Odile Uwababyeyi
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Humanitarian and operations professional with 13+ years of international experience across the British Council, U.S. Embassy Kigali, Community Engagement in West Africa, and the U.S. Experienced in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, partnership development, customer service, and operational management within multicultural and fast-paced environments. Proven ability to manage complex operations, support humanitarian and protection-focused services, coordinate cross-functional teams, and build strong relationships with international organizations, government institutions, donors, and communities. Highly organized and adaptable professional with strong skills in project management, resource mobilization, logistics coordination, reporting, and client-centered service delivery. Bilingual in English and French, with a background in Clinical Psychology and a passion for humanitarian impact, inclusive development, and supporting vulnerable populations through compassionate and evidence-based approaches.
Professional with strong background in behavior analysis and intervention strategies. Demonstrates expertise in implementing evidence-based interventions, data collection, and progress monitoring to support positive behavioral outcomes. Known for collaborative team efforts and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in communication, problem-solving, and maintaining patient-centered approach.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician -ABA Therapy
ABS Kids
04.2026 - Current
- Delivered direct, individualized and group-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, implementing skill acquisition and behavior reduction interventions under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
- Accurately implemented individualized treatment plans and behavior intervention protocols as designed by the supervising Behavior Analyst.
- Monitored client progress through systematic data collection and precise documentation of behavioral outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with supervising clinicians regarding client progress, treatment adjustments, and any emerging concerns.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, and supported the training and guidance of family members, caregivers, and staff on behavioral strategies and interventions.
- Maintained a safe, structured, and supportive therapeutic environment for clients and their families.
- Completed detailed clinical documentation, including session notes, progress reports, and patient records in compliance with organizational standards.
- Ensured strict adherence to confidentiality requirements and ethical guidelines, including full compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Managed scheduling responsibilities, maintaining punctuality and consistency in client appointments.
- Supported families in understanding and managing challenging behaviors, promoting consistency across environments.
- Assisted in the creation of visual supports and schedules for clients, enhancing daily routines and transitions.
Fundraising and Partnerships Support
The West Africa Women Empowerment Foundation (WAWEF)
04.2026 - Current
- Researched and identified grant opportunities from foundations, governments, and international bodies aligned with WAWEF’s mission of advancing women's empowerment across Ghana and West Africa.
- Support WAWEF’s fundraising, partnership development, and outreach initiatives, with a primary focus on strengthening relationships and opportunities within the United States.
- Conduct research on corporations, foundations, donor agencies, and philanthropic organizations aligned with WAWEF’s mission of advancing women’s empowerment across Ghana and West Africa.
- Identify, organize, and track sponsorship, donor, grant, and partnership opportunities to support organizational sustainability and growth.
- Assist in fundraising outreach preparation, follow-up communication, and relationship engagement with prospective donors, partners, and supporters.
- Maintain organized fundraising trackers, partnership databases, and outreach documentation to monitor engagement progress and reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with WAWEF leadership to align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities, community programs, and strategic initiatives.
- Recruit, onboard, and coordinate volunteers supporting community outreach activities, field programs, and awareness campaigns.
- Support the preparation of partnership briefs, fundraising summaries, donor materials, and organizational presentations.
- Monitor the allocation and utilization of mobilized resources to ensure accountability, transparency, and alignment with program objectives.
- Produce resource mobilization and partnership reports for leadership and stakeholders, highlighting fundraising progress, outreach impact, and program outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with donor expectations, organizational policies, and ethical fundraising practices across all engagement activities.
- Participate in collaborative planning discussions and contribute to strategies aimed at increasing WAWEF’s visibility, partnerships, and long-term sustainability.
Visa Assistant
US Embassy Kigali
05.2023 - 01.2025
- Ensure accuracy in visa processing and correct information digital recording. More especially in processing immigrant visa, non-im- migrant visa, and American citizen services.
- Led the Immigrant Visa component and successfully processed over 3500 Special Immigrant Visa for Afghans, Family petition based Modern Immigrant Visa, Diversity Visa, LE SIV, Hague Adoptions etc.
- Facilitating US citizens in Rwanda and neighboring countries in the renewal of their passports and other emergency services i.e., repatriation, death, and health incident evacuations.
- Led in the processing of Visa 92(Asylees) and Visa 93(Refugees) from Rwanda and from 3rd national countries such as DRC Burundi and Somalia.
- Represented the Consular Department at the International Cooperative Administrative Support Services (ICASS) budget committee which meets quarterly. In which submissions are made for budget reviews and amendments in current operational needs and changes.
- Worked closely with International Organization for Migration to ensure required medical exams are provided to applicants and / DNA testing for respective immigrant Visa applicants.
- Participated and supported In two successful event i.e. US Independent day for 2023 and 2024.
Test Day Delivery & Logistics Coordinator
British Council Rwanda
04.2015 - 05.2023
- Managed 30 Exams Venue Staff (Invigilators, Examiners) providing guidance on all HR related matters, performance evaluation, Training and Compensations etc.
- Ensured all hired staff were fully informed of operational processes, employment classifications, contract terms, throughout their onboarding process. Prepared and trained 30 Exams staff on Exams Delivery and Compliance Procedures, also conducted induction trainings to 30 new hires.
- Led at numerous opportunities in the recruitment and hiring of more than 200 venue staff, invigilators, clerical markers, and examiners in 5 countries i.e., Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Ghana.
- Collaborated with HR team to develop and deliver training such: leadership management, Equity Diversity and Inclusion.
- Led a successful launch computer Based Exams in Rwanda (APTIS for teachers in 2017, Computer Delivered IELTS in 2019, ACCA computer Based in 2020, CFA computer Based in 2022.
- Sourced venues for testing centres at 6 universities and facilitated a successful negotiation and contract finalization with the preferred academic institution. Determined the high seasons in respective test venues and contracted multiple suppliers to ensure business continuity regardless of space shortages.
- Coordinated preparedness sessions with 18 Cambridge Associate Schools ahead of the program's deadline with a 100% completion rate. Oversaw reviewing of Cambridge invoices and the generation of each exam series' board fee for all 18 Rwandan Cambridge Associate Schools.
- Implemented self-audits for my unit immediately after each test issuance, analysed gaps, and came up with solutions ahead of all quality compliance audits.
- Verified monthly inventory and logistic data in the SAP ERP and made timely requisitions to re-stock by the Exams department. Reviewed the annual budget twice a year, ran weekly report in SAP, carried out bank reconciliation daily, and submitted monthly cashflows to the Regional Finance team in Nairobi.
- Reviewed the budget management report bi-annually, and ensured accuracy in updates on pending unpaid invoices, expenses vs incomes for submission to the Exams Regional Operations team. Audited all venue staff's, invigilators 'and examiners', invoices to ensure accuracy and timely submission in line with the standard payment procedures and relevant budget lines. Carried out bank account reconciliations weekly, to ensure all exams' payments were correctly captured in descriptions and timely credited.
- Represented the British Council in the Chevening scholarships admissions, through presenting IELTS English proficiency details and tools to 6 districts in Rwanda. Also attended the IELTS global onscreen marking which I cascaded to teams in Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and Tanzania, through conducting trainings.
- Carried out Monitoring and Performance Evaluations on a quarterly basis. The insights would be shared with all stakeholders with recommendations on areas of improvement for respective staff.
- Organized and coordinated the successful of 4 regional meetings (with 50 attendees and 3 on-site events). Ensured all attendees had the right travel documents and visas in collaboration the Rwandan Immigration Office, booking of accommodation, transport, and all supplier management.
Customer Service Assistant
British Council Rwanda
09.2015 - 04.2015
- Worked with the Deputy Registrar of the Teaching Center in issuing placement tests to over 2,000 applicants which ensured that each was correctly placed based their English proficiency levels.
- Handled face-to-face, email and on-phone correspondence with applicants, candidates, corporate clients, and government authorities.
- Facilitated in market activations and outreach towards awareness of relevant BC services, nationwide.
- Acted as the Invigilator Supervisor and invigilated different International Exams.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Rwanda
Rwanda07.2014
Skills
- Project Management, Operations Coordination, Stakeholder Engagement, Partnership Development, Resource Mobilization, Customer & Client Relationship Management, Humanitarian & Protection-Focused Services, Cross-Cultural Communication
- Administration Management, Organizational & Time Management, Logistics Coordination, Events Coordination, Budget Management, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Reporting & Documentation, Compliance & Records Management
- Team Coordination, Volunteer Coordination, Recruitment & Onboarding, Staff Training & Mentorship, Performance Monitoring, Supplier & Vendor Management, Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Refugee & Immigrant Case Processing, Community Outreach, Donor & Partner Engagement, Crisis & Emergency Support Coordination, Client-Centered Service Delivery, Confidentiality & Ethical Compliance
- ABA Therapy Support, Behavioral Intervention Support, Clinical Documentation, Patient Progress Monitoring, Family & Caregiver Collaboration, HIPAA Compliance, Evidence-Based Support Approaches
- SAP ERP, Data Management, Digital Records Management, Fundraising Research, Grant Research, Operational Planning, Problem Solving, Adaptability & Professional Communication
Certification
- Counter-intelligence Awareness (2023) US Embassy
- Immigrant Visa (2023) US Embassy
- Non- Immigrant Visa (2023) US Embassy
- American Citizen Services (2023) US Embassy
- Conflict Management (2023) US Embassy
- Passport Data Security Awareness (2023) US Embassy
- IELTS On-Screen Marking (2018) British Council
- Child Protection (2017) British Council
- Information Management (2015) British Council
- Health and Safety (2015) British Council
- Fraud Awareness (2015) British Council
- Online Registration & IELTS Web Administration Management (2015) British Council
LANGUAGES
English & French (Full Professional Proficiency)
Timeline
Behavior Technician -ABA Therapy
ABS Kids
04.2026 - Current
Fundraising and Partnerships Support
The West Africa Women Empowerment Foundation (WAWEF)
04.2026 - Current
Visa Assistant
US Embassy Kigali
05.2023 - 01.2025
Customer Service Assistant
British Council Rwanda
09.2015 - 04.2015
Test Day Delivery & Logistics Coordinator
British Council Rwanda
04.2015 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Rwanda