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Cynthia Simkonda
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"Thanks Jasmin for inviting me to join the group. My name is Cynthia Simkonda; i serve as a Programme Officer for Natural Resources thematic area at Centre for Environmental Policy and Advocacy (CEPA) in Malawi. I have over 6 years of experience…"
Monitoring of Contracts
The goal of this project is therefore to develop country pilots to build capacity for improved monitoring of extractive industries contract award and implementation. Join this group to receive updates from the meeting and to share your experience.
AFRICAN YOUTH ON MINING AND ENVIRONMENT (AYME)
The African Youth on Mining and Environment (AYME) was established in line with the African Mining Vision, the UN Agenda 21, the Paris Agreement, the UN Guiding Principle on Business and Human Rights- among host of other Regional and International legal extractive and environmental Instruments. AYME has the VISION of seeing responsible mining along with sustainable environmental consideration. AYME has the MISSION of active youth involvement and meaningful contribution in the good governance…See More
Centre for Environmental Policy and Advocacy reports
Centre for Environmental Policy and Advocacy (CEPA) undertook a policy audit and institutional analysis with a basis of providing key policy considerations towards a more responsive mining governance framework. The report provides an analysis of the policy and legal framework governing the mining industry in Malawi. It also presents some concrete recommendations for a robust policy, legal framework that will ensure that the mining industry promotes sustainable development and is governed in a…See More
Centre for Environmental Policy and Advocacy reports
Centre for Environmental Policy and Advocacy (CEPA) undertook a policy audit and institutional analysis with a basis of providing key policy considerations towards a more responsive mining governance framework. The report provides an analysis of the policy and legal framework governing the mining industry in Malawi. It also presents some concrete recommendations for a robust policy, legal framework that will ensure that the mining industry promotes sustainable development and is governed in a…See More
Asia Pacific Knowledge Hub Training Course: Improving the Governance of Extractive Industry at Indonesia
April 28, 2014 to May 10, 2014
In partnership with the Department of Politics and Government at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada, with support from USAID, RWI runs a two-week intermediate level training on "Improving the Governance of Extractive Industries" in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The course, delivered in English, is open to civil society organizations, policymakers, members of EITI multi- stakeholder groups, state-owned enterprise staff, and professionals involved in the oil, gas and…See More
Profile Information
- Organisation (if non, specify N/A)
- IM Swedish Development Partner
- Type of Organisation
- Civil Society Organisation, Donor Agency, International Organisation
- Job Title
- Programme officer
- About My Work
- I work as a Programme Officer with IM Swedish Development Partner. I support, coordinate and work with partners in building their capacity to engage with governments, fellow civil society groups and communities to demand transparency and accountability of public service. My role also involves engaging in networks and platforms to ensure ensured space for civil society.
I have also worked as a National Coordinator for Publish What You Pay (PWYP) Malawi coalition. I have over 6 years of experience working with rural communities, government and non-governmental organizations. My role as a Programme Officer with the Centre for Environmental Policy and Advocacy over the past 5 years has been to lead CEPA’s and PWYP’s engagement on general Extractive Industries (EI) governance related issues. I am passionate about improving governance and social, economic rights in Malawi and beyond related to EI. I have been part of the Multi stakeholders group of the EITI in Malawi.
I have provided support and trained civil society and community members on mining governance. I have led civil society efforts towards monitoring compliance of mining companies with the regulations using different channels. I am particularly passionate about advocating for women’s and children´s rights in the mining communities, more particularly concerning their displacement, resettlement and compensation.
- Areas of interest
- gold, diamonds, oil and natural gas, csr, governance and anti-corruption, investing, geology, environment, social accountability, human rights, contract and licensing, monitoring revenue collection, redistribution and sustainable development
- Intererested in job/consulting opportunities
- yes
Cynthia Simkonda's Blog
Centre for Environmental Policy and Advocacy reports
Posted on September 2, 2014 at 11:04 0 Comments 1 Favorite
Centre for Environmental Policy and Advocacy (CEPA) undertook a policy audit and institutional analysis with a basis of providing key policy considerations towards a more responsive mining governance framework. The report provides an analysis of the policy and…
ContinueCEPA commissions implementation of a Mining Governance project in Malawi.
Posted on April 11, 2014 at 11:45 0 Comments 0 Favorites
CEPA commissions implementation of a Mining Governance project in Malawi.
Posted on April 11, 2014 at 11:44 0 Comments 0 Favorites
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