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Dresden, Sn, De

Dresden, Saxony, Germany

Designed and developed Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework for LuxDev programme Skills for Tourism, Agriculture and Forestry (STAF), ensuring that measurement of results can be effectively undertaken, and M&E activities were planned out in advance of overall programme implementation. In process of development M&E information information management system to support programme M&E.• Developed an effective and efficient M&E framework aligned to the programme’s expected results and Development Assistance Committee (DAC) markers, including the programme M&E manual and detailed indicator reference sheets, and provided relevant capacity building.• Designed and developed an overall M&E workplan for 2023-2027, and detailed M&E workplan for end 2023 and full-year 2024.• Reviewed and revised impact logic and M&E matrix (Logical Framework), in line with national and donor priorities.• Conducted research, liaised with relevant government agencies, and implemented calculations to establish baselines for programme indicators.• Reviewed and provided recommendations on programme’s (semi-) annual M&E reporting formats.• Developed data collection tools addressing all relevant indicators in the M&E Matrix.• Developing database systems for the input, cleaning, storage, and visualisation of results for the programme, using Google Forms, Google Sheets, SharePoint, and Power BI. • Developing a storage system for supporting documentation and evidence on SharePoint, supporting M&E means of verification requirements.• Providing capacity building for training providers on collection and validation in data collection tools.• Providing capacity building and developing guidelines for the programme team on use and maintenance of the database system and reports visualisation using Power BI.• Collating and analysing annual 2024 results and drafted annual progress report for the programme.

Yangon, Myanmar

Steered the project towards achieving measurable results and impact, as well as project engagement with stakeholders by leading the MRM team and Communication teams, as well as conflict-sensitive project management (CSPM) initiatives.• Designed and developed project related strategic goals, objectives, and targets for a new project phase, including theory of change and component-level results chains. • Led MRM team, designing and implementing project-wide MRM systems and tools to support management decision-making and reporting, based on qualitative and quantitative monitoring, studies, and surveys.• Developed comprehensive MRM manual, training materials, and provided capacity building for project teams.• Developed tools and processes for quality control processes for data throughout the MRM system.• Designed and developed unified online MRM database system for over 16,000 beneficiaries linked to graphically visualised Power BI dashboards with results and analytical tools.• Led evaluations of the cost effectiveness of project interventions.• Provided technical support and advice for intervention planning, including development of results chains, results measurement frameworks, and data collection tools.• Led capacity building and technical backstopping for 215+ private and public sector partners on effective monitoring and impact measurement.• Updated project manual, including operational procedures, financial, HR and administrative tools and processes. • Developed communication strategy, corporate identity guidelines, templates, and formats to maximise the impact of outreach and messaging to project partners and stakeholders. • Led the Communication team in raising the profile of the project, organising events, developing public relations videos, impact stories and articles, and launching a Facebook page with 10,000+ followers.• Led initiatives that strengthened CSPM systems and responses to changes in the conflict context.

Yangon, Myanmar

Advised the project’s leadership team on management, planning and implementation, and led the project’s MRM, communication, and IT teams.• Advised the Team Leader on strategic and management decision-making, priorities, and process improvements.• Led the project in the Program Director’s absence, including representation at meetings with donors, governments, and private sector stakeholders, as well as any other events.• Led MRM team, designing and implementing project-wide MRM systems and tools to support management decision-making and reporting, including design, implementation, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative monitoring, studies, and surveys.• Designed and developed guidelines to support effective implementation of MRM processes in project teams and with private and public sector partners.• Advised leadership and intervention teams on strategic management, planning, and steering of interventions using results and recommendations from studies, stakeholder feedback, and a database of over 8,000 beneficiaries.• Led capacity building for project leadership, implementation teams, and partner organisations on the principles and tools for effective MRM implementation.• Led development of IT systems to support project implementation, including SQL results measurement database and a share drive system for online document management.• Developed and updated project-related operational procedures, including project manual, as well as financial, HR and administrative tools and processes.• Led the Communication team to raise the profile of the project, engage stakeholders and promote its achievements, including development of public relations materials, branded giveaway items, and organisation of events.

Yangon, Myanmar

Designed and developed the framework and systems for evidence-based MRM systems for the project’s 1st main phase.• Designed and developed project related strategic goals, objectives, and targets, aligned with donor requirements, national priorities, and project inception phase assessments.• Advised the Program Director on project and component planning and implementation.• Steered and supported inception phase research, baseline studies, and information gathering to validate project strategies and implementation approaches.• Designed and developed preliminary project MRM systems to capture relevant results and feed information into planning and decision-making for the project’s first main phase.• Designed and developed tools to support financial, HR and administrative needs of the project and formats for reporting to the donor and government partners.

Medan Area, North Sumatra, Indonesia

Responsible for establishing project-wide monitoring and traceability systems, IT systems and public relations initiatives.• Advised the Program Director and Regional Managers on project strategy, implementation, annual work plans and M&E approaches.• Developed and wrote separate progress reports for the project’s donors and Private Sector Partners.• Led M&E team, designing and implementing project-wide M&E systems key, performance indicators (KPI) and tools to support management decision-making and reporting, including design, implementation, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative monitoring, studies, and surveys.• Designed and developed quality control processes and reporting systems to accurately track project results based on data from 60,000+ farmers and 2,000+ farmer groups.• Designed and implemented end-line survey for 1,100+ cocoa farmers analysing data on farmer demographics, on-farm practices, and adoption of recommendations.• Designed and developed Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for project field implementation and M&E in coordination with Regional Managers and M&E teams to ensure the quality of implementation processes.• Led capacity building for the leadership team on M&E principles, tools, and implementation processes to ensure consistent and streamlined aggregation and measurement.• Led capacity building on M&E systems, tools, and implementation for over 50 project and partner company personnel to ensure accurate data collection, validation, and collation.• Developed project manual and regulations in collaboration with the Human Resources Manager and project leadership team.• Led the public relations team, coordinating the design and development of the project website and its contents, development of all impact stories, articles, and publicity materials, as well as design and branding of all branded giveaway items and signage.

Timor-Leste

Strengthened monitoring and evaluation systems and provided policy advice at the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries (MAF).• In collaboration with MAF, developed policies and implementation strategies for Agri-Business, Gender, Extension Services, and Livestock.• Co-led national priority-setting programme for rural development in Timor Leste with representatives of government, donor agencies, (I)NGOs and civil society.• Developed, implemented, and tested Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) systems for MAF at national and district levels.• Provided technical support, advice and, in cooperation with MAF, strengthened Ministerial organisational structures through Core Function Analysis, developed new processes and templates for reporting and clarified job functions within the ministry.

Laos

Delivered client services and supported acquisition of new contracts.• Prepared proposals and won contracts for several projects, including social enterprise training, rice milling value chain development, and e-learning.• Implemented value chain assessment of sesame project in northern Laos, including recommendations for sesame product development and creating market linkages.• Analysed results and co-wrote large-scale impact assessment of AusAID 5 year scholarship programme.• Conducted training on project cycle management, intercultural communication and presentation techniques for the Government of Laos, Government of Bhutan, and private sector clients. • Developed an online Leadership Portal and its contents, designed to stimulate virtual, user-based coordination amongst Laotian, regional, and international leaders.

Bangkok Metropolitan Area, Thailand

Led the development of region-wide business continuity plans (contingency plans for man-made and natural disasters).• Developed a Business Continuity Plan for the Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific and the Sub-Regional Office for East Asia. • Coordinated creation of plans for 14 field offices in the region, preparing all regional offices to manage and maintain operations during disasters/crises.• Developed regional guidelines for ILO offices regarding apportionment of overhead and semi-variable expenditure under budget-lines of the ILO Bangkok Offices.

Bhutan

Conducted training for Bhutanese Government and Private Sector on Project Cycle Management (PCM) - including Project Design, Log Frame Construction, Monitoring and Evaluation Tools, Results Chains, and Proposal Writing.

Bangkok Metropolitan Area, Thailand

Managed (I)NGO grant proposals and conducted economic and political analyses regarding Myanmar and Southern Thailand. • Appraised, evaluated, and managed (I)NGO grant proposals for European Commission funding.• Represented the European Commission Delegation in high-level negotiations between the EU/European Commission and the Royal Thai Government.• Prepared an analytical report on the Myanmar economy, a report on political and strategic relations between Myanmar and China, as well as regular reports analysing changing political dynamics in Myanmar and Thailand.

Bucharest, Romania

Strengthened internal systems to enhance organisational competitiveness of the company in advance of Romania’s accession to the EU.• Analysed company strategy, defining new organisational objectives and mission.• Designed and managed setup of customer relationship database to support compliance for certification under ISO 9001. • Managed the design and development of a new corporate website.

Masters Of Business Administration, General Management

International Corporate Strategy, HRD, Financial and Management Accounting, Globalisation and International Markets as well as other.

Bachelors (Hons), International Business

Economics, HRD, Financial and Management Accounting, Business Information Technology Systems, Global Political and Economic Environment