Blessing Mawire

Blessing Mawire is an experienced program manager and consultant with a strong background in project implementation, stakeholder management, and knowledge management across various organizations. Currently serving as Program Manager at Research4Life and Partnerships Coordinator at the Council on Library and Information Resources, Mawire leads initiatives in multiple countries within the global south. Previous roles include Senior Consultant and Director at Integra Professional Services and Project Director at the National Library of South Africa, where significant projects focused on youth skills development and digital transformation of heritage assets were executed. Mawire's extensive experience encompasses partnerships, strategic project design, monitoring and evaluation, and collaborations with major international organizations. Educational qualifications include an MA in Development Communication and a degree in Knowledge Management, complemented by a BSc Honours in Information and Library Science.