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Caleb Karanja

@calebkaranja

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Data-driven MEL specialist combining research, health information systems, and advanced data visualization.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking MEL or data roles where I can apply rigorous analysis, build dashboards and systems, support evidence-driven program decisions, and grow in humanitarian and health-sector evaluations.

I am a monitoring, evaluation, learning and research professional with 3+ years of experience across data analysis, health information systems, and humanitarian contexts. I apply advanced analytical tools including R, Power BI, and R-Shiny to transform data into actionable insights.

My background includes designing M&E frameworks, third-party monitoring, and OECD-DAC-aligned evaluations for projects across East Africa and multiple fragile contexts. I have led quantitative analysis for program evaluations and built interactive dashboards tracking 10,000+ contacts for real-time decision-making.

I have hands-on field and research experience in health and humanitarian programs, including EMR/DHIS2 management, survey design and implementation, and qualitative methods such as FGDs and KIIs. I am experienced in sampling methodologies and ethical research protocols.

I am based in Nairobi, open to travel within East Africa and remote roles, and bring strong stakeholder management, report writing, and visualization skills to support evidence-based program improvement.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Junior Analyst

Current

Altamont Group

Sep 2025 - Present (4 months)

Provide research, data analysis, and market assessments to inform client strategy and investment decisions; built an R Shiny MERL dashboard tracking 10,000+ contacts for real-time reporting and quarterly decision-making.

R R Shiny Data Analysis Dashboarding Market Research Data Visualization Reporting

Research Analyst

Free the Slaves

Jul 2025 - Sep 2025 (2 months)

Conducted qualitative and quantitative research and case studies across multiple regions, producing evidence-based recommendations and desk reports to strengthen anti-trafficking program design.

Qualitative Research Quantitative Analysis literature review Report Writing Ethical Research Data Synthesis Presentation

MEL Program Officer

Solutions CRM

Sep 2024 - Mar 2025 (6 months)

Managed MEAL and TPM activities across humanitarian projects, developed ToCs and results frameworks, led technical stakeholder presentations, and analyzed qualitative and quantitative data for donor reporting.

MEAL TPM Monitoring & Evaluation Data Analysis Stakeholder Engagement

Health Records Officer

Bliss Healthcare

Jan 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year 7 months)

Optimized health information systems using EMRs and DHIS2, improving reporting efficiency by 30% and reducing data entry errors by 25% through data quality processes and routine reporting.

DHIS2 EMR Health Information Systems Data Quality Reporting Excel Data Visualization HMIS

Research Assistant

Africa Research and Data

Nov 2023 - Dec 2023 (1 month)

Supported data collection and analysis for a drought response inclusion project, led FGD/KII transcription and data management, and produced analytical reports with actionable recommendations.

Transcription Data Management Reporting Monitoring

Research Assistant

Ministry of Health / Kenyatta University

Aug 2022 - Oct 2023 (1 year 2 months)

Assisted PhD research on micronutrients by conducting structured interviews and KIIs, performing biweekly spot checks, verifying ANC register data, and summarizing monitoring data for project meetings.

Key Informant Interviews Data Verification Monitoring ANC Registers Data Entry Reporting Confidentiality

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Mount Kenya University

Bachelor of Science, Health Records and Information Management

Bachelor of Science in Health Records and Information Management focusing on health information systems and data management for clinical and public health settings.

Kenya Medical Training College

Diploma, Health Records and Information Technology

Diploma in Health Records and Information Technology with coursework in statistics and monitoring & evaluation supporting health data collection and reporting.