Dula Abebe
Amman
Summary
I am a seasoned statistician with over 17 years of diverse experience in planning, monitoring, and humanitarian work. My background includes working with both the United Nations and NGOs in the realms of development and emergency response, often within multicultural settings. My skill set encompasses proficiency in programme management, developing monitoring guidance and tools, conducting routine monitoring, and adept data processing. I possess a strong command of computer skills and database management tools, including Kobo Collect, DHIS2, and DevInfo. Additionally, I'm well-versed in statistical analysis utilizing a range of software applications such as SPSS, Power BI, and others.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Planning and Monitoring Specialist
UNICEF Jordan Country Office
02.2023 - Current
- Lead overall 2023 Country Office Annual Reports (COAR) – CSIs, RAM and EYSN
- Provided guidance, tools, and support for 2024 Rolling Work Plans (RWPs) revision
- Conducted quality review of RWP indicators (CSIs, Standards, and additional indicators) during planning phase
- Provided guidance and tools for timely selection, tagging & monitoring of office-wide scorecard indicators
- Led the transition of the work plan into eWP
- Provided an orientation to programme staff on the new monitoring procedure and guidance
- Designed a comprehensive monitoring framework for CPD 2023-2027, addressing the 2022 internal audit recommendation
- Collaborated with programme sections to create section-specific monitoring implementation plans
- Quality reviewed quarterly SitReps
- Contributed to the development of donor proposal log frames, monitoring and reporting components
- Supported office on development, tracking, and updating of IMEP
- Delivered ePD cascade training at Jordan country office after receiving ToT on ePD
- Offered hands-on assistance to program staff, ensuring streamlined development and finalization of PDs
- Conducted reviews of PDs to ensure proper logical framework structure and component completeness
- Review and quality check UNSDCF Joint work plan and annual reports
- Led process and facilitated periodic programmatic reviews (midyear and annual reviews) with programme staff
- Organized lessons learned exercise for KOICA funded project
- Actively participated in relevant UNICEF Country Office-wide taskforces, including MENA Monitoring Reference Group.
Monitoring Specialist
UNICEF Ethiopia Country Office
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed the 2021 and 2022 year-end corporate reporting requirements for the Ethiopia Country Office (ECO)
- Provided technical support, guidance, and tools to UNICEF Programme staff and partners in developing and updating the Situation Monitoring and Assessment system on Programme issues
- Provided technical support, through surge, in planning and developing the Tigray Scale-Up plan (L3)
- Established and managed Third-Party Monitoring (TPM) initiatives with programme sections and field offices for real-time monitoring purposes
- Provided capacity-building support to UNICEF Programme staff and partners in Programme P&M, integrating results-based management into programme implementation
- Quality checked the monthly SitReps for Dep Reps approval
- Supported the work planning process for UNICEF Programmes in Ethiopia
- Conducted timely and quality reviews of Programme work plans at national and regional levels for adherence/consistency with UNICEF guidelines
- Managed and supported the programmatic visit compliance function (minimum requirements and action points) of HACT for ECO
- Provided overall technical guidance to staff and CSOs on eTools (HACT, PRP, PMP, and others)
- Represented PMU in UNICEF Country Office task forces, including the Planning and Monitoring Working Group and HACT Committee, and the Research and Evaluation Task Force
- Collaborated with Regional team of Programme Planning and Monitoring on situation and humanitarian monitoring, corporate reporting, and digital initiatives
- Under leadership of Dep Rep Programmes, led revision processes for flagship programmes - such as Every Child Learns, End Open Defecations, Stop Stunting, and End Child Marriage
- Provided technical support to Ethiopia Country Office in formalization of implementing partnerships with civil society organizations (both for humanitarian and development partners)
- Provided technical and administrative support in implementation of HACT
- Worked as alternate secretary for PRC in UNICEF Ethiopia Office
- Coordinated with ESARO team on implementation of the CSO and HACT procedures.
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
UNICEF Ethiopia
03.2015 - 06.2021
- Ensured timely planning, implementation, and monitoring of programmes at field office level
- Took charge of Rolling and Annual Work Plan (R/AWP) development process for UNICEF at field office level for over 5 years
- Engaged in development, implementation, and monitoring of a child-sensitive social protection system through IN-SCT pilot programme's planning and execution
- Organized periodic programme coaching and monitoring missions for the IN-SCT pilot programme
- Facilitated impact evaluations/surveys (baseline, midline, and end line) for the IN-SCT pilot programme
- Provided capacity-building training (TRANSFORM, MIS, case management) for partners involved in IN-SCT programme implementation
- Delivered capacity-building training on PIM/HACT and RBM to government partners as part of the UN's M&E capacity-building strategy
- Supported PF4C initiatives by developing budget briefs, involving child participation in planning processes, and institutionalizing DevInfo and socio-economic indicators
- Assisted BoFED in establishing and managing sub-national statistical databases (e.g., DevInfo) to ensure readily accessible key indicators through web-based applications
- Facilitated the dissemination of evaluation findings and recommendations to the intended audiences
- Supported fieldwork for research titled ‘Generation El-Nino: The Long-term Impact on Children’s Wellbeing.' Collaborated with government counterparts to enhance the capacity of government institutions in promoting and following up on child rights (CRC) obligations
- Managed Programme Coordination Agreements (PCAs) and monitored the programme's progress
- Contributed to the development of contingency emergency response plans for the top five hazards: COVID-19, Cholera, Flooding, Civil unrest, Regional Referendum Election, and security-induced internal displacements
- Facilitated assessments of conflict sensitivity and peacebuilding in SNNPR as part of CPD development
- Organized periodic programme management and review activities with partners and key allies
- Arranged joint field visits with implementing partners and the Bureau of Finance and facilitated various field missions for donors and higher officials
- Prepared and shared quarterly, bi-annual, and annual reports for internal and external allies, maintaining the expected quality
- Conducted and assisted in various Risk Assurance Activities (RAA) and their planning, such as Programmatic Checks, Spot Checks, and Audits
- Ensured timely and efficient utilization of funds at the field office level through improved programme and financial management
- Served as OIC CFO for field office for more than 5 months in 2019.
- Improved overall project efficiency with the development of user-friendly databases for tracking progress against key indicators.
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
Population Services International Ethiopia (PSI/E)
12.2013 - 03.2015
- Oversaw data quality, managed data entry and M&E reporting, ensuring accurate information flow to the Head Office
- Led the capacity building on data collection, and analysis in addition to the dissemination of PSI/Ethiopia M&E protocols to the regional level, encompassing manuals, electronic data capture tools like DHIS 2, and documentation practices.
Learning, Design and Measurement Head
CARE International in Ethiopia
04.2012 - 12.2013
- Led the collection, compilation, consolidation, and analysis of data to monitor program/project activities, assess progress, and measure impact
- Conducted developmental research, fostered reflective practice, and extracted insights from projects/programs, contributing to both short and long-term Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) plans for the office
- Led the establishment of an enhanced data management system at the project office level and coordinated the timely evaluation of project objectives and impact
- Overseeing all Learning, Design, and Measurement endeavors, I collaborated closely with project managers, Program Quality Ambassadors, and relevant staff to ensure high project/program quality and fostered a culture of M&E learning among field staff.
Monitoring and Evaluation Office
Save the Children USA
06.2010 - 04.2012
- Responsible for steering the comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) strategy and overseeing its execution across the project and partner organizations
- Maintained close collaboration with various stakeholders, including M&E staff from the project core team, partner entities, steering committee members, primary stakeholders, the Regional Project Coordinator, external consultants, field staff, and external M&E missions
- Established and operationalized the M&E system, engaging key stakeholders and designing a unified M&E framework
- Facilitated the development of stakeholders’ M&E competencies and encouraged their active participation in M&E undertakings
- Ensured timely and pertinent information dissemination to stakeholders.
Lead Community Facilitator (LCF)
CARE International Ethiopia
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Provided comprehensive guidance, leadership, coordination, coaching, and oversight to the community facilitators within my purview.
- Led planning and development, implementation, and monitoring/evaluation of projects in my designated areas, aligning with government guidelines and project plans to effectively and efficiently contribute to the attainment of project objectives and goals.
- Upheld CARE's programming principles, prioritizing the resolution of root causes of chronic poverty and food insecurity.
- Fostered a productive and constructive learning environment among teams, facilitating cohesive communication within and across groups.
- Maintained proactive and effective collaboration with governmental sectors at the Zonal level, ensuring seamless project alignment and support.
Monitoring and Information Officer
CARE International Ethiopia
12.2007 - 08.2009
- Constantly monitored the management Information System (MIS) and tools for measuring and documenting achievements
- Evaluated activities to capture and share best lessons between and among project stakeholders and beneficiaries.
- Initiated activities for documentation of best practices.
- Developed systems for information flow, utilization and feedback within the project.
- Supported and mentored staff and partners in data gathering, analysis and sharing
- Organized training for staff and project evaluation activities.
- Developed significant case studies from time to time.
Junior Statistician
Oromia Water Works Design and Supervision Enterprises
12.2006 - 12.2007
- Planning of field mission,
- Fieldwork facilitation for socio-economic data collection,
- Project implementation,
- Report production,
- Networking & communication
Education
Master of Art (MA) in Rural Development -
IGNOU
Addis Ababa04.2013
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Statistics -
Addis Ababa University
Addis Ababa08.2006
Skills
Data Collection and Analysis
Statistica and analytics
Humanitarian Performance Monitoring (HPM)
Real-time monitoring and visualization
Third-party monitoring
Implementing partnership management
RRBM
Reporting
Time management
Timeline
Planning and Monitoring Specialist
UNICEF Jordan Country Office
02.2023 - Current
Monitoring Specialist
UNICEF Ethiopia Country Office
07.2021 - 01.2023
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
UNICEF Ethiopia
03.2015 - 06.2021
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
Population Services International Ethiopia (PSI/E)
12.2013 - 03.2015
Learning, Design and Measurement Head
CARE International in Ethiopia
04.2012 - 12.2013
Monitoring and Evaluation Office
Save the Children USA
06.2010 - 04.2012
Lead Community Facilitator (LCF)
CARE International Ethiopia
08.2009 - 06.2010
Monitoring and Information Officer
CARE International Ethiopia
12.2007 - 08.2009
Junior Statistician
Oromia Water Works Design and Supervision Enterprises
12.2006 - 12.2007
Master of Art (MA) in Rural Development -
IGNOU
Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Statistics -
Addis Ababa University
References
- Will be provided upon request.
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