JANE NTUNDE
Founder & CEO, PDA East Africa Ltd – Operating across Tanzania, Rwanda, and Uganda, Jane Ntunde leads a regional consulting firm specializing in human resource management, organizational development, and institutional effectiveness.
Human Resources & Institutional Development Expert – She brings extensive expertise in HR operations, people data science, organizational effectiveness, and institutional development initiatives, supporting both private and public sector transformation.
Behavioral Analyst & Well-Being Coach – With a strong background in psychology, Jane integrates behavioral science into HR strategies while coaching professionals to enhance resilience, balance, and psychological well-being.
Consulting & Capacity Building Specialist – With more than 15 years of experience, she has helped organizations optimize HR operations, design competency frameworks, implement policies, and drive organizational change to achieve sustainable results.
Institutional Reform & Public Sector Engagement – Jane has contributed to institutional assessments, public sector reform programs, performance improvement initiatives, and curriculum development for capacity-building projects.
Regional Impact & Civic Engagement – Originally from Singida, Tanzania, and now based in Kigali, Rwanda, she has collaborated with leading universities—including the University of Dar es Salaam, University of Dodoma, St. Joseph University, and the State University of Zanzibar—to advance graduate employability, career readiness, and soft skills development.
Technological Integration & Thought Leadership – Described by peers as “the artificial intelligence lady,” Jane is recognized for her early adoption of AI tools to address real-time organizational challenges and enhance HR analytics. She has also contributed to research and publications with the University of London (SOAS, Dr. Mark McQuinn), focusing on poverty reduction strategies in Tanzania.
Advisory & Partnerships – Beyond her consulting work, Jane has served as an operational strategist and advisory mentor for initiatives such as Tanzania’s Women, Infants, and Community Outreach Foundation (WICOF) and Uganda’s Zimba Women. She also partners with international and regional organizations, including PDA International (USA), Top Performance Africa (Rwanda), Tanzania Institute of Bankers (TIOB), and Ras Kiroko Villas (Tanzania).
Education & Professional Credentials
Jane is a Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP), Behavior Analyst, and Well-Being Coach. She holds degrees in Business Administration and Psychology, alongside an MBA in Human Resource Management.
