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Gerald Tekuyama

@geraldtekuyama

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Professional MEAL officer with six years of data management experience.

Sierra Leone

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters professional growth, collaboration, and impactful data-driven decision-making.

I am a dedicated Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) Officer with six years of experience in tracking and reporting. My background includes three years in data management, where I developed performance metrics that enhance productivity processes. I have a unique ability to identify areas of improvement and those that exceed expectations, which I aim to leverage for the benefit of a new organization.

Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my comprehensive understanding of how to measure progress accurately beyond mere numbers. I have successfully set up MEAL systems, conducted data collection and validation, and produced insightful reports that guide decision-making. My commitment to capacity building and training has empowered partners and colleagues to enhance their MEAL practices, ensuring data quality and effective program implementation.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

MEAL Officer

GOAL SIERRA LEONE

Sep 2017 - Jan 2023 (5 years 4 months)

As a MEAL Officer, I established the MEAL system for projects, ensuring data collection aligned with the MEAL plan. Responsibilities included data cleaning, analysis, validation, and producing monthly dashboards for partners, while also providing training on M&E aspects.

Data Analysis Data Validation Training Reporting Dashboards Communication Data Management Project Analysis

Surveillance Data Officer

GOAL SIERRA LEONE

May 2016 - Sep 2017 (1 year 4 months)

In this role, I assisted in preparing source data for computer entry, ensuring data completeness for DHMT. I processed information documents, maintained data entry requirements, and provided training on data collection tools.

Data Entry Training Data Processing Data Management Reporting Communication Team Collaboration

Liaison Officer

Partners in Health (PIH)

Oct 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 2 months)

In my role as Liaison Officer, I provided timely information regarding EVD cases to families and maintained accurate records of suspected cases. I liaised with health authorities to report daily updates on EVD cases.

Communication Data Reporting Liaison Stakeholder Engagement Team Coordination Problem Solving

Data Officer

GOAL

Oct 2014 - Jul 2015 (9 months)

As a Data Officer, I revised data collection tools, supported the design of mobile data collection forms, and developed tracking systems for IPC materials. I also conducted regular training for health facilitators on data collection tools.