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BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE
Contact details: C/o Abt Associates/SUFP Program, P.O Box 33131, Lusaka, Zambia.
Mobile #: +260 977 806080 / +260 966 806080 +260 977657288
E- mail: bckawimbe@yahoo.co.uk
EDUCATION BACKGROUND
INSTITUTION QUALIFICATION PERIOD
University of the Free State -South
Africa
Master’s Degree in Development Studies 2009 - 2010
University of Zambia Bachelor’s degree with a major in Psychology 1999 - 2003
Cambridge University Professional Diploma in Project Management 2006
University of Zambia Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation 2006
Kalonga Secondary School Grade 12 O’ Level School Certificate 1992-1996
OTHER CERTIFICATES
2010: Certificate in Communication, Information Gathering, Analysis and Report Writing – Impact
Training and Development Institute of South Africa
2009: Certificate – USAID/CDC Regulations and Policies - Centre for Public Management
2009: Certificate - Financial Management of USAID/CDC Awards - Centre for Public Management
2007: Trainer of Trainers Certificate in Child Rights Programming - Save the Children Sweden
2005: Certificate of Attendance – Women in Leadership workshop – World Vision (South Africa)
2004: Trainer of Trainers Certificate in Assertiveness Training - Department of Psychology – UNZA
2003: Certificate of attendance in corruption awareness - Anti Corruption Commission
ABOUT BERNARD KAWIMBE
Bernard Kawimbe has an unparalleled background in social advocacy in Zambia, with a focus on HIV/AIDS, gender,
Family planning/Reproductive Health, Human Rights and Child Protection related issues, and has managed several
donor-funded health advocacy interventions. He also has significant experience in community development, project
planning, design and management, budget monitoring, human resources management, and capacity building.
Currently Mr. Kawimbe is a leading team member (Community Mobilization Team Leader) of a DFID funded
programme that works with the Zambian government to strengthen the uptake of family planning services. Mr Kawimbe
earned a Master’s Degree in Development Studies at the University of the Free State in South Africa, a Bachelor’s
Degree at the University of Zambia and a Professional Diploma in Project Management from Cambridge University.
PERSONAL STRENGTHS
 Self-motivated, dynamic, transparent and accountable
 Effective networker and partnership builder with very good leadership, interpersonal and report writing skills
 Strong community mobilization and advocacy skills in HIV/AIDS, Sexual and Reproductive Health, human rights
and gender. I am also culturally sensitive having worked in multicultural environments
 Conversant with Project Management techniques including monitoring and evaluation
 Conversant with research skills
 Excellent computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project and internet explorer
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BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE
EMPLOYMENT RECORD
Dates: January 2012 - present Position: Team Leader - Community Mobilization and
Adolescent Social Outreach
Organisation: Abt Associates – Scaling up Family
Planning Program in Zambia funded by DFID-UK.
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social
and environmental policy and international development. Scaling up Family Planning (SUFP) Program in Zambia is
a four years DFID funded program that aims at strengthening family planning services in 26 of Zambia’s lowest-
performing districts and improve access to FP services.
Reporting and Lines of Communication
 Reports directly to the Country Programme Director/Chief of Party
 Liaises and supervises the BCC efforts of CBOs to complete community activities
 Supervises District Outreach Coordinators
Main Technical/Administrative Functions
 Provides technical leadership in community mobilization, reaches out to adolescents, and encourages community-
based organisational engagement
 Build national, provincial, district and community partnerships for effective community mobilization
 Lobby key influential gate keepers such as traditional, religious and civic leaders to support FP/RH services
 Leads activities that involve/increase the voice of the community/young people in RH planning and service delivery
 Builds the capacity of health system stakeholders and counterpart agencies at the national and subnational levels
to engage community members and CBOs in RH planning and policies
 Develops processes to support community groups in identifying RH needs and services in target districts
 Work closely with the BCC Team leader to develop appropriate messages aimed at changing the mind-sets of
people towards acceptability of FP services
 Develops budgets and work plans for the community component of the programme
Reporting and Lines of Communication
 Reports to DFID/Zambia and Abt’s portfolio Manager
Main Technical/Administrative Functions
 Helped to set priorities for project technical vision and implementation plan
 Provided technical and managerial support; resolve issues that impede implementation
 Established and maintained an effective working relationship with MOH at the National level as well as with project
partners and DFID
 Served as project contact for DFID, MOH and other donor programs
Dates: December 2007 – Feb 2012 Position: Provincial Programmes Officer
Organization: FHI360 under ZPCTII Programme funded Location: Central Province (Kabwe, Zambia)
Dates: March 2012 – April 2012 Position: Acting Country Program Director – SUFP
Program
Organization: Abt Associates – Scaling up Family
Planning Program in Zambia funded by DFID.
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
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BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE
by USAID
ZPCT II works with the Government of the Republic of Zambia to strengthen Zambia’s national health system in the
delivery of comprehensive HIV and AIDS services. ZPCT II is managed by FHI360
Basic Functions:
Under the supervision of the Provincial Program Manager (PPM), and as a member of the Provincial Program
management team, participate in planning, designing, implementing, reviewing and reporting on Provincial ZPCT II
HIV/AIDS activities and other identified activities under the recipient agreements.
Key duties and responsibilities:
 Participate actively in program planning, designing, reviewing, monitoring and reporting on ZPCT II activities.
 Interact with local partners (government and non-government) and ZPCT Central Office staff to develop and
process recipient agreements, budgets, MOUs, amendments, and other subproject documents.
 Work closely with Provincial M&E Officer to implement the ZPCT M&E Plan at the provincial level
 Coordinate the implementation of the provincial quality assurance and quality improvement plan by technical units
 Coordinate infrastructure support to health facilities in the province and work with partners to solicit bids, ensure
transparent selection procedures and draft contracts.
 Work closely with the Provincial Program Manager in development and coordination of draft key documents, such
as provincial monthly reports, work plans and budgets for review, approval and submission to the Lusaka Office.
 Work closely with the Provincial Community Mobilization and Referral Officer with planning, implementation,
support and monitoring of community and HIV/AIDS referral activities.
 Remain informed on current programs and research in the HIV /AIDS prevention and care fields, and projects and
partners within the province and provide HIV/AIDS programmatic assistance to local ZPCTII partners
 Coordinate all provincial gender related activities and ensure gender is integrated in program activities
 Lead all Capacity Building activities implemented by Cardno Emerging Markets and ensure that the capacity of
health care workers is built in finance, HR, Planning and Governance sectors.
Dates: July 2006 – December 2007 Position: Advocacy Officer
Organization: World Vision International – Zambia Location: World Vision National Office, Lusaka
World Vision is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation dedicated to working with children, families
and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. The position supported World Vision Zambia’s implementation of
the Advocacy Strategy at both national and Programme level.
Basic Functions:
Under the supervision of the Head of Advocacy and Communications and closely working with the Communications
Manager and Area Development Programme (ADP) Managers, actively participate in developing, implementing,
coordinating and reporting on World Vision Zambia’s advocacy initiatives to overcome poverty and injustice
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
 Working closely with the Head of Advocacy and Communications and ADP managers in developing, implementing,
coordinating and monitoring of World Vision Zambia’s advocacy initiatives at both national and ADP level in the
field of gender, child protection, human rights, OVC, and poverty reduction
 Implementing, enforcing and reviewing (whenever necessary) World Vision Zambia’s Child Protection Policy.
 Coordinating the Global Movement for Children (GMC) HIV/AIDS National Coalition and leading the movement’s
advocacy engagements
 Ensuring the integration of Gender and Child rights into ADP programming and facilitating the participation of
women and children in decision making processes at national and community level
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BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE
 Engaging the services of law enforcement offices, appropriate government ministries, networks, NGO’s, traditional
leaders and communities to advocate for the legal rights of women and children
 Building capacity of Area Development Programme (ADP) staff and communities in advocacy
 Facilitating policy and advocacy engagement between community members and decision makers
Dates: July 2005 – June 2006 Position: Assistant Project Coordinator (SADC/EU project
on HIV/AIDS in Transport Sector)
Organisation: World Vision International – Zambia Location: Word Vision National Office, Lusaka
Duties and responsibilities as Assistant Project Coordinator
 Under the supervision of the HIV/AIDS and Health Team leader, facilitate the development of HIV/AIDS work place
policies for transport companies to mitigate the impact of the pandemic in the transport sector.
 Build capacity for transport sector companies for HIV/AIDS workplace policies and strategies
 Work closely with Ministry of Transport and Communication officials, Transport Union Officials and Officials from
Transport companies to ensure that issues of HIV/AIDS are sufficiently addressed in the transport sector.
 Facilitate, monitor and document the process of HIV/AIDS Policy formulation and implementation by transporters
Dates: July 2004 – June 2005 Position: Gender, HIV/AIDS and Advocacy Project
Coordinator
Organisation: World Vision International – Zambia Location: World Vision National Office (Lusaka, Zambia)
Duties and responsibilities:
 Ensuring that gender and HIV/AIDS are sufficiently addressed in project areas and building the capacity of
traditional leaders and community members to enable them effectively address issues of gender and development
 Creating awareness in project areas on HIV/AIDS, Human Rights, gender and Reproductive Health Education
among traditional leaders, community men, women, and children
 Facilitating the mainstreaming of gender in World Vision Zambia’s ADPs
 Building relationships with other stakeholders with an interest in HIV/AIDS and gender issues
 Building capacity of programme staff and community leaders to effectively engage in gender/HIV/AIDS advocacy
 Facilitating the formation of gender clubs to compliment anti AIDS clubs in schools
 Coordinating the training of women in communities in livelihood skills to mitigate poverty
Dates: February 2004 – July 2004 Position: Tutor ( Psychology)
Organisation: University of Zambia - Dept of Psychology Location: University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia
Main duties and Responsibilities as Tutor included the following:
 Tutoring Psychology undergraduate students in line with the Department of Psychology’s course objectives
 marking of student’s assignments and tests
 Invigilating student exams and tests
INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES ATTENDED
 Mar 2006: Women in Leadership Workshop - Johannesburg - South Africa
 July 2005: Make Poverty History Campaigns - Edinburgh – Scotland
 July 2005: Development Education Conference on “Global Citizenship” - London
AWARDS
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BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE
 Awarded a scholarship by the Health Economics and Aids Research Division (HEARD) of the University of
KwaZulu-Natal for Masters’ degree research on paediatric access to antiretroviral therapy
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
 Professional member of the Zambia Counseling Council
 Secretary for the Kabwe Chambers of Commerce and Industry Fundraising Committee
PUBLICATIONS:
 Paediatric Access to Antiretroviral Therapy in Kabwe District, Zambia: The perceptions of Healthcare Workers
REFEREES
Dr. Musenge Matibini Dr. De Wet Katinka Mr. Malekiado Phiri
Abt Associates/ZISSP Senior Lecturer Senior Manager,
P. O Box 81402, University of the Free State ZPI,
Lusaka P.O Box 339 (Internal Box 100) Lusaka, Zambia.
Cell #: +260 979309738 9300 Cell # +260 966763266
South Africa. Email: mphiri@zpizambia.org
E-mail: musengem@zambiaissp.org Tel: +27(0)51-4013723
Fax: +27(0)514013424
Email: DewetK@ufs.ac.za
Mr. Maurice Pengele
M&E Team Leader
Abt Associates/SUFP Program
P.O Box 33131
Lusaka
Mobile # +260965412516
e-mail : Maurice_Pengele@zambiasufp.org
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BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE
 Awarded a scholarship by the Health Economics and Aids Research Division (HEARD) of the University of
KwaZulu-Natal for Masters’ degree research on paediatric access to antiretroviral therapy
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
 Professional member of the Zambia Counseling Council
 Secretary for the Kabwe Chambers of Commerce and Industry Fundraising Committee
PUBLICATIONS:
 Paediatric Access to Antiretroviral Therapy in Kabwe District, Zambia: The perceptions of Healthcare Workers
REFEREES
Dr. Musenge Matibini Dr. De Wet Katinka Mr. Malekiado Phiri
Abt Associates/ZISSP Senior Lecturer Senior Manager,
P. O Box 81402, University of the Free State ZPI,
Lusaka P.O Box 339 (Internal Box 100) Lusaka, Zambia.
Cell #: +260 979309738 9300 Cell # +260 966763266
South Africa. Email: mphiri@zpizambia.org
E-mail: musengem@zambiaissp.org Tel: +27(0)51-4013723
Fax: +27(0)514013424
Email: DewetK@ufs.ac.za
Mr. Maurice Pengele
M&E Team Leader
Abt Associates/SUFP Program
P.O Box 33131
Lusaka
Mobile # +260965412516
e-mail : Maurice_Pengele@zambiasufp.org
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C.V FOR BERNARD KAWIMBE

  • 1. BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE Contact details: C/o Abt Associates/SUFP Program, P.O Box 33131, Lusaka, Zambia. Mobile #: +260 977 806080 / +260 966 806080 +260 977657288 E- mail: bckawimbe@yahoo.co.uk EDUCATION BACKGROUND INSTITUTION QUALIFICATION PERIOD University of the Free State -South Africa Master’s Degree in Development Studies 2009 - 2010 University of Zambia Bachelor’s degree with a major in Psychology 1999 - 2003 Cambridge University Professional Diploma in Project Management 2006 University of Zambia Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation 2006 Kalonga Secondary School Grade 12 O’ Level School Certificate 1992-1996 OTHER CERTIFICATES 2010: Certificate in Communication, Information Gathering, Analysis and Report Writing – Impact Training and Development Institute of South Africa 2009: Certificate – USAID/CDC Regulations and Policies - Centre for Public Management 2009: Certificate - Financial Management of USAID/CDC Awards - Centre for Public Management 2007: Trainer of Trainers Certificate in Child Rights Programming - Save the Children Sweden 2005: Certificate of Attendance – Women in Leadership workshop – World Vision (South Africa) 2004: Trainer of Trainers Certificate in Assertiveness Training - Department of Psychology – UNZA 2003: Certificate of attendance in corruption awareness - Anti Corruption Commission ABOUT BERNARD KAWIMBE Bernard Kawimbe has an unparalleled background in social advocacy in Zambia, with a focus on HIV/AIDS, gender, Family planning/Reproductive Health, Human Rights and Child Protection related issues, and has managed several donor-funded health advocacy interventions. He also has significant experience in community development, project planning, design and management, budget monitoring, human resources management, and capacity building. Currently Mr. Kawimbe is a leading team member (Community Mobilization Team Leader) of a DFID funded programme that works with the Zambian government to strengthen the uptake of family planning services. Mr Kawimbe earned a Master’s Degree in Development Studies at the University of the Free State in South Africa, a Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Zambia and a Professional Diploma in Project Management from Cambridge University. PERSONAL STRENGTHS  Self-motivated, dynamic, transparent and accountable  Effective networker and partnership builder with very good leadership, interpersonal and report writing skills  Strong community mobilization and advocacy skills in HIV/AIDS, Sexual and Reproductive Health, human rights and gender. I am also culturally sensitive having worked in multicultural environments  Conversant with Project Management techniques including monitoring and evaluation  Conversant with research skills  Excellent computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project and internet explorer 1
  • 2. BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE EMPLOYMENT RECORD Dates: January 2012 - present Position: Team Leader - Community Mobilization and Adolescent Social Outreach Organisation: Abt Associates – Scaling up Family Planning Program in Zambia funded by DFID-UK. Location: Lusaka, Zambia Abt Associates is a mission-driven, global leader in research and program implementation in the fields of health, social and environmental policy and international development. Scaling up Family Planning (SUFP) Program in Zambia is a four years DFID funded program that aims at strengthening family planning services in 26 of Zambia’s lowest- performing districts and improve access to FP services. Reporting and Lines of Communication  Reports directly to the Country Programme Director/Chief of Party  Liaises and supervises the BCC efforts of CBOs to complete community activities  Supervises District Outreach Coordinators Main Technical/Administrative Functions  Provides technical leadership in community mobilization, reaches out to adolescents, and encourages community- based organisational engagement  Build national, provincial, district and community partnerships for effective community mobilization  Lobby key influential gate keepers such as traditional, religious and civic leaders to support FP/RH services  Leads activities that involve/increase the voice of the community/young people in RH planning and service delivery  Builds the capacity of health system stakeholders and counterpart agencies at the national and subnational levels to engage community members and CBOs in RH planning and policies  Develops processes to support community groups in identifying RH needs and services in target districts  Work closely with the BCC Team leader to develop appropriate messages aimed at changing the mind-sets of people towards acceptability of FP services  Develops budgets and work plans for the community component of the programme Reporting and Lines of Communication  Reports to DFID/Zambia and Abt’s portfolio Manager Main Technical/Administrative Functions  Helped to set priorities for project technical vision and implementation plan  Provided technical and managerial support; resolve issues that impede implementation  Established and maintained an effective working relationship with MOH at the National level as well as with project partners and DFID  Served as project contact for DFID, MOH and other donor programs Dates: December 2007 – Feb 2012 Position: Provincial Programmes Officer Organization: FHI360 under ZPCTII Programme funded Location: Central Province (Kabwe, Zambia) Dates: March 2012 – April 2012 Position: Acting Country Program Director – SUFP Program Organization: Abt Associates – Scaling up Family Planning Program in Zambia funded by DFID. Location: Lusaka, Zambia 2
  • 3. BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE by USAID ZPCT II works with the Government of the Republic of Zambia to strengthen Zambia’s national health system in the delivery of comprehensive HIV and AIDS services. ZPCT II is managed by FHI360 Basic Functions: Under the supervision of the Provincial Program Manager (PPM), and as a member of the Provincial Program management team, participate in planning, designing, implementing, reviewing and reporting on Provincial ZPCT II HIV/AIDS activities and other identified activities under the recipient agreements. Key duties and responsibilities:  Participate actively in program planning, designing, reviewing, monitoring and reporting on ZPCT II activities.  Interact with local partners (government and non-government) and ZPCT Central Office staff to develop and process recipient agreements, budgets, MOUs, amendments, and other subproject documents.  Work closely with Provincial M&E Officer to implement the ZPCT M&E Plan at the provincial level  Coordinate the implementation of the provincial quality assurance and quality improvement plan by technical units  Coordinate infrastructure support to health facilities in the province and work with partners to solicit bids, ensure transparent selection procedures and draft contracts.  Work closely with the Provincial Program Manager in development and coordination of draft key documents, such as provincial monthly reports, work plans and budgets for review, approval and submission to the Lusaka Office.  Work closely with the Provincial Community Mobilization and Referral Officer with planning, implementation, support and monitoring of community and HIV/AIDS referral activities.  Remain informed on current programs and research in the HIV /AIDS prevention and care fields, and projects and partners within the province and provide HIV/AIDS programmatic assistance to local ZPCTII partners  Coordinate all provincial gender related activities and ensure gender is integrated in program activities  Lead all Capacity Building activities implemented by Cardno Emerging Markets and ensure that the capacity of health care workers is built in finance, HR, Planning and Governance sectors. Dates: July 2006 – December 2007 Position: Advocacy Officer Organization: World Vision International – Zambia Location: World Vision National Office, Lusaka World Vision is a Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice. The position supported World Vision Zambia’s implementation of the Advocacy Strategy at both national and Programme level. Basic Functions: Under the supervision of the Head of Advocacy and Communications and closely working with the Communications Manager and Area Development Programme (ADP) Managers, actively participate in developing, implementing, coordinating and reporting on World Vision Zambia’s advocacy initiatives to overcome poverty and injustice Key Duties and Responsibilities:  Working closely with the Head of Advocacy and Communications and ADP managers in developing, implementing, coordinating and monitoring of World Vision Zambia’s advocacy initiatives at both national and ADP level in the field of gender, child protection, human rights, OVC, and poverty reduction  Implementing, enforcing and reviewing (whenever necessary) World Vision Zambia’s Child Protection Policy.  Coordinating the Global Movement for Children (GMC) HIV/AIDS National Coalition and leading the movement’s advocacy engagements  Ensuring the integration of Gender and Child rights into ADP programming and facilitating the participation of women and children in decision making processes at national and community level 3
  • 4. BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE  Engaging the services of law enforcement offices, appropriate government ministries, networks, NGO’s, traditional leaders and communities to advocate for the legal rights of women and children  Building capacity of Area Development Programme (ADP) staff and communities in advocacy  Facilitating policy and advocacy engagement between community members and decision makers Dates: July 2005 – June 2006 Position: Assistant Project Coordinator (SADC/EU project on HIV/AIDS in Transport Sector) Organisation: World Vision International – Zambia Location: Word Vision National Office, Lusaka Duties and responsibilities as Assistant Project Coordinator  Under the supervision of the HIV/AIDS and Health Team leader, facilitate the development of HIV/AIDS work place policies for transport companies to mitigate the impact of the pandemic in the transport sector.  Build capacity for transport sector companies for HIV/AIDS workplace policies and strategies  Work closely with Ministry of Transport and Communication officials, Transport Union Officials and Officials from Transport companies to ensure that issues of HIV/AIDS are sufficiently addressed in the transport sector.  Facilitate, monitor and document the process of HIV/AIDS Policy formulation and implementation by transporters Dates: July 2004 – June 2005 Position: Gender, HIV/AIDS and Advocacy Project Coordinator Organisation: World Vision International – Zambia Location: World Vision National Office (Lusaka, Zambia) Duties and responsibilities:  Ensuring that gender and HIV/AIDS are sufficiently addressed in project areas and building the capacity of traditional leaders and community members to enable them effectively address issues of gender and development  Creating awareness in project areas on HIV/AIDS, Human Rights, gender and Reproductive Health Education among traditional leaders, community men, women, and children  Facilitating the mainstreaming of gender in World Vision Zambia’s ADPs  Building relationships with other stakeholders with an interest in HIV/AIDS and gender issues  Building capacity of programme staff and community leaders to effectively engage in gender/HIV/AIDS advocacy  Facilitating the formation of gender clubs to compliment anti AIDS clubs in schools  Coordinating the training of women in communities in livelihood skills to mitigate poverty Dates: February 2004 – July 2004 Position: Tutor ( Psychology) Organisation: University of Zambia - Dept of Psychology Location: University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia Main duties and Responsibilities as Tutor included the following:  Tutoring Psychology undergraduate students in line with the Department of Psychology’s course objectives  marking of student’s assignments and tests  Invigilating student exams and tests INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCES ATTENDED  Mar 2006: Women in Leadership Workshop - Johannesburg - South Africa  July 2005: Make Poverty History Campaigns - Edinburgh – Scotland  July 2005: Development Education Conference on “Global Citizenship” - London AWARDS 4
  • 5. BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE  Awarded a scholarship by the Health Economics and Aids Research Division (HEARD) of the University of KwaZulu-Natal for Masters’ degree research on paediatric access to antiretroviral therapy PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP  Professional member of the Zambia Counseling Council  Secretary for the Kabwe Chambers of Commerce and Industry Fundraising Committee PUBLICATIONS:  Paediatric Access to Antiretroviral Therapy in Kabwe District, Zambia: The perceptions of Healthcare Workers REFEREES Dr. Musenge Matibini Dr. De Wet Katinka Mr. Malekiado Phiri Abt Associates/ZISSP Senior Lecturer Senior Manager, P. O Box 81402, University of the Free State ZPI, Lusaka P.O Box 339 (Internal Box 100) Lusaka, Zambia. Cell #: +260 979309738 9300 Cell # +260 966763266 South Africa. Email: mphiri@zpizambia.org E-mail: musengem@zambiaissp.org Tel: +27(0)51-4013723 Fax: +27(0)514013424 Email: DewetK@ufs.ac.za Mr. Maurice Pengele M&E Team Leader Abt Associates/SUFP Program P.O Box 33131 Lusaka Mobile # +260965412516 e-mail : Maurice_Pengele@zambiasufp.org 5
  • 6. BERNARD C. KAWIMBE - CURRICULUM VITAE  Awarded a scholarship by the Health Economics and Aids Research Division (HEARD) of the University of KwaZulu-Natal for Masters’ degree research on paediatric access to antiretroviral therapy PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP  Professional member of the Zambia Counseling Council  Secretary for the Kabwe Chambers of Commerce and Industry Fundraising Committee PUBLICATIONS:  Paediatric Access to Antiretroviral Therapy in Kabwe District, Zambia: The perceptions of Healthcare Workers REFEREES Dr. Musenge Matibini Dr. De Wet Katinka Mr. Malekiado Phiri Abt Associates/ZISSP Senior Lecturer Senior Manager, P. O Box 81402, University of the Free State ZPI, Lusaka P.O Box 339 (Internal Box 100) Lusaka, Zambia. Cell #: +260 979309738 9300 Cell # +260 966763266 South Africa. Email: mphiri@zpizambia.org E-mail: musengem@zambiaissp.org Tel: +27(0)51-4013723 Fax: +27(0)514013424 Email: DewetK@ufs.ac.za Mr. Maurice Pengele M&E Team Leader Abt Associates/SUFP Program P.O Box 33131 Lusaka Mobile # +260965412516 e-mail : Maurice_Pengele@zambiasufp.org 5