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Egbert Kyaruzi

@egbertkyaruzi

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Experienced humanitarian with a strong background in resettlement support.

Tanzania

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my humanitarian experience while contributing to impactful projects that support vulnerable populations.

I am a dedicated humanitarian with over 7 years of experience working with vulnerable and marginalized populations. My journey has been marked by a commitment to supporting refugees and ensuring their successful resettlement. I have developed and implemented programs that assist students, particularly refugees, in navigating their academic journeys.

In my current role as a Resettlement Expert with the Church World Service, I have honed my skills in crisis intervention, community outreach, and case management. My experience includes leading teams in various successful projects across Sub-Saharan Africa, where I have provided critical support to survivors of gender-based violence and implemented safeguarding programs. I take pride in my ability to maintain effective communication with various stakeholders, ensuring that the needs of the communities I serve are met.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated strong leadership and organizational skills, successfully managing multiple priorities while fostering a positive team environment. I am passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and am always willing to take on added responsibilities to achieve team goals.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Resettlement Expert

Church World Service/RSC Africa/UNHCR

Mar 2022 - Feb 2025 (2 years 11 months)

Traveled on deployments to UNHCR Sub-Saharan offices and refugee camps for protection, resettlement, and refugee counseling. Identified resettlement cases, conducted assessments, and completed UNHCR Resettlement Registration Forms (RRFs). Implemented safeguarding and child protection programs, including case management and psychosocial support services.

Refugee Protection Refugee Resettlement Child Protection Project Management UNHCR Procedures

Senior Caseworker

CWS/RSC Africa

Mar 2021 - Feb 2022 (11 months)

Served as Point of Contact and team lead, coordinating relations with UNHCR, IOM, USCIS, and other partners. Developed and updated standard operating procedures (SOPs) for field processing and facilitated staff training sessions. Implemented data protection policies and monitored program funding levels to ensure effective service delivery.

Team Leadership Standard Operating Procedures Facilitation Data Protection Monitoring Regulatory Compliance

Caseworker

CWS/RSC Africa

Feb 2018 - Feb 2021 (3 years)

Conducted Affidavit of Relationship (AOR) Screening and Pre-Screening One interviews, documenting applicant persecution claims. Prepared cases for United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) officers, including file review and constitution. Assessed eligibility of refugee applicants for final adjudication and maintained high client confidentiality.

Refugee Status Determination (RSD)Quality Control Confidentiality Relationship Building Regulatory Compliance

Project Officer

Plan International

Sep 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 3 months)

Assisted in the coordination and preparation of project-related trainings, meetings, and workshops, managing project correspondences. Ensured effective monitoring and coordination of project training delivery, capacity building, and financial management. Compiled partners' workplans and supported the collection and documentation of project case studies and success stories.

Project Coordination Administration Financial Management Stakeholder Engagement Data Collection Community Engagement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Saint Augustine University of Tanzania

Bachelor of Arts, Sociology

Studied Sociology at Saint Augustine University of Tanzania from 2011 to 2014. Gained a comprehensive understanding of societal structures, human behavior, and social issues.