JACQUELINE LAKAREBER
Wakiso
Summary
Experienced humanitarian and development specialist with over 15 years of leadership in designing and managing integrated programs across Education, Child Protection, Livelihoods, WASH, Shelter, and Community-Based Protection. Proven track record in implementing multi-million-dollar projects funded by ECHO, UNHCR, NMFA, and NORAD. Strong skills in MEAL, donor compliance, stakeholder engagement, and emergency response, with a deep commitment to building resilient and empowered communities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Project Officer, Education
SOS Children’s Villages
04.2025 - Current
- Leading the implementation of the QUEST project focused on enhancing education through technology.
- Responsibilities include budget oversight, teacher capacity building, mentoring school leaders, and documentation of outcomes.
- Key achievements: Improved learning outcomes via digital tools, established school improvement teams, and promoted inclusive, gender-responsive teaching practices.
Education Coordinator
PEAS Uganda
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Oversaw multi-district education programs, including emergency education response and curriculum innovation.
- Led gender-transformative initiatives and coordinated with national education bodies.
- Key achievements: Increased girls’ enrollment by 20%, improved retention and performance, trained over 150 teachers, and strengthened M&E systems for inclusivity tracking.
Education Officer
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
12.2021 - 12.2024
- Managed refugee education projects in Kampala and Isingiro under ECHO INCLUDE and SESBILL.
- Piloted cash-based interventions, led school improvement planning, and facilitated access to education for refugees.
- Key achievements: Rolled out inclusive education strategies, supported access to learning for displaced children, and collaborated with national institutions to support refugee education.
Education Coordinator
Save the Children International
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Rolled out global tools like ILET, led consortium capacity building, and ensured donor compliance.
Education Manager
Save the Children International
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Focused on quality learning in emergencies, safe infrastructure, and trauma-informed curricula.
Senior Education Officer
Save the Children International
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Led QLE research in partnership with Gulu University and University of Oslo, supporting education strategy and technical implementation.
Ministry of Education and Sports – Sacred Heart S.S. Gulu
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Delivered inclusive classroom instruction using child-friendly approaches.
- Contributed to curriculum review, coordinated assessments, and supported teacher development.
- Provided psychosocial support and monitored academic progress.
Norwegian Refugee Council
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Piloted and scaled the Accelerated Learning Programme (ALP) in post-conflict Northern Uganda.
- Oversaw operations in seven ALP centers, enrolling vulnerable, out-of-school children.
- Led community sensitization, teacher training, and infrastructure improvement.
- Monitored program implementation and reported on impact and donor accountability.
Education
Certificate of Advanced Studies - Higher Education in Emergencies
University of Geneva
Certificate - Education in Emergencies (Blended)
University of Geneva
Master’s Degree - Development Studies
Uganda Martyrs University, Nkozi
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Makerere University
Skills
Program & Project Management
Key Achievements Summary
Built strong collaborations with local authorities, communities, UN agencies, and NGOs. Advocated for refugee inclusion in national education systems and policy processes., Integrated child protection into education programs, addressed barriers like child labour and gender-based violence, and promoted inclusive education for children with disabilities and marginalized groups., Led the establishment of temporary learning spaces, distributed educational materials, and integrated psychosocial support for children affected by crises (conflict, displacement, natural disasters)., Designed education interventions to mitigate learning loss among displaced children and piloted strategic frameworks such as ILET and the Quality Learning Environment (QLE)., Trained education staff and teachers on child-friendly, trauma-informed, and inclusive pedagogy. Strengthened monitoring, evaluation, and accountability systems for education programs.
Employer Based Highlights
- Norwegian Refugee Council, 2020-2021, Enabled access to education and skills training for refugee children via cash grants., Promoted child rights through collaboration with UNHCR and policy development.
- Save the Children International, Education Coordinator, 2018-2019, Rolled out global tools like ILET, led consortium capacity building, and ensured donor compliance., Education Manager, 2017-2018, Focused on quality learning in emergencies, safe infrastructure, and trauma-informed curricula., Senior Education Officer, 2015-2017, Led QLE research in partnership with Gulu University and University of Oslo, supporting education strategy and technical implementation.
Key Highlights By Role
- Save the Children International, I’m Learning! Project, 2015-2017, Designed and led an innovative education pilot aligned with national/international standards., Trained teachers on inclusive, child-centered pedagogy and monitored student progress., Developed a robust M&E framework, using data to refine project delivery and inform stakeholders.
- Ministry of Education and Sports, Sacred Heart S.S. Gulu, 2014-2015, Delivered inclusive classroom instruction using child-friendly approaches., Contributed to curriculum review, coordinated assessments, and supported teacher development., Provided psychosocial support and monitored academic progress.
- Norwegian Refugee Council, Kitgum, 2010-2013, Piloted and scaled the Accelerated Learning Programme (ALP) in post-conflict Northern Uganda., Oversaw operations in seven ALP centers, enrolling vulnerable, out-of-school children., Led community sensitization, teacher training, and infrastructure improvement., Monitored program implementation and reported on impact and donor accountability.
Attributes
- Professional, dependable, and time-conscious
- Strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication
- Effective team leader and mentor
- Committed to inclusive development and humanitarian principles
Additional Contributions
- Co-authored the English-Acholi Dictionary (2007), showing strong language and cultural competence.
- Maintains strong professional networks with key referees from NRC, War Child Canada, and Oxfam.
Additional Information
REFEREES
Tel: +962 (0)796445274
Email: robert.anywar@nrc.no
Tel: +256 776 997 545
Email: onenharriet@gmail.com
Tel: +256 777 010 105
Email: Eveaol19@gmail.com|victoriaaol@yahoo.com
Timeline
Project Officer, Education
SOS Children’s Villages
04.2025 - Current
Education Coordinator
PEAS Uganda
12.2024 - 02.2025
Education Officer
Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
12.2021 - 12.2024
Education Coordinator
Save the Children International
01.2018 - 01.2019
Education Manager
Save the Children International
01.2017 - 01.2018
Senior Education Officer
Save the Children International
01.2015 - 01.2017
Ministry of Education and Sports – Sacred Heart S.S. Gulu
01.2014 - 01.2015
Norwegian Refugee Council
01.2010 - 01.2013
Certificate - Education in Emergencies (Blended)
University of Geneva
Master’s Degree - Development Studies
Uganda Martyrs University, Nkozi
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Makerere University
Certificate of Advanced Studies - Higher Education in Emergencies
University of Geneva
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