Planning, Research, Monitoring And Evaluation Associate
• Assisted in preparing compelling proposals to secure resources and managed financial documentation.• Assisted in the coordination of the implementation of Gender-Based Violence and Sexual Harassment policies across Higher Education Institutions.• Developed and successfully implemented an effective Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework for NCHE's 2021-2026 Strategic Plan.• Led M&E efforts for the Higher Education Management Information System (HEMIS), collecting and analyzing data related to students, staff, and programs.• Ensured data accuracy by routinely collecting and analyzing quarterly progress data for the 2021-2026 Strategic Plan.• Conducted rigorous analysis of weekly HEMIS data to provide statistical insights on the performance of Higher Education Institutions.• Designed data collection forms using advanced tools like Survey CTO, Kobo Toolbox, and Epi-Info.• Coordinated sensitization clinics for the Public University Selection (PUS) process, collaborating with representatives from six public universities.• Provided comprehensive career guidance to prospective applicants, aligning their choices with relevant academic programs.• Assisted in managing and maintaining the database for the Public Higher Education Selection data.• Collaborated in the design and programming of questionnaires for critical surveys.• Actively participated in field data collection, contributing to both qualitative and quantitative research efforts.• Demonstrated proficiency in data cleaning and basic analysis techniques.• Contributed extensively to report writing, ensuring accurate communication of analyzed data to both the council and the ministry.• Conducted in-depth research on emerging priorities within the Higher Education sector, driving informed decision-making.• Initiated and fostered productive relationships with development partners, resulting in successful resource mobilization efforts.
