Coalition of African Animal Welfare Organisations
Executive Director
2020 - Present
- Leading the coalition's efforts to unite animal welfare organizations across Africa
- Developing and implementing strategic initiatives to improve animal welfare standards
- Advocating for policy changes at national and continental levels
- Building capacity among member organizations through training and resource sharing
- Representing African animal welfare interests in international forums
Humane Society International
Animal Welfare Consultant - Farm Animal Welfare
2013 - 2017
- Provided expert consultation on farm animal welfare issues across Africa
- Pioneered the launch of Green Mondays initiative in South Africa
- Developed and implemented animal welfare training programs
- Collaborated with government agencies and NGOs to improve animal welfare standards
- Represented HSI at international conferences and forums
Pan African Animal Welfare Alliance
Chairperson
2012 - 2016
- First chairman of the alliance, elected by delegates from 28 African countries
- Provided strategic direction and ensured realization of set objectives and goals
- Championed the East Africa regional animal welfare baseline research with the African Union (AU) and the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE)
- Built partnerships with international animal welfare organizations
- Led advocacy efforts for improved animal welfare legislation across Africa
Compassion in World Farming
Animal Welfare Consultant - Farm Animal Welfare
2009 - 2013
- Consulted on farm animal welfare issues in South Africa and beyond
- Helped launch Meat Free Mondays initiative
- Advocated for higher welfare standards in livestock farming
- Conducted research on sustainable food systems
- Engaged with stakeholders across the food production chain
IMQAS & Department of Agriculture
Meat Inspector & Veterinary Public Health Practitioner
2000 - 2009
- Conducted primary meat inspection and implemented hygiene management systems
- Performed abattoir auditing to ensure compliance with safety standards
- Developed and delivered meat safety awareness programs
- Implemented food safety protocols and quality assurance measures
- Collaborated with government agencies to improve food safety standards
Other Professional Engagements
- Board Member - Soil For Life
- Member - International Coalition for Farm Animal Welfare
- World Animal Day Ambassador - Led marches in 2014 and 2015 to South Africa's parliament
- Member - African Union's Africa Platform for Animal Welfare
- Coordination Committee Member - Implementation of the Africa Strategy for Animal Welfare
- Board Member - Peoples Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA)
- Executive Director in South Africa - A Greener World
International Experience
Tozie has presented on farm animal welfare and sustainable food systems in numerous countries including:
- Belgium (European Union Parliament)
- Croatia
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Morocco
- Kenya
- Zimbabwe
- Tanzania
- Malawi
- Namibia
- Botswana