Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 14 years of experience, the expert is a seasoned biostatistician and demographer specializing in monitoring, evaluation, research, and data analysis. They have successfully managed CDC/USAID PEPFAR-funded projects, offering technical assistance in study design, data management, and policy decision analysis. Proficient in advanced data analysis using STATA, SPSS, and R, the expert has led research and evaluations, developed protocols, and contributed significantly to capacity building. Previously held roles such as Research Advisor and Evaluation Advisor, they have been instrumental in health sector initiatives, ensuring compliance with research ethics and achieving project goals effectively.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in international development cooperation, the expert has collaborated with donors such as CDC and USAID, specifically on PEPFAR-funded HIV projects. Their involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building within the health sector. These initiatives are primarily national in scope, focusing on public health improvements and policy decisions. The expert's work in Lesotho has significantly contributed to the management and evaluation of health-related programs and initiatives, demonstrating their ability to drive impactful outcomes in collaboration with international partners.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse sectors including health, monitoring and evaluation, statistics and data analysis, and research and innovation. Responsibilities have included roles such as Research Advisor, Data Manager, and Evaluation Advisor, with a focus on project management, data analysis, and program evaluation. Their cross-cutting expertise includes providing statistical assistance in public health and managing international health projects. The expert's geographic experience is primarily country-specific to Lesotho, with additional experience in Malawi, contributing to regional health initiatives and policy development. This regional familiarity has equipped them with a deep understanding of local development issues and effective project implementation in Southern Africa.

Languages and education

Proficient in English, one of the UN official languages, the expert has utilized their language skills in diverse professional settings, including international projects and collaborations with multilingual teams. This competence has facilitated effective communication across various cultural and professional contexts. The expert is currently pursuing a PhD in Statistics at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. They hold a Master of Science in Biostatistics from the University of Malawi and a Bachelor of Arts in Statistics and Demography from the National University of Lesotho. Additionally, they have obtained a Certificate in Data Analytics from Cornell University, USA, and a Certificate in Statistics from the National University of Lesotho.