SPSS
VERONE OTIENO ONYANGO
Lodwar,Turkana
Summary
Dynamic public health professional with proven expertise in qualitative and quantitative data collection methods, honed at Kenya Medical Research Institute. Excelled in training teams and leveraging SPSS for impactful data analysis. Known for strong problem-solving abilities and effective collaboration, significantly enhancing community health initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Field Supervisor
The Aga Khan University
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Recruited and screened participants to meet study eligibility criteria
- Conducted and supervised qualitative interviews and group discussions
- Prepared comprehensive notes and maintained audio records daily
- Trained enumerators in data collection protocols, improving team performance
Research Assistant
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Conducted qualitative and quantitative data collection on cervical cancer screening initiatives
- Analyzed research data and presented findings to health officials
- Assisted in study participant recruitment and maintained updated databases
- Facilitated team debriefing sessions and addressed challenges with supervisors
Public Health Officer
konamker Health Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Led community health initiatives to reduce malaria and diarrheal diseases
- Collaborated with partners like UNICEF to establish open defecation-free zones in the community Health Units such as Nakwamekwi Community Health Unit
- Designed and conducted public health workshops for community stakeholders
Education
Master of Science - Disease Epidemiology and Biostatistics
01.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Minor - Data Science
Skills
Qualitative data collection methods
Quantitative data collection methods
Proficiency in SPSS
Proficiency in KOBO
Proficiency in IDELA
Proficiency in ArcGIS
Advanced knowledge in training team members
Advanced knowledge in managing data platforms
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong problem-solving skills
Team collaboration
Certification
Clinical Research Operations and Data Lifecycle, Global Health Training Centre, 08/01/24
Accomplishments
- Conducted over 150 interviews adhering to strict research protocols.
- Improved participant recruitment efficiency by 85% through targeted community outreach.
- Successfully managed datasets for national cervical cancer screening campaigns.
- Supervised and mentored over Enumerators on qualitative and quantitative research on Early Childhood Development in Nairobi City County.
Software
Timeline
Field Supervisor - The Aga Khan University
09.2024 - 11.2024
Research Assistant - Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)
01.2023 - 06.2024
Maseno University - Master of Science, Disease Epidemiology and Biostatistics
01.2023 - 05.2025
Public Health Officer - konamker Health Center
01.2021 - 01.2022
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology - Bachelor of Science, Public Health
IBM - Minor, Data Science