Demba Siby
Dakar
Summary
Results-oriented Senior Project Development Officer with over 15 years of experience managing 100+ projects in Senegal, partnering with governments, NGOs, and international donors. Skilled in capacity building, monitoring and evaluation (M&E), and data-driven decision-making, with a proven ability to lead multicultural teams and deliver sustainable outcomes. Fluent in English and French, eager to leverage expertise in public sector transformation as a Project Leader at Delivery Associates in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Development Officer
ACA, USADF Program
03.2009 - 01.2025
- Mentored junior team members on effective project management techniques, helping them develop their skills while contributing positively to overall team performance.
- Managed 100+ projects for entrepreneurs and farmer organizations, collaborating with governments and donors to design strategies enhancing profitability and sustainability (market research, value chain analysis).
- Facilitated interactive workshops with stakeholders to define priorities and build capacity in management and marketing, driving measurable improvements for beneficiaries.
- Developed performance indicators and quarterly reports to inform data-driven decisions, presented to public leaders and USADF-Washington until program closure due to U.S. aid freeze in January 2025.
- Coordinated multisectoral teams (government, NGOs, private sector) to align projects with regional policies, ensuring effective execution and impact.
Business Development Services Manager
National Council of Negro Women
01.2007 - 08.2008
- Developed strong relationships with key clients, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business opportunities.
- Introduced process improvements that led to faster resolution times for customer issues without sacrificing quality or attention to detail.
- Designed an IT-supported system for women entrepreneurs, delivering training in management and marketing in collaboration with U.S. Peace Corps volunteers.
- Fostered cross-team collaboration to implement scalable solutions for small businesses.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
Woolf University
Online05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Marketing & Sales
Institut Panafricain De Marketing
Dakar, Senegal07-2001
Skills
- Proposal writing
- Complex Project Management (100 projects, M&E, Execution)
- Government and Donor Collaboration
- Workshop Facilitation and Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Multicultural Team Leadership and Problem-Solving
- Languages: English (Fluent), French (Fluent), Wolof (Fluent), Soninke (Fluent)
- Tools: MS Office, Google Workspace, Excel (Data Analysis)
Volunteering
Area Director
Toastmasters International, District 94, Division J, Area 34, Dakar, Senegal
July 2024 – Present
- Led the area to exceptional success, achieving 100% membership renewals, 100% Pathways program adoption, and top-tier recruitment performance in under four months. To date, two of our clubs have achieved “Perfect Ten” status, with the third just one point away from this goal. Ranked as the second-highest performing area for member recruitment in the district (out of 46).
- Facilitated workshops and prepared reports for district leadership, showcasing strong analytical and communication skills.
President
Toastmasters International, Dakar Jambaar Toastmasters Club, Dakar, Senegal
July 2023 – June 2024
- Mené le club au statut « Perfect Ten » dans le programme
Distinguished Club, favorisant l'amélioration des processus et
l'engagement des membres. - Accompagnement et mentorat personnalisé d'au moins six membres
dans le développement de leurs compétences en communication et
leadership.
Timeline
Senior Project Development Officer
ACA, USADF Program
03.2009 - 01.2025
Business Development Services Manager
National Council of Negro Women
01.2007 - 08.2008
Master of Science - Computer Science
Woolf University
Bachelor of Science - Marketing & Sales
Institut Panafricain De Marketing
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