Ephraim Daka

ephraim daka

Finland

Bio Summary

Ephraim Daka is an accomplished Science Technology and Innovation (STI), social & development economics consultant and research scientist with over 15 years of experience. Has a demonstrable track record as a national advisor, providing research, analysis, and insight that governments, and corporations rely upon for multi-country strategic investment decisions.

Offers international and research excellence for business development projects conducting feasibility studies, designing frameworks, Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems, capacity building and negotiating joint private and public funding initiatives.

Daka is not only effective in dealing with multiple or conflicting priorities and deadlines but also very calm and resilient, especially in high-pressure and time-critical situations

Employment History

Finnish Consulting Group

Evaluation Consultant

Finnish Consulting Group

October 2021 - February 2022

Eurajoki, Finland

Mid-Term Review of the Accelerated Growth for SMEs in Zambia (AGS) Project, funded by MFA Finland. To analyze the effectiveness and potential impact of the Programme and its implementation mechanism and assess the need for a ...see more
Technopolis

Research & Innovation Policy Expert

Technopolis

June 2021 - March 2022

Brussels, Belgium

EU and OACPS R&I Policy Support Facility (PSF) for Research & Innovation Programme. To design a Step-by-step guide towards developing a National Innovation Fund (NIF) to support a functioning national innovation system (NIS) ...see more
FCG Finland

Evaluation Consultant

FCG Finland

September 2021 - February 2022

Helsinki, Finland

Mid-Term Review of the Accelerated Growth for SMEs in Zambia (AGS) Project, funded by MFA Finland. To analyse the effectiveness and potential impact of the programme and its implementation mechanism, and assess the need for a ...see more

Peer Reviewer

November 2020 - March 2021

Paris, France

Reviewed the Second edition of the REN21 Renewables in Cities Global Status 2021 report. • Participated in reviewing the report focusing on verifying collected data on renewable energy transition in cities and policies in ...see more
Self Employed

Lead Project

Self Employed

February 2019 - December 2020

Mogadishu, Somalia

Proposal preparation for developing and establishing an Entrepreneurship & Innovation Journal in East Africa. Provided technical support to building the operational framework, to support the Somali academia contribution to t ...see more
COWI

Lead Country Expert-Business Incubator

COWI

November 2018 - December 2018

Brussels, Belgium

Feasibility Study on support to Business Incubators in Eastern and Southern Africa Project. To support entrepreneurship and the creation of start-ups, decent jobs and inclusive and sustainable growth • Conducted feasibilit ...see more
FTI Consulting

Innovation & Development Consultant

FTI Consulting

November 2016 - October 2017

London, UK

Formulation of the New Private Sector Support Programme for Zambia. Funded through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Finland: • Reviewed the Zambian Science & Technology and SME policies to align with the program objectives ...see more
baastel

Climate Finance Consultant

baastel

May 2015 - December 2016

Brussels, Belgium

Formulation of the Lake Tanganyika Sustainable Development Project. To support and strengthen the capacities of local communities in agriculture, forestry, and natural resource management and improve their livelihoods. Funded ...see more
Sida

Partnership Advisor

Sida

September 2014 - March 2015

Lusaka, Zambia

Industrialisation and Job Creation project in Zambia, funded by Swedish MFA, focused on capacity development of technical skills in the manufacturing sector: • Developed partnerships cycles between Private and Public Sect ...see more
VTT

Research Scientist

VTT

April 2009 - August 2012

Espoo, Finland

Lead researcher and technical advisor for multiple research projects focused on STI and ICT drivers in Southern Africa. • Contributed development in STI policy and Phase I Southern African Innovation Support Programme col ...see more
Siemens Digital Industries Software

Service / Project Manager

Siemens Digital Industries Software

February 2007 - November 2009

Espoo, Finland

-Managed software Development lifecycle for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and SAP financial upgrades projects for clients - Performed customer service, help desk and reporting

Team Leader

May 1988 - May 1995

Lusaka, Zambia

Engaged in new market business development opportunities and the investment strategy for start-ups in emerging markets The project managed a team of community representatives across the District and implemented cross-cutting ...see more

Selected Project Experience

Project Description:
In promoting the NIF, the government should initiate an awareness-raising campaign at all levels in the quadruple-helix of government, academia, industry, and society. The purpose of enhancing interlinkages is to spur demand-led innovation activities and further encourage collaboration between universities, public and private sector actors, and civil society

Industry: Energy

Topic(s): Project & Program Management

Education

Associate's in Managerial Economics

Twente University

2011

Master's in Economics

Åbo Akademi University

2004

Bachelor's in Business Administration/Management

Abo Akademi

2003

Language Skills

Country Experience

Kenya Somalia Finland Zambia France United Kingdom United Arab Emirates Mauritius

Skills

Marketing and Public Relations

Competitive Analysis

Business

Business Development,

Project Management

Environment

Climate Change,

Carbon & Energy Economics,

Circular Economy,

Sustainable Investing

Economics, Policy, and Social Studies

Policy Development

Education and Training

Program Management