Thombi Nguluwe
@thombinguluwe
Data Associate specializing in data entry, cleaning, and data quality assurance for donor-funded programs.
ZambiaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a Detail-oriented Data Associate with over 5 years of experience in data entry, data cleaning, and data quality assurance within donor-funded programs. I accurately input, verify, and maintain large datasets while ensuring completeness and consistency across systems, including reviewing and correcting data to meet strict quality standards.
In my current role, I conduct data cleaning, validation, reconciliation, and reporting using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets, and I coordinate with teams to resolve missing or unclear information. I’m also experienced across international data collection settings using KoboToolbox and ODK, and I’ve trained others on data entry and data quality standards—working confidently both independently and remotely with strong written and verbal English communication.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Associate
Jhpiego
Jun 2024 - Feb 2026 (1 year 8 months)
Performed high-volume data entry and updates while maintaining strict data quality standards, including verification, correction, and record maintenance. Conducted data cleaning, validation, reconciliation, and generated reporting outputs using Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
Data Quality Associate
Community Lead Monitoring (PEPFAR)
Feb 2023 - Jan 2024 (11 months)
Entered, cleaned, and validated programme data to ensure accuracy by reviewing datasets for inconsistencies and correcting errors. Maintained structured databases, supported reporting/administrative tasks, and trained team members on data entry and data quality standards for Family Development Initiatives (PEPFAR).
Enumerator / Research Assistant
Un Dev
Jan 2017 - Jan 2024 (7 years)
Collected and entered data using digital tools, verifying completeness and accuracy while maintaining data quality standards. Supported data cleaning and preparation for reporting.
Enumerator / Research Assistant
Unesco
Jan 2017 - Jan 2024 (7 years)
Collected and entered data using digital tools, verifying completeness and accuracy while maintaining data quality standards. Supported data cleaning and preparation for reporting.
Enumerator / Research Assistant
Zamstats
Jan 2017 - Jan 2024 (7 years)
Collected and entered data using digital tools, verifying completeness and accuracy while maintaining data quality standards. Supported data cleaning and preparation for reporting.
Enumerator / Research Assistant
CrS
Jan 2017 - Jan 2024 (7 years)
Collected and entered data using digital tools, verifying completeness and accuracy while maintaining data quality standards. Supported data cleaning and preparation for reporting.
Enumerator / Research Assistant
Chai
Jan 2017 - Jan 2024 (7 years)
Collected and entered data using digital tools, verifying completeness and accuracy while maintaining data quality standards. Supported data cleaning and preparation for reporting.
Research Assistant
Clinton Health Access Initiative
Supported an HPV Assessment Survey as a Research Assistant for the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI).
Research Assistant
Catholic Relief Services
Supported a Baseline Survey as a Research Assistant for Catholic Relief Services (CRS).
Supervisor
Zambia Statistical Agency
Supervised the National Housing and Population Census at Zambia Statistical Agency (ZamStats).
Facilitator & Quality Controller
UNDP Accelerator Lab
Facilitated and acted as Quality Controller for the Cross-Border Traders Survey at UNDP Accelerator Lab.
Rapporteur
National AIDS Council
Served as Rapporteur for Provincial Dialogue activities for the Global Fund and National AIDS Council.
Supervisor
Unicef
Worked as a Supervisor on projects involving the National Food and Nutrition Commission (NFNC), UNICEF, and Catholic Relief Services (CRS).
Enumerator
National and International Data Collection Projects
Worked as an Enumerator on multiple national and international data collection projects.
Supervisor
Catholic Relief Services
Worked as a Supervisor on projects involving the National Food and Nutrition Commission (NFNC), UNICEF, and Catholic Relief Services (CRS).
Supervisor
National Food and Nutrition Commission
Worked as a Supervisor on projects involving the National Food and Nutrition Commission (NFNC), UNICEF, and Catholic Relief Services (CRS).
Rapporteur
Global Fund
Served as Rapporteur for Provincial Dialogue activities for the Global Fund and National AIDS Council.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
ZCAS (Zambia)
Master of Science in Monitoring & Evaluation, Monitoring & Evaluation
In progress MSc in Monitoring & Evaluation at ZCAS, expected completion in 2028.
University of Zambia
Certificate in Education Administration, Education Administration
Completed a Certificate in Education Administration at the University of Zambia in 2021.
University of Zambia
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Special Education
Completed a B.Ed. in Special Education at the University of Zambia in 2021.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
ZambiaAuthorized to work in
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