I am a results-driven Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) professional with strong organizational, analytical, and leadership skills. I have hands-on experience in research, data collection, and project evaluation, underpinned by a Bachelor of Education Science with IT from Maseno University and an ongoing Master of Education in Monitoring & Evaluation at Mount Kenya University. I led a USAID-funded customer identification survey, managing a team, ensuring data accuracy, and contributing to project success. I am passionate about impact assessment and data-driven decision-making, and I enjoy turning complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders. As a business owner and team leader, I have honed skills in proposal writing, data analysis, and stakeholder communication, balancing operations with growth and customer service. I look forward to applying my skills in research, evaluation, and development-oriented organizations.

Kelvin Onsongo

I am a results-driven Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) professional with strong organizational, analytical, and leadership skills. I have hands-on experience in research, data collection, and project evaluation, underpinned by a Bachelor of Education Science with IT from Maseno University and an ongoing Master of Education in Monitoring & Evaluation at Mount Kenya University. I led a USAID-funded customer identification survey, managing a team, ensuring data accuracy, and contributing to project success. I am passionate about impact assessment and data-driven decision-making, and I enjoy turning complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders. As a business owner and team leader, I have honed skills in proposal writing, data analysis, and stakeholder communication, balancing operations with growth and customer service. I look forward to applying my skills in research, evaluation, and development-oriented organizations.

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I am a results-driven Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) professional with strong organizational, analytical, and leadership skills. I have hands-on experience in research, data collection, and project evaluation, underpinned by a Bachelor of Education Science with IT from Maseno University and an ongoing Master of Education in Monitoring & Evaluation at Mount Kenya University. I led a USAID-funded customer identification survey, managing a team, ensuring data accuracy, and contributing to project success.

I am passionate about impact assessment and data-driven decision-making, and I enjoy turning complex data into actionable insights for stakeholders. As a business owner and team leader, I have honed skills in proposal writing, data analysis, and stakeholder communication, balancing operations with growth and customer service. I look forward to applying my skills in research, evaluation, and development-oriented organizations.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Supervisor – Customer Identification Survey at Gusii Water and Sanitation Company (USAID Project)
August 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Led a team of 10 surveyors to complete a USAID-funded customer identification survey within 3 weeks. Ensured 100% compliance with data collection guidelines, improving survey accuracy and completeness. Conducted field training on data collection methods, increasing efficiency by 50%. Acted as the liaison between survey teams and management, resolving operational challenges in real time. Analyzed and validated collected data, producing reports used for decision-making by stakeholders.
Business Manager at Big Kev phone accessories and perfumes
March 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024
Founded and managed a retail business specializing in perfumes and clothing, overseeing operations, inventory, and customer service. Developed data-driven marketing strategies, increasing sales by 75% over two years. Built a strong customer base by maintaining high product quality and excellent service. Negotiated supplier contracts, ensuring cost-effective stock acquisition and sustained profitability.
Business Manager – Big Kev phone accessories and perfumes at Kisii, Kenya
March 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024
Founded and managed a retail business specializing in perfumes and clothing, overseeing operations, inventory, and customer service. Developed data-driven marketing strategies, increasing sales by 75% over two years. Built a strong customer base by maintaining high product quality and excellent service. Negotiated supplier contracts, ensuring cost-effective stock acquisition and sustained profitability.

Education

Master of Education – Monitoring & Evaluation at Mount Kenya University
September 1, 2022 - January 16, 2026
Bachelor of Education Science with IT at Maseno University
August 1, 2015 - April 30, 2019
KCSE at Marindi Secondary School
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2014
Master of Education – Monitoring & Evaluation (Ongoing) at Mount Kenya University
September 1, 2022 - February 3, 2026
Bachelor of Education Science with IT at Maseno University
August 1, 2015 - April 1, 2019

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Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Retail, Media & Entertainment