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Peter Magara

@petermagara

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Experienced consultant specializing in monitoring, evaluation, and learning.

Uganda

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for opportunities that allow me to leverage my expertise in monitoring and evaluation while fostering collaborative learning environments within organizations.

I am Peter Magara, a dedicated Learning and Change facilitator with over 15 years of experience in system strengthening assessments at various levels. My work focuses on helping organizations measure their results and facilitating learning processes that enhance their internal systems and engagement with the broader ecosystem. I am passionate about system thinking and have successfully designed interventions that improve service delivery in the water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) sector.

Throughout my career, I have been involved in numerous assessments and evaluations, developing frameworks that support sustainable services. My consultancy work has allowed me to collaborate with various development organizations, where I design monitoring and evaluation frameworks, conduct impact assessments, and facilitate multi-stakeholder learning platforms. I am also an alumnus of the Stanford University Systems Tools for Analysis and Response Programme, which has further enriched my approach to systemic change.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Consultant: Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Facilitator, Coach & Mentor

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Refuse to Fail

Jun 2017 - Present (8 years)

Works independently for development organizations, focusing on program quality design, M&E framework development, project evaluations, and facilitating learning. Supports organizations in measuring results and strengthening internal systems for greater impact. Also provides coaching and mentoring.

Program Quality Facilitation Outcome Harvesting Coaching Mentoring Strategic Planning Stakeholder Engagement

Monitoring and Learning Advisor

International Water and Sanitation Center (IRC) Uganda

Dec 2014 - Present (10 years 6 months)

Coordinated implementation of major projects, including the USAID Strengthening WASH Systems Learning Partnership and the IRC – Conrad Hilton Foundation Safe Water Strategy. Managed relations with national partners and developed bankable proposals for program funding, generating over US$2 Million.

Program Management Proposal Development Stakeholder Management Budget Management

National Learning Facilitator

SNV Netherlands Development Organization

Jan 2010 - Present (15 years 5 months)

Facilitated biannual review meetings for national and regional partners under the Sustainable Water Services at Scale Initiative. Developed a program logic model for promoting sustainable water services in Uganda.

Facilitation Stakeholder Engagement Water Services

Monitoring & Evaluation Coordinator

Canadian Physicians for Aid and Relief (CPAR) Uganda

Jan 2008 - Present (17 years 5 months)

Developed monitoring and evaluation frameworks for various projects, including human rights, peacebuilding, livelihoods, and maternal child care. Produced baseline, mid-term review, and evaluation reports for donor-funded initiatives.

Project Review Baseline Studies Livelihoods

Monitoring & Evaluation Manager

Volunteer Efforts for Development Concerns (VEDCO) Uganda

Jan 2006 - Present (19 years 5 months)

Managed monitoring and evaluation activities for development concerns. Developed result-based monitoring systems for tracking project implementation and ensured effective data collection and analysis.

Monitoring And Evaluation Management Data Collection Data Analysis Performance Monitoring

Monitoring Evaluation & Documentation Officer

Kabarole Research and Resource Center Uganda

Jan 2004 - Present (21 years 5 months)

Responsible for monitoring, evaluation, and documentation processes. Supported the development of guidelines for scaling up innovations and good operational practices.

Documentation Operations Research Resource Management Data Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Uganda Martyrs University

MA Development Studies, Development Studies

Undertook a Master of Arts in Development Studies, gaining advanced knowledge in development theories, policies, and practices. Focused on critical analysis and practical application within the development sector.

Makerere University

BA Environmental Management, Environmental Management

Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Management, acquiring comprehensive understanding of environmental issues and sustainable management strategies. Developed skills in environmental assessment and policy.