Asaph Benaiah

Experience

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  Plan International

  Feb 2018 - Nov 2020

   Plan and implement participatory M&E for Plan International consortium partners and assist local implementing partners to implement systems for data collection to measure progress against project targets and objectives; At scheduled monthly meetings, identify and share lessons learned and encourage project staff to use data for decisionmaking while also building their capacity in quality data management; Supervise, prepare and present quarterly data feedback and data for decision use meetings with project partners (community and facility); Provide technical assistance to build capacity of project staff, Ministry of Health counterparts, and collaborating NGO partners in maintenance and interpretation of M&E data. Participate in development of data collection tools, as appropriate, including survey questionnaires, key informant interview schedules, facility assessment and supervision tools, etc; Implement SOPs for data management systems at our supported institutions, Conduct Site Improvement through Monitoring Systems (SIMS) in all our supported sites. Verify data quality and prepare analyses (with input from the County project technical staff) required for performance review by County Cluster Head Implement and report to partners and staff data quality audits using the Data Quality Assessment tools and Evaluation. Identify and report to M&E Manager training needs at the Sub-County and County Levels across Plan Operational areas Identify, rectify and report data issues to M&E Technical Manager; Assist with identification and reporting of action points and lessons learned; Participate in project annual review meetings and other reviews as required; Respond to Plan requests for programmatic information; Establish and maintain close collaboration on M&E with project partners while identifying opportunities and take action to build strategic relationships to help achieve program goals Show less Ensure PALS standards and areas of enquires are mainstreamed in PCM processesEnsure there are learning and reflection platforms on PALS as it is a core MER business of Plan globallyFacilitate implementation of research activities conducted by consultants or by internal capacities within standard qualitiesProduce PA level programs’ performance reports such as quarterly, APPR, CPPR, etc. timely and with standard qualities and communicate to my manager.Collaborate with project coordinators in the PA and with COs staffs (when required) to develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks for specific program/ thematic areas.Support knowledge management and learning efforts by producing periodic project monitoring reports, case stories and articles.Carryout any other duty as assigned by country MER specialist Show less  Implement and update project M&E Plan and PMP for the country, including identifying appropriate indicators and design of data collection system for the project to collect and report on data to measure performance and achievement of project objectives; Enter verified AFYA PWANI programmatic data that is compliant with all PEPFAR/OGAC/USAID reporting requirements for DATIM, PHES, EMR and SIMS Work closely and support health facilities, sub-counties and county in ensuring accurate and timely data is entered into the national HIS system, DHIS2. Verify, analyze and compile monthly, quarterly, semi-annual (SAPR) and annual (APR) programmatic activity reports to ensure it fits within the PEPFAR/USAID/OGAC reporting needs Maintain and report quarterly to the M&E Technical Advisor the County Indicator Tracking (KIT) and also enter the data to the Pathfinder Online Data System (ODS); Supervise the timely production and storage of accurate, reliable data and carry out analysis and interpretation of project data. Prepare county reports on project performance against established goals and objectives, and, at appropriate times, on project achievements. Provide technical assistance to local implementing partners’ in the county to develop systems for the continual collection, analysis, and presentation of data, and build the capacity of these partners to interpret and report on their progress and achievements. Conduct regular quality checks of project data ensuring that data reported by AFYA PWANI corresponds with Ministry of Health and other GOK health agencies (NASCOP, NACC etc) data. Ensure coordination of project monitoring tools with the Government of Kenya HMIS, NASCOP and NACC systems; Provide technical assistance to build capacity of project staff, Ministry of Health counterparts, and collaborating NGO partners in maintenance and interpretation of M&E data. Show less

  • Monitoring And Evaluation Officer

    Jul 2015 - Nov 2020

  • Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

    Aug 2015 - Sept 2020

  • Ag. Monitoring And Evaluation Officer - Afya Pwani (USAID) - Kilifi

    Feb 2018 - Dec 2018
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  Independent Medico-Legal Unit

  Feb 2021 - Jan 2022

  Research Monitoring Evaluation and Learning Associate

   Supervise, prepare and present quarterly data feedback and data for decision use meetings with project partners (National Police Service, CSOs, Donors); Develop and implement a robust monitoring and evaluation system that ensure tracking of project/ programme results at different levels (outputs, outcomes and impact). Develop/ adopt an integrated database of all programmes and ensure accountability through regular data updates, data integrity and working in collaboration with the data processors. Work with programme officer and managers to ensure the collection of relevant and appropriate data needed for an effective MEAL system is utilized in monitoring strengths, weaknesses and gaps in existing projects/ programs and services and for reporting on donor commitments. Review existing data collection tools for the current programmes. Incorporate field and technical team feedback to ensure the continuous improvement of data management systems. Timely update and share data on the 4W matrix to the cluster management systemMonitoring and Reporting Maintain and update the overall indicator tracker based on submissions from the Programme Work closely with the programmes teams to ensure that feedback to implementing the programme is within time. Develop M&E plans for all projects and proposals and ensure the same is followed up during implementation; Ensure all grants have updated work-plan and performance management plan (PMPs) in tandem with all approved proposals, regularly reviewing and updating as needed Carry out data quality assessments/ audits regularly for MEAL data based on agreed indicators to guide decision making Provide alert to the respective programme officers/ managers, and PC on corrective actions required to avoid delays in implementation, including flagging operational issues and risks requiring timely actions. Review monthly progress reports from partners and ensure they have evidence to back-up and provide feedback Show less

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  Save the Children International

  Nov 2022 - now

  Monitoring Evaluation Accountability & Learning (MEAL) Officer (USAID-Nawiri)

  • Crafted a Data-Driven Strategy: Spearheaded the development of a comprehensive M&E framework, log frame, theory of change, ITT, and tools for Special Partnership Nawiri project. This initiative focused on enhancing disaster preparedness, resilience, health, and psychosocial well-being, driving data-informed decision-making.• Empowering Youth through M&E: Provided invaluable support to the USAID Nawiri by orchestrating the creation of a dynamic M&E plan for a youth livelihood sub purpose. The emphasis was on life skills and employability training, empowering young individuals for a brighter future.• Enhancing Analytical Skills: Led a transformative 5-day Excel and SPSS quantitative data analysis training program. This initiative fostered collaborative analysis of both qualitative and quantitative data, leading to the creation of a comprehensive midline report in just 2 weeks.• Multi-County Insights: Spearheaded a multi-county middline survey across Turkana and Samburu, unearthing critical insights into project impact. The survey focused on emergency response, health, psychosocial support, and relief services for vulnerable populations.• Efficient Survey Management: Successfully managed Annual surveys across Turkana County using cutting-edge CAPI technology, streamlining data collection and analysis processes.• Data-Driven Recommendations: Analyzed Annual Survey data on access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene services in Turkana Nawiri project. The results formed the basis for actionable recommendations, enhancing program effectiveness and impact. Show less