Chinyama Mizinga
Lusaka
Summary
Seasoned Regional Strategic Information Officer with a robust background in monitoring, evaluation, and data management, primarily with Project Concern Zambia. Excelled in data management, problem-solving, communication skills team collaboration, significantly enhancing data-driven decision-making processes and excels in environments requiring ability to effectively prioritize work and manage complex schedules. Microsoft Office, Kobo toolbox, and Google Forms adept at transforming complex data into actionable insights. Resourceful Assistant known for high productivity and efficiently completing tasks. Specialize in t Known for strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and capability to thrive under pressure.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Strategic Information Officer
Project Concern Zambia
Lusaka
01.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: PCZ was an organization funded by the US Department of Defense, PEPFAR and USAID
- The organization managed a project called DoD HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP)
- Planning and Monitoring and Evaluation System Design where I support the review and development of the USAID Empowered Youth Programme II M&E system and project specific M&E plans at PCZ level
- Participate in the development of tools and tools protocol for the program
- Draw out quarterly action plans out of the overall Annual work plan and report monthly on the activities implemented in M&E
- Capacity Building in Monitoring and Evaluation: I facilitate training for partners in M&E and data management
- Supports partners in the development and implementation of their M&E Plans and databases
- Monitors the data flow processes in the USAID Empowered Youth II program and provides support as needed
- Maintains the M&E databases at regional level
- Prepares summary data on a monthly & quarterly basis to inform project managers on progress on targets
- Meets the reporting requirements for PEPFAR funding
- Facilitates documentation of key project processes, content/promising practices, lessons learned and success stories
- Ensures that all hard copy documentation is maintained securely and systematically
- Review weekly/monthly/quarterly reports submitted by USAID Empowered Youth Programme II partners to PCZ and gives timely feedback
- Conducts M&E Review meetings with programme partners
- Develop and update (quarterly) an IPTT for recording aggregated data to aid in tracking of indicators/performance
- Conducts RDQA and provides M&E Technical support for programme sites in the district
- Identifies M&E training needs for programme partners and communities and makes recommendations
- Provides technical support to partners in tracking progress towards milestones on their work plans and RDQA action plans
- PCIZ was an organization funded by the US Department of Defense, PEPFAR and USAID
- The organization managed a project called DoD HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP)
Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Assistant
Project Concern International Zambia
10.2017 - 09.2020
- Company Overview: PCIZ was an organization funded by the US Department of Defense, PEPFAR and USAID
- The organization managed a project called DoD HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP)
- Cervical Cancer data management; handling all data compiled from the Cervical Cancer Static Facilities
- Creating monthly reports on the various projects
- Conducting Data Quality Assessments in military sites across the country
- Conducting trainings for various military and other civilian participants
- Coordinating and consolidating data from the data entry team
- Offering timely and highly informative information to my superiors
- Updating to tool protocol with any updated tools that were developed or updated for effective program usage
- Updating the Indicator Performance Tracking tool for in-house indicator tracking
- PCIZ was an organization funded by the US Department of Defense, PEPFAR and USAID
- The organization managed a project called DoD HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP)
Data Entry Clerk
Project Concern International Zambia
07.2015 - 09.2017
- Company Overview: PCIZ was an organization funded by the US Department of Defense, PEPFAR and USAID
- The organization managed a project called DoD HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP)
- I was involved in Cervical Cancer Screening and HIV/AIDS Counseling and testing Projects across the country
- My role ranged from planning cervical cancer trips for the year, coordinating the sensitization program while on the trip, to entering the client level on-site data
- Ensuring proper data management during the mobile HIV/AIDS testing and counseling services
- Monitoring Client linkage to CARE services and adherence to drug usage
- Community mobilization and sensitization on HIV/AIDS testing to ensure the achievement of the 90-90-90 strategic goal
- Peer Education Trainings, M&E Trainings, Innovation Trainings, team building, idea generation in project/program modification, social welfare and many other trainings
- PCIZ was an organization funded by the US Department of Defense, PEPFAR and USAID
- The organization managed a project called DoD HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP)
Intern
Project Concern International
01.2015 - 06.2015
- This mainly involved data collection, entry and travelling to 6 military bases in Serenje, Mpika, Kasama and Mbala
- Data entry for Orphans and vulnerable children/home based care: Safe motherhood action group: prevention of mother to child transmission: peer education and prevention
Data Collector
World Food Program
02.2015 - 02.2015
- Data collection
Research Assistant
Institute for Economic and Social Research (INESOR)
12.2014 - 12.2014
- Company Overview: In conjunction with the Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD)
- Data collection and various roles as the assistant team leader
- In conjunction with the Centre for Trade Policy and Development (CTPD)
Research Assistant
United Nations World Food Program
09.2014 - 11.2014
- Data collection and management of fuel funds and all field expenses
Research Assistant
Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU)
05.2013 - 05.2013
- Company Overview: Under the Office of the Vice-President
- Data collection
- Under the Office of the Vice-President
Intern
Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU)
01.2012 - 02.2012
- Company Overview: Under the Office of the Vice President
- Worked under the procurement and warehousing department
- Under the Office of the Vice President
Researcher
University of Zambia
01.2012 - 01.2012
- Company Overview: Department of Development Studies
- Data collection
- Department of Development Studies
Researcher
University of Zambia
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Academic research on student’s awareness of rights on campus
- Compilation of research proposal, data collection and reporting
Education
Master of Social Science - Health and Social Service Management
Lingnan University
Hong Kong01.2021
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Development Studies with Sociology
The University of Zambia
Zambia01.2014
Diploma - Human Resource Management
National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA)
01.2018
Grade 12 School Certificate -
St. Joseph’s High School
01.2008
Skills
- Microsoft Office software: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and basics of Access
- Kobo tool box
- Internet and email
- Editing and proofreading
- Office equipment operation
- Presentation creation
- Project management
- Record keeping
- Online research
- Data entry
- Meeting coordination
- Team collaboration
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 27/06/92
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Zambian
- Marital Status: Married
Accomplishments
- Achieved academic recognition for being the best graduating student in the Master’s program with an overall GPA of 3.77.
- Certificate of Recognition from the Lingnan University Alumni Association for the Primary School Program
- Presented strategies for managing Autism at an international conference
- Wrote a grant proposal for a Street kids project in Zambia.
- Member of the Culture Network Team at Global Communities.
- Awarded with an in-house Simply the Best Award thrice at PCI Zambia.
- Master of Ceremony for PCI Zambia’s 20th anniversary.
- Served as Social Welfare Chairperson for 4 years at PCI.
Automotive experience
Can drive an automatic car, and I have a valid drivers’ license.
Languages
- English, Speaking, Reading and Writing
- Tonga, Speaking, Reading and Writing
- Bemba, Speaking, Reading and Writing
- Nyanja, Speaking
References
- Coretta Mukelabai, SI Manager, Project Concern International Zambia, Martin Luther King Road, P.O Box 32320, Lusaka, Lusaka, 32320, (+260-977370981)
- Dr. Padmore Adusei Amoah, Lecturer, Lingnan University, 8 Castle Peak Road, Tuen Mun, Hong Kong, (+852-54876314)
- Cassiano Nzala, Research Team Leader, University Of Zambia, Institute for Economic and Social Research, Lusaka, (0976-383580), cassnzala@yahoo.co.uk
Additionaltrainingsandqualifications
2017, In-house training by Project Concern International, Certificate in Project Management for Development Professionals (PD-Pro)
Personal Qualities
- Tried and proven public speaking
- Proven communication and presentation skills
- Enthusiastic and eager to learn
- Self-motivated and able to work under pressure
- Fast learner
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Ability to convey complex information in clear language
- Ability to discuss and share ideas with stakeholders
Timeline
Regional Strategic Information Officer
Project Concern Zambia
01.2023 - Current
Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Assistant
Project Concern International Zambia
10.2017 - 09.2020
Data Entry Clerk
Project Concern International Zambia
07.2015 - 09.2017
Data Collector
World Food Program
02.2015 - 02.2015
Intern
Project Concern International
01.2015 - 06.2015
Research Assistant
Institute for Economic and Social Research (INESOR)
12.2014 - 12.2014
Research Assistant
United Nations World Food Program
09.2014 - 11.2014
Research Assistant
Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU)
05.2013 - 05.2013
Intern
Disaster Management and Mitigation Unit (DMMU)
01.2012 - 02.2012
Researcher
University of Zambia
01.2012 - 01.2012
Researcher
University of Zambia
01.2010 - 01.2011
Master of Social Science - Health and Social Service Management
Lingnan University
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Development Studies with Sociology
The University of Zambia
Diploma - Human Resource Management
National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA)
Grade 12 School Certificate -
St. Joseph’s High School
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