FIELDS OF EXPERTISE
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) systems design and implementation
- Programme and project evaluation (thematic, mid-term, final, and impact evaluations)
- Agricultural, food security and nutrition programme evaluation
- Climate change, environment, forestry and biodiversity programme assessments
- Rural development and social protection programme analysis
- Quantitative and qualitative research methods (mixed-methods evaluations)
- Impact evaluation methodologies (Difference-in-Differences, regression analysis, quasi-experimental designs)
- Indicator development, results frameworks (logframes) and performance measurement systems
- Data management, statistical analysis and visualization (SPSS, STATA, R, Python, Excel)
- Qualitative data analysis and coding (NVivo)
- Policy analysis and development of evidence-based policy briefs
- Donor-funded programme evaluation (UN agencies, World Bank, GCF-supported programmes)
- Stakeholder engagement, facilitation and participatory evaluation approaches
- Development of evaluation design frameworks, TORs, and methodological guidelines
- Reporting, synthesis and translation of complex data into actionable insights for decision-making
WORK EXPERIENCE – EXTENDED EXPERTISE SUMMARY
Research & Evaluation Specialist (Independent) | 2024 – Present
- Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary evaluation assignments, including design, implementation, and quality assurance of evaluation frameworks and methodologies.
- Develop and refine evaluation designs, terms of reference, and analytical frameworks aligned with international evaluation standards (UN/FAO/Donor requirements).
- Lead mixed-methods evaluations, integrating quantitative datasets and qualitative evidence to generate robust, policy-relevant findings.
- Support the development and validation of programme monitoring systems, indicators, and results measurement frameworks.
- Conduct advanced data analysis and synthesis to inform programme learning, accountability, and adaptive management.
- Ensure methodological rigor, ethical compliance, and alignment of evaluation outputs with stakeholder expectations and donor requirements.
Doctoral Researcher (PhD – International Relations) | CCNU | 2019 – 2024
- Designed and implemented complex research frameworks integrating political, economic, and development evaluation perspectives.
- Applied advanced qualitative and quantitative research methods to assess institutional and policy effectiveness in development contexts.
- Developed analytical models for assessing governance, international cooperation, and development outcomes.
- Produced peer-reviewed academic publications and policy-relevant analytical outputs.
- Strengthened expertise in evidence synthesis, comparative analysis, and structured evaluation reporting.
Research Officer – Public Health Programmes | Ministry of Health | 2017 – 2019
- Led monitoring and evaluation processes for national public health programmes, including HIV/TB interventions supported by global health partners.
- Designed and implemented data collection tools, evaluation frameworks, and reporting systems.
- Conducted advanced statistical and thematic analysis to assess service delivery effectiveness and programme outcomes.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement processes including government, donors, and implementing partners.
- Contributed to evidence-based programme redesign and policy improvement in public health delivery systems.
Research Consultant / M&E Specialist | Jimat Development Consultants | 2015 – 2017
- Conducted impact evaluations for social protection and rural livelihood programmes funded by the World Bank and Government of Zimbabwe.
- Applied econometric techniques (including Difference-in-Differences and regression modelling) to assess programme impact on household welfare outcomes.
- Led field-based data collection, survey design, and statistical analysis for baseline, mid-term, and endline evaluations.
- Supported development of donor-compliant evaluation reports and policy briefs.
Assistant Lecturer – Development Studies | ZOU | 2013 – 2014
- Delivered academic instruction in development economics, policy analysis, and research methodology.
- Supervised student research projects involving data analysis and applied evaluation techniques.
- Developed teaching materials integrating real-world development evaluation case studies.