Andrew Agbenyi

AGBENYI ANDREW AMEH No 1 sirasso Crescent, Zone 7 Abuja, Nigeria Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Specialist | Project Management Specialist | Researcher -|-| skype: agbenyi.andrew Personal Profile I am an experienced Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist with over 8years experience in Monitoring and Evaluation of Health (HIV/AIDS, TB and Malaria), Social Protection, Livelihood, Market System and Agriculture and WASH Programs in developmental and Emergency settings with excellent records of setting up monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure programs are implemented according to set standards as well as making visible learnings. I have hands-on experience in planning, coordinating and implementing projects with the ability to effectively lead a team while constantly delivering exceptional results. Embracing the value of innovation and growth, I consistently develop myself for the present and future challenges, and I believe vulnerable communities can and should realize their full potentials. Expertise and Skills Data Management (DHIS, NOMIS, TOLA, ComCare, ODK), analysis and research of both qualitative and quantitative methods as well as the use of statistical packages: SPSS, Tableau, Excel and Power Bi Monitoring and Evaluation of Health, developmental and humanitarian sector Programs, knowledge management and learning, Have the ability to, and experience of team building and leading teams, Capable of working independently, taking own initiative and control of programs and to implement tasks to accomplish stated goals and objectives through effectively delivered results, Excellent Presentation and communication in written and spoken English and Hausa, Excellent Computer skills Research, Studies, Evaluation and Surveys Conducted Political Economy AnalysisOctober 2022 Baseline study using Radonmize Control Trial April 2022 Conflict Rapid Need Assessment January 2022 Data Quality Assessment March 2021 Agricultural Value Chain Assessment for Small Holder Farmer on a Resilience Program- March 2020 Youth Led Labour Market Assessment Yobe Northern NigeriaJanuary 2020 Conflict Sensitivity Assessment in Yobe State August 2019 Gender Assessment for a Resilience Progeam in Yobe State Northern NigeriaSeptember 2019 Coordinated End of Project Evaluation for Investing in the Safety and Integrity of Nigerian Girls and Boys Project in North East Nigeria March 2019 Conducted Cohort Livelihood and Risk Assessment (CLARA) for Adolescents in North-East Nigeria - December 2018 Conducted Post Distribution Assessment for Adolescents girls and boys that received a grant on the Investing in the Safety and Integrity of Nigerian Girls ProjectOctober 2018 Conducted baseline study for Creating Alternative to Early Marriage Among Adolescents Girls in North-East Nigeria February 2018 Conducted Learning Assessment of Adolescents in Safe Spaces on Investing in the Safety and Integrity of Nigerian Girls and Boys Project in North East NigeriaJanuary 2018 Conducted Youth Labour Market Assessment for Adolescents in North-East Nigeria August 2017 Coordinated the baseline study of Investing in the safety and Integrity of Nigerian girls Project in North East Nigeria March 2017 Conducted Knowledge Attitude and Practice of Men and Women of Reproductive Age in Kastina Ala and Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State June 2014 Work Experience Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Advisor November 2021- date Mercy corps Set up the MEL system, including all tools and data collection processes for program activities to capture high quality data. Engaged directly with a variey of local implementing partner organizations and their MEL staff, both coaching and holding their staff accountable for implementing the programs overal MEL system Oversee the development of project’s Management Information System to aggregate data, generate report as per donor requirement, and provide real-time, accurate information to program managers and Senior Management Team(SMT) Establish a system to monitor defined M&E indicators; ensure data is reviewed and utilized throughout program implementation and provide to SMT for Collaboration, Learning Adapting approaches Update MEL and project management systems to reflect program progress and needs; enforce proper usage of these systems by program staff Ensure that lessons learned throughout the project are captured and communicated to internal and external stakeholders through appropriate chanels Regional Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Advisor Feb 2021- October 2021 Chemonics International Provided leadership, training and mentoring in the development of M&E Plans, M&E tools, survey design, methodology, data analysis, and other skills required for assessing the impact of the program. Bi Monthly Key Performance Indicator and Last Mile Delivery Monitoring Reporting Lead and/or collaborate with external evaluators on the design and roll out of the program baseline and evaluations, while setting up effective systems for learning. Ensured programs use the necessary M&E systems and tools, to inform and improve the program, as well as feed into the broader country-level M&E system and country strategy. Took lead in aligning, collecting and reporting on relevant indicators to the organizational-wide M&E systems, and other external systems as relevant. Participated and facilitation of country and sector-level strategic planning sessions, assisting program managers and senior management in the development of their annual plans. Provided guidance, recommendations, and leadership to ensure that the M&E systems meet the needs of Programs Managers and Country Leadership and help address shortfalls in M&E and data management that affect program implementation. Built the capacity of all relevant team members to develop and maintain an excellent M&E system, including regular reflection and analysis of program monitoring data. Senior Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer – Developmental Programs June 2019 – January 2021 Mercy Corps Nigeria, Yobe State. Lead the design and implementation of Monitoring and Evaluation Plan, Log frames and tools for ongoing monitoring, research and learning activities Coordinated Assessment, Evaluation and Monitoring Surveys Developed and oversee the implementation of program-wide mechanism to measure, analyze and report progress against set indicators Designed monitoring tools, Protocols, and build staff and Partner skills Ensured high-quality Monitoring and Evaluation Report to contribute to donor reporting Supported learning to action events, reflection sessions to analyze data for programmatic use and to document and incorporate lessons learned into program design, planning and implementation Supported institutional capacity building of Government line Ministries Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer – Developmental Programs October 2016-May 2019 Mercy Corps Nigeria, Borno State. In Coordination with program staff, adapted existing M&E systems to monitor and evaluate project activities and impact, in accordance with existing Mercy Corps DM&E guidelines Data Management and Quality Control, knowledge and information systems that supported data collection, analysis, and reporting Strategized, designed and lead the implementation of assessments, pre and post data collection and analysis Oversaw data tracking and analysis on a regular basis and ensured that data and metrics in field reports are accurate Maintained up to date database that reflected progress on indicators (including dis-aggregated beneficiary counts) Wrote, edit, and summarize field reports to develop quality and informative monthly and quarterly reports for donors and internal teams In partnership with program team documented lessons learned and best practices for dissemination within Mercy Corps, to donors, other agencies and interested parties Supported pre and post monitoring, need assessments, baseline, midline, and End-line surveys, FGD, and evaluation or verification as well as other studies at the project level Provided input on the design and implementation of baseline studies, mid-term evaluation, and final evaluations Conducted regular field visits to meet beneficiaries, coordinate with project officers, to capture data correctly and efficiently to ensure regular and accurate information Tracked and report lessons learned, prepare success stories about the ISING program and share with management for wider circulation Managed M&E task related to closing out project and checking final project evaluation document Monitoring and Evaluation Officer-USAID SMILE OVC Project January –October 2016 Osa Foundation Makurdi, Benue State Oversaw the M&E work of the SMILE project in the implementation and use of the SMILE M&E system. Visited communities regularly to collect data and support volunteers Oversaw the training/mentoring of Community volunteers and other staff on the SMILE Project, M&E system including the NOMIS, and other requirements Conducted data quality assessments for reported data and provide appropriate mentoring for Volunteers Ensured NOMIS was functional and reporting timely Ensured that the quality of program/project Monitoring and Enhanced Evaluation in the communities is of international standard and quality by supporting the development and implementation of appropriate mechanisms to ensure quality Provided direct technical assistance and capacity building in the design and implementation of the program/project Monitoring and Enhanced Evaluation components of the activities in the communities served. On monthly basis, analyzed data and provided reports to partners. Worked with SACA/LACA, SMWASD, TBLS, DOT Health Workers and funding IPs to ensure correct implementation and use of monitoring and Evaluation tools, Worked with local partners to develop their project monitoring and evaluation plans and support the correct implementation and use of monitoring and evaluation tools (this strategy encouraged local ownership of the project) Monitoring and Evaluation Officer-USAID CCFN SUSTAIN Project(cHTC)January –October 2016 Osa Foundation Makurdi, Benue State On weekly and monthly basis, Collected, Collated and analyzed data(Using SPSS, Microsoft Office) and provide reports to partners Tracked clients referred for Care Support and treatment of HIV/TB/STI at Health care facilities to ensure they are enrolled Monitoring and Evaluation Officer- Community System Strengthening Project June 2014- March 2016 Osa Foundation Makurdi, Benue State: Developed and maintained computerized data capture of program activities and provided technical assistance and training of other project staff, Ensured SDAs refer pregnant women to facilities for service uptake and also restore the community members confidence in public healthcare facilities Tracked clients referred for HIV/TB/STI and PMTCT at Health care facilities Monitoring and Evaluation Officer- HIV/AIDS Prevention Project January 2014- September 2016 Osa Foundation Makurdi, Benue State: On monthly basis, analyzed data(Using SPSS, Microsoft Office) and provide reports to partners using DHIS2.0 Conducted routine monitoring visits to all project sites, including the conduct of data quality assurance(DQA), Ensured quality of program/project Monitoring and Enhanced Evaluation in the communities is of international standard and quality by supporting the development and implementation of appropriate mechanisms to ensure quality Ensured HCT were carried out using the national standard and reported using the HCT national reporting tools, Tracked clients referred for Care Support and treatment of HIV/TB/STI at Health care facilities, Trained Peer Educators and Supervisors(Influencer), Maintained soft and hard copies of project data and reports Conducted review meetings with Peer Educators and Supervisors Monitoring and Evaluation Officer- Community TB Care Project January 2014- June 2015 Osa Foundation Makurdi, Benue State: Worked with, STBLS, TBLS, DOT Health Workers and funding IPs to ensure correct and effective implementation strategy is adhered to. Tracked clients referred for to DOT Centre for treatment on MDR-TB, Paediatric TB case finding Trained Community Volunteers(CV) and conducting monthly review meetings Education Master of Health Management (MHM) Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi 2019 B.Sc. Microbiology University of Maiduguri 2011 SSCE(WAEC&NECO)Mount Saint Gabriel Secondary School Makurdi2004 Capacity Building |Training attended |Certification Courses: Implementation ScienceUniversity of Washington2020 Mini MPHBoston School of Pub Health online course-PHX2020 Conducting Research ResponsiblyUniversity of Washington2019 Peace Building DM&EAlliance for Peace Building2019 Leadership Management in HealthUniversity of Washington2018 PMD Pro Level -1APMG International2018 Adolescents in EmergenciesMercy Corps International2018 Data use for Program ManagerUSUAID Global Health eLearning2017 Qualitative Data AnalysisMercy Corps International2017 OVC Vision 90-90-90 PEPFARCRS SMILE2016 OVC IntegrationCRS SMILE2016 Proposal Development TrainingCRS SMILE2015 DHIS and MPPI TrainingNational Agency for the Control of AIDS2014 Data Quality AssuranceUSAID Global Health eLearning2014 M&E FundamentalsUSAID Global Health eLearning2014