Godwin Ephraim Kamtukule

Accomplished WASH professional and certified engineer with extensive international consultancy experience across Africa and the Asia-Pacific. Advanced technical expertise in water resource management, sanitation systems, and disaster risk reduction, leading multidisciplinary teams to drive sectoral improvements and deliver impactful projects.

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• Water and Sanitation Expert, Engineering for Better World, Rwanda & Malawi, 10/01/25, 06/30/26, Provided advanced technical support to business development and client management, ensuring effective delivery of consultancy services and project outcomes., Led WASH initiatives focused on water resources management, water supply, sanitation, climate resilience, and disaster risk reduction, driving sectoral improvements., Designed and implemented affordable rural water and sanitation tariff frameworks by thoroughly analysing business models across all stages of the sanitation service chain., Conducted comprehensive situation analyses for rural water and sanitation services, including affordability and willingness-to-pay assessments., Developed technical guidelines for regulatory authorities, delivered specialized training to key stakeholders, and facilitated the adoption of best practices in service provision., Guided Rwanda Utilities Regulatory Authority (RURA), Water and Sanitation Corporation (WASAC), Ministry of Infrastructure, and private sector operators in regulatory improvement and capacity building for rural water and sanitation tariff.
• Water and Sanitation Expert, OPEC Fund for International Development, Malawi, 06/01/25, 09/30/25, Conducted project appraisal for the US$ 33.8 million Jenda Water and Sanitation Project, ensuring robust assessment of technical, financial/economic, social and environmental aspects., Conducted rigorous budget assessments, aligning resources with project goals and verifying cost estimates against sector benchmarks., Validated key project components including watershed protection, water supply pipe network, water treatment plant, faecal sludge treatment plant, solid waste management facility, household sanitation, institutional WASH interventions, capacity development, risk management plan, and monitoring & evaluation plan., Reviewed engineering design reports, feasibility studies, economic analyses, and Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) reports to support evidence-based decision-making., Developed a framework for integrating cross-cutting themes including gender, capacity building, equity, stakeholder participation, climate resilience, and sustainability into project planning and implementation.
• WASH Capacity Building Expert, United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), Kenya, 01/01/25, 05/31/25, Supported policy and systems strengthening for Kenya’s WASH sector, contributing to national goals for safely managed sanitation by 2030., Developed and customised training materials for the RUSH Protocol and RTMIS including training manual, slide deck and training programme., Produced dissemination versions of the RUSH protocol documents, guidelines, and monitoring frameworks for widespread adoption in training and field activities., Delivered a comprehensive 5-day Training of Trainers workshop for master trainers, partnering with UNICEF and the Ministry of Health to ensure effective sector roll-out.
• Team Leader (Sanitation Expert), CCM Worldwide, Mozambique, 05/01/24, 12/31/24, Led the implementation of sanitation marketing under the World Bank-funded Mozambique Urban Sanitation Project, driving increased adoption of improved sanitation practices., Managed a multidisciplinary team to facilitate sanitation marketing activities and stakeholder engagement., Presented progress updates during progress review meetings and joint field monitoring missions organised by World Bank Officials and the National Directorate for Water Supply and Sanitation (DNAAS) under the Ministry of Public Works, Housing, and Water Resources., Reviewed and validated situation analysis and formative research reports to inform evidence-based marketing strategies and communication plans., Delivered strategic leadership and quality assurance throughout project phases, including stakeholder engagement and capacity building.
• Water and Wastewater Management Expert, CASTEL Distribution Limited, Malawi, 09/01/23, 04/30/24, Conducted detailed water demand analyses to optimize resource allocation and backup system requirements; performed geophysical surveys using electromagnetic methods to identify optimal sites for new boreholes, ensuring sustainable water supply., Developed comprehensive tender documentation for borehole drilling and construction, enhancing project transparency and competitiveness.
• WASH Specialist (Consultant), UNICEF New York HQ, Malawi (Home-based), 01/01/23, 08/31/23, Provided institutional support to 20 African countries, strengthening national sanitation and hygiene policies in line with the African Sanitation Policy Guidelines., Engaged senior government officials to assess policy environments, institutional arrangements, coordination mechanisms, and sector financing., Evaluated national WASH policies for alignment with international commitments, SDG targets, and relevant legal and regulatory frameworks., Assessed policy coverage for WASH in communities, health care facilities, schools, public spaces, and emergency contexts., Organised and facilitated virtual consultative workshops, convening senior WASH officials across all assessed countries., Compiled and submitted a comprehensive synthesis report with 20 individual country policy assessment reports, informing future policy reform and investment.
• WASH Consultant, United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), Sudan, 04/01/21, 09/30/22, Reviewed implementation of the Urban Water for Sudan Project (UW4S), encompassing four state capitals in the Darfur Region., Conducted comprehensive situation analyses, including formative research on community KAP (Knowledge, Attitude, Practices) for water, sanitation, hygiene, waste, and faecal sludge management., Assessed institutional and capacity needs, developed training programmes, and delivered Training of Trainers workshops for state-level and county-level authorities., Developed climate-risk-informed strategic plans to improve urban water supply, faecal sludge, waste management, and stormwater drainage systems., Designed and implemented sanitation social marketing strategies to stimulate demand for safely managed sanitation via PPPs and community initiatives., Provided management support for project operations, including monitoring, quality assurance, stakeholder engagement, and results reporting.
• Watershed Management Specialist, Development Pathways, Malawi, 09/01/20, 04/30/21, Led the Development of the National Training Programme as part of the institutional strengthening component of the Poverty Reduction and Social Protection (PRSP) Programme through Integrated Catchment Management (ICM)., Consolidated global best practices and training materials, contextualising them for Malawi and ensuring inclusion of gender, climate resilience, conflict management, and equity., Provided technical assistance to national ministries in developing a comprehensive ICM training toolkit., Developed modules covering catchment assessment using DPSIR methodology, stakeholder planning, implementation, conflict management, and monitoring & evaluation.
• WASH Specialist, Cowater, Malawi, 05/01/20, 08/31/20, Led capacity development initiatives for WASH and waste management in Health Care Facilities under the InPATH project., Authored Operations Manual and Standard Operating Procedures for WASH asset management, O&M, healthcare waste, and infection prevention based on WHO standards., Designed and delivered Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions for senior technicians from Salima, Kasungu, and Chitipa districts.
• WASH Expert, Development Initiative Centre (DEVICE), Malawi, 01/01/19, 04/30/20, Provided organisational leadership and technical expertise for institutional development and resource mobilisation initiatives., Delivered technical oversight and guidance on operations, strategic direction, and supervision for diverse clients., Developed program management plans for emergency response to flooding and cyclones across multiple countries on behalf of Crown Agents (UK)., Designed and presented catchment management and water safety planning concepts for major water infrastructure projects., Supported NGOs with proposal development, report writing, and staff training for WASH projects.
• WASH Specialist (Program Manager), United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), Sudan, 05/01/18, 11/30/18, Directed comprehensive IWRM activities, including stakeholder analysis, water quantification, water balance studies, and demand assessments for urban, informal, and IDP settings., Supervised development of city-wide water supply and sanitation master plans for El Fasher, Zalingei, Nyala, and El Geneina., Oversaw review of engineering designs, procurement processes, and material supply for a 17 km pipeline network, water treatment plants, and distribution systems., Led groundwater quantification, geophysical analyses, aquifer recharge proposals, and water balance initiatives to enhance water security., Advised Federal Ministries on sector reforms, including water tariff setting, equitable service provision, O&M, private sector engagement, and utility management systems., Coordinated quarterly steering committee meetings and joint field visits with government ministries, UNICEF, UNOPS, and FCDO., Developed strategic plans for inclusive and equitable water distribution across urban, peri-urban, and IDP settlements, addressing climate resilience and conflict risks., Supervised sanitation and hygiene promotion, construction of WASH facilities, and training programs for health officials, teachers, business operators, and community leaders.
• WASH Specialist, UNICEF, Sudan, 11/01/16, 04/30/18, Developed Urban Sanitation & Hygiene strategic plans for two state capitals of El Fasher in North Darfur State and Zalingei in Central Darfur State, targeting improved household sanitation, hygiene, waste management, drainage, and faecal sludge management., Led comprehensive WASH situation analyses, including schools, health care facilities, public spaces, waste management, and faecal sludge management., Led the implementation of WASH in Health Care Facilities including technical assessments and improvement guided by the WASH-FIT data sets and procedures., Provided essential supplies and construction of water supply systems, sanitation facilities, handwashing facilities, and health care waste facilities., Established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for environmental cleaning, operation and maintenance of WASH facilities, healthcare waste management, water safety and IPC., Developed and championed inclusive WASH programming by integrating cross-cutting issues, including gender, menstrual hygiene management (MHM), climate resilience, disability access, environment, and sustainability., Contributed to emergency WASH response interventions during flooding events and acute water diarrhoea (cholera).
• WASH Technical Auditor, ARS Progetti S.p.A, Malawi, 04/01/16, 05/31/16, Reviewed the conformity and quality of contractual documents (works and supervision contracts) signed between Grant Beneficiaries and Contractors, eliminating deficiencies in documentation and specifications to safeguard quality outputs., Reviewed contractors’ invoice statements for adequacy, accuracy of unit prices, and conformity between works executed and invoiced, ensuring value for money and preparing financial forecasts through project completion., Assessed technical monitoring operations performed by Grant Beneficiaries (Malawi Red Cross, UN Habitat, Welthungerhilfe, Plan International) and their supervision teams, verifying consistency between contractual requirements, reporting, and on-site observations., Evaluated on-site physical progress against work programmes, identified delays and causes, and confirmed quality of works in line with technical specifications and standards., Recommended corrective measures for detected anomalies and provided actionable guidance to address project gaps and delays, ensuring continuous improvement in project delivery.
• Programme Evaluation Expert, WYG International Danışmanlık Anonim Şirketi (WYG Türkiye), Malawi, 06/01/16, 07/31/16, Reviewed relevant documentation, including partnership agreements, subcontracts, progress reports, and financial records., Conducted field visits to collect primary information on implementation processes and beneficiary perceptions, while also verifying physical progress., Facilitated evaluation meetings with government officials UNICEF, FCDO and implementing partners (Blantyre Water Board, Plan International, Malawi Red Cross, Welthungerhilfe), and community members., Analysed data and produced an evaluation report that assessed program relevance, efficiency, effectiveness, impact, sustainability, program coordination, equity, inclusion, complementarity, and the EU-added value.
• WASH (Officer) Consultant, United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), Solomon Islands, 04/01/14, 03/31/16, Provided expert technical support UNICEF field office in the Solomon Islands include the implementation of the national WASH Project funded by the European Union and United Nations Trust Fund for Human Security., Provided technical support to UNICEF Pacific WASH program management including strategic planning, quality assurance, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation activities., Delivered climate-resilient water supply solutions and technical support to government and NGO partners, strengthening water resource management in flood-prone and vulnerable communities., Supported the development of national WASH sector guidelines, manuals, and sector coordination frameworks, including knowledge management and regular stakeholder engagement., Provided technical support the Ministry of Education and Human Resources Development in delivering WASH-in-schools initiatives, developing technical guidelines and delivering national teacher training., Contributed to national disaster risk reduction strategies and UNICEF contingency planning, including partnership agreements for emergency supply logistics., Supervised construction of WASH facilities in schools and health centres, ensuring quality delivery and compliance., Provided technical support to humanitarian preparedness and response including WASH Cluster coordination, building partnerships, contribution to UNICEF Pacific's strategic planning and contribution to the national strategic plan coordinated by the Solomon Islands National Disaster Management Office (NDMO).
• Water and Sanitation Engineer, Cowater, Lesotho, 07/01/13, 03/31/14, Provided contract supervision and engineering design services for Lesotho’s Rural Water Supply and Sanitation activity under the Water Sector Project., Reviewed technical designs for water supply systems and sanitation facilities, as well as contract management processes., Supervised the construction of rural water systems and household latrines, while also focusing on capacity development for government staff and community members., Developed customised operation and maintenance manuals for individual water systems, including step-by-step guidance on routine inspections, troubleshooting, pre-positioning of essential spare parts, as well as detailing institutional roles, responsibilities, local regulations, communication plans, and referrals to District Water Department offices., Contributed to progress reporting and participated in site meetings and joint field missions involving the Lesotho Millennium Challenge Account (the client), the National Directorate for Sanitation, and district water officials., Developed and enforced site-specific compliance with social and environmental safeguards including gender, safety, health, and environmental protection.
• Programme Manager – Water for Recovery and Peace Program, Pact, South Sudan, 06/01/12, 06/30/13, Led WASH situation analyses to inform institutional arrangements, sector priorities, stakeholder coordination, risk mitigation, and intervention strategies for South Sudan’s recovery efforts., Directed engineering activities, including feasibility studies, design and contract management of construction works for 6 units of large rainwater harvesting plans (40,000 Litres capacity) and 10 peri-urban water reticulation systems., Supported the Ministry of Water Resources & Irrigation in developing and implementing contextualized manuals for community WASH, haffirs, and peri-urban water systems., Managed multi-region WASH programs under the South Sudan Recovery Fund, overseeing implementation, grant management, and financial administration., Developed climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction guidelines for interventions at national, state, county, and community levels., Represented Pact at national WASH forums, leading technical sub-committees on standards for borehole operations, rainwater harvesting, and WASH in schools., Participated in national disease eradication task forces, advising on water supply improvements., Prepared high-level communications and program impact reports, and contributed to monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities.
• Technical Evaluation Consultant, IDSS- Aurecon, Timor-Leste, 03/01/12, 05/31/12, Provided technical evaluation for the Rural Water and Sanitation Project including inception reporting, field data collection, stakeholder meetings and report writing., Reviewed engineering designs and technical documentation to ensure compliance with standards and operational requirements., Analyzed construction work plans, supervision reports, and quality assurance mechanisms to assess project delivery., Evaluated operational functionality of constructed groundwater and surface water supply systems by comparing design features with actual site conditions., Assessed climate change adaptation and sustainability plans to ensure long-term continuity of water services., Facilitated lessons-learned workshops with stakeholders, synthesizing key findings and best practices to inform future programming.
• Deputy Chief of Party, CDM Smith, Timor-Leste, 10/01/10, 02/29/12, Provided leadership support to the Chief of Party through technical guidance for the implementation of the Project in Manatuto, Oecusse and Viqueque Districts., Provided guidance to programme implementation, monitoring & evaluation, risk management and grants management., Coordinated field activities including consolidating progress updates and generating synthesised reports for submission to USAID., Provided backup support to district teams for water supply systems design, construction, quality assurance as well as social and environmental safeguards., Supported the coordination of field activities with other consultants responsible for grants management, capacity development, natural resources management and sanitation & hygiene behaviour change communication., Contributed to national WASH sector forum including sharing evidence for policy dialogue regarding climate resilience, water resources management, guidelines for water systems design, operation and maintenance training manuals, and community engagement manuals.
• Technical Advisor, CDM Smith, Timor-Leste, 11/01/08, 09/30/10, Coordinated DWASH Project implementation, monitoring, stakeholder engagement and capacity development in Manatuto Districts., Conducted capacity assessment and delivered a robust capacity development support to the District Water and Sanitation Department (DSAS), focusing on sector coordination, situation analysis, stakeholder engagement, community engagement, utility management, information management and office management., Facilitated the establishment of the district project steering committees in Manatuto and Oecusse district, including holding initial meetings, formulation of terms of reference and operational plans., Coordinated programme planning and execution of programme technical areas including watershed projection, pipe water systems design and construction, grants management, sanitation promotion and hygiene behaviour change communication., Coordinated water systems assessment, design, construction systems also conducted groundwater exploration studies, drilling works, pumping test and hydrological analysis as well design of pumping systems for community and institutional water supply.
• WASH Expert, Malawi Red Cross Society, Malawi, 09/01/08, 11/30/08, Led the execution of the baseline assessment and knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) study in Zomba, Blantyre and Mwanza Districts., Led the execution of the baseline WASH assessments across 120 communities in the three districts including overseeing methodology development, data collection, stakeholder meetings, gap analysis, development of monitoring framework and development of overall baseline study report.
• Water Resources Engineer, Mulanje Mountain Conservation Trust, Malawi, 08/01/08, 08/31/08, Conducted water resources assessment and developed a strategic, stakeholder-driven water resources management plan for Mulanje town, integrating comprehensive hydrological analysis, alternative supply solutions, and long-term climate resilience measures.
• Water Resources Engineer, Development Alternatives Inc. (DAI), Malawi, 05/01/08, 07/31/08, Developed and facilitated a communication and advocacy plan under the Community Partnerships for Sustainable Resource Management Project with funding from USAID., Developed a communication strategy for promoting the sustainability of the Pwera gravity-fed water supply scheme, focusing on community-based natural resources management principles., Conducted a Willingness and ability to pay study among the beneficiaries of Pwera Water Supply Scheme in Mulanje District under the Community Partnerships for Sustainable Resource Management Project.
• Rural Water Engineer, Oxfam Australia, Timor-Leste (East Timor), 10/01/07, 04/30/08, Executed a comprehensive sustainability study in Covalima District, evaluating critical social, economic, and environmental metrics of local community water systems., Evaluated the institutional ecosystem, analyzing financing models, regulatory frameworks, governance policies, and government support mechanisms., Synthesized qualitative and quantitative field data by conducting community focus groups, targeted interviews, resource mapping, and onsite technical measurements., Benchmarked localized water service levels, auditing supply flow against household demand and critical public infrastructure (schools, healthcare facilities, and markets)., Published a definitive sustainability assessment report that pinpointed systemic vulnerabilities and outlined strategic interventions for long-term service viability., Designed a comprehensive development proposal that mapped actionable governance and infrastructure improvements based on verified field data.
• IWRM Trainer, University of Malawi (Malawi Polytechnic), 08/01/07, 08/31/07, Designed training materials, delivered and evaluated a training program on Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM) principles and practices., Facilitated capacity building for participating professionals to promote sustainable water management for people, agriculture; ensured participants gained practical knowledge to implement IWRM approaches in their respective sectors and workplaces.
• WASH Project Manager, Concern Universal, Malawi, 10/01/04, 02/28/06, Provided strategic leadership for the Ganya WASH Project, overseeing all aspects of budget management, procurement, contract administration, and capacity development to ensure efficient project delivery and compliance., Drove significant improvements in WASH services within Health Care Facilities (HCF) and schools, designing and implementing targeted training programmes to empower local authorities in effective operation and maintenance., Executed a comprehensive project start-up process, including stakeholder engagement, detailed work-plan development, recruitment of project staff, and establishment of robust operational frameworks., Designed and delivered Participatory Hygiene and Sanitation Transformation (PHAST) training for project and government staff, resulting in the successful elimination of open defecation in target communities., Led groundwater exploration activities, including borehole siting, drilling, pumping tests, and installation of reliable pumping systems to expand access to safe water., Established and chaired a district-level WASH coordination team, facilitating integrated, multi-sectoral participation from health, education, infrastructure, and other relevant sectors., Developed and implemented a Village Level Operation and Maintenance (VLOM) strategy, producing operational manuals, establishing sustainable community management systems, and ensuring effective spare-parts supply chains., Formulated and executed a comprehensive strategy to mainstream HIV/AIDS awareness, gender equality, and environmental sustainability throughout all project phases and deliverables.
• Team Leader (Community WASH Governance), Cowater, Malawi, 04/01/04, 10/31/04, Led a multidisciplinary project team to facilitate and operationalize the WASH Governance framework for the Migowi gravity-fed water supply system in Phalombe District, ensuring effective and sustainable service delivery.

• Water-Energy-Food (WEF) Nexus Master Class, LSHTM, Water Research Commission & IHE Delft Institute of Water Education, 01/01/26
• Anticipatory Governance: New ways of sense-making and navigating uncertainty, UNESCO, 01/01/22
• Governance for Transboundary Freshwater Security, SDG AcademyX, 01/01/22
• Using Evidence for WASH Policy & Practice: Research into Action, LSTHM, 01/01/18
• Sustainable Water Supply & Sanitation Systems for Peri-urban Areas, UNDP, SIWI, CaP-Net, IWSD, 01/01/16
• Social Norms & Social Change, University of Pennsylvania and UNICEF, 01/01/17
• Drought Risk Management in Integrated Water Resources Management, UNDP, SIWI, CaP-Net, 01/01/16
• Human Rights-Based Approach to IWRM, UNDP, SIWI, CaP-Net, 01/01/15
• WASH in Schools Management, UNICEF & Emory University, 01/01/15
• WASH in Emergencies, Red-R Australia, Melbourne, Australia, 01/01/14
• Ecological Sanitation, UNESCO-IHE, Netherlands, 01/01/08
• Training of Trainers for IWRM, Global Water Partnership (GWP), Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe, 01/01/06
• Project Management, Malawi Institute of Management, Lilongwe, 01/01/05
• Essential Team Leadership and Management Skills, Effectiveness Consultants, Zimbabwe, 01/01/05
• Nutrition & HIV/AIDS Mainstreaming in Development Programs, 01/01/02
• Action Monitoring for Effectiveness in WASH Programs, NETWAS/IRC, Nairobi, 01/01/00
• Human Resource Management, Management Centre, Blantyre, 01/01/00
• Financial Management, Malawi College of Accountancy, Blantyre, 01/01/99
• Performance Management, Blantyre, 01/01/99
• Management for Project Sustainability, INTRAC, Blantyre, 01/01/99
• Gender Mainstreaming in Development Programs, 01/01/99