Cedric Ahona

Impact Associate

Talent

NairobiMember since 27 May 2026

Data collection, cleaning, and managementSurvey and tool design for monitoring & evaluationData analysis (descriptive, inferential, content, and narrative analysis)Human-centered storytelling & content creationReport writing, infographics, and data visualizationCross-departmental collaboration and stakeholder engagementResearch, interviewing, and information gatheringStrong communication and relationship-building skillsAnalytical thinking and problem-solvingTime management and organizational skillsData collection, cleaning, and management (quantitative & qualitative)Strong time management and organizational skillsTeamwork, flexibility, and collaboration in multi-department environments

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About

Impact-focused communication and data professional with experience in journalism, research, data collection, analysis, and storytelling. Skilled at designing tools, collecting and analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data, and presenting findings in clear, compelling formats. Adept at building strong relationships with stakeholders, collaborating across teams, and translating insights into actionable recommendations.

Passionate about creating human-centered narratives that showcase program impact and inform decision-making.

Experience

Impact Associate - F4E

(2022-01)

Design, develop, and implement monitoring & evaluation tools for regional programs.
Coordinate fieldwork and data collection activities, including managing schedules, instruments, and communication with field staff.
Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses, including descriptive statistics, inferential testing, content, and narrative analysis.
Research, develop, and produce human interest stories showcasing program impact.
Present data in visually appealing formats, including infographics and reports.
Collaborate across departments (operations, tech, supply chain) to ensure data alignment and program evaluation.
Support progress tracking, performance improvement, and professional development initiatives.
Developed questionnaires and tools for regional impact monitoring in multiple counties.
Produced compelling human-centered stories highlighting program successes.
Successfully collaborated with multiple departments to improve data quality and reporting.
Contributed to quarterly impact reports, newsletters, and baseline studies.

Industrial Attachment - Kenya News Agency (KNA) - Nyeri County

(2021-01 - 2021-04)

Gathered news and conducted interviews with stakeholders.
Wrote and edited news stories and feature articles.
Supported newsroom operations and content dissemination.

Assistant Events Coordinator - Risha Public Relations & Events Management

(2012-09 - 2016-03)

Planned and coordinated corporate and social events.
Managed guest relations and vendor interactions.
Ensured events ran on schedule and within budget.
Delivered high-quality events consistently while maintaining client satisfaction.

Sales Executive - Edinguele Boutique

(2012-01 - 2012-06)