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Jesse J Dacosta
Senior Development Planner
Geneva
Summary
A well motivated Senior Development Planner and Adjunct Lecturer with a proven track record in managing high-priority assignement to successful completion, demonstrated at the Ministry of Defense- The Gambia. Experienced in policy development and fostering stakeholder relationships, strives to excel in analytical thinking and problem-solving, ensuring project excellence and efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Development Planner
Ministry of Defence
Banjul
12.2019 - Current
- Successfully coordinated the Preparation of annual Program Based Budgetn for the Ministry of Defence.
- Developed and regularly evaluated the annual work plan of the Ministry to ensure effective and time implementation of tasks.
- Successfully managed a team of 15 on the development of the Gambia National Defence Policy since independence
- Coordinated a Team of 10 to the Develop the Gambia National Defence Strategy 2023-2027
- Successfully lead a team 5 on the quarterly preparation of mid-term evaluation of the National Development plan to assess the progress of the plan’s sustainability.
- Developed strong relationships with the National Security Sector stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues within the security sector of the Gambia.
- Evaluated key performance indicators of the Ministry of Defence regularly, making data-driven changes to plans.
- Presented progress reports regularly to senior management during quarterly budget meetings.
- Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables on the Recovery Focused Nationasl Development Plan 2023-2027.
Adjunct Lecturer
University of The Gambia
Banjul
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant on international Relations and Public sector Economics to boost student learning and retention.
- Improved overall course organization by implementing clear syllabi, rubrics, and grading policies for transparent assessment processes.
- Contributed to a positive learning environment by fostering respectful communication among students from diverse backgrounds.
- Taught a class of 50 students International Relations and Public Sector Economics classes on the importance of Good governance, democracy, rule of Law etc.
- Promoted critical thinking through thought-provoking classroom discussions and debate sessions.
- Provided individualized attention and support by maintaining regular office hours and offering extra help sessions as needed.
Education
Master of Arts - European And International Governance
University of Geneva
Geneva, Switzerland 09.2024 - Current
Master of Arts - Development Policy
KDI School of Public Policy And Management
Sejong, South Korea 02.2021 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of The Gambia
Kanifing 09.2015 - 12.2018
Skills
Cost control
Contingency planning
Risk mitigation
Analytical thinking
Attention to detail
Self motivation
Problem-solving abilities
Software
Canva
Certification
Certificate on Training on Public Policy and Management (2019), Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI)
Interests
Learning New Language
Travelling
Public Speaking
Volunteering
References
Christine Kaddous
Professor, LL.M. (Cambridge), advocate
Chair Jean Monnet ad personam
Director of Centre d'études juridiques européennes (CEJE)
Founder and director of Master of Advanced Studies in European and International Governance (MEIG)
University of Genèva - UNI MAIL
Tél. +41 22 379 84 89 (secrétariat 84 90) Fax +41 22 379 86 62
Christine.Kaddous@unige.ch
Timeline
Certificate on Training on Public Policy and Management (2019), Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI)
11-2025
Certificate on Training Programme on Result Based Management (RBM) UNICEF
09-2025
Master of Arts - European And International Governance
University of Geneva
09.2024 - Current
Adjunct Lecturer
University of The Gambia
09.2022 - 07.2023
Certificate on Training on Development, Implementation, and Evaluation of Policies, Programs, & Projects
03-2022
Master of Arts - Development Policy
KDI School of Public Policy And Management
02.2021 - 05.2022
Senior Development Planner
Ministry of Defence
12.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of The Gambia
09.2015 - 12.2018
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