Biography of Hope Herbert Nkhoma Hope Herbert Nkhoma is a strategic academic leader and grant architect based in Malawi, recognized for advancing climate-health research, behavioral science, and organizational innovation. His career bridges universities and NGOs, where he has designed multi-partner projects, refined governance structures, and secured sustainable funding streams for initiatives such as ReHeMa. Hope is masterful at translating research into donor-ready proposals, mapping funding landscapes, and crafting compelling innovation branding. His leadership style blends vision with pragmatism—balancing ambitious ideas with meticulous budgeting, operational planning, and stakeholder engagement. Colleagues describe him as collaborative, detail-oriented, and deeply invested in Malawi’s advancement. Selected Publications • Self-Efficacy and Health Behavior Outcomes in Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs): Examining Gendered Pathways • A Comparative Analysis of the Levels of Self-Efficacy between Males and Females with Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) These works highlight his commitment to evidence-based approaches in tackling NCDs and shaping policy through research. Current Focus Hope is channeling his expertise into securing multi-source funding, refining governance documents for clarity and buy-in, and developing branding strategies that elevate innovations to global visibility.