Matilda Owino

MATILDA OWINO AWUOR Data Analysis, M&E, Statistical Modeling, and Research Specialist Mobile: - / - Email:-/- PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Data-driven professional with over six years of experience in data analysis, statistical analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and research methods. Holds a Master’s degree in Mathematical Statistics with strong expertise in data collection, data cleaning, and data visualization using Excel, SPSS, STATA, R, Python, Power BI, and Tableau. Experienced in survey design, program evaluation, and impact assessment across national and development projects. Proven ability to manage datasets, develop dashboards, and produce reports supporting evidence-based decisionmaking. Skilled in quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis, and data management, with hands-on experience delivering research outputs, strengthening reporting systems, and translating complex data into actionable insights. KEY SKILLS Technical Skills • Data Analysis and Interpretation • Statistical Modeling • Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks • Data Collection Tools (Kobo Toolbox, ODK) • Data Visualization (Power BI, Tableau) • Database Management Soft Skills • Analytical Thinking • Problem-Solving • Attention to Detail • Communication of Insights • Critical Thinking • Time Management WORK EXPERIENCE Chief Consultant (Current) SAKONM Research and Consulting • Leading end-to-end research and data analysis projects by designing data collection tools, coordinating fieldwork activities, and managing datasets to generate actionable insights for clients across development, education, and private sector initiatives. • Developing and implementing monitoring and evaluation frameworks for multiple projects, ensuring accurate tracking of program indicators, data quality standards, and alignment with organizational goals and donor reporting requirements. • Conducting statistical analysis using Python, R, and Excel on structured and unstructured datasets, transforming raw data into meaningful insights that inform strategic planning and decision-making processes. • Creating interactive dashboards and data visualization reports using Power BI and Tableau to communicate findings clearly to stakeholders, improving accessibility and understanding of complex datasets. • Designing and training teams on data collection methodologies, survey tools, and data management processes, improving consistency, reliability, and overall quality of field data collected across projects. • Writing technical reports, proposals, and research documentation, ensuring compliance with professional standards and delivering high-quality outputs that support program evaluation and funding opportunities. Research Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer Research Plus Africa | May 2023 – March 2025 • Designed and implemented data collection tools and monitoring and evaluation frameworks for multiple development projects, ensuring accurate tracking of program indicators and supporting evidence-based reporting across diverse initiatives. • Conducted quantitative and qualitative data analysis using Python and R, managing datasets and generating insights that informed program performance, evaluation outcomes, and strategic decision-making processes. • Developed interactive dashboards and visualizations using Power BI and Tableau, enabling real-time reporting and improving stakeholder access to actionable insights across evaluation projects. • Led baseline and endline evaluations for major projects including Mastercard Foundation and DanChurchAid programs, coordinating data collection, analysis, and reporting for large datasets involving multiple stakeholders. • • Presented research findings at dissemination workshops and conferences, translating complex data into clear insights that guided program improvements and strengthened stakeholder engagement. Authored detailed evaluation reports, research papers, and proposals, ensuring data accuracy, methodological rigor, and alignment with monitoring and evaluation best practices. Policy Analyst (Young Professional) Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) | Dec 2021 – Oct 2022 • Conducted statistical and economic analysis using STATA, Python, and R to evaluate policy drafts and assess macroeconomic trends, supporting development of evidence-based policy recommendations for national and county governments. • Reviewed and analyzed policy frameworks for counties including Nyamira, identifying gaps, assessing alignment with development goals, and contributing to improved policy formulation processes. • Prepared policy briefs, blogs, and analytical reports addressing post-COVID-19 economic recovery, providing insights that informed policy discussions and decision-making processes. • Supported research design and data collection for policy studies, ensuring data quality, consistency, and reliability across multiple datasets used in policy analysis. • Participated in stakeholder consultations, workshops, and validation meetings, synthesizing findings and integrating feedback into policy recommendations and research outputs. • Mentored university students through capacity-building programs, enhancing their understanding of research methods, data analysis, and policy development processes. Research Assistant Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) | May 2018 – Dec 2021 • Led data collection activities for national surveys including GDP and economic surveys, ensuring accurate data entry, validation, and adherence to established statistical methodologies. • Conducted key informant interviews and focus group discussions, collecting qualitative and quantitative data to support national statistical reporting and policy development. • Performed data cleaning and quality assurance using CS-Pro, SPSS, and Excel, ensuring consistency, completeness, and reliability of large datasets. • Supervised field teams during survey implementation, coordinating activities, resolving challenges, and ensuring timely completion of data collection processes. • Analyzed survey data using statistical tools, generating reports that contributed to national economic indicators and policy planning. • Prepared detailed reports summarizing findings and insights, supporting dissemination of statistical information to stakeholders and decision-makers. Research Assistant – Integrated Survey of Services Kenya National Bureau of Statistics | Dec 2017 – Apr 2018 • Conducted data collection and entry for economic surveys, ensuring accuracy and completeness of datasets used in national statistical analysis. • Maintained data quality standards by validating entries, identifying inconsistencies, and resolving data issues during survey implementation. • Scheduled and conducted interviews with respondents, ensuring ethical standards and proper documentation of collected information. • Performed preliminary data analysis using statistical methods, contributing to early-stage insights and reporting. • Collaborated with research teams to ensure smooth execution of survey activities and timely completion of deliverables. • Prepared summary reports outlining key findings and implications for economic research and policy development. EDUCATION Master of Science in Mathematical Statistics University of Nairobi | 2020 Bachelor of Science in Mathematics (Pure, Applied & Statistics) Egerton University | 2017 CERTIFICATIONS & TECHNICAL TRAINING • • • • • • • • IBM Data Science Professional Certificate (Ongoing) AWS re/Start Program (Data Analytics & Machine Learning Foundations) Data Science & Machine Learning (Coursera – IBM/Google) Monitoring & Evaluation for Development Programs (KIPPRA) Ethical Data Handling & Governance (ESOMAR/ICC Guidelines) Data Science Workshop (University of Nairobi, CSA Africa) Data Science workshop - Chiromo campus (UON, CSA Africa-certificate) Virtual Assistant Course, ALX TOOLS & TECHNOLOGIES Excel, SPSS, STATA, R, Python, SQL Power BI, Tableau Kobo Toolbox, ODK, CSPro Machine Learning (Scikit-learn, Pandas, NumPy) KEY PROJECTS & RESEARCH • • • • • Led Mastercard Foundation baseline evaluation involving quantitative and qualitative data analysis across multiple regions. Conducted DanChurchAid endline evaluation, managing full M&E cycle including tool design, data collection, analysis, and reporting. Authored research papers on sustainable development and policy impact, including maize price determinants and development studies. Developed machine learning models for applied research projects, improving analytical depth and predictive insights. Presented research findings at WAPOR Conference (2024) and academic forums, translating technical outputs into actionable insights. KEY CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS • • • • • Authored and contributed to multiple research papers on sustainable development and policy impact in Kenya, including a published discussion paper on the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis platform, strengthening evidence-based policy discourse. Presented data-driven research findings at national and international platforms, including the WAPOR conference (April 2024) and a 2025 academic conference at Garissa University, showcasing advanced analysis using Python and R. Led data visualization and reporting for large-scale evaluation projects, including Mastercard Foundation baseline studies and DanChurchAid endline evaluations, delivering clear dashboards and insights that supported stakeholder decision-making and program improvements. Managed and supervised field data collection teams across multiple national surveys and evaluation projects, ensuring data quality, tool standardization, and successful coordination of research assistants and moderators within tight timelines. Applied machine learning techniques, including multilayer perceptron models, in health and development research to improve disease detection methodologies, contributing to innovation in data-driven public health solutions. REFEREES Available on request.