James Nzeki

I am a highly motivated and competent professional who possessesin-depth knowledge and expertise in the field of Project Planning, Management, Monitoring and Evaluation. With a proven track record of achievement, I can bring positivity, support, and a creative mindset to any team. I pride myself on taking ownership of challenging problems, maintaining high standards, and assisting my employer in achieving their commercial objectives.

With a desire and passion for continuous professional development, I am confident I can add value to your organization by always ensuring your customers and clients receive the best service possible. With more than 5 years of experience in similar roles, I can be relied upon to deliver everything I set out to achieve, while always seeking ways to help my employer grow, and create more impact on the community.

MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS

• Played critical role in the Impact Assessment of Poverty Eradication Program at Village HopeCore International (2019). Recommendations from the assessment prompted the organization to expand the program in order to benefit an additional 40%of the targeted program beneficiaries.
• Successfully led a team of 11 evaluators in evaluation of a Community Health Volunteers Program at Village HopeCore International (2022). The evaluation findings provided useful insights that informed program expansion to other areas.
• Actively participated in proposal writing and implementation of a community filling station project at Village HopeCore International (2022). The project has turned out tobe a model project in the organization transforming the lives of more than 30 youth beneficiaries, who were initially unemployed.
• Designed and wrote the Village HopeCore International integrated business training curriculum. The curriculum has been approved for use in training. • Developed an effective Data Quality Assessment (DQA) tool that led to better data-based quality decision-making processes in the organization.

SKILLS

• Impact Evaluations
• Data Quality Assessments (DQAs)
• Data Analysis (SPSS, EXCEL)
• Proposal Writing
• Developing M&E tools
• Project Design & Implementation

COMPETENCIES

• Experienced in data collection (Kobo Collect, CommCare)
• Well-versed with Results-Based Management (RBM)
• A fast learner with a proven track record of achievement
• Easily adaptable with ability to take responsibility and initiative
• Team player, excellent communicator and collaborator

University of Nairobi (2017 - 2019)

Master of Arts (Project Planning & Management)

Moi University Bachelor of Science (2003 -2007)

Agricultural Economics & Resource Management