Florian Mugabo
Summary
A highly skilled and results-oriented manager with 14 years of experience in monitoring climate change, environmental conservation, and agricultural development related projects. Specializing in project management, monitoring, and evaluation, with extensive expertise in watershed management, catchment rehabilitation, and adaptation strategies for climate change mitigation. Strong background in managing programs and portfolio of funded projects, aligning them with organizational goals, and ensuring successful implementation. gifted and well-grounded at leading multidisciplinary teams with agile techniques. With good experience in collaborating with government agencies, development partners, and stakeholders to drive sustainable environmental projects.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Projects Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst
Rwanda Green Fund (FONERWA)
01.2022 - Current
- Lead the monitoring and evaluation processes for a portfolio of climate change and environmental conservation projects
- Support project design and implementation, ensuring alignment with FONERWA’s strategic objectives and environmental goals
- Conduct in-depth project performance assessments, providing recommendations for improvements and adjustments
- Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to ensure the successful execution of funded projects
Programs Management Division Manager
Rwanda Green Fund (FONERWA)
04.2019 - 01.2022
- Managed a diverse portfolio of 45+ funded projects focused on climate change adaptation, mitigation, and environmental conservation
- Supervised project managers, ensuring timely and efficient delivery of project milestones and outcomes
- Coordinated partnerships with national and international stakeholders, ensuring strong communication and project alignment with the broader climate agenda
- Developed and implemented monitoring and evaluation frameworks, tracking the progress and impact of funded projects
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Rwanda Green Fund (FONERWA)
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Developed and implemented M&E strategies for projects focused on climate change adaptation and mitigation
- Conducted evaluations to assess project effectiveness and impact, providing data-driven insights for decision-making
- Led the design of M&E plans, ensuring adherence to national and international reporting standards
Watershed Management Officer
World Bank Funded Projects
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Coordinated efforts with government agencies and stakeholders to implement watershed management and catchment rehabilitation strategies;
- Monitored the progress of field operations, ensuring that projects were completed on time and in alignment with environmental standards
Project Manager
Gishwati Ecosystem Rehabilitation
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Managed the rehabilitation of the fragile Gishwati ecosystem, focusing on restoring biodiversity and improving land management practices
Education
Master’s degree - development studies
National University of Rwanda (NUR)
01.2014
Bachelor’s degree - agriculture engineering (Soils and Environmental Management)
National University of Rwanda (NUR)
01.2007
Skills
- Project Management: Expertise in managing climate change and environmental management related projects from design to implementation
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Strong experience in developing M&E frameworks, conducting project performance-based monitoring, and reporting on project performance
- Climate Change Adaptation & Mitigation: Extensive knowledge of climate change adaptation practices, watershed management, and environmental conservation strategies
- Stakeholder Engagement: Proven ability to engage and collaborate with government agencies, development partners, and local communities
- Leadership: Demonstrated leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams and large project portfolios
- Land care technical Expertise: Knowledge in land husbandry technologies, catchment rehabilitation, and sustainable agriculture practices
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Contract Management Specialization
- Adaptation Planning in African Cities
- Inclusive Leadership
- Nature based solutions for disaster and climate resilience
- Land Husbandry Technologies
- Small Scale Irrigation Systems
Language proficiency
Languages Fluency: fluent in English, French, Kinyarwanda and Swahili languages
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Successfully managed a portfolio of over 45 climate change adaptation and environmental conservation projects under the Rwanda Green Fund, contributing to sustainable environmental practices nationwide.
- Spearheaded the rehabilitation of the Gishwati ecosystem, improving land productivity and biodiversity conservation, through managing the Gishwati Water and land Management project.
- Played a key role in developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation systems that improved project performance and reporting standards.
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Contract Management Specialization
- Adaptation Planning in African Cities
- Inclusive Leadership
- Nature based solutions for disaster and climate resilience
- Land Husbandry Technologies
- Small Scale Irrigation Systems
Additional Information
none
Timeline
Projects Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst
Rwanda Green Fund (FONERWA)
01.2022 - Current
Programs Management Division Manager
Rwanda Green Fund (FONERWA)
04.2019 - 01.2022
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
Rwanda Green Fund (FONERWA)
03.2017 - 01.2019
Watershed Management Officer
World Bank Funded Projects
01.2014 - 01.2017
Project Manager
Gishwati Ecosystem Rehabilitation
01.2011 - 01.2014
Bachelor’s degree - agriculture engineering (Soils and Environmental Management)
National University of Rwanda (NUR)
Master’s degree - development studies
National University of Rwanda (NUR)
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