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Joseph Cosmas Mushi
Biography
Joseph is a passionate and accomplished Human-Centered Designer (HCD) with over eight years of experience driving innovation through user-centered methodologies across diverse sectors—including Communication, Health, Education, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), and Agriculture. His work focuses on translating complex challenges into inclusive, context-sensitive solutions that empower communities and improve service delivery.
With more than two decades of professional experience as a computer analyst, Joseph has provided high-level consultancy and conducted applied research in the fields of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), computer network architecture, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence (AI). His interdisciplinary expertise enables him to bridge technical systems with human needs, ensuring that digital platforms are not only functional but also intuitive and culturally resonant.
Joseph has also made significant contributions to curriculum development for computer-related programs, spanning both professional certification tracks and mainstream academic institutions. His pedagogical approach integrates global standards with local realities, fostering capacity-building and digital literacy among educators, clinicians, and technologists.
Driven by a commitment to social impact and technological equity, Joseph continues to champion participatory design, scenario-based learning, and adaptive systems that serve both urban and rural populations—particularly within Tanzanian health and education ecosystems.
Research Interest
Human-Computer Interaction
Mobile Computing
Computer Networking
Algorithm design
Contacts
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Projects
Lead Consultant,
Use of Human-Centered Design (HCD) to Promote Vaccine Uptake to Under-Fives in Moshi and Tabora Municipal Councils [ Oct. – Nov. 2024]
Ministry of Health (MoH)
Dodoma, Tanzania
- Contact Person: Mr. Simon Nzilibili, MoH, Health Promotion Section,
- Email Address: simon.nzilibili@afya.go.tz
Phone number: +255 756 449 154
Lead Consultant,
National E-Commerce Strategy 2024/2025 – 2029/2030 [ June 2023 – Dec. 2024]
Ministry of Industry and Trade (MIT)
Dodoma, Tanzania
- Contact Person: Mr. David Geofrey, MIT, Department of Trade Integration
- Email Address: david.geodfrey@mit.go.tz
Phone number: +255 762 087 000
Co-Principal Investigator,
HCD-based Co-creation of sustainable solutions to promote vaccine utilization and address challenges around zero-dose children [ June – Dec. 2023]
UNICEF Tanzania Country Office
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
- Contact Person: Ms. Awet Araya, SBC Specialist
- Email Address: aaraya@unicef.org
Phone number: +255 743 283 473
Facilitator,
Early Childhood Development HCD-based Co-creation Design Workshop [18 - 22 June 2024]
UNICEF Tanzania Country Office
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
- Contact Person: Ms. Jane Mgone, Knowledge Management Specialist
- Email Address: jmgone@unicef.org
Phone number: +255 688 033 587
Facilitator,
Network Business Continuity to Government Officials [ Jul. – Sep. 2016]
President's Office, Regional Administration and Local Gov. (PO-RALG)
Dodoma, Tanzania
- Contact Person: Mr. Erick Kitali, Director of ICT Department
- Email Address: ekitali@tamisemi.go.tz
Phone number: +255 713 858 844
Lead HCD Facilitator
Co-creation Design Workshop on Health Issues Facing Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW) [ Sept. – Oct. 2024]
UNICEF Tanzania, Dodoma Office,
- Contact Person: Mr. John George, HIV/AIDS Specialist/Liaison Officer
- Email Address: jgeorge@unicef.org
Phone number: +255 754 821 707
Publications
YN Mnyawami, HH Maziku, JC Mushi
Applied Artificial Intelligence 36 (1), 2071406
Neuro fuzzy modelling for prediction of consumer price index
G Ambukege, G Justo, J Mushi
arXiv preprint arXiv:1710.05944
Trust and its challenges facing e-government programs in Kenya
F Musau, W Cheruiyot, JC Mushi
2011 International Conference on Computer and Management (CAMAN), 1-4
H Li, Z Xiao, B Xing, S Wu, Y Wang, Z Liu, Y Zeng, JC Mushi, H Sun, P Li
Virology journal 19 (1), 127
Genetic algorithm-enhanced retrieval process for multimedia data
F Musau, W Cheruiyot, T Guan-Zheng, C Mushi
International Journal of Advancements in Computing Technology
YN Mnyawami, HH Maziku, JC Mushi
Applied Artificial Intelligence 36 (1), 2145632
Performance Analysis of Recharging Scheme of M-SaaS through M-banking
JC Mushi, W Cheruiyot, F Musau, GZ Tan
Using genetic algorithms to optimize web caching in multimedia-integrated e-learning content
CW Kipruto, GZ Tan, F Musau, JC Mushi
H Maziku, J Cosmas, N Maki, H Kimaro, C Otine
International Conference on Social Implications of Computers in Developing
YN Mnyawami, H Maziku, JC Mushi
Modeling M-SaaS delivery model for threshold-based credit recharging using M-banking
JC Mushi, G Tan, F Musau, C Wilson
2011 3rd International Conference on Computer Research and Development 2
M Mshangi, K Kapis, J Cosmas
2018 IST-Africa Week Conference (IST-Africa), Page 1 of 9-Page 9 of 9
W Cheruiyot, GZ Tan, F Musau, JC Mushi
Multimedia systems 17 (6), 507-521
Security Enhancement of SIP Protocol in VoIP Communication
H Lema, F Simba, J Mushi
Journal of ICT Systems 1 (2), 71-92
Investigation of a Suitable Hybrid Time Series Model for Predicting Clove Price
A Ali, J Mushi
Journal of ICT Systems 1 (2), 1-16
Principals of Trust in Internet Security and Websecure Environment
F Musau, W Cheruiyot, JC Mushi, J Modie
2011 International Conference on Computer and Management (CAMAN), 1-4
Mobile Pedestrian Navigation Framework for Multi-factors Resources Allocation
J Mushi, B Jungwa
Tanzania Journal of Science 47 (1), 163-179
ACO-Based Measure for SYN Flooding Over Mobile Data Connectivity
JC Mushi, M Kissaka, K Kapis
International Conference on Industrial, Engineering and Other Applications
JCM Mahadia Tunga
WWW Foundation Research Paper, 14