Relax Moyo

Business Development and Resource Mobilization Director , Aspira Consulting International

Harare, Zimbabwe

Finance, Procurement, and Grants Management Specialist with 12+ years’ experience overseeing multi-million-dollar donor portfolios across humanitarian and development sectors. Skilled in financial planning, grant administration, compliance, and partner oversight, with proven ability to optimize systems, strengthen accountability, and ensure efficient, compliant delivery of donor-funded programs.

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Area of Expertise:
  • Administration, Management, Finance/Accounting, Procurement
  • Capacity Building, Training, Advocacy
  • Fundraising, Business Development, Grants Writer
  • Trade, Finance, Economics, Cooperation, Global
Professional Experience:

Relax Moyo is a Finance, Business Development, and Grants Management Specialist with over 12 years of experience leading financial governance, donor compliance, and institutional growth across global development and humanitarian programs. Currently serving as Business Development and Resource Mobilization Director at Aspira Consulting International, he drives strategic partnerships, proposal design, and organizational positioning to secure high-value funding from multilateral, bilateral, and private sector donors.

At Aspira, Relax leads the design and implementation of growth strategies that strengthen institutional visibility and financial sustainability. He coordinates technical teams in developing competitive bids, concept notes, and frameworks for multi-country projects, integrating compliance, financial realism, and measurable impact indicators.

Before joining Aspira, Relax held progressive leadership roles in finance, procurement, and grants management with global development organizations. At USAID Zimbabwe, he served as Acquisition and Assistance Specialist, managing complex funding portfolios exceeding USD 460 million. He led multi-program budget planning, variance analysis, and compliance monitoring, integrating ERP systems such as GLAAS, Oracle, and SAP to improve efficiency and transparency. Through system harmonization and performance tracking, he reduced audit queries by 30% and enhanced financial data accuracy across regional operations.

Earlier, at Catholic Relief Services, he worked as Grants and Compliance Specialist, overseeing award management for large humanitarian portfolios funded by USAID, SIDA, and the Global Fund. He developed internal control frameworks, standardized subaward compliance procedures, and introduced digital monitoring tools that strengthened accountability and audit preparedness. His initiatives significantly improved donor confidence and subrecipient performance.

During his tenure as Finance and Administration Officer at World Vision Zimbabwe, Relax managed over USD 100 million in development and relief funding. He led financial reporting, risk management, and procurement oversight, while streamlining grant start-up and closeout procedures by 20%. His close collaboration with operations, supply chain, and human resources teams contributed to stronger compliance and operational efficiency across field programs.

Relax combines technical depth with strategic insight, positioning him as a bridge between financial governance, operational systems, and resource mobilization. His technical expertise spans ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, Sun Systems, Power BI), advanced Excel, and process automation, enabling organizations to improve decision-making and performance visibility.

An ACCA Finalist and FAC COR Level III certified professional, Relax holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and is completing a Master’s in Supply Chain Management. He is recognized for building resilient systems, strengthening institutional capacity, and promoting transparent, data-driven management practices.

Across his career, Relax has demonstrated integrity, innovation, and a solutions-oriented approach. He thrives in fast-paced, multicultural environments and excels at developing cross-functional strategies that align resources with organizational priorities. Today, he supports organizations seeking to enhance donor relations, optimize financial and operational systems, and position themselves competitively in the evolving global development landscape.

Education:

ACCA Finalist (Full Membership anticipated in 2026) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) |2026
Master of Science degree in Supply Chain Management Chinhoyi University of Technology | Zimbabwe |2025|
Advanced Diploma in Accounting & Business Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Bachelor of Commerce Honors Degree in Accounting National University of Science & Technology |2013|
FAC COR Level III (Senior Project Management Certification) Defence Acquisition University (DAU) | 2025 |

Available for:

  • Consulting assignments
  • Job opportunities
  • Internships / Fellowships

Years of Experience:

10-15 years

Highest Qualification:

Masters

Languages:

English, IsiNdebele, Shona, Kalanga, Zulu

Nationality:

Zimbabwe

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