Senior Evaluation Specialist with over 20 years of experience designing and leading evaluations across education, health, WASH, urban and rural development, agriculture, food security, livelihoods, gender, and social inclusion sectors. Proven expertise in leading cross-country, sector-wide, and project-level evaluations across Asia, the Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. Adept in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Expertise in translating complex research and evaluation findings into compelling, donor-friendly narratives that drive decision-making and funding strategies. Skilled in blending rigorous research with storytelling, including content analysis, case studies, and participatory methods such as recipient stories and impact narratives, to inform program design, advocacy, and donor engagement. Expertise in designing and implementing research protocols with vulnerable populations, especially in the Global South, while upholding rigorous ethical standards, including safeguarding, anonymization, trauma-informed approaches, and participatory action research. Skilled in team leadership, mentoring, applied research, evaluation synthesis, policy analysis, and knowledge management to support learning and evidence-based decision-making. Recognized for delivering MEL trainings, strengthening partner capacity in equitable research, data collection, and evidence-informed decision-making.
