Key skills and expertise

With 18 years of experience in socio-economic research and monitoring and evaluation (M&E), the expert has developed a robust skill set in managing complex projects and creating M&E systems for international NGOs and government projects. Career highlights include designing and leading impact evaluations in sectors such as education, health, and agriculture. Responsibilities have included conducting successful M&E capacity-building training and holding leadership roles like Director of Monitoring, Evaluation & Research. The expert is proficient in participatory M&E techniques and various statistical and data collection tools.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as USAID, DFID, EU, GIZ, CIDA, and SIDA. The expert has provided technical assistance and conducted evaluations for development cooperation projects spanning thematic areas like education, health, agriculture, nutrition, WASH, and energy. These projects have been implemented at national and sector-specific levels in countries including Zambia, Ethiopia, Lesotho, and Tanzania, focusing on project implementation, monitoring and evaluation, and capacity building.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions across multiple sectors, including education, health, agriculture, nutrition, WASH, and energy. Previously held roles such as M&E Consultant, Director of Monitoring, Evaluation & Research, and Project Manager. The expert's cross-cutting expertise includes participatory M&E techniques and digital data collection, applied in both national and regional projects. Geographic experience is extensive, particularly in Zambia, where the expert has contributed to both local and international initiatives, enhancing sectoral development through strategic evaluation and capacity-building efforts. The expert possesses a deep understanding of regional development issues and cultural dynamics, especially in Zambia, due to numerous long-term assignments.

Languages and education

Bringing fluency in English, the expert has utilized this competence extensively in professional settings across multiple countries, including Ethiopia, Lesotho, Tanzania, and Zambia. This language skill supports work in international development and collaboration with multilingual teams. The expert holds a Master's Degree in Population Studies and a Bachelor of Social Work, both from The University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia. Additionally, a Post Graduate Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation from Cavendish University Zambia, Lusaka, provides a strong foundation in socio-economic research and monitoring and evaluation practices.