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Olusola O. — Senior Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Specialist from Nigeria

Olusola O.

Senior Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Specialist

Nigeria 6+ years
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Olusola O. is a seasoned Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Specialist with over eight years of experience in supporting public health programs and health systems strengthening. Based in Lagos, Nigeria, he specializes in RMNCAH+N analytics, evidence-to-policy translation, and research coordination within government and donor-funded contexts. At the Lagos State Ministry of Health, he serves as a Monitoring & Evaluation Officer, where he analyzes RMNCAH+N data, develops program reports, and advocates for state accountability actions. He is proficient in digital data collection tools such as ODK, iForm, and ArcGIS Survey123, and plays a pivotal role in supervising data collection teams. Previously, Olusola worked with the Directorate of Occupational Health & Safety and Catholic Relief Services on impactful health projects, harnessing his skills in quantitative and qualitative research, program reporting, and stakeholder engagement. His academic background includes an MSc in Public Health from the University of Sunderland and a BSc in Biochemistry from Babcock University. As a professional fluent in English and Yoruba, Olusola is committed to advancing public health initiatives.

Experience

  • Monitoring & Evaluation Officer

    Lagos State Ministry of Health – Directorate of Family Health & Nutrition · 2021 — Present
    Analyzed RMNCAH+N data to support program implementation and performance monitoring. Generated evidence for accountability and advocacy efforts. Created program reports, briefs, and presentations. Assisted with annual operational plans, budgets, workplans, and proposals. Provided technical and field leadership for research and surveys. Oversaw data collection teams, ensuring data quality using ODK, iForm, ArcGIS Survey123, and RedRose.
  • Public Health Officer

    Lagos State Ministry of Health – Directorate of Occupational Health & Safety · 2018 — 2021
    Conducted inspections in workplaces and investigated occupational health complaints. Analyzed field data and supported initiatives focused on worker safety and welfare.
  • Survey Assistant / Team Lead

    Catholic Relief Services – CRS-SMILE Project · 2016 — 2018
    Supervised data collection for OVC and managed entry into NOMIS. Led assessments and follow-ups for cash transfers utilizing ArcGIS Survey123. Conducted HIV risk assessments and followed up on beneficiaries.

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Education

  • MSc Public Health
    University of Sunderland
  • BSc Biochemistry
    Babcock University

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