Dinah A.
Mid-Level Data Analyst
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Dinah A., a dedicated Data Analyst and M&E Specialist, leverages over five years of experience to deliver impactful data insights across health and development sectors in Kenya and East Africa. With proficiency in Power BI, Excel, and data collection tools such as Kobo Collect and the eCHIS system, Dinah has enabled international organizations like CHAI and PMI Evolve to drive evidence-based decision-making. Her multilingual abilities in English, Swahili, and Luo enhance her role as a Research & Translation Professional, where she excels in qualitative transcription and translation for cross-cultural research. As a Monitoring & Evaluation Assistant at the Clinton Health Access Initiative, she led data validation and performance reporting for malaria campaigns, collaborating with health teams to enhance data integrity. Dinah also brings freelance consultancy expertise in data analysis, transcription, and translation, continually contributing to NGOs, research, and academic institutions.
Experience
Site Data Clerk
PMI Evolve Project (USAID-funded) · 2025 — 2025Managed data entry and quality control for malaria program data at designated health facilities as part of a USAID-funded initiative. Verified the accuracy of field data prior to database upload, adhering to Ministry of Health and project data standards. Ensured timely submission of daily and weekly M&E reports, assisting in program accountability and compliance.Data Entry Clerk
Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) · 2024 — 2024Executed accurate data entry from field forms into centralized databases while conducting quality and completeness checks. Generated summary reports from entered datasets, identifying and correcting errors to maintain high data integrity. Handled sensitive personal health information following organizational privacy and ethics regulations.Research Assistant
Non-Communicable Diseases Alliance Kenya (NCDAK) · 2024 — 2024Collected data using Kobo Collect while conducting qualitative interviews and maintaining participant confidentiality records. Translated and transcribed interview audio from Luo and Swahili to English for research analysis.Research Assistant
Health Strat · 2023 — 2023Recruited participants and conducted qualitative interviews for various health research projects, summarizing and translating findings. Transcribed audio files and uploaded them securely to shared research drives.Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Assistant
Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) – SMC Project · 2022 — 2022Led data collection, entry, and validation for Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (SMC) campaign activities across multiple sub-counties. Monitored Community Health Promoters (CHPs) coverage and performance metrics through the eCHIS system, allowing for real-time program tracking. Conducted systematic data quality checks to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of SMC indicator reporting. Produced performance reports on a weekly and end-of-cycle basis for senior program management to inform evidence-based decisions. Collaborated with county and sub-county health teams to identify and resolve data discrepancies for improved data integrity.Co-Principal Investigator
Impact Research Development Organization · 2021 — 2022Co-led investigative research activities, focusing on data analysis, fraud detection, and evidence documentation. Produced investigation reports according to organizational and regulatory guidelines while maintaining electronic case files.Data Entry Clerk – Team Lead
Vectorlink · 2021 — 2021Supervised data entry clerks, assigning tasks and enforcing data quality standards while submitting weekly progress reports. Conducted data cleaning and database reconciliation to address discrepancies and ensure reliable records.Freelance Data Analyst, Transcriber & Translator
Independent Consultant · 2020 — PresentProvided data cleaning, analysis, and reporting services for NGOs, research institutions, and academic organizations. Produced high-quality verbatim transcripts and translations (Swahili, Luo, English) for health and social science research studies. Translated research instruments, interview guides, and consent documents, ensuring cultural and contextual nuance preservation.M&E Data Collector – Health Financing (AHDP)
Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) · 2020 — 2020Supported project monitoring through the collection of program performance data and performed DQA and RDQA assessments. Worked collaboratively with national and county teams under supervision to ensure consistent, high-quality data collection.Palliative Care Assistant
CIFAC · 2018 — 2020Delivered holistic patient care by maintaining up-to-date health records, tracking medication, and providing patient education. Assisted individuals with learning and physical disabilities through structured life skills programs and community activities.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Diploma in Information TechnologyKCA University · 2009 — Present
- BA in Child & Family Mental Health (In Progress)University of Warwick
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