Detail-oriented team player with strong organisational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Elizabeth Glaser pediatric aids foundation
09.2015 - 09.2016
Developed data collection tools for routine programme data collection and management
Conducted baseline survey and desk review of children and adolescent programs in program districts
Reviewed data and data collection tools used by EGPAF to improve these tools and optimize data quality
Ensured collection of project inputs and outputs regularly for programme management, reporting and implementing data verification and data quality checks needed
Routinely used collected data to measure the effectiveness of program interventions
Facilitated the integration of project-specific data collection systems and indicators to government, donor and partner systems
Technical assistance to sub-grantees
Formulation of Adolescent peer support groups in all program districts and sites and ensured adequate documentation and monitoring systems are in place
Development and dissemination of Adolescent prevention and treatment strategies
Supported the design of program interventions, informed by data-driven insights.
Established a culture of continuous learning by promoting critical reflection on project successes and challenges.
Conducted regular site visits, ensuring accurate data collection and timely reporting.
Ensured compliance with donor requirements through diligent documentation and reporting practices.
Logistics Coordinator (consultancy)
VitalWave
11.2014 - 03.2015
Coordinate all travel arrangements for consultants
Manage travel budget and coordinate expenses with the Finance department
Data collection during site visits
Taking meeting notes and sharing them with action points
Arranging for interviews in various health facilities and posts and making any necessary follow-up.
Programme Officer
Tropical Health Education Trust
01.2013 - 10.2014
Assist in monitoring, budget spend and ensuring programme activities are according to budget plan
Collection of data for monitoring and evaluation as well as for report writing
Manage visitor and staff records
Facilitate partner/stakeholder relationships
Organizing and coordinating events, such as workshops, regional meetings and programme training courses
Preparing communication for stakeholders and partner ministries
Speech preparation and delivering communication on behalf of the organisation
Preparing technical experts’ terms of reference
Develop and review volunteer checklist and work plans
Support volunteers in their implementation of programs
Collaborating with partners and stakeholders in programme implementation
Prepare budgets for trips, office expenses and Educational placements
Programme reporting to different stakeholders
Providing support to the HRH Programme Manager and team to ensure the objectives and deliverables of THET and the HRH are met
Any other duties as would be assigned.
Collaborated with finance department to budget and monitor program operations, ensuring sound fiscal and system management.
Sales Coordinator
Sonergy Diagnostic
03.2011 - 01.2013
Developing and maintaining a customer data base
Prepare monthly sales analysis of each product
Maintain sales activity records and reports
Quality checks on the products
Respond to sales enquiries and concerns by phone, electronically or in person
Ensure customer service satisfaction and good client relationship
Stock control- monitor and report on record levels
Receive, check and record stock
Prepare tender documents and client quotations
Schedule meetings with clients
Create and manage written communications
Provide any other sales and administrative services as requested by superiors.
Education
Master of Science - International Development
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland
11.2022
No Degree - Certificate in Monitoring And Evaluation
INESOR
Lusaka, Zambia
07.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia
08.2010
Skills
Computer Skills
Databases
Tool development
Data Collection
Research expertise
Performance monitoring
Report Writing
Performance Tracking
Logical reasoning
Indicator Development
Monitoring Frameworks
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Excellent Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Attention to Detail
Organizational Skills
Adaptability and Flexibility
Self Motivation
Decision-Making
Interpersonal Skills
Written Communication
References
Ruth Nswana, +260975760519, ruthnswana@gmail.com, DAPP Development Aid from People to People, Grant Management/M&E Manager
Senior Officer – Regional Finance & Operations- Africa at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS FoundationSenior Officer – Regional Finance & Operations- Africa at Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation