"Jamila has been a team player, innovative and very engaging with her independent analytical thinking."

"She is operationally sharp and strategically grounded — the rare professional who can design the framework, manage the budget, and train the team, all with the same standard of excellence."

"Iman's engagement with Norwegian Church Aid has been impactful and aligned with our mission. Her ability to connect advocacy with practical, community-level action has made her a valuable contributor to advancing social justice and inclusive development."

"Iman has demonstrated a strong understanding of gender issues and a commitment to promoting equitable opportunities. Her contributions to community development and social inclusion programming were consistently thoughtful and results-driven."

"Iman inspired me both professionally and personally, and gave me valuable insights I have carried ever since. She was a valued colleague who consistently motivated others while fostering a warm, enthusiastic work environment."

"Iman consistently distinguished herself as a committed and collaborative team player, bringing both strategic insight and practical execution to our work. She played a key role in engaging government officials and Members of Parliament, contributing meaningfully to high-level advocacy across multiple sectors."

"Working with Iman was a great experience — she brought simplicity and clarity even to the most demanding work. Her approach to GESI strategy has a lasting impact on the institutions she works with."

"Jamila Lugembe is a results-oriented professional with expertise in gender and political economy, grounded in the Tanzania and broader East African context. She brings a strong understanding of how social and economic dynamics shape development outcomes, applying this insight through practical, context-sensitive approaches. Known for her professionalism, analytical thinking, and clear communication, she contributes effectively to advancing inclusive and sustainable development in the region."

"She was a valuable member with ability to analyse situation and communicate with clarity. Her ability to engage with people from various works of life was also very key in bulding useful bridges that we all benefited from at the Embassy.

"amila is an incredibly thoughtful yet humble professional whose confidence inspires those she works with into being the best versions of themselves. Her leadership is grounded in her integrity and attention to detail. She’s a go getter whose passion drives her into what seem insurmountable challenges until she breaks them. Working with Jamila is truly refreshing because of her consistency and indomitable commitment to the shared goal."

"Jamila has maintained consistent and constructive engagement with our organization through several professional interactions over time. We have met on multiple occasions, during which she has shown genuine interest in the work of Tech & Media Convergency (TMC). Her engagement has been professional, insightful, and aligned with values of inclusive development.

"Experienced leader and expert in governance, gender and reforms. She has a long working experience i managing  civil society projects donours and unternational organisations"

"Jamila is an exceptionally capable professional with deep expertise in gender-related work and a proven track record in advancing gender equality. I witnessed her outstanding contributions during her time with TAWLA and later with Danish Embassy (Danida) in Tanzania, where she supported civil society initiatives, while I worked with the Foundation for Civil Society. She brought strong analytical and strategic skills, and is particularly effective in building and maintaining positive relationships that value partner contributions and align well with donor expectations. Her professionalism, integrity, and results-oriented approach make her highly suited for a senior leadership role in gender-focused programming."

Jamila Lugembe is a transformative leader who operates at the rare intersection of high-level strategic advisory and principled, frontline advocacy. Throughout her tenure, she demonstrated a profound ability to translate complex human rights frameworks into tangible, community-centered outcomes.
What distinguishes Jamila is her analytical rigor combined with a deep, intuitive understanding of political economy. She does not merely manage portfolios; she shepherds them with a clarity that ensures gender equality is treated as a core structural necessity rather than a secondary objective. Whether she was navigating the shifting civic spaces of the Sahel or coordinating multi-sectoral responses to gender-based violence, Jamila remained the "analytical anchor" for our team