Hermence Matsotsa - Global Intercultural Connector

Hermence Matsotsa's work experience begins with their role as Founder & CEO at uBuntu, a company specializing in workforce training and development, as well as global health and international development workforce consulting. In 2017, they joined the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as a Public Health Adviser & Country Officer, where they supported CDC global partners in implementing activities related to the Global Health Security Agenda. Prior to this, they worked at the Center for Disease Control and Prevention as a Public Health Advisor and Training Specialist, providing capacity building and training to public health consultants working on immunization activities in the Caribbean and Sub-Saharan Africa. Hermence was also a Technical HIV/AIDS and Health Communication & Training Consultant with the United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF), where they facilitated workshops and built the capacity of policymakers and programmers. Additionally, they served as a PEPFAR Senior Technical HIV/AIDS and Sexual and Reproductive Health Advisor at Peace Corps Jamaica and held leadership positions at AIDS/HIV Services Group (ASG) as Director of Prevention Education and Testing Programs and Executive Director. Recently, they worked as the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) Interim Program Coordinator/Advisor at USAID, supporting the Central America & Brazil PEPFAR program.

Hermence Matsotsa - Global Intercultural Connector has a comprehensive education history that spans several years and includes multiple degrees and certifications.

Hermence first attended Ashland Elementary School, though the specific start and end dates are unknown. Following this, they pursued a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in International Relations and Affairs at the University of Mary Washington from 1995 to 1999.

After completing their undergraduate studies, Hermence went on to earn a Masters Certificate in Adult Education from the University of the District of Columbia between 2005 and 2006. Hermence then pursued a Master in Public Health degree, specializing in Community Health Education, at the University of Massachusetts Amherst from 2006 to 2009.

In addition to their academic achievements, Hermence has obtained various certifications that enhance their expertise in intercultural connections. Hermence became a certified facilitator for the "4 Stages of Psychological Safety In the Workplace" by LeaderFactor in October 2021. In the same month, they also received certification as a Cultural Intelligence Facilitator from the Cultural Intelligence Center. In December 2020, Hermence earned the title of Certified Culture Facilitator from Veritas Culture and additionally became a Certified Diversity to Belonging Facilitator from the same institution.

Based on the available information, Hermence Matsotsa - Global Intercultural Connector possesses a strong educational background and a commitment to continuous professional development through certifications in various intercultural and diversity-related fields.