Elias Otieno Onyango
About me
I am a results-driven professional with extensive experience in project management, monitoring and evaluation, market research, and financial inclusion. I have successfully led over 15 projects, achieving a 95% success rate in meeting objectives while optimizing resources.
Key Skills
- Program Management: Work plan development, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
- Advocacy & Capacity Building: Coordinating advocacy initiatives, delivering technical support, and facilitating training sessions.
- Data Analytics & Evaluation: Proficient in M&E frameworks, statistical analysis (SPSS, STATA, R), and reporting.
- Community Engagement: Experience working with interfaith networks, youth-led, and women-led organizations.
- Designing Monitoring Tools: Expertise in developing and deploying digital data collection tools such as ODK, Kobo Collect, and Survey123 for effective field data collection and monitoring.
- Proficiency: Microsoft Office, Tableau, SQL, Advanced Excel, and digital marketing tools.
Strengths
- Interpersonal communication and teamwork.
- Effective time management and critical thinking.
- Strategic planning and resource mobilization.
My key competencies include:
- Developing and implementing M&E frameworks to enhance project performance and accountability.
- Conducting data-driven research and analysis using tools like SPSS, STATA, and Tableau to inform strategic decisions.
- Leading financial inclusion initiatives that integrate savings groups into formal financial systems and enhance community economic empowerment.
- Designing and executing impactful marketing strategies that boost product uptake and engagement.
My ability to collaborate across teams, deliver actionable insights, and drive innovation ensures I bring value to organizational goals. I am eager to contribute my skills to your team and support your mission.
Education
Mr.
Degree
05/01/2015
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30/06/2019
A degree in Bachelor of Economics & Statistics from the University of Nairobi
Work Experience
Project Manager
Aquila East Africa
January 1, 2020
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Present
• Spearheaded 15+ projects, achieving 95% success in meeting timelines and quality benchmarks. • Developed and implemented data-driven M&E frameworks for diverse programs. • Established and digitized community microfinance groups, improving financial access for rural households. • Designed KPIs, monitored progress, and generated actionable insights through detailed reporting. • Conducted baseline surveys, feasibility studies, and impact evaluations to inform strategic planning.
Monitoring and Evaluation Lead
Intelliwealth Limited
01/08/2023
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30/07/2024
• Led M&E initiatives aligned with organizational goals, enhancing program efficiency by 30%. • Built stakeholder capacity through targeted training on data collection and analysis. • Designed and implemented research methodologies, generating data-driven program insights.
Planning & Strategy Officer
Kenyatta National Hospital
01/03/2018
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30/08/2018
• Conducted statistical analysis to inform operational improvement strategies. • Oversaw performance contracting and provided insights for strategic planning. • Delivered detailed reports on organizational performance and policy recommendations.