Eng. Asma Iddi Mkwata

Asma Iddi Mkwata is a Tanzanian development professional, registered engineer, and programme management specialist with extensive experience in project management, strategic partnerships, resource mobilization, and sustainable development. She serves as the Head of Programs and Fundraising Lead at the ImpactBridge Global Foundation (IBGF), where she oversees programme design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation, partnership development, and fundraising initiatives that advance the Foundation’s mission. With a multidisciplinary background in engineering, project management, and community development, Asma brings a practical and results-oriented approach to delivering high-impact programmes. Her professional experience spans infrastructure development, environmental sustainability, institutional strengthening, and stakeholder engagement across both the public and private sectors. Publicly available professional information indicates that she is a Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Tanzania and has worked on engineering and development initiatives. (LinkedIn⁠) At IBGF, Asma leads the Foundation’s programme portfolio by developing innovative projects, coordinating strategic partnerships, strengthening donor engagement, and mobilizing financial resources to support sustainable community development. She works closely with government institutions, development partners, the private sector, and local communities to ensure that programmes are impactful, accountable, and aligned with national development priorities and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Her leadership focuses on: * Programme design, planning, and implementation * Grant writing and resource mobilization * Donor relations and partnership development * Monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning (MEAL) * Climate resilience and environmental sustainability * Community empowerment and inclusive development * Women’s and youth economic empowerment * Institutional capacity strengthening Asma is passionate about creating sustainable solutions that improve livelihoods, promote innovation, and strengthen community resilience. She believes that effective partnerships, transparency, and evidence-based programming are essential for delivering meaningful and lasting development outcomes. Professional Motto “Building sustainable partnerships that transform ideas into lasting community impact.”