Vincent Kole
Ndola
Summary
Highly analytical Statistician with over a decade of experience in Health Management Information Systems (HMIS) and public health data modeling. Recently completed an MSc in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, specializing in complex data analysis, predictive modeling, and DHIS2 management. Expert in transforming raw health data into actionable insights using STATA, SPSS, and SmartCare. Proven track record in collaborating with national stakeholders to optimize data demand and use across the Zambian health sector.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Demand and Use Coordinator (M&E)
Management Systems International
08.2020 - 04.2025
- Statistical Leadership: Spearheaded the development of data dashboards to enhance the analytical capabilities of SHIOs and DHIOs nationwide.
- Technical Assistance: Provided expert guidance on applying statistical tools and routine data requirements to facilitate data-driven decision-making at regional and national levels.
- System Optimization: Oversaw the management of project-specific dashboards on DHIS2, ensuring data integrity and real-time reporting accuracy.
- Capacity Building: Conducted technical workshops on data use tools, training M&E staff in advanced data interpretation.
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Ministry of Health: GRZ
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Framework Design: Developed the statistical M&E framework for the Adaptive Leadership project focused on HIV reduction among adolescents.
- KPI Tracking: Managed project dashboards to track performance indicators, utilizing statistical trends to forecast project outcomes.
District Health Information Officer
Ministry of Health: GRZ
08.2017 - 01.2020
- Data Aggregation: Aggregated and cleaned large datasets from Kapiri Mposhi and Itezhi-Tezhi districts.
- Statistical Reporting: Conducted deep-dive analyses of district health data to identify gaps in service delivery and resource allocation.
- Database Management: Managed the HMIS database, ensuring 100% reporting compliance across the districts.
Health Information Officer
Chitambo Hospital (MOH)
01.2009 - 01.2017
- Informatics Management: Led the aggregation and analysis of hospital-wide clinical data to improve patient care outcomes.
- Knowledge Brokering: Served as a key link between clinical data and administrative policy, leading to a published paper on Knowledge Brokering in Scotland and Zambia (AHILA Conference, 2016).
Education
MSc. - Epidemiology & Biostatistics
University of Lusaka
Zambia10-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies, Library & Information Studies
University of Zambia
Zambia08-2009
O-Level GCSE -
Mansa Secondary School
Zambia11-2000
Skills
- Statistical Analysis
- Data Management
- Software Proficiency: STATA (Advanced), SPSS (Advanced), MS Excel (Macros/Pivot Tables), and Web Design
- Data Visualization
- Research design, Monitoring & Evaluation
- Capacity building
Technical Skills
Regression modeling, Survival analysis, Epidemiological trend analysis, Database creation/management, STATA (Advanced), SPSS (Advanced), MS Excel (Pivot Tables), Web Design, Designing interactive dashboards for provincial and national-level reporting., Systems analysis, Knowledge management and brokering, Performance evaluation
Timeline
Data Demand and Use Coordinator (M&E)
Management Systems International
08.2020 - 04.2025
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Ministry of Health: GRZ
01.2020 - 08.2020
District Health Information Officer
Ministry of Health: GRZ
08.2017 - 01.2020
Health Information Officer
Chitambo Hospital (MOH)
01.2009 - 01.2017
MSc. - Epidemiology & Biostatistics
University of Lusaka
Bachelor of Arts - Development Studies, Library & Information Studies
University of Zambia
O-Level GCSE -
Mansa Secondary School