Our Team

 

Claire Uwineza

Chief Executive Officer

Claire leads the organization's leadership, strategy, program expansion, and fundraising. She has an MBA from Oklahoma Christian University, a Certificate in Social Enterprise Management & Impact Investing from Monterey Institute of International Studies, and a broad range of experience spanning project management, finance, program monitoring & evaluation, and customer care. Before joining Resonate, she worked with Oxfam and World Vision Rwanda before serving as the Manager of an Aegis Trust social enterprise in Rwanda.

Claire has made significant contributions to both the development and business sectors. She takes a particular interest in tackling challenges creatively and developing others to realize their full potential. She serves as a steering committee member for the Rwanda Women Leaders Network hosted by the Ministry of Gender and Family Promotion. She aspires to live in a world where women and girls believe in their dreams, raise their voices without fear, and run successful businesses.

 

Deo Gakuba

Head of Finance and Administration

Deo leads Resonate’s finance and accounting department, overseeing key areas such as bookkeeping, financial planning and budgeting, compliance, and grant administration. With over eight years of experience in financial management, reporting, operations, audit, and tax compliance, he is a highly skilled finance professional.

Prior to joining Resonate, Deo worked as the Financial Reporting Manager at Inkomoko Entrepreneur Development, where he gained a comprehensive understanding of financial operations and regulatory standards through various roles in the finance department. Deo holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the School of Finance and Banking in Kigali and is currently pursuing a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation.

Deo is committed to becoming an exceptional leader by empowering others and is enthusiastic about his role at Resonate, eager to grow with the team toward shared goals

 

Yvette Imanishimwe

Senior Programs Manager

Yvette ensures quality delivery of Resonate training, manages Resonate’s facilitators, and supports programs implementation, improvement, and innovation. She graduated in Business Administration and General Management from North Island College in Canada.

She has built significant experience in customer service, interpersonal relations, communication, and stakeholder management throughout her career in various industries in Canada and Rwanda.

She is passionate about facilitating learning for individuals, especially women and young girls in Rwanda, and helping them integrate their new learnings and breakthroughs in all aspects of their lives.

 

Ange Munezero

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning Manager

Ange leads the development and implementation of monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) strategies. She designs frameworks, manages MEAL systems and tools, leads impact collection and reporting, and coordinates impact assessment activities.

Ange is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Public Health at the University of Suffolk, has a background in accounting, and possesses an inquisitive mind. She is equipped with the skills and capacity necessary to strengthen MEAL approaches, and in the long run, she hopes to influence policies through evidence-based decision-making and advance the welfare of individuals and communities, especially women and girls.

Ange is committed to embodying "possibility" for other women and being part of communities that lift and empower others.

 

Sandrine Uwase

Partnerships and Communications Manager

Sandrine is in charge of establishing new partnerships and managing relationships to ensure partners’ satisfaction.

While pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer and Software Engineering at the University of Rwanda, Sandrine interned with the Ministry of Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Innovation, where she was astounded by the severity of the gender gap in the ICT sector and all the existing opportunities that young girls do not fully exploit due to a variety of factors, including gender stereotypes.

Upon completion of her Bachelor's degree, Sandrine was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to work with Resonate, where the organization's mission and vision aligned and resonated with her previous experience at the Ministry of ICT and Innovation. Sandrine is a people person, passionate about serving others, and enjoys seeing women grow and thrive.

 

Scovia Ampumuza

Community Engagement Manager

Scovia is in charge of planning and delivering training content and reporting. She contributes to curriculum revision, development, Quarterly program reviews, and project planning. She holds a degree in procurement & Logistics Management from Kyambogo University in Uganda and has a Certificate in Research design, data collection, processing & Analysis and in SGBV/Trauma Healing training.

Scovia is forever passionate about facilitation and engaging in the mindset shift of women & youth by increasing their power to take control over decisions that shape their lives and community. She is determined to be a great leader through her ability to empower others, she is happy to work for Resonate today, grow with the team, aspiring towards a common goal.

 

Delphine Ihirwe

Programs Manager

Delphine plans and executes training sessions, develops and improves curricula, and manages training data and participant feedback. She also contributes to strategic planning and facilitates workshops, empowering women and girls in the community.

Delphine holds an Advanced Diploma in Business Management and Entrepreneurship from Davis College, Akilah. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the Adventist University of Central Africa.

Her professional training includes a Project DPro certificate from Humentum and completion of the Thrive at Work Program through the Hanga Ahazaza Initiative by the African Management Institute.
Delphine first joined as a contracted facilitator, where she led content delivery and coordinated logistics for various training sessions. She also gained valuable experience as a professional intern in the Recruitment and Admissions Department at Davis College, Akilah. She was also the campus director for the Hult Prize Foundation at Davis College, Akilah.

Driven by a passion for leadership development and community engagement, Delphine aspires to expand Resonate’s impact by reaching more communities and fostering leadership skills.

 

Mwiza Dascha Karekezi

Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning Coordinator

Dascha supports MEAL implementation across programs, ensuring data quality, analysis, reporting, and accountability to inform program impact.

She holds a Bachelor's degree in Public Health from Mount Kenya University, with experience in mixed-methods research and monitoring and evaluation.

Her experience includes serving as a Young Impact Associate under the Mastercard Foundation's program at Vanguard Economics, where she contributed to research and impact measurement of development programs, and as a Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Officer at Africa Quantitative Sciences.

Dascha is passionate about social impact and leverages data to produce actionable insights that drive program learning and success.

 

Inès Reine Ishime

Communications and Development Lead

Ines leads the creation and implementation of the communications and brand strategy to elevate Resonate's brand awareness. She manages media relations and oversees communications, sales, fundraising collaterals, and other digital materials to ensure a cohesive narrative for the organization.

Prior to her role at Resonate, Ines held communications and digital marketing positions at Munyax Eco, HOPE Holdings, and several other organizations, where she honed her expertise in digital communications. Ines graduated in Electronics and Telecommunications Technology from the Integrated Polytechnic Regional College (IPRC) and received a Certificate of Good Leadership from Rotary International, a global network of 1.4 million people dedicated to creating lasting change.

Ines is a firm believer in the transformative power of believing in others, especially young women, recognizing that such encouragement is the greatest motivation for them to become influential change-makers.

 

Cynthia Barakagwira

Programs Lead Facilitator

Cynthia is in charge of leading leadership and confidence-building programs for women, girls, and youth across Rwanda.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering from the University of Rwanda, College of Science and Technology (formerly KIST), 2013.

 Cynthia joined Resonate as a Part-time facilitator in September 2022, delivering 50+ workshops to over 1,500 participants across Rwanda, including underserved and vulnerable communities. She previously worked in customer service, strategic coordination, and telecommunications engineering.

Cynthia is passionate about expanding access to leadership training and strengthening participant-led initiatives across Rwanda's underserved communities.

 

Immaculée Ishimwe Isimbi

Alumni Impact Associate

Isimbi leads alumni engagement and supports the continued growth and success of program participants. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering from the University of Rwanda and is passionate about empowering communities through leadership and capacity building.

Her journey with Resonate began as a participant in the Storytelling for Leadership workshop, a transformative experience that revealed her leadership potential and inspired her commitment to creating positive change. Since then, she has strengthened her expertise by completing Project Management and Safeguarding Essentials through Humentum, as well as the Lift Her Up Program, where she earned a certificate in The 15 Laws of Growth.

Isimbi is committed to supporting, mentoring, and inspiring women, particularly those pursuing careers in traditionally male-dominated fields. She envisions a future where every woman recognizes her potential, leads with confidence, and has the opportunity to make informed decisions that transform her life and her community.

 

Clarisse Niyonkuru

Logistics and Administration Associate

Clarisse serves as the operational support, managing payments, documentation, office operations, and procurement while providing essential support in vendor selection, and IT coordination.

While pursuing her Bachelor's degree in International Business and Trade at African Leadership University, Clarisse was fortunate enough to work as an Operations Intern at Resonate. Besides her bachelor's degree, Clarisse is a circular economy champion, one of thousands of members of the Room Fellowship and African Career Network. She also received professional mentorship at the Global Mentorship Initiative.

Clarisse believes that empowering youth and women unlocks endless possibilities for a brighter future.

 

Divine Ikirezi Batamuliza

Programs Facilitator

Divine supports the implementation of community-based programs by coordinating field operations, facilitating training sessions, monitoring group performance, managing project logistics, and preparing analytical reports.

She holds an Advanced Diploma in Business Management and Entrepreneurship from Davis College, Akilah, and she is currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Finance to strengthen her expertise in financial management, project implementation, and sustainable development.

Before joining Resonate, Divine worked as a Recruitment and Admissions Assistant at Davis College, where she supported student recruitment, admissions, and stakeholder engagement while helping prospective students access higher education opportunities.

Divine is passionate about youth and women's empowerment, leadership development, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and mentoring. She is committed to helping individuals build confidence, develop leadership skills, strengthen financial resilience, and make informed decisions that improve their livelihoods and create sustainable change in their communities.

 

Marie Claire Igirimbabazi

Programs Facilitator

Marie Claire leads workshops and projects at Resonate. She has a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and Marketing from the University of Kigali.

Through her role, she has honed her skills in workshop delivery and project leadership, significantly contributing to the organization's mission of empowering women to enact positive change. Her dedication to her work is evident in her commitment to helping women and girls step forward with confidence, believe in themselves, and recognize their strengths and abilities.

Claire is passionate about creating an environment where women and girls feel supported and encouraged to pursue their goals. She understands the unique challenges women face and is devoted to providing them with the tools and support needed to overcome these obstacles.

 

Delphine Nishimwe

Programs Facilitator

Delphine is a dedicated programs facilitator specializing in leadership and confidence-building workshops for women and girls.

Delphine has a Bachelor's degree in human nutrition from the Catholic University of Rwanda and she is a registered nutritionist.

With a passion for empowering women to realize their full potential, Delphine has cultivated a dynamic and supportive environment where participants can thrive. Her approach is centered on creating a safe and inclusive space that encourages personal growth and mutual support. Her commitment to making a positive impact is evident in her efforts to inspire and support women in building the skills and confidence needed to lead with authenticity and strength.