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Obert Mundanya
Lusaka
Summary
Versatile MEAL professional with extensive experience in data management, quality assurance, and field monitoring. Expertise in utilizing statistical tools and digital systems for impactful reporting and decision support. Strong commitment to ethical data practices and continuous program improvement through effective analysis and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Part-Time Tutor & Researcher
University of Zambia
03.2024 - Current
- Taught and mentored students in demographic research methods and statistical analysis using SPSS, Stata, and Excel.
- Supported survey design, data interpretation, and academic report writing for enhanced clarity.
- Guided students in applying statistical techniques to real-world scenarios for practical understanding.
Data Analyst (Freelance)
Freelancing
01.2024 - Current
- Led data cleaning, validation, management, and statistical analysis of datasets for maternal and child health programs using Stata, R, SPSS, and Excel to support evidence-based decision-making.
- Developed analysis plans, indicator summaries, and analytical reports for NGO and donor-supported programs to enhance monitoring and reporting processes.
- Created Power BI and Excel dashboards to facilitate program performance tracking and stakeholder reporting.
Core Facilitator – Data Analysis Training (Excel & Stata)
COMESA
Lusaka
04.2026 - 04.2026
- Co-delivered training focused on enhancing data analysis capacity for GLTFIP reporting across member states.
- Developed participant skills in data management, statistical analysis, and visualization using Stata and Excel.
- Enabled analysis of multi-country datasets, resulting in comprehensive reporting outputs including tables and dashboards.
- Fostered high satisfaction rates among participants, noting significant improvements in analytical skills.
Research Assistant – Third Party Monitoring (DECT Programme)
Klinex
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Facilitated third-party monitoring for UNICEF's drought emergency cash transfer program through data verification and analysis.
- Coordinated enumerators and conducted routine field data quality checks to uphold ethical standards.
- Ensured adherence to informed consent procedures and maintained data confidentiality throughout project lifecycle.
Data Quality Assessment Team Lead
University of Zambia
01.2025 - 01.2025
- Led multi-district data quality assessment for gewel-swl program, verifying district and community data through comprehensive document reviews.
- Ensured compliance with data quality standards and reporting protocols while implementing verification procedures.
- Synthesized findings into actionable recommendations to enhance program data systems.
Field Data Collection Team Supervisor
University of Zambia
Chilubi
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Supervised field data collection teams across districts, ensuring strict adherence to protocols and quality standards.
- Conducted routine data verification and progress monitoring for timely, accurate submission of field data.
- Prepared daily and end-of-fieldwork reports detailing operational challenges and key observations.
- Supported ethical data collection through informed consent procedures and confidentiality safeguards.
Data Capturer (M&E Systems)
World Bicycle Relief
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported monitoring and evaluation processes through data entry, verification, validation, and reporting using Salesforce and TaroWorks, ensuring data quality through routine checks.
- Improved accuracy and timeliness of program reporting through effective collaboration with district teams.
- Coordinated with district teams to resolve reporting discrepancies, boosting completeness and accuracy of program reports.
- Collaborated with district teams to address reporting discrepancies, enhancing overall completeness of program reports.
Research Assistant
UNZA
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Conducted quantitative and qualitative data collection on community participation in CDF programmes.
- Contributed to data analysis and preparation of research reports for partners.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Demography and Development Studies
University of Zambia
05-2024
Master of Arts - Population Studies
The Univesity of Zambia
Lusaka 03.2025 - Current
Skills
- Research and statistical analysis
- Student assessment
- Data management and cleaning
- Quality assurance and validation
- Data collection systems
- Data visualization and reporting
- Field research coordination
- MEAL framework
- Data quality assessments (DQAs)
- Indicator tracking
- Performance reporting
- Ethical data management
- Mixed methods analysis
- Electronic data systems
- Reporting dashboards
Timeline
Core Facilitator – Data Analysis Training (Excel & Stata)
COMESA
04.2026 - 04.2026
Master of Arts - Population Studies
The Univesity of Zambia
03.2025 - Current
Research Assistant – Third Party Monitoring (DECT Programme)
Klinex
03.2025 - 07.2025
Data Quality Assessment Team Lead
University of Zambia
01.2025 - 01.2025
Field Data Collection Team Supervisor
University of Zambia
10.2024 - 12.2024
Data Capturer (M&E Systems)
World Bicycle Relief
05.2024 - 08.2024
Part-Time Tutor & Researcher
University of Zambia
03.2024 - Current
Research Assistant
UNZA
02.2024 - 03.2024
Data Analyst (Freelance)
Freelancing
01.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Demography and Development Studies
University of Zambia
Professional Development
- Basics of M&E and Learning, CARE Climate and Resilience Academy, 05/2024
- Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation, Purdue University / Nsanje Hills Training Institute
- Certificate in Data Visualization with Power BI, AQSkills, 05/2024
- Certificate in Project Management and Planning, University of Zambia
- Data Management and Analysis using SPSS, University of Zambia
- Certificate in Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse, UNICEF, 05/2025