Client: European Commission for the Efficiency of Justice (CEPEJ), Council of Europe
Challenge: Lack of comprehensive data on gender equality in judicial recruitment and promotion across 47 Council of Europe member states. Member states requested evidence-based guidance on how to increase gender diversity in judiciaries.
My Role: Scientific Expert / Lead Researcher
Approach:
* Designed comprehensive qualitative research methodology
* Developed questionnaire covering recruitment processes, career progression, leadership access
* Conducted in-depth analysis of barriers to women’s judicial appointments
* Examined both formal processes and informal institutional dynamics
Deliverables:
* Research report with findings and analysis
* Policy recommendations for member states
* Reform guidelines for judicial authorities
* Presentation to CEPEJ working group
Impact:
* Research report submitted by CEPEJ for member state implementation
* Policy recommendations distributed to all 47 member states
* Findings informing judicial reform initiatives across Europe
* Contributing to evidence base for gender equality in justice systems
Duration: 18 months (2020-2022)
Skills Demonstrated: Qualitative research | Comparative analysis | Policy research | Technical writing | Stakeholder engagement
Client: International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES)
Challenge: Zambia’s 2021 general elections took place in a politically contentious environment with high risk of electoral violence. The Electoral Commission needed capacity building on conflict management and crisis response.
My Role: Election Support Trainer / Capacity Building Expert
Approach:
* Assisted in designing training curriculum on conflict management for electoral contexts
* Delivered nationwide training across multiple provinces
* Provided technical assistance to electoral commissioners
* Evaluated training effectiveness and provided follow-up support
Deliverables:
* Training curriculum and materials
* Workshop facilitation across provinces
* Capacity building for 76 electoral officials
* Post-training evaluation report
Impact:
* Electoral Commission staff equipped with conflict management tools
* Enhanced capacity to respond to potential electoral violence
* Contributed to peaceful conduct of contentious elections
* Strengthened institutional capacity for future elections
Duration: 4 months (March-June 2021)