Key skills and expertise

With over 10 years of experience in public health research, the expert specializes in Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) for child-focused and HIV programs. Bringing advanced skills in quantitative and qualitative data analysis, the expert utilizes tools like SPSS, Stata, and Atlas.ti. Leadership roles have included developing M&E strategies and frameworks, conducting evaluations, and capacity building. Career highlights include successfully leading projects with international donors such as USAID and PEPFAR, achieving significant improvements in health program outcomes and data management systems in Rwanda.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors including USAID, PEPFAR, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and the European Union. Responsibilities have included project implementation, technical assistance, evaluations, and capacity building in health-related sectors. The expert has been involved in national and sector-specific projects, focusing on areas such as HIV prevention, maternal and child health, and nutrition, with a geographic focus in Rwanda.

Sectors and geographic focus

Previously held roles such as M&E Manager and Technical Advisor in the public health sector, focusing on MERL for child-focused and HIV programs. Cross-cutting expertise includes digitalization of monitoring tools and health system strengthening. The expert's work primarily spans national initiatives in Rwanda, enhancing health outcomes and program effectiveness through comprehensive evaluation and capacity building. Geographic experience in Rwanda has involved collaboration with local governance and understanding cultural dynamics to implement effective monitoring and evaluation strategies.

Languages and education

With a background in multilingual environments, the expert is fluent in English and French, both UN official languages, and Kinyarwanda. These language skills have been utilized in professional settings, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. Educational background includes an Advanced Post Graduate Diploma in Public Health Research from the James Lind Institute in Switzerland and ongoing studies for a Master’s in International Public Health from Liverpool John Moores University in the UK. Additionally, the expert holds a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Psychology from the University of Rwanda, College of Medicine and Health Sciences.