Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 13 years of experience in health information systems management, the expert demonstrates strong skills in monitoring and evaluation, statistical data analysis, and project management. Career highlights include leading the rollout of electronic medical records in 17 healthcare facilities and developing a costed EMR roadmap for Vihiga County. Previously held roles such as Health Records and Information Officer have involved spearheading initiatives for paperless systems and coordinating data management across multiple counties. Responsibilities have included serving as a trainer of trainers and acting as a focal point for data projects, significantly enhancing health data quality and performance.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international development cooperation through the Kenya Aids Response Program (KARP), collaborating with implementing partners such as ITECH-Kenya, Ampath Plus, and PATH. The nature of these collaborations has included project implementation, capacity building, and technical assistance within the health sector, focusing on HIV/AIDS, TB, and PMTCT data management. These projects have been regional, covering counties such as Kakamega, Vihiga, Busia, and Bungoma in Kenya.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in the health sector, the expert has concentrated on health information systems management and monitoring and evaluation. Key roles have included Health Records and Information Officer, with responsibilities encompassing project implementation, data quality audits, and electronic medical records system rollout. The expert has also contributed to capacity building as a trainer of trainers. The geographic scope of work is regional within Kenya, covering multiple counties such as Vihiga, Kakamega, Busia, and Bungoma, with a cross-cutting focus on digitalization in health data management. Extensive experience working in Kenya has provided deep familiarity with local governance and regional health initiatives, instrumental in implementing electronic medical records systems and enhancing data management practices.

Languages and education

With a background in language proficiency, the expert is fluent in English and Swahili, utilizing these skills in professional settings, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. These language competencies have facilitated effective communication and coordination in health information management and monitoring and evaluation projects. The expert holds a Bachelor's degree in Health Records and Information Management and a Diploma in Health Records and Information with IT from Mt Kenya University, Kenya. Additionally, the expert obtained a Certificate in Health Records Information Technology from Kenya Medical Training College, Kenya.