Taibat Akinwunmi

Experience

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  Interfaith Mediation Centre

  May 2016 - Nov 2017

  Monitoring and Evaluation Volunteer

  •Supported the implementation and use of monitoring and evaluation tools, and adherence to complete, correct, and timely reporting. Designed data collection tools, data entry templates, data analysis, and report writing.•Assisted in conducting routine monitoring visits to sites, including the conduct of data quality assessments (DQAs) using official tools, assisted in the preparation of monthly reports, and provided supportive supervision.•Supported in conducting routine monitoring visits to the implementing state, including collecting data on project activities, and assisted in the preparation of weekly/monthly reports, and quarterly reports.•Participated in regular monitoring exercises such as Post Distribution Monitoring, Client satisfaction survey, KAP, and Focus group discussions. Ensured that hard copies and soft copies of data collected were kept at project sites. Show less

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  Interfaith Mediation Center

  Nov 2017 - Oct 2018

  Program Manager

  •Acted as technical advisor for several programs in both development and humanitarian contexts under the following sectors: health, education, nutrition, child protection, WaSH, child rights governance, food security, and livelihoods. •Provided strategic direction regarding the MEAL approach for IMC programs, and worked with partner organizations to ensure a consistent approach of operations implementation.•Developed MEAL framework, detailed approaches, and training materials; provided advice on the monitoring of technical quality, and ensured completion of activities. Worked closely with the management to procure funds for the Centre.•Coordinated the M&E systems and tools development, supported proposal development, led the development of Monitoring and Evaluation Plans, led baseline surveys, assessment and evaluations, field monitoring and supervision, and coordinated and wrote donor reports. Organized and ensured that programs were successfully executed.•Worked closely with the Finance and Admin Officer to ensure prudent management of resources; facilitated workshops and seminars and any other duties relevant to this office that may be assigned from time to time.•Closely monitor the progress of all officers involved in a program, and ensure the safety of all center's properties and equipment before, during, and after each program. Show less

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  Interfaith Mediation Center

  Mar 2019 - Nov 2020

  Monitoring And Evaluation Officer

  •Conducted monitoring and evaluation reporting and documentation in line with the donor requirements; developed and oversaw the implementation of program-wide mechanisms to measure and analyze progress against set indicators.•Identified and reported anticipated changes to output indicators, milestones, targets, and activities to the Consortium Coordinator to ensure timely consultation with the donor. Collected and collated data and reports from the CBOs and field. •Performed routine Data Quality Assurance (DQA) assessments in the project and implemented the design; generated case studies from the implementation of M&E systems and liaised with the Knowledge Management/Communications Officer.•Partook in conducting operational research in the project, embarking on regular monitoring visits to verify data quality and authenticity in the project. Facilitate the successful conduct of Quarterly M&E meetings with partners in the State.•Designed and managed the centralized database and supported the coordinator in reviews & planning; designed all the monitoring forms, entry sheets, and protocols and trained partner staff on their use. Show less

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  Women's Rights Advancement & Protection Alternative - WRAPA Nigeria

  Nov 2020 - Oct 2022

  Monitoring, Evaluation Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Officer

  •Conducted monthly monitoring visits to project sites across all WRAPA projects to assess field conditions, verified indicator data, facilitated the collection of quality data, and produced routine monitoring reports.•Developed and regularly Indicator Performance Tracking Table (IPTT) to track the progress of all of the WRAPA’s project performance monthly. Onboarded new projects on the MIS along with their data requirements.•I worked in collaboration with an external evaluator to carry out a comparative study to evaluate the impact of a 2-year Mitigating COVID-19 Impacts on Girls’ Education: Recovery and Resilience on its 7,000 beneficiaries. This measured the project’s efficiency, relevance, impact, and sustainability at the community level in compliance with the OECD DAC criteria. •Set up an organizational information management system (Database) that consolidates information on all ongoing and completed projects to facilitate analysis and use of service delivery data to guide organizational processes.•Performed regular data quality checks on the management information system to avoid management decisions that are based on erroneous data.•Conducted training for field staff and volunteers on important themes such as data management, monitoring and evaluation, and the use of data collection tools to further equip them for implementing their projects effectively.•Coordinated data collection activities on the field to support the program team and ensure that the data collected into the central database is of good quality.•Conducted quantitative and qualitative analysis of data collected on the find to draw up relevant information that would guide decision-making and improve programmed performance using Microsoft Power BI and SPSS and Atlas ti. •Periodically conducted data quality assessments for the various projects to ensure validity, reliability, and timeliness of project data. Show less

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  6344 Group

  May 2023 - Mar 2024

  Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, and Child Health (RMNCH) Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist

  •Provided technical leadership for the 'Universal health coverage through primary health care revitalization' project at the Lagos State Ministry of Health. Specialized in reproductive health, maternal health, newborn care, and child health.•Updated, monitored, and evaluated (M&E) plans and indicators to effectively capture project outcomes. Ensured accurate and timely monitoring, evaluation, and reporting of all project activities.•Supported the Lagos State Primary Health Care Board in reviewing primary healthcare work plans against established targets. Took the lead in coordinating M&E capacity-building activities with project staff, partners, and facility personnel.•Developed and oversaw the implementation of a Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP) crucial for capturing project performance and results, encompassing routine data reporting and various assessments.•Established a seamless data flow for the program, emphasizing timely data collection and reporting. Results reporting and feedback provision to stakeholders was a core aspect involving comprehensive monitoring and evaluation activities documentation.•Engaged in targeted evaluations and operations research, overseeing the entire process—from design to data collection, management, and analysis. Ensuring data quality through verification procedures and routine audits was paramount.•Built strategic M&E relationships, alliances with other projects, and representation in public and professional circles were part of cultivating a broader impact. Actively promoted the dissemination of project information among the team and stakeholders.•Analyzed and interpreted RMNCH data, identified trends, gaps, and challenges, and used findings to inform program planning and decision-making. Show less

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  Women & Children's Rights & Empowerment Foundation (WCRF)

  Dec 2023 - now

  Monitoring, Evaluation Accountability, and Learning Manager

  •Established systems to promote gender equality and social inclusivity in monitoring and evaluation activities, fostering a more comprehensive understanding of project impact; monitored and evaluated project progress based on predefined indicators, facilitating data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.•Provided guidance and support to partner organizations in the effective implementation of MEAL tools and processes, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing; gathered case studies and qualitative data from project sites to showcase project impact and success stories, enhancing project visibility and stakeholder engagement.•Created customized evaluation tools and templates tailored to each project's specific needs, enabling comprehensive data collection and analysis; contributed insights and recommendations to proposal development and program design processes, leveraging lessons learned and best practices.•Conducted training sessions to enhance the MEAL skills of project staff and partners, promoting continuous professional development and capacity building.•Integrated Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) principles into MEAL activities, aligning with organizational policies and promoting inclusivity and diversity; oversaw national-level accountability mechanisms, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and fostering transparency. Show less