Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 15 years of experience, the expert is a seasoned professional in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) systems. Key qualifications include designing MEL systems, conducting research, and facilitating structural change for sustainable development. Responsibilities have included developing human capacity, managing consortium projects, and implementing multi-sectoral MEL systems. Career highlights include increasing report acceptance rates by 15% and improving turnaround time by 25% through enhanced training and mentorship. The expert is proficient in both qualitative and quantitative research methods and statistical analysis, demonstrating a strong ability to deliver innovative solutions and ensure sustainable results.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with USAID, contributing to the design and delivery of projects for the Joint Clinical Research Centre. The expert's involvement included capacity building, project implementation, and developing program performance tools to enhance services for vulnerable populations in Uganda. Additionally, the expert has conducted institutional capacity assessments and developed systems and databases for MEL, supporting international development cooperation projects in the region.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in civil society, NGOs, monitoring and evaluation, statistics, grants, research, and disaster reduction, the expert has held roles such as MEL Manager and Director of Monitoring, Evaluation, and Research. Responsibilities have included designing and implementing MEL systems, conducting capacity assessments, and managing large-scale projects. The expert possesses cross-cutting expertise in integrating digital tools for data collection and analysis, enhancing program efficiency. Geographic experience includes Uganda and Papua New Guinea, focusing on regional development and sustainable project outcomes. This diverse geographic experience has equipped the expert with a strong understanding of regional development issues and the ability to work effectively in different cultural contexts.

Languages and education

With a background in statistics, the expert holds a Bachelor's Degree in Statistics from Makerere University in Uganda, completed in 1999. This educational foundation supports extensive experience in monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems within the international development sector. The expert is fluent in English, Swahili, and Tok Pisin, utilizing these language skills in diverse professional settings, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. Linguistic capabilities have supported effective communication and coordination in international development projects across various regions.