibility assessment
Agriculture Knowledge Management Specialist
Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources
04.2019 - 05.2023
- To take the lead in the management of National Agriculture and livestock Insurance
- Information system (mobile application + Database management System) and provide technical support to end users
- Technically supervise and manage all ICT4RAG activities including lead design, development and implementation of technical guidance;
- Coordinate with private sector actors and other partners on implementing ICT4RAG related activities,
- Evaluate and advise MINAGRI thinking through the deployment of agriculturally appropriate technology based solutions;
- Developing and maintaining partnerships with key players involved in agricultural information and knowledge management, in both the private and public sector, to ensure that the sector is at the cutting edge in the provision of such services to farmers and stakeholders.
- Manage the work of any firms and/or consultants hired by MINAGRI to assist with ICT enabled solutions.
- Collaborate with other technical specialists and stakeholders to ensure coordination and avoid gaps and overlaps.
- Ensure that ICT4RAG solutions are pretested, proved effective and used efficiently and by the correct target group.
- Help develop, maintain, and follow the indicators set in the workplan for ICT4RAG. 10.Work with M&E Specialist to monitor and evaluate the progress and impact of ICT4RAG activities.
- To take the lead in the management of the Agricultural Management Information System (AMIS);Organize specific need assessments of knowledge and information;
- Technically manage MINAGRI Call Center
- Follow up on the content from MINAGRI and its boards, and make sure that agriculture information and knowledge are accessible by the targeted users through the MINAGRI websites.
- Provide general IT support to MINAGRI Staff
- Perform any other duty that may be assigned by the Program Manager, AICP for successful implementation of MINAGRI
Director of ICT
Rwanda Polytechnic-IPRC Gishari
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Responsible to Plan, Manage, Coordinate and Report on IT Unit’s Plans and Projects;
- Liaise with Users and Develop IT Strategies, Policies, Systems and Technologies to enhance the Performance of the institution;
- Contributing to the design of relevant ICT Training Programs for all Staff;
Assisting in other Technical Support Duties including Management of Systems and Applications. - Leadership and Direction of the ICT Unit
- Oversee regular technological audits of the institution to maintain and upgrade its systems as required.
- Submit annually an ICT budget that reflects the ICT procurement needs of the entire institution.
- Manage all IT systems & processes in line with the requirements and strategic direction of the institution.
- Define the institution’s strategy for ICT usage to improve organisational efficiency and knowledge sharing mandate.
- Provide technical assistance and direction to all IT Specialists
Assistant Lecturer
Rwanda Polytechnic-IPRC Gishari
03.2013 - 12.2018
- Prepare and deliver modules
- Assess students' performance
- Support students
Education
Master of Science - Information Technology
Kigali Independent University
Rwanda12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Rwanda
Rwanda10.2012
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of software development, architecture, and design patterns
- Experience leading digital transformation initiatives
- Experience in cloud computing technologies
- Experience in driving innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement
- Experience in building, leading, and mentoring high-performing technical teams
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to inspire and motivate staff
- Experience in managing vendor relationships, contracts, and service level agreements
- Ability to evaluate and select technology partners and solutions
Accomplishments
- 1.Led the assessment on digital market accessibility
Led the development of Livestock Insurance Management Information System
2. Led the revamping of MINAGRI Call Center
3. Led the development of an upgraded MINAGRI Esoko system
References
- Daniel Gies,Chief of Party at CNFA Hinga Wunguke
dgies@cnfa.org
+33782636696
- Louis de Montfort Nduwayezu,Business Analyst at Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources
louisdemontfort@minagri.gov.rw
Timeline
ICT for Agriculture Advisor
CNFA Hinga Wunguke
08.2023 - Current
Agriculture Knowledge Management Specialist
Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources
04.2019 - 05.2023
Director of ICT
Rwanda Polytechnic-IPRC Gishari
08.2018 - 04.2019
Assistant Lecturer
Rwanda Polytechnic-IPRC Gishari
03.2013 - 12.2018
Master of Science - Information Technology
Kigali Independent University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
University of Rwanda
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