I’m Priscilla Nyambura Maina, a language and data quality professional based in Nairobi, Kenya, with 10+ years of experience supporting research and high-volume digital data workflows. I evaluate English–Swahili (Kenya) language data for accuracy, meaning, fluency, and acceptability using structured guidelines and error tagging, and I’m known for being detail-oriented and consistent under quality-control requirements. Alongside language data evaluation, I’ve worked extensively as a field enumerator, research assistant, and data clerk across major projects in Nairobi, including household surveys, FGDs, and IDIs. I’ve also supported participant engagement and ethical research practices, managed data using tools like ODK, REDCap, SurveyCTO, and CAPI, and supervised field teams—always focused on producing clean, reliable data for analysis and decision-making.…

Priscilla Nyambura Maina

I’m Priscilla Nyambura Maina, a language and data quality professional based in Nairobi, Kenya, with 10+ years of experience supporting research and high-volume digital data workflows. I evaluate English–Swahili (Kenya) language data for accuracy, meaning, fluency, and acceptability using structured guidelines and error tagging, and I’m known for being detail-oriented and consistent under quality-control requirements. Alongside language data evaluation, I’ve worked extensively as a field enumerator, research assistant, and data clerk across major projects in Nairobi, including household surveys, FGDs, and IDIs. I’ve also supported participant engagement and ethical research practices, managed data using tools like ODK, REDCap, SurveyCTO, and CAPI, and supervised field teams—always focused on producing clean, reliable data for analysis and decision-making.…

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I’m Priscilla Nyambura Maina, a language and data quality professional based in Nairobi, Kenya, with 10+ years of experience supporting research and high-volume digital data workflows. I evaluate English–Swahili (Kenya) language data for accuracy, meaning, fluency, and acceptability using structured guidelines and error tagging, and I’m known for being detail-oriented and consistent under quality-control requirements.

Alongside language data evaluation, I’ve worked extensively as a field enumerator, research assistant, and data clerk across major projects in Nairobi, including household surveys, FGDs, and IDIs. I’ve also supported participant engagement and ethical research practices, managed data using tools like ODK, REDCap, SurveyCTO, and CAPI, and supervised field teams—always focused on producing clean, reliable data for analysis and decision-making.

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Language

Swahili
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Language & AI Data Evaluator at Centific / OneForma
January 1, 2026 - Present
Evaluate English–Swahili (Kenya) language data for accuracy, meaning, fluency, and overall acceptability based on structured evaluation guidelines. Score high-volume translation segments consistently, apply the correct quality/error tags, and flag source-text issues when needed. Work independently on web-based evaluation platforms while meeting project instructions and quality-control requirements.
Field Enumerator / Research Assistant / Data Clerk at APHRC, KEMRI-Wellcome Trust, Aga Khan University, Concern Worldwide (Kenya)
January 1, 2013 - March 1, 2026
Conducted household surveys, FGDs, and IDIs across Nairobi (including Korogocho and Viwandani). Collected and managed data using ODK, REDCap, SurveyCTO, and CAPI, performing reviews for completeness, accuracy, and consistency before submission. Administered Early Childhood Development (IDELA) assessments and anthropometric measurements; supported participant tracing, household listing, GPS mapping, and field verification. Led and supervised field teams, ensuring protocol adherence and coordinating logistics. Validated datasets by removing duplicates and organizing records for analysis while maintaining confidentiality and research ethics.
Field Enumerator / Research Assistant / Data Clerk at Research projects for APHRC, KEMRI-Wellcome Trust, Aga Khan University and Concern Worldwide
January 1, 2013 - March 1, 2026
Conducted household surveys, focus group discussions (FGDs), and in-depth interviews (IDIs) with fieldwork in areas including Korogocho and Viwandani (Nairobi). Collected and managed data using ODK, REDCap, SurveyCTO, and CAPI; reviewed records for completeness, accuracy, and consistency before submission. Administered Early Childhood Development (IDELA) assessments and anthropometric measurements; supported participant tracing, household listing, GPS mapping, and field verification. Led and supervised field teams, ensuring adherence to research protocols and coordinating logistics; also led dataset validation tasks such as removing duplicates and organizing records for analysis, while supporting informed consent/assent and maintaining confidentiality and research ethics.
Receptionist at HTC Laboratory, Hope Worldwide Kenya
September 1, 2009 - October 31, 2009
Registered clients and maintained confidential HIV Testing and Counseling records. Prepared periodic Excel reports to support laboratory and program reporting.
Enumerator at Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Collected household and demographic data for the National Census. Followed up on non-responsive households to improve coverage and ensured accurate record submission.
Enumerator at National Census, Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Collected household and demographic data, followed up non-responsive households, and submitted accurate records for census reporting.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (coursework on hold) at Mount Kenya University
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2026
Diploma in Analytical Chemistry at Technical University of Kenya
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2026
Certificate in ICT at Hope Worldwide Kenya
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2026
Bachelor of Arts (coursework on hold) at Mount Kenya University
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2026
Diploma at Technical University of Kenya
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2026
Certificate at Hope Worldwide Kenya
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2026

Qualifications

ISAAC Acceptability Guidelines and English–Swahili / Swahili–English Translation Evaluation
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2026
Virtual Assistant Program (ALX Africa)
January 1, 2025 - October 16, 2026
World Bank: Behavioral Science in Public Policy (G eographic Considerations in Women's Employment)
January 1, 2025 - October 16, 2026
Monitoring & Evaluation Fundamentals (Philanthropy University)
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2026
ISAAC Acceptability Guidelines and English–Swahili / Swahili–English Translation Evaluation
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2026
Virtual Assistant Program
January 1, 2025 - October 16, 2026
World Bank: Behavioral Science in Public Policy; Geographic Considerations in Women's Employment
January 1, 2025 - October 16, 2026
Monitoring & Evaluation Fundamentals
January 11, 2030 - October 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Non-Profit Organization, Government, Healthcare, Education, Professional Services