Julienne Ndjiki (She/Her)
MScCountry: South Africa
Languages: English & French
Sectors: NGO, Think Tank
Primary Water Expertise: Advocacy, Climate Change, Community Engagement, Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM), Policy and Governance, Sustainable Development Goals (SDG's), Transboundary water management and cooperation
"I am a water professional with hands-on experience on Transboundary water management and governance and distinct ability to manage a variety of stakeholders as well as translate research into policy development"
"My lived experience has forged me to be very flexible and understanding when faced with various issues. I am originally from Cameroon and have lived in South Africa for over 13 years."
"I am committed to ensuring that women and underrepresented people are afforded the opportunity to demonstrate their true values and worth and participate in all developments that impact them and the world as a whole"
Water Experience
I have experience in Transboundary water governance and cooperation, Programme management as well as in Gender and Social Inclusion. I currently manage the Women in Water Diplomacy Network in the Nile as well as the Global Network which also includes Central Asia and Afghanistan as well as other regions aspiring to join the Network including the North American, the Southern African region and the Central African region to name but a few. Through my work and engagement, I ensure women strengthen their capacity, are able to Network and collaborate but also to join water diplomacy and negotiation processes.
Opportunities of Interest
- Speaking engagements (e.g., conference panels, keynote addresses)
- Leadership roles (e.g., board member, committees)
- Research (e.g., academic, not-for-profit, government)
- Being a Mentor
- Having a Mentor
Opportunities Offered
- Mentorship Short-term (e.g., attend a mentorship circle or event; 1-3 meetings with an individual)
- Mentorship Long-term (e.g., regular attendance at mentorship circles, frequent meetings 6+ months)
Languages: English & French
Sectors: NGO, Think Tank
Primary Water Expertise: Advocacy, Climate Change, Community Engagement, Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM), Policy and Governance, Sustainable Development Goals (SDG's), Transboundary water management and cooperation