Vivian

VIVIAN MORAA OKEMWA Email:-| Phone:- LinkedIn: LinkedIn Profile SENIOR ASSOCIATE Project Management | Data Analytics | Client Engagement PROFILE Accomplished professional with 6+ years of experience in project management, impact measurement, and international development. Proven ability to lead complex projects, manage stakeholder relationships, and drive strategic insights through data analysis. Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills with a track record of mentoring teams and implementing process improvements. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SENIOR ASSOCIATE 60 Decibels, Nairobi, Kenya | July 2023 – Present - Led client relationship management for a portfolio of 78 projects across diverse sectors, ensuring 95% client satisfaction. Coordinated comprehensive reporting processes, delivering 70+ high-quality narrative and data reports for clients. Provided effective mentorship and feedback to a team of 8 project associates, driving 35% improvement in project execution speed and quality. Contributed to advancements in data analysis, developing 8 custom benchmarks and insights to facilitate impactful decision-making for client strategies. Autonomously managed a client portfolio valued at $1.2M, executing 18 contracts and representing 60 Decibels with professionalism. Innovated and implemented 6 new methods, tools, and processes that positively impacted organizational success, resulting in a 22% increase in project efficiency. ASSISTANT TO THE RESOURCE MANAGER 60 Decibels, Nairobi, Kenya | June 2023 - December 2023 - Developed and managed comprehensive project forecasting models across different time horizons and diverse inputs to support strategic business planning and resource allocation. Conducted sensitivity analyses to evaluate potential impacts on different project scenarios, enhancing predictive accuracy and decision-making capabilities. Implemented innovative backlog management techniques, including effective nudges and resource optimization strategies for a typical project team of 4, to expedite project delivery and support individual growth. - - Led the deployment of ChatGPT for automated qualitative coding, significantly improving process efficiency by 35% on relevant projects. Initiated and managed the implementation of a deck automation process and an end-to-end improvement assessment system, using both user feedback and quantitative data to measure success. Collaborated on strategic ad hoc projects, contributing innovative solutions and strategic thinking to support the achievement of key organizational goals. IMPACT MEASUREMENT ASSOCIATE 60 Decibels, Nairobi, Kenya | January 2021 - July 2023 - - Demonstrated consistent project execution and leadership, delivering 80+ high-quality outputs that exceeded client expectations by 18% on average. Developed advanced technical skills in analysis, deck templating, and survey design, contributing to the successful delivery of 80+ projects in various sectors such as health, education, energy, gender, climate, and agriculture. Played an increasingly client-facing role, applying best practices to manage 30+ client relationships and build trust with stakeholders. Displayed professionalism in verbal and written communication, mentoring a team of 6 junior team members and translating feedback across 80+ projects. IMPACT MEASUREMENT ANALYST 60 Decibels, Nairobi, Kenya | February 2020 – January 2021 • • • • • • • • • Developed a thorough understanding of project context, responsibilities, and timelines, playing a key role in refining and creating 25+ surveys. Meticulously managed sampling quotas to guarantee representative samples, strictly following protocols for survey alerts and researcher training. Conducted independent or collaborative quality checks, providing constructive feedback to analysts and researchers to drive continuous improvement. Collaborated on crafting engaging deck storylines and key insights presentations, executing advanced analysis and segmentation techniques. Orchestrated 50+ progress updates and communicated upcoming steps to project teams, adeptly addressing potential issues and promoting seamless collaboration. Translated complex technical study designs into actionable project plans, collaborating seamlessly with technical experts to ensure alignment. Provided significant support in developing 50+ reports and presentations tailored for uppermanagement interactions, ensuring clarity and strategic impact. Monitored impact measurement and evaluation processes, proactively identifying and mitigating risks to ensure the success of 52 projects. Developed and maintained comprehensive project documentation, including detailed plans and status reports, ensuring transparency and accountability. MONITORING AND EVALUATION ASSISTANT Neighbors in Action-Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya | January 2019 - February 2020 - - Coordinated monitoring and evaluation processes for two programs: a water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) initiative across 6 counties in Kenya and a Global HIV program for key populations across 4 countries in Kenya. Managed a database of over 8,000 key population beneficiaries, ensuring accurate information and timely reporting. Contributed to the design and implementation of the M&E system, developing key performance indicators and associated targets. Conducted data entry, cleaning, and analysis using Excel, ODK, and other software to support data-driven decision-making. Developed and disseminated M&E tools and formats, providing technical training to 24 staff members. Oversaw data collection, storage, analysis, and reporting for the two programs, maintaining highquality data management practices. Conducted 6 Routine Data Quality Assessments (RDQAs) and implemented corrective actions to improve data quality and accountability. Analyzed and reviewed program results and learning sections of reports in collaboration with program staff. EDUCATION MSc. Monitoring and Evaluation Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology | 2018 - Present BSc. Project Planning and Management Moi University | 2012 - 2016 SKILLS Strategic Advisory and Operations Project Management and Coordination Research, Analysis, and Insights Generation Presentation Development and Storytelling Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Management Monitoring, Evaluation, and Impact Measurement Data Collection, Analysis, and Visualization (NumPy, Pandas, Tableau, Power BI) Technical Proficiency (MS Office, Slack, Zoom)