Adebe Gabriel PhD, MPH

Experience

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  Ashby Computers

  Sept 2007 - Jan 2011

  IT Officer

  • Ensured all office practices and values are observed;• Planned the amount of data used up on the wireless network;• Developed strategies on effective management of the organization’s network to effectively serve users. • Ensured effective working of all wireless connections;• Monitored users on the organization’s network, ensure effectiveness and proper functioning of all computer software and hardware within the organization;• Monitored inconsistencies on the network as well as installing and maintaining system software; • Managed internal databases and record systems; Show less

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  Jigawa State Primary Healthcare Development Agency (JSPHCDA)

  Mar 2011 - Feb 2012

  Data Analyst

  • Data capturing into patients’ record for Routine Immunization services;• Trained and built capacity of LIOs in data collection, data quality and data reporting;• Supported the design of database and health information management systems tools;• Database development and management for data collection, analysis and management;• Statistical evaluation/analysis using SPSS & Excel;• Supported data quality management;

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  CIHP

  Mar 2012 - Jan 2013

  M&E/Data Officer

  • Monitoring and evaluating the impact of HIV/AIDS activities;• Used the logical M&E methods/frameworks, and indicators to evaluate the impact of the program; • Trained data collectors on data quality assessment;• Data collection, cleaning, and analysis;• Data reporting; evaluating progress in program implementation of infectious disease prevention activities;• Developed the database for the project Using Excel;• Managed the collection, entering and analyzes quarterly statistics from experience designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluation tasks for health and/or development projects;• Supported program management and the translation of evaluation data as it pertains to the improvement of program operations, guidelines and policies;• Maintained data integrity within the organization;Responsible for data quality management; Show less

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  World Bank FADAMA III Project

  Feb 2013 - Jan 2014

  Data/M&E Manager

  • Led and trained field data collectors to enhance project monitoring, design data collection tools to enhance project data quality in Nasarawa & Benue;• Conducted research to support ongoing project to achieve program goals;• Led the design and implementation of the program M&E framework and information system to track delivery against targets, outcomes and impacts;• Ensured consistent data collection and management, manage the data collection process to include schedules, logistics and methodologies in coordination with data collection teams and other staff;• Served as a technical focal person and provide ICT guide to program members and end users;• Tracked, documented and reported lessons learned, prepare success stories about the program and share with management for broader circulation.• Perform research, Data Quality Self-Assessment (DQS) for data quality and reporting;• Guided reporting processes amongst technical staff, consolidating program reports, and promoting learning and knowledge sharing of best practices and lessons learned;• Reported on activities, accomplishments, and results through weekly, quarterly, annual, and other ad hoc reports; Show less

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  EHealth Systems Africa

  Feb 2014 - Nov 2016

  M&E Coordinator

  -Coordinated surveillance activity the Bauchi state emergency operations centre funded by BMGF, with key stakeholder such as WHO, UNICEF, CDC, NPHCDA, SPHCDA eHealth, EU- Sign, CHAI, USAID -Participated in to planning, implementing and evaluating intervention on a collaborative platform for Bauchi State government, Ministry of Health (MoH), State Primary Health Care Development Agency that led to effective implementation of the polio project and efficient Routine Immunization in Bauchi State-Coordinated the Hard-to-Reach project funded by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, implemented through WHO in Bauchi State to ensure children under 5 years in hard-to-reach communities are reached and vaccinated that increase immunization coverage rate by 25% in the State -Participated in monthly & quarterly RI data analysis using DHIS2 to support data driven decision at the Bauchi EOC, where coordination happens. -Supportive supervision / M&E Data Management to ensure quality implementation of State/National immunization Plus Days (S/NIPDs) that helped increased immunization coverage.-Surported the development Surveillance systems for polio & Routine Immunization using AVADAR, to improve surveillance for polio and other RI to children under 5 in Bauchi State.-Trained & built capacity of LIOs, M&E Officers and LGA RI team on data management. -Used ARCGIS to support data analysis and mapping to support Supplementary Immunization Activities (SIAs) and Polio Eradication Program in Bauchi State. -Supported e-data collection in Ningi, Toro, Gamawa, Tafawa-Balewa LGAs in Bauchi State. -Developed data management and analytical tools using EPI- Info, Microsoft Excel, Access, SQL, STATA with web-based applications for data analysis to support RI & Polio programs. -Supported the GIS mapping of all settlements in Bauchi for micro planning process with WHO Support vaccination tracking system (VTS) of polio and routine immunization data to enhance data management. Show less

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  Catholic Relief Services

  Nov 2016 - Jul 2018

  • Designed and managed program Theory of change (ToC), Result Framework, Programe/Logical Framework, Logframe, M&E Plan, and IPTT, IPRS, etc for Emergency Food Assistance, Emergency Shelter and WASH Programs.• Tracked donor and CRS reporting requirements and deadlines and provide MEAL information to Program Managers and Emergency Coordinators for drafting reports.• Determined role of all actors involved in providing technical support to project monitoring and evaluation.• Designed and managed Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning systems.• Facilitated Program Managers in conducting SMILER workshop at the project start-up.• Developed/adapted project specific MEAL tools and carry out field testing where necessary.• Provided direct supervision over MEAL unit staff, particularly the M&E Officers, Accountability Assistant, MEAL Assistant etc. and ensure that coaching and performance plans are completed on time and with adherence to CRS talent management quality standards.• Ensured consistency of standards, harmonization of information and input from beneficiaries and sharing of learnings.• Collaborated with Program Managers and MEAL Officers in conducting regular MEAL field visits to collect data with the help of partners, assess the application of MEAL tools, and assist in preparation of monthly/quarterly report to donors and CRS office.• Promoted the use of Information Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D) solutions throughout the project or digital data collection.• Identified, documented, stored and shared lessons learned (this includes success story too) that have implications for refinement of best programmatic practice.• Ensured that the cross-cutting themes such as gender and protection are integrated in the partners’ MEAL plans and systems.• Conducted and document end of project learning reviews and share learning with stakeholders.• Ensured ethical and safe collection and storage of data. Show less • Coordinated startup/SMILER workshop at the FFP/OFDAproject start• Managed and tracked project performances vs. project indicators• Designed and managed databases to ensure the traceability of the project beneficiaries and assistance provided• Led and conducted a household level baseline study at the start of the project Yobe and Borno.• Ensured that the project mid-term evaluation and project’s Real Time Evaluation are conducted in a timely manner and as per donor’s regulations.• Promoted the use of Information Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D) solutions throughout the project including for the registration of beneficiaries, the registration of traders/vendors, the monitoring of the project activities, the post distribution household surveys, the post distribution market surveys, the baseline study, and the mid-term and final evaluations.• Established and managed a system to track beneficiary and non-beneficiary’s feedbacks and complaints management.• Ensured a timely submission of the baseline study report, post distribution monitoring reports, market monitoring reports, feedbacks and complaints management reports, and evaluations reports.• Supported the development and testing of electronic data entry questionnaires using the iFormBuilder (or other software as needed) during periodic surveys and data analysis using appropriate statistical package.• Trained enumerators and daily workers on data collection tools and on the utilization of iPads and/or android devices.• Maintained and managed the project’s stock of IT equipment (including vendor phones, program phones, solar panels, Bluetooth printers, etc.).• Collected and shared lessons learned, best practices, success stories and innovations stemming from program implementation.• Formulated and share clear recommendations for improved programming implementation. • Compiled yearly beneficiary data. Show less

  • MEAL Manager - Emergency Response

    Dec 2017 - Jul 2018

  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning (MEAL) Officer - NE Emergency Project

    Nov 2016 - Dec 2017
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  Senior Scientist

  Jul 2018 - Oct 2022

  Data Scientist

  Data Collection & CleaningAssisted in gathering and preprocessing large datasets from various sources, ensuring consistency and accuracy across multiple formats. Cleaned and structured raw data by addressing missing values, outliers, and duplicates to prepare it for analysis. Supported the creation of automated data pipelines using Python, reducing manual effort and enhancing workflow efficiency.Data Analysis & ExplorationConducted exploratory data analysis (EDA) using Python libraries (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Seaborn) to uncover key patterns, trends, and relationships. Applied statistical methods and visualizations to derive actionable insights for strategic decision-making.Model Building & EvaluationCollaborated in the development, training, and evaluation of machine learning models using both supervised and unsupervised learning techniques. Contributed to model selection, training, and optimization with tools like Scikit-learn for effective implementation.Visualization & ReportingCreated impactful data visualizations and interactive dashboards using Matplotlib, Seaborn, Tableau, and Power BI to communicate findings. Developed reports and dashboards to present insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Collaboration & LearningCollaborated with cross-functional teams to offer data-driven insights, contributing to problem-solving and enhancing methodologies. Actively engaged in team discussions and the application of new data science techniques to improve project outcomes.Research & DevelopmentConducted research on emerging data science tools, algorithms, and techniques to improve team methodologies. Contributed to model improvement by testing and implementing new algorithms.Support Decision-MakingTranslated data insights into actionable recommendations that guided business strategies. Worked closely with stakeholders to ensure recommendations aligned with business objectives, facilitating effective decision-making. Show less

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  Women's Refugee Commission

  Aug 2018 - Jul 2021

  ● Designed and managed the M&E systems for the country RMNCAHN project that ensured Program Quality and achieved targeted goals.● Led and coordinated all M&E activities for the RMNCAHN project in North-East Nigeria.● Ensured the effective use of qualitative and quantitative methodologies for MERL activities to achieve program goals. ● Led and managed the recruitment of human resource personnel for M&E.● Led the collaboration and management of partners for the country RMNCAHN project ● Developed knowledge & communication materials for programs for timely use in decision-making.● Developed and managed budget, financial planning, and operational management of RMNCAHN project MEL & research.● working knowledge of different approaches (qualitative and quantitative methods) to research and evaluation including survey and surveillance methods, data collection and analysis, and sampling and questionnaire design.● Led the development of effective health information systems for the project.● Ensured data quality assessment to improve program quality.● Led and coordinated advocacy for data use to improve program quality that improved result-monitoring data and use through monthly data reviews.● Developed research proposal that received Ethical Approval from ERC for the Endline Evaluation to measure the effectiveness of the RMNCAHN project.● Managed the Effective Endline Evaluation process that recruited, trained, & supervised Research Assistants to collect quality FGDs & KIIs data.Developed codebook and created themes and codes used to analyze the qualitative data. ● Transcribed & analyzed qualitative research data using NVivo 12 ● Analysed quantitative program monitoring data & data from DHIS2.● Prepared reports, disseminated research findings, and published research findings in peer review journal articles.● Supported the development of concept notes and technical business proposals for projects for the country program Show less • Developed assessment methodology, Research Protocol and adapted tools, in conjunction with WRC and BSPHCDA including guidelines for key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and primary health care facility assessments; identified key stakeholders, primary health facilities, and groups of beneficiaries; and mapping sources of existing qualitative and quantitative data on RMNCAHN.• Obtained local Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals. Prepare and submit documents necessary for local IRB processes and approval.• Conducted and documented key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and health facility assessments with government, UN, and NGO stakeholders working on RMNCAHN services, policies, training, and guidelines. • Led and documented focus group discussions with diverse groups of community members. Focus groups with women of reproductive age, including adolescents (married and unmarried) and women and girls with disabilities, will inform RMNCAHN needs and preferred mechanisms and locations of service delivery; and focus groups with community leaders and/or men (husbands or fathers) will inform acceptability of potential strategies to reach women, newborns, children, and adolescents with RMNCAHN services.• Analyzed qualitative data (KIIs & FGDs) with key stakeholders, community leaders & members, iNGOs, United Nations, policy makers in Borno State using NVivo 12 and present in a report.• Synthesized findings in a baseline assessment report, written in collaboration with WRC and BSPHCDA. Summarized findings from the qualitative and quantitative analysis in a written baseline report and share with all partners on the project.• Presented findings at a broad stakeholders meeting in Maiduguri near the end of the sub-grant period to validate findings and to inform the development of an implementation plan for community and primary health interventions. Show less

  • Country Research & M&E Manager - (RMNCAHN) Project (Humanitarian Response)

    Jul 2019 - Jul 2021

  • Research Manager - RMNCAHN project (Humanitarian Response)

    Aug 2018 - Jun 2019
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  Society for Family Health Nigeria

  Jun 2020 - Aug 2020

  • Desk review to ascertain the number of registered CBOs across the State• Developed data collection tools for the mapping exercise, including tools for conducting in-depth interviews with various stakeholders• Field work: identified and conducted interviews with staff of CBOs, Government officials, and other relevant stakeholders with experience implementing MNCH/FP/SRH projects with CBOs.• Identified and Mapped prospective CBOs with existing health-trained staff or volunteers for Family Planning outreaches within LAFIYA LGAs, wards/communities• Identified existing structure/institutions that will support the smooth implementation of CBOs FP outreach interventions such as:o Health care facilities, public and private (including designing BHCPF facilities)o Community structures such as WDCs, CHIPS agents, TBAs community-based distribution networks and other related structureso Other relevant associations and groups that may support CBO outreach services• Developed a comprehensive directory and maps showing distribution and spread of CBOs mapped across targeted LAFIYA LGAs/Wards and communities.• Final report writing Show less • Developed a detailed implementation plan for the assessment including activities, sub-activities, roles and responsibilities, timelines, and budgets • Reviewed the National health policies, strategies and plans and existing legislation/regulations for private sector• Examined institutions and institutional arrangements about the system of regulation: access regulatory instruments• Evaluated effectiveness and efficiency of regulatory enforcement• Collected and organized information that meets the purpose of the assignment and cover the areas using In-depth interview (IDI) qualitative methodology.• Develop codebook, coding, transcribing and qualitative analysis data with NVivo 12• Prepared gap analysis report Show less

  • Research Consultant (Team Lead)

    Jul 2020 - Aug 2020

  • Research Manager

    Jun 2020 - Aug 2020
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  Action Against Hunger (ACF)

  Mar 2022 - May 2022

  Consultant - Economic and Social Inclusive Recovery in the Lake Chad Region (RESILAC) Project

  • Built capacity of RESILAC Project partners including CSOs, CBOs, & community volunteers using adult learning & participatory methodology • Developed training curricula designed to help partners understand MEAL in Project Management using the MEAL DPro Guide.• Developed training curriculum and facilitated training sessions on developing needs assessments, data analysis, and project implementation with group practical session• Deliver training and facilitated session on M&E strategies, systems, and concepts with group practical sessions• Facilitated training sessions on understanding & developing Logical Frameworks and work plan with group practical session.• Facilitated session on report writing with group practical sessions• Developed training materials and facilitated training on setting-up M&E plan with group practical sessions• Developed training curriculum and facilitated training on the importance of M&E in projects• Developed training curriculum and facilitated training MEAL systems and Concepts• Developed training curriculum and facilitated training meaning of Monitoring & Evaluation Show less

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  American University of Nigeria/GIZ

  May 2022 - Jul 2022

  MEAL/Research Consultant - Market Driven Youth Resilience Project (MDYRP)

  • Developed training curriculum and facilitated training sessions on research development, conceptualisation, problem analysis and research methodology with practical sessions.• Developed standardize organizational procedure for reporting and data collections• Development of simple database for storage and retrieval of information• Developed training curriculum and facilitated training sessions Project Life Cycle, needs assessments, stakeholder management with practical sessions• Developed training curriculum and facilitated training sessions on project formulation, problem tree, objective tree, logical framework model• Developed training curriculum and facilitated training sessions Project implementation - process managementDeveloped training curriculum and facilitated training sessions Monitoring and Evaluation concepts, - strategies, and system, feedback mechanism• Developed training curriculum and facilitated training sessions on Report writing, risk analysis and response mechanism Show less

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  ActionAid Nigeria

  Aug 2022 - Oct 2022

  Evaluation Consultant - Baseline Study for Strategic Partnership Agreement

  • Led training on the baseline methodology as organized by the global-level consultant. • Trained Research Assistants on methodology and will support the quality assurance of data collected at the country level.• Conducted the data collection, validate data, and present it in the format as given by the global level consultant.• Developed national context-specific indicators for Nigeria's results frame. • Critically review the national result frame for relevance and contextualization and provide input on how to operationalize the counting methodology from the Global SPA II Summary Results Frame.• Conducted FGDs and KIIs with community leaders, youths, and government stakeholders.• Validated result findings with AAN team and other stakeholders.• Prepared reports to itemize findings, recommendations, and best practices.• Presented and communicated findings to AAN, stakeholders, and partners. Show less

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  New Vision Institute of Technology (NVIT)

  Feb 2024 - Jan 2025

  Director