Itumeleng Mokhu
@itumelengmokhu
Seasoned professional in sociology and development studies.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned professional with a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Development Studies, bringing over five years of multifaceted experience across various sectors including research, public health, and community development. My comprehensive understanding of social dynamics and development principles drives my commitment to utilizing my diverse skill set to effect positive change and tackle complex societal challenges.
Throughout my career, I have honed my expertise in program monitoring and evaluation, community engagement, and research ethics. I have successfully managed data collection tools, provided technical assistance for health programs, and contributed to the development of strategic initiatives aimed at sustainable development. My passion for advancing organizational goals is matched by my dedication to fostering community outreach and mobilization.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Strategic Information Officer
Population Services International (PSI)
Nov 2024 - Present (8 months)
Managed aspects of PSI and SECURE digital health systems, including the maintenance of data collection tools. Applied statistical packages to analyze, interpret, and summarize data for program teams.
Research Assistant
Jhpiego
Jan 2024 - Nov 2024 (10 months)
Translated, tested, and reviewed interview guides for the CUT-TB study, and identified and recruited study participants while maintaining confidentiality. Conducted in-person or phone interviews, transcribed interviews, and performed time and motion studies.
COVAX Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Assistant
Jhpiego
Mar 2021 - Sep 2023 (2 years 6 months)
Provided input and actively engaged with MOH on national systems for monitoring Covid-19 vaccination, and offered technical assistance to health facilities in applying vaccination tools. Oversaw data entry into the Covid-19 vaccinations database (DHIS2), conducted data cleaning, and analyzed datasets.
Data Collector
Chemonics_MOH
Aug 2023 - Aug 2023 (0 months)
Verified stock on hand against recorded stock in stock cards and assessed staff managing supply chain activities. Evaluated commodities managed by facilities, storerooms, and temperature charts.
KHANYA Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Assistant
Jhpiego
Aug 2019 - Jan 2021 (1 year 5 months)
Updated and ensured completeness of PrEP registers and entered paper-based client record form data into DHIS2. Maintained accurate and up-to-date data for the VMMC & PrEP program in DHIS2.
Research Assistant
Jhpiego
Jan 2019 - May 2019 (4 months)
Collected data from eligible participants using tablets and recorders, and conducted community-based surveys. Facilitated and led in-depth interviews (IDI) and focus group discussions (FGD) sessions with various demographic groups.
Dreams Data Clerk
Good Shepherd Sisters
Dec 2018 - Jan 2019 (1 month)
Entered beneficiaries' data into databases, ensuring information was formatted correctly, and synchronized data between different databases. Maintained data entry requirements by following data program techniques.
Enumerator
Kesi Business Solutions
Nov 2018 - Dec 2018 (1 month)
Mentored and coordinated data clerks on approved data collection tools and conducted focus group discussions. Visited identified enumeration areas (EA) and conducted updated household listings.
Enumerator
Kesi Business Solutions
May 2018 - Jul 2018 (2 months)
Mobilized communities to conduct community dialogues and visited identified Enumeration Areas (EA) to conduct updated household listings. Conducted individual interviews by administering approved questionnaires.
DREAMS Data Clerk
Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
Feb 2017 - Feb 2018 (1 year)
Collected data from the field, ensuring accuracy, and analyzed and screened data for capture. Conducted data entry using tablets and synchronized with the server.
Dreams Data Clerk
Caritas
Nov 2017 - Jan 2018 (2 months)
Received raw data from field facilitators, ensuring correct collection, and captured data into project databases from source documents. Maintained filing of source documents.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National University of Lesotho
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology and Development Studies
Completed a Bachelor of Arts with a focus on Sociology and Development Studies. Gained a comprehensive understanding of social dynamics and development principles.
Methodist High School
Cambridge Overseas School Certificate (COSC)
Obtained the Cambridge Overseas School Certificate.
Methodist High School
Junior Certificate (JC)
Achieved the Junior Certificate.
Mabote Primary School
Primary School Leaving Examinations (PSLE)
Completed Primary School Leaving Examinations.
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