Assessment & Evaluation Analyst - ALEXANDRIA CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (ACPS) - Alexandria, Virginia
(2025-02)
- Analyze student attendance, engagement, intervention, and outcome data to identify trends, performance gaps, and opportunities for school improvement.
- Conduct students and family needs assessments using quantitative and qualitative methods to identify barriers affecting attendance, engagement, and academic success.
- Collect, validate, organize, and interpret student, family, and program data to support evidence-based decision-making by school and district leadership.
- Prepare reports, presentations, executive summaries, and analytical briefs for administrators, principals, counselors, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Monitor intervention effectiveness and evaluate program outcomes using attendance data, performance indicators, and student support documentation.
- Collaborate with principals, counselors, teachers, social workers, families, and community partners to strengthen student support strategies and improve service delivery.
- Present findings, recommendations, and performance updates to school leadership teams and stakeholder groups in a clear, practical, and action-oriented manner.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with confidentiality requirements and student data management standards.
Program Manager, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning - COUNTERPART INTERNATIONAL - Washington, DC
(2023-01 - 2025-03)
- Led monitoring, evaluation, learning, and performance measurement activities across multiple international programs and organizational initiatives.
- Designed performance management frameworks, indicators, dashboards, reporting systems, and data collection processes to strengthen accountability and decision-making.
- Directed quantitative and qualitative analysis using SPSS, Excel, and business intelligence tools to support executive leadership, program teams, and external stakeholders.
- Produced executive reports, performance dashboards, analytical briefs, presentations, and evidence-based recommendations for senior leadership.
- Developed surveys, assessments, interview protocols, data collection instruments, and evaluation methodologies to support organizational learning and performance improvement.
- Provided technical leadership and training on data quality assurance, reporting standards, performance measurement, and evaluation practices.
- Collaborated with executive leadership and program teams to support strategic planning, continuous improvement, and organizational effectiveness.
- Strengthened data utilization by translating complex findings into clear, practical recommendations for management and program improvement.
Program Director, Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning - MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY - Kabul, Afghanistan
(2019-03 - 2022-03)
- Directed large-scale monitoring, evaluation, research, and performance measurement activities supporting education and development programs.
- Managed assessments, surveys, evaluations, and data collection activities across multiple provinces and program sites.
- Designed research methodologies, monitoring frameworks, indicators, and performance measurement systems to assess program implementation and results.
- Led quantitative and qualitative analyses to evaluate program effectiveness, outcomes, risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepared strategic reports, executive presentations, and recommendations for university leadership, government stakeholders, and international donors.
- Oversaw data quality assurance systems and ensured compliance with approved research, evaluation, and reporting methodologies.
- Supervised and guided technical teams involved in monitoring, reporting, field data collection, and evaluation activities.
- Facilitated stakeholder consultations and translated technical findings into actionable recommendations for leadership decision-making.
Regional Program Specialist, Monitoring & Evaluation - IDS INTERNATIONAL - Kabul, Afghanistan
(2017-09 - 2019-03)
- Supported the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation systems across multiple programs and geographic regions.
- Developed indicators, reporting tools, monitoring frameworks, performance tracking systems, and data collection methodologies.
- Conducted assessments, stakeholder interviews, focus groups, monitoring visits, and field verification activities.
- Analyzed quantitative and qualitative data to identify trends, implementation challenges, performance gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Produced analytical reports, presentations, findings summaries, and recommendations supporting leadership and program management decisions.
- Provided technical guidance on data quality, reporting standards, performance measurement, and evaluation practices.
- Supported program teams in improving reporting accuracy, accountability systems, and data utilization.
Senior Program Specialist, Monitoring & Verification - SOCIAL IMPACT INC. - Kabul, Afghanistan
(2015-12 - 2017-08)
- Managed monitoring, verification, and data quality assessment activities supporting donor-funded development programs.
- Conducted performance reviews, validation exercises, and data quality assessments to strengthen reporting accuracy and accountability.
- Reviewed large datasets to identify trends, inconsistencies, reporting gaps, and implementation challenges.
- Produced technical reports, findings summaries, analytical products, and recommendations for leadership, clients, and stakeholders.
- Coordinated stakeholder consultations and supported organizational learning, program improvement, and evidence-based decision-making.
- Strengthened program oversight through monitoring systems, verification activities, data validation, and performance assessments.
Program Adviser, Monitoring & Evaluation - INTERNATIONAL EXECUTIVE SERVICE CORPS (IESC) - Kabul, Afghanistan
(2012-06 - 2013-12)
- Supported monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and performance measurement activities across multiple development projects.
- Assisted in developing indicators, monitoring plans, reporting frameworks, performance tracking tools, and data collection methodologies.
- Conducted performance assessments, analytical reviews, and evaluation activities supporting project management decisions.
- Prepared technical reports, data summaries, findings, and performance updates for management and donor audiences.
- Collaborated with technical teams to improve reporting quality, data utilization, and performance measurement systems.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, field monitoring, and evidence-based recommendations.
Team Leader, Monitoring & Evaluation - DEVELOPMENT ALTERNATIVES INC. (DAI) - Kabul, Afghanistan
(2011-07 - 2012-06)
- Led field monitoring and evaluation activities supporting governance and development programs.
- Supervised data collection teams and ensured compliance with approved methodologies, quality standards, and reporting requirements.
- Designed monitoring tools, survey instruments, reporting templates, and performance tracking systems.
- Conducted data analysis and prepared reports highlighting implementation progress, performance results, and program challenges.
- Facilitated stakeholder discussions, learning reviews, and program performance assessments to improve project effectiveness.
- Supported management decision-making through data-driven reporting, field findings, and performance analysis.
Program Officer, Monitoring & Evaluation - CREATIVE ASSOCIATES INTERNATIONAL - Kabul, Afghanistan
(2009-06 - 2011-07)
- Supported monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and assessment activities for education and development programs.
- Assisted with survey implementation, field monitoring, data collection, verification, and reporting activities.
- Reviewed and analyzed program data to support planning, management, and operational decision-making.
- Prepared reports, presentations, performance summaries, and analytical updates for project leadership and stakeholders.
- Supported external evaluations, special studies, and organizational learning initiatives.
- Contributed to data quality assurance, performance monitoring, and reporting processes.
