Dr. James Mushori

Dr. James Mushori in his capacity as Programme Officer- Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (ARISE Programme)|

His role involves setting up and implementation of a system to support evidence-based programming and continuous and adaptive learning for AAS programmes, with a focus on ARISE. This includes developing, updating, and coordinating monitoring and evaluation (M&E) activities and events for the ARISE grant, and promoting Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) knowledge transfer internally and externally. He will also ensure that MEL systems and capacity building effectively serve ARISE and other AAS programmes in contribution to the achievement of the AAS’ strategy.

Prior to joining AAS he worked with Olmanyara Tilil (OT), a Kenyan local NGO, where he served as the Director of Programmes, Research and Development, championing for environmental protection and climate change through adaptation and regeneration programs. While at OT, he led the development of a 5-year strategic plan, designed a theory of change (ToC) and also established the M&E system. Between 2017 and 2019, he monitored and evaluated a Global Fund Programme implemented under ASWA Alliance/HIVOS Southern Africa Hub among other partners, dubbed, “Key Population Representation, Evidence and Advocacy for Change in Health,” (GFATM-KP REACH programme), in eight Southern Africa countries namely South Africa, Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho, Zambia, Malawi, Zimbabwe and Eswatini formerly Swaziland.

Dr. Mushori is also serving as the current Board Chair of Agency for Child Resilience and Aids (ACRA-Kenya), Reviewer of two journals: International Journal of Construction Management by Taylor Francis and International Journal of Environment and Climate Change. He is a Part-Time Lecturer at the Department of Management Science and Project Planning, University of Nairobi and Operations Research Lecturer in the School of Business and Economics, Kabarak University in Kenya. He is well equipped with donor reporting experience for projects and programmes funded by the Global Fund, USAID, DANIDA, WORLD BANK among others. His mission is to foster a more equitable and just world where the voices of the right holders are amplified through strategic, collaborative, and impactful educational initiatives. Dr. Mushori holds a PhD in Project Planning and Management (M&E Specialization) from the University of Nairobi and has authored several research articles in peer reviewed journals. He's a NEMA registered Lead Expert (Environmental Impact Assessment/Audit) and a Member of Kenya Association of Project Managers (KAPM).