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Dr. Gilson Njunga

Executive Director

Gilson is an expert Veterinary Surgeon with a postgraduate Masters Degree in Veterinary Sciences obtained from the Royal Veterinary and Agriculture University (KVL) in Denmark, a Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences Degree from the University of Zimbabwe, a Bachelor of Science degree (Ed.) from the University of Malawi, and a Diploma in Education Science degree also from the University of Malawi. He brings 33 years of experience to TAPP in projects and human resource management at regional and international levels in both the private and public sectors. For 27 years, Gilson managed public and donor-funded projects while serving in the public sector where he retired as Deputy Director in the Malawi Government’s Ministry of Agriculture. For 9 years, Gilson has served as a Board member in a government-owned parastatal and still serves on various NGO boards. Earlier in his career, Gilson took a break from public service and worked in the NGO sector for 5 years where he managed and implemented donor-funded projects. Gilson prides himself as an entrepreneur and is geared to provide TAPP with strategic guidance and systems growth into a pillar for the farming communities in Malawi. 

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Brown Chitekwere

Head of Programmes

Brown is responsible for supervising program operations at organization level. He holds a Masters degree in Agricultural Economics and is currently pursuing his PhD in the same field. Brown has vast experience in livelihood programming and project management. Besides that, he has an extensive research background in agriculture and livelihoods.
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Bernadetta Chirwa

Finance & Administration Officer

Bernadetta is responsible for the management of all financial and administrative functions of TAPP Malawi. She is a Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) and also holds a Diploma in Accounting from ICAM. She brings to the team over 11 years of working experience in financial accounting, managing donor funding, budgeting, and reporting as per donors’ requirements. Previously, she worked in microfinance with Malawi Microloan Foundation.
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Anita Mahata-Mangochi

Programmes Officer

Anita coordinates the day-to-day implementation of project activities in the team. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture and has extensive experience in livelihood programming focused on nutrition, livestock and crop production, climate change, and project management. Besides that, she has experience in coordinating agricultural-related research projects.
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Lovemore Kachingwe

Monitoring & Evaluation Officer


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Bosco E. Chinkonda

PhD Researcher

Bosco is working on the multidisciplinary ImplementOneHealth rabies control implementation research project. He is a decolonial scholar, Sociologist, and published author with expertise and interest in the development and use of participatory artistic community engagement methods in applied interdisciplinary research and health systems strengthening in Africa.  A strong believer in the power of innovation and collaboration, Bosco is currently a PhD candidate with the University of Glasgow and is a member of TAPP as part of his doctoral research.
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Jacqueline Matoga

Assistant Finance & Administration Officer

Jacqueline is responsible for all of the organization’s accounting, finance, and administrative functions under the supervision of the Finance and Administration Officer. She brings to the team over 6 years of experience in the financial management and accounting of donor-funded projects. She is a holder of a Bachelor of Commerce in Accountancy degree.
 
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Veriam Magana

Marketing & Agribusiness Officer

Veriam holds a Bachelor's Degree in Agribusiness Management. He has vast knowledge and experience in planning and implementation of agricultural activities with a bias in marketing. He also possesses experience in microfinance and SMEs management. With TAPP, he is responsible for developing & strengthening marketing systems for targeted value chains; and capacity building of Farmer Organization, SMEs and smallholder farmers in business management & entrepreneurship and profitable marketing.
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Benson Chasambira

Field Officer

Benson brings to the team extensive experience in agricultural extension and community engagement. With a Diploma in Agriculture and Natural Resources Management, Benson supports farmers in Dowa through various capacity-building approaches, while mainstreaming nutrition, WASH, and gender.
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Field Officer


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Margaret Kapyanga

Field Officer

Maggie is a holder of a Bachelor's Degree in Agribusiness Management. She brings to the team experience in livelihood and resilience-building programs especially in Climate Smart Agriculture, Agribusiness, Community Development, Natural resources, and Environmental Management.
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Gift Kachere

Field Officer

Gift is responsible for delivering, supervising, and monitoring EPA-level activities. He brings to the team vast experience in poultry and livestock management, dairy production, animal nutrition (feed formulation), conservation agriculture, and climate change management. Charles holds a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and a Diploma in Animal Health and Production, both obtained from LUANAR.

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Mphatso Chipandula

Field Officer

Mphatso is a holder of a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science and a Diploma in Animal Health and Production from LUANAR and NRC respectively. A published author and researcher, Mphatso brings to the team experience in livestock production and animal science. 
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Charles Soko

Field Officer

Charles, an ardent livelihood and community development practitioner, brings to the team over 5 years of experience in the implementation of climate-smart agriculture, household food, and nutrition projects, advocacy, and lobbying for women’s rights to land access and control interventions. He is responsible for the implementation of our  programming activities at the EPA level in Dowa.  He is a holder of a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture.
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Diana Munthali

Office Assistant

Diana holds an Advanced Certificate in Administrative Studies, and brings to the team over 2 years of experience as an administrative assistant. She handles all of TAPP Malawi's secretarial duties.
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Anthony Kalonga

Driver

Our Drive

TAPP Malawi serves to champion the livelihood and health needs of farmers in Malawi. We strive to create spaces for farmers' continued learning and growth in their practice of sustainable farming while ensuring their improved livelihoods and healthy living. 

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03 July 2023

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