SPSS
Donald Makana Obora
Data Analyst | Statistician | MEAL Officer
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
Summary
Experienced monitoring and evaluation professional with a proven ability to assess and improve program performance. Utilizes strong analytical skills to collect and analyze data, ensuring efficient achievement of project objectives. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and adaptability, consistently providing valuable insights and fostering a results-oriented atmosphere.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
22
22
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Monitoring and Evaluation Intern
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)
03.2024 - Current
- Supporting in evaluating implementation of performance contract and compile reports
- Supporting in drafting monitoring and evaluation frameworks and plans
- Support in developing and enhancing monitoring, evaluation, and reporting frameworks
- Analyze project data to measure research impact and effectiveness
- Assist in designing data collection protocols and visualization tools
- Supported program staff in the implementation of evaluation plans, ensuring accurate monitoring and reporting.
SPSS and STATA Tutor
X-Capital Analytics, Insight Sphere Ltd
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Designed industry-based curricula for statistical software training
- Conducted lectures, hands-on tutorials, and guided projects for students
- Provided mentorship on research methodologies and statistical modeling
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
Data Analyst Attaché
Nakuru County Government
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Extracted and transformed financial and socio-economic data for reporting
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
- Used statistical methods to analyze data and generate useful business reports.
- Developed data visualization dashboards using R programming
Data Entry & Verification Clerk
National Government Civil Registration Department
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Managed data entry, verification, and quality control for national records
Education
Bachelor of Science - Statistics
Egerton University
Njoro, Nakuru District, Kenya 04.2001 - 01.2023
Skills
Research design
Analytical Problem Solving
Quantitative Data Analysis and Interpretation Skills
Graphical Data Interpretation
SPSS Proficiency
Statistical Analysis Using Stata
R Data Analysis
Skilled in Python Programming
Advanced Excel Skills
Data-Driven Modeling
Data Collection and Data Management
Kobo Collect Expertise
Project Experience
- Predictive Modeling for Climate & Health Risks: Developed machine learning models to assess climate-related health vulnerabilities.
- Agricultural Data Analytics: Led analysis on antimicrobial drug use by dairy farmers in Kenya.
- Gender-Based Violence Study: Evaluated prevalence and risk factors across selected counties.
- Health & Education in Minority Communities: Conducted statistical analysis on access gaps and policy effectiveness.
Software
Stata
R programming
Microsoft Excel
SQL
Python
Microsoft Power Bi
Certification
MEAL Essentials-Dissaster Ready
Timeline
MEAL Essentials-Dissaster Ready
01-2025
Monitoring and Evaluation Intern
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)
03.2024 - Current
SPSS and STATA Tutor
X-Capital Analytics, Insight Sphere Ltd
03.2023 - 03.2024
Data Analyst Attaché
Nakuru County Government
01.2023 - 03.2023
SPSS Data Analysis - Egerton University
09-2019
Data Entry & Verification Clerk
National Government Civil Registration Department
09.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Statistics
Egerton University
04.2001 - 01.2023