Emmanuel Wesonga
Nairobi
Summary
Dynamic statistician with proven expertise at the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, excelling in performance monitoring and evaluation. Adept at data analysis and report writing, I have successfully enhanced process efficiency and compliance through strategic planning and effective communication, driving organizational success and accountability in performance contracting initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Statistician – Strategy and Planning Section
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted regular audits of QMS processes across departments and field offices, identifying areas for improvement and providing actionable recommendations, resulting in enhanced process efficiency.
- Maintained and updated QMS records and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant standards, facilitating smooth audits through easily accessible documentation.
- Designed detailed action plans and implementation roadmaps for the organizations strategic initiatives, ensuring effective resource allocation and accountability across teams.
- Prepared comprehensive strategic plan progress reports for senior management, highlighting key achievements and challenges, ensuring transparency in organizational advancement toward strategic goals.
- Supported the directorates in developing measurable performance contracting targets aligned with performance contracting guidelines, ensuring all objectives were measurable and directly contributed to organizational success.
- Reviewed and consolidated performance contracts across directorates, enhancing coherence and compliance with organizational goals.
- Tracked and evaluated performance contract target achievements, identifying gaps and recommending corrective actions to enhance overall outcomes.
- Coordinated sensitization sessions on performance contract requirements, increasing staff awareness and accountability for strategic objectives.
- Collected and analyzed departmental data, compiling and submitting quarterly and annual performance contract reports to support informed decision-making.
- Prepared performance evaluation reports and performance evidence, ensuring accurate data presentation and alignment with organizational targets.
- Assisted in drafting the annual work plan, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and organizational objectives.
- Developed and managed the Advance Release Calendar, ensuring timely and structured dissemination of key statistical reports.
Statistician
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Supervised the collection of data for multiple national surveys, including the 2024 school census and various phases of Kenya Household Master frame Survey, enhancing the accuracy and comprehensiveness of household sampling master frames.
- Collaborated with statisticians, supervisors, and team members to ensure timely completion of key projects and promote a positive work environment.
- Developed and assisted in drafting detailed reports and summaries, enhancing the clarity and accessibility of statistical findings for decision-makers at various levels.
- Participated in designing and implementing data collection surveys, enhancing the quality and reliability of collected data.
- Coordinated field operations by planning and executing field data collection activities, optimizing resource allocation and reducing delays.
- Conducted fieldwork activities, including data collection, quality control, and data entry.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Applied Statistics with IT
Maseno University
Maseno, Kenya12-2019
High School Diploma -
Chesamisi High School
Bungoma, Kenya11-2014
GED -
Christ The King Primary School
Bungoma, Kenya11-2010
Skills
- Performance monitoring and evaluation
- Quality management systems (QMS)
- Data collection and statistical analysis
- Report writing and presentation
- Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools
- Database management and reporting
- Microsoft Office tools
- Data cleaning and validation
- Survey design and implementation
- Field operations coordination
- Statistical analysis
- Data visualization
- Performance evaluation
- Survey methodology
- Quality control
- Project management
- Data collection management
- Report drafting
- Resource allocation
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Strategic planning
- Compliance auditing
- Bayesian statistics
- Big data analytics
- Data transformation
- R programming
- Data quality assessment
- Markov chains
- ANOVA models
- Time series analysis
- Data collection methodologies
- Collaborative teamwork
- Linear regression
- Predictive modeling
- Data audits
- Identifying trends
- Random forests
- Data interpretation
- Data analysis
- Analytical methods
- SQL database
- Data modeling
- Statistical modeling
- Survey design
- Probability theory
- Data mining
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/25/95
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
- Marital Status: Single
- Religion: Christian
References
- Salome Kihara, Head of Strategy & Planning, Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, P.O. Box 30266, Nairobi, 00100, Kenya, +254729603072, skihara@knbs.or.ke
- John Bore, Head of Field Services Division, Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, P.O. Box 30266, Nairobi, 00100, Kenya, +254710344273, jbore@knbs.or.ke
- Dr. Thomas Mawora, Lecturer, Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science, School of Mathematics, Statistics and Actuarial Science, Maseno University, P.O Box 333, Maseno, 40105, Kenya, +254780379236, tmawora@maseno.ac.ke
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading and getting informed on current issues
- Travelling
- Charity and social work
Languages
- English
- Swahili
- Luhya
Technical And Administrative Skills
- Performance Monitoring & Evaluation – ability to assess project performance and identifying key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Quality Management Systems (QMS) – Proficient in implementing and auditing ISO 9001 standards.
- Data Collection & Statistical Analysis – Strong experience in survey implementation, data validation, cleaning, and analysis, enhancing data accuracy and reliability.
- Report Writing and Presentation – Strong ability to draft strategic reports, statistical summaries, performance evaluation reports, and compliance documents for internal and external stakeholders.
- Advanced Proficiency in Data Analysis Tools – Hands-on experience with SPSS, STATA, Excel, and other statistical software for data interpretation and visualization.
- Database Management & Reporting – Skilled in maintaining statistical databases and business registers, ensuring data integrity for decision-making.
- Good command of Microsoft Office tools.
- Data Cleaning and Validation
- Survey Design and Implementation
- Field Operations Coordination
Timeline
Statistician – Strategy and Planning Section
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
08.2022 - Current
Statistician
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
12.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Applied Statistics with IT
Maseno University
High School Diploma -
Chesamisi High School
GED -
Christ The King Primary School