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Information governance and research data management professional with advanced experience in compliance-oriented data management, data protection in research and institutional contexts, and metadata governance. Skilled at presenting technical material in an easily understood way and working independently with complex information, competing deadlines, and a high degree of accuracy and detail.

Doctoral Researcher - University-based

(2015-01)

Leading research on AI governance, data protection, and RDM in higher education. Developing the SARI Framework integrating RDM maturity, institutional governance, and FAIR/CARE principles. Conducting audit-style evidence gathering using structured review matrices and thematic analysis. Producing clear written outputs for academic and non-specialist audiences.

Research Collaborator - Research Data Alliance (RDA) Foundation

Co-developing scoping review on institutional readiness and ethical governance for open-source AI-supported metadata management in Southern and East African universities. Collaborating with multiple stakeholders to communicate complex governance and compliance issues clearly. Supporting participatory AI auditing research through concept development and methodological framing.

Technical Advisory Board Member - Research Data Alliance (RDA) Foundation

Contributed to strategic advisory on research data infrastructure, governance standards, and community engagement for global research data sharing initiatives.

Library and Information Specialist - ECSSR

(2015-01 - 2025-01)

Provided data management, library, and information support across institutional contexts. Maintained and updated library websites and online content. Liaised with IT and content owners to manage updates using content management platforms.

Board Member - Forward In Faith Ministries

(2017-01)

• Preparing structured agendas and coordinate logistics for regular Board and committee meetings
• Take accurate minutes, maintain action logs, and track follow-up actions
• Respond to formal information and reporting requests, producing clear written summaries
• Design and deliver briefings on governance, policy, and information management topics

PhD Candidate - Information Science

Master's Degree - AI governance, data protection, RDM