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As Research Analyst, I lead data codification, standardization, and strategic coherence of data collection towards increased impact at Street Child Uganda. My role is pivotal in promoting evidence-based decision-making, and responding to information management needs in line with Street Child global strategy.

Development, Management, and Maintenance of Performance Management Plan (40%)• Innovatively designed and managed monitoring tools aligning with program indicators and the overarching M&E plans.• Regularly engaged in data collection, analysis, and reporting, ensuring all activities were in line with the defined indicators and targets.• Ensured regular updates and revisions of the M&E tools to keep them current and effective. Development and Implementation of Mission-wide… Show more Development, Management, and Maintenance of Performance Management Plan (40%)• Innovatively designed and managed monitoring tools aligning with program indicators and the overarching M&E plans.• Regularly engaged in data collection, analysis, and reporting, ensuring all activities were in line with the defined indicators and targets.• Ensured regular updates and revisions of the M&E tools to keep them current and effective. Development and Implementation of Mission-wide M&E Tools and Processes (40%)• Trained staff and affiliated organizations on the TOFI M&E system, emphasizing the results framework.• Spearheaded the development and execution of Data Quality Assessments, focusing on data reliability and decision-making utility.• Crafted quarterly Disability Inclusion Insight Briefs, disseminating knowledge on best practices, lessons learned, and essential resources.• Diligently contributed M&E data to the Global Thematic Results Frameworks under the TOFI Programme.• Ensured timely and quality data reporting meeting the standards of both NUDIPU and international donors like the Atlas Alliance and Norwegian Association of the Disabled (NAD).Facilitation of Learning from Data Analysis (20%)• Collaborated closely with consultants during Baseline, Mid-term, and End-line Evaluations, providing vital documentation and insights.• Assisted in capacity-building initiatives, focusing on gender-sensitive, disability-inclusive M&E and learning.Relevant Outputs:• Numerous writings, stories of change, and case studies showcasing the tangible impacts of my M&E efforts. Show less

o Spearheaded the development of Gulu NGO Forum’s 5 Year Strategic Plan (2017-2021); consequently, prepared and caused to be implemented the Forum’s M&E system to deliver on the strategy.o Developed together with GIZ’s Technical Advisor, the Organization Capacity Assessment (OCA) tool for the GIZ’s Gulu Regional Hub for their Civil Society in Uganda Support Programme (CUSP) for Capacity strengthening of Member Organizations of Gulu NGO Forum.o Focal Point Person for the Development of… Show more o Spearheaded the development of Gulu NGO Forum’s 5 Year Strategic Plan (2017-2021); consequently, prepared and caused to be implemented the Forum’s M&E system to deliver on the strategy.o Developed together with GIZ’s Technical Advisor, the Organization Capacity Assessment (OCA) tool for the GIZ’s Gulu Regional Hub for their Civil Society in Uganda Support Programme (CUSP) for Capacity strengthening of Member Organizations of Gulu NGO Forum.o Focal Point Person for the Development of Comprehensive CSO Framework for West Acholi. This Change Project, funded by GIZ sought to develop a Planning, Coordination, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting Framework for all the CSOs in West Acholi.o Carried out monitoring of all programs on an ongoing basis, identifying key learning points for improvement.o Generated smart data and information to produce monthly, quarterly monitoring reports, and evaluation reports for sharing. Categorized information according to stakeholder needs.o Assisted the Executive Director to effectively communicate with the stakeholders through integral use of the Forum’s website as well as handling its social media accounts and information systems generally.o Spearheaded The Forum’s Institutional End line Evaluation of the Inspectorate of Government’s sub-granted CRETA Project, a Public-Private multi-stakeholder project involving the Government of Uganda and CSOs in the Greater Northern Region and Mid-Western Uganda. The Project was funded by the World Bank under the NUSAF 3 Programme. Show less