Vitalis Machu
@vitalismachu
Experienced research professional with expertise in project management and data analysis.
What I'm looking for
I am a diligent, trustworthy, and self-disciplined individual with a high degree of quality orientation. With over 15 years of experience in research, I have conducted extensive projects in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and Eastern DRC, including large-scale surveys and focus group discussions.
I possess strong project management skills, having worked as a project manager, operations and administrative officer, and lead supervisor in various research firms. My expertise includes research monitoring and evaluation, data analysis, and team leadership.
I am proficient in computer applications, including Ms. Office, Adobe PageMaker, Photoshop, and SPSS. I hold certifications in Cisco Network Associate (CCNA) and Cisco Network Professional (CCNP).
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Operations and Administrative Officer
FieldPro (by Optimetriks)
Jan 2021 - Apr 2024 (3 years 3 months)
Managed operations and administrative tasks, ensuring efficient workflow and project execution. Coordinated with various teams to support research initiatives across multiple countries.
Project Manager
SBO Research
Jan 2020 - Jan 2021 (1 year)
Led research projects, overseeing planning, execution, and delivery of results. Engaged with stakeholders to ensure project objectives were met effectively.
Project Manager
FieldPro (by Optimetriks)
Sep 2017 - Sep 2018 (1 year)
Directed project teams in executing large-scale surveys and research studies, ensuring high-quality data collection and analysis.
Lead Supervisor
FieldPro (by Optimetriks)
Jul 2015 - Jun 2016 (11 months)
Supervised field teams in data collection processes, ensuring adherence to research protocols and quality standards.
Field Manager
SBO Research
Mar 2014 - Mar 2015 (1 year)
Managed field operations for research projects, coordinating data collection and ensuring compliance with project timelines.
Head, Quality Control Unit
SBO Research
Apr 2013 - Apr 2014 (1 year)
Oversaw quality control processes for research data, implementing standards to enhance data integrity and reliability.
Head, Data Processing Unit
TNS Research International
Nov 2009 - Feb 2011 (1 year 3 months)
Led data processing operations, ensuring accurate data entry and analysis for various research projects.
Head, Editing Team
TNS Research International
Aug 2008 - May 2009 (9 months)
Managed the editing team to ensure high-quality outputs for research reports and publications.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Commsoft Information & Communication Technology School
Information Technology
2010 - 2011
Studied Relational Data-Base Management, Website Designing, and SPSS.
Makerere University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration
2007 - 2009
Pursued a Bachelor of Business Administration.
Maluku Secondary School
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education, Secondary Education
2005 - 2006
Achieved Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education (UACE).
St Dominic Savio’s Secondary School
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Secondary Education
2001 - 2004
Obtained the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE).
St Augustine’s Boys Primary School-Butunyi
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Primary Education
1995 - 1999
Completed the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE).
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Location
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