Mr. Nsengiyumva is presently the Executive Secretary of the Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA). A hands on result oriented leader, possess deep analytical skills and widely respected in education policy cycles in Africa.  He brings more than 20 years of experience acquired in policy development in education, technical and vocational skills development (TVSD) as well as Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Having been a Rwandan government minister for over 4 years, Mr. Nsengiyumva skills of understanding government functionalities, social capital and networks with the regional bodies like African Union, African Development Bank will be necessary in achieving the mandate of ADEA.

Shem has over 15 years’ experience in policy development support, education sector analysis and capacity development of national Education Management Information Systems (EMIS). As Senior Programs Officer since joining the ADEA Secretariat in June 2015, he has brought a wealth of knowledge and experience in strategic leadership and management. He also coordinates ADEA’s Task Force and Inter-Country Quality Nodes (ICQNs) in program implementation. He continues to be the ADEA focal point to the African Union in the implementation of CESA 16-25.