Colette Simanto
Nairobi
Summary
Experienced monitoring and evaluation professional with a proven ability to assess and improve program performance. Utilizing analytical skills to gather and interpret data, ensures efficient achievement of project goals. Strength lies in strong team collaboration and adaptability, consistently delivering actionable insights and fostering a results-driven environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA-Kenya)
09.2024 - Current
- Develop and implement M&E frameworks to track project impact and progress across FIDA-Kenya offices.
- Conducted needs assessments, research, baseline surveys, and evaluations to inform programs
- Analyzed data and prepared comprehensive reports for stakeholders and donors
- Trained staff and partners on M&E methodologies and compliance with donor regulations
- Contributed to proposal development and resource mobilization efforts
- Developed comprehensive monitoring tools to track project progress and outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with donor requirements through diligent documentation and reporting practices.
- Contributed to project planning efforts with a focus on realistic objectives and achievable targets.
- Advised senior management on strategies for improving program effectiveness based on evaluation results.
- Utilized various software platforms to analyze data trends, generating actionable recommendations for program improvements. This included management of the ERP system.
Feminist MEAL Officer
Youth Alive Kenya
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Integrated feminist and disability-inclusive approaches in program designs
- Developed M&E tools, theories of change, and feedback accountability mechanisms
- Strengthened organizational knowledge management and disseminated lessons learned
- Conducted capacity-building initiatives to enhance program implementation
- Analyzed operational processes to identify areas for improvement and growth.
- Enhanced workplace culture with employee engagement initiatives and feedback mechanisms.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Action Network for the Disabled, Nairobi
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Designed and managed comprehensive M&E systems for ongoing project evaluation
- Oversaw data collection, analysis, and reporting to track impact and inform decisions
- Ensured safeguarding and compliance in data collection processes
- Coordinated project activities and developed partnerships with key stakeholders
- Conducted regular site visits, ensuring accurate data collection and timely reporting.
Project Manager
Action Network for the Disabled, Nairobi
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Led peer mentorship programs for youth with disabilities on SRHR topics
- Established partnerships to provide resources for beneficiaries
- Monitored project performance and developed strategies for risk mitigation
Project Assistant
Action Network for the Disabled, Nairobi
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Managed internal and external communications, enhancing social media reach by60%
- Supported project implementation in Nairobi’s informal settlements through training
- Documented advocacy stories and prepared high-quality reports and materials
Field Volunteer
Voluntary Service Overseas-ICS, Machakos
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Trained groups on entrepreneurship and linked them to financial resources
- Organized community awareness events to address disability-related issues
Social Worker
Health Care Global, Cancer Care Kenya, Nairobi
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Conducted socio-economic assessments and managed cancer registries for research
- Supported mental health interventions and established referral networks
Education
Diploma - Project Management
Kenya Institute of Management
Bachelor of Science - Community Resource Management & Sociology
Kenyatta University
Certificate - Results-Based Management: Monitoring & Evaluation
EU Aid & ASPEM
01.2022
Skills
- Monitoring Framework Development
- Research, Data Collection & Analysis
- Project Planning & Strategy Development
- Capacity Building & Training
- Data Visualization & Management
- Fundraising & Donor Engagement
- Complaint Resolution & Safeguarding Practices
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Data Management Software
- Report writing
- Monitoring frameworks development
Languages
English, Swahili (Fluent)
Kenyan Sign Language (Working Knowledge)
Timeline
Lead Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA-Kenya)
09.2024 - Current
Feminist MEAL Officer
Youth Alive Kenya
03.2023 - 09.2024
Project Manager
Action Network for the Disabled, Nairobi
01.2020 - 12.2021
Project Assistant
Action Network for the Disabled, Nairobi
10.2019 - 12.2021
Field Volunteer
Voluntary Service Overseas-ICS, Machakos
06.2019 - 09.2019
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Action Network for the Disabled, Nairobi
01.2019 - 01.2023
Social Worker
Health Care Global, Cancer Care Kenya, Nairobi
12.2017 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Community Resource Management & Sociology
Kenyatta University
Certificate - Results-Based Management: Monitoring & Evaluation
EU Aid & ASPEM
Diploma - Project Management
Kenya Institute of Management
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