Kennedy Siyabu
Lilongwe
Summary
Experienced monitoring, evaluation, research, and learning (MERL) professional with 13+ years of program management and community development experience. Demonstrated expertise in implementing robust M&E systems, managing data effectively, and conducting evaluations within development projects. Proficient in utilizing statistical packages, mobile data collection tools, and GIS/GPS applications. Extensive background in successfully executing agriculture, agribusiness, and natural resource management projects across various regions in Africa.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Strategic Information Officer
Luke Commission
Manzini, Eswatini
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Streamlined DREAMS M&E plan, resulting in improvement in data accuracy and compliance
- Upgraded EMR and CMIS Standard Operating Procedures, leading to an increase in efficiency of health data management
- Developed standardized data collection tools, improving cross-project comparability and reducing reporting time
- Implemented regular Data Quality Assessments (DQA), enhancing data reliability and ensuring timely follow-up on action plans
- Designed and delivered M&E capacity building programs, upskilling 50+ staff members and improving overall data quality
- Produced accurate and timely data and reports for USAID/PEPFAR, maintaining 100% compliance with donor requirements.
Monitoring and Evaluation Manager
LGAP –DAI
Balaka, Malawi
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Overhauled M&E system, including PMEP implementation, resulting in increase in data utilization for decision-making
- Spearheaded complex statistical analyses, providing critical insights that informed strategic program adjustments
- Trained staff and 12 local partners on M&E tools and methodologies, improving local capacity and data quality
- Conducted comprehensive data quality assessments, identifying and rectifying data discrepancies
- Revolutionized reporting processes, reducing report generation time while enhancing quality and depth of insights.
Programme Manager
GIZ
Lilongwe, Malawi
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Developed innovative information products, increasing stakeholder engagement and knowledge sharing
- Led design and implementation of activities with key partners, resulting in an increase in agricultural productivity
- Orchestrated seamless coordination among FAO, CGIAR research centers, and other stakeholders, enhancing project synergies
- Implemented a robust result-based monitoring system, improving project accountability and adaptive management.
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
We Effect
Lilongwe, Malawi
03.2010 - 10.2015
- Pioneered an integrated monitoring plan with GIS mapping, increasing spatial data utilization and improving targeted interventions
- Designed and conducted comprehensive program evaluations, leading to evidence-based improvements in project strategies
- Generated high-impact reports that increased donor confidence, securing an additional 30% in project funding
- Developed and implemented capacity-building activities, enhancing M&E skills of partners and communities leading to more sustainable project outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness Management
University of Malawi
Lilongwe, Malawi08.2009
Skills
- Monitoring and Evaluation: Project design, implementation, and impact assessment
- Data Management: DHIS2, Tableau, ArcGIS, SPSS, Epi Info, Microsoft Excel
- Research: Quantitative and qualitative research design, tool development
- Capacity Building: Training staff and partners on M&E methodologies and tools
- Reporting: Donor reporting, data visualization, and presentation
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
Phonenumber
+265 999 390 777
Certification
Outcome mapping for Programme and Project Planning Monitoring and Evaluation. June 2016
Mainstreaming Disaster Risk Reduction in Development Projects. May 2013
Agroforestry and Enterprise Development.September 2011
Project Planning Monitoring and Evaluation. July 2010
Computer Programming.June 2005
References
Mrs. Ulemu Kambwiri from LGAP Project- USAID Malawi kambwiriu@gmail.com | 0888854665
Kevin Anurantha from The Luke Commission kevin.anurantha@lukecommission.org | +26878025482
Christina Krause from Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) christina.krause@giz.de | +4922844601482
Timeline
Strategic Information Officer
Luke Commission
01.2022 - 12.2023
Monitoring and Evaluation Manager
LGAP –DAI
09.2019 - 06.2021
Programme Manager
GIZ
01.2018 - 08.2019
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
We Effect
03.2010 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness Management
University of Malawi