Key skills and expertise.

Bringing over 18 years of experience in international development, the expert specializes in data analytics, monitoring and evaluation, and information management. With a career spanning more than 12 years in designing and managing MIS platforms, they have led projects in sectors such as health, education, and governance across multiple countries. Previously held roles include key positions in organizations like the UN and VSO International, where responsibilities included managing mission-wide information systems, coordinating inter-ministerial projects, and implementing technology-enhanced education systems. Their technical skills encompass web development, database management, and analytics, with significant achievements in capacity building and system standardization.

Project experience and donor exposure.

With a background in collaborating with international donors, the expert has worked with organizations such as USAID and PEPFAR, primarily in Ethiopia. Their involvement included providing technical assistance and capacity building to strengthen family planning programs through data-driven approaches. They have also engaged in projects funded by various donors in Ethiopia, focusing on health management information systems and electronic medical records, while collaborating with potential donors for ICT funding. These initiatives were sector-specific, targeting health and education, and were implemented at a national level.

Sectors and geographic focus.

Worked across diverse projects involving multiple sectors, including civil society, NGOs, gender, health, monitoring and evaluation, and information and communication technology. The expert has held roles such as Information Management Officer, ICT Adviser, and MIS Adviser, focusing on designing and managing MIS platforms and implementing technology solutions. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes digitalization in education and health management systems. The geographic scope of their work spans Africa and Asia, with significant contributions in countries like DR Congo, Ethiopia, and Zambia, addressing regional and country-specific development challenges. They have demonstrated a deep understanding of regional development issues and cultural dynamics, particularly in long-term assignments with organizations like the United Nations and VSO International.

Languages and education.

Proficient in English, Hindi, Bengali, and French, the expert also has basic speaking skills in Amharic. These language skills have been effectively utilized in various international roles across countries like Ethiopia, India, and DR Congo, facilitating communication in multilingual teams and supporting international development projects. The expert holds a Master of Engineering in Information Management from the Asian Institute of Technology in Bangkok, Thailand, with a focus on information retrieval and visualization, knowledge and project management, and information system design. Additionally, they have a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics from Kuvempu University in Karnataka, India.