Solutions focused researcher and analyst. People-centred approach to design and learning. Current global expert on the Zande Scheme! (Developing creative ideas to disseminate this knowledge more widely) 10+years on-ground research in East Africa- South Sudan (Western Equatoria and Juba), Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania and Kenya. Solo, team, and team leader. Emphasis on understanding localised sociopolitical environments, and the interplay with national, regional, and global contexts (present and historic). Previous practical and research work within a broad range of thematic areas, including: agriculture, sustainable livelihoods, HIV/AIDS, health, climate change, education, and post-conflict reconstruction. Exceptional track record in writing successful funding applications for both academic and non-profit sector projects. Delivering training- specialism in adapting materials to minimal resource contexts, and also matching style to varied literacy and educational backgrounds. Lateral thinker. Idea generator. Challenger of perspectives. Eye for detail. (Currently wasted skill in proofreading web pages and online articles) Polite diplomatic negotiator! Key strengths- resilience and adaptability Trained in remote first aid and survival essentials. Experience of hostile environments and situations. French. Swahili. Part time carer- resulting in lots of knowledge and experience of the UK disability/accessibility sector. I am looking to put this to good use for the benefit of others! Open to collaborations, sharing of knowledge, time, effort, and potentially investment ideas!