Timothy Makazha
Information Management
East London,Eastern Cape
Summary
Hold a Master’s degree in Information Management, Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health, BSc in Statistics and Mathematics and currently pursuing a postgraduate diploma in Data Science with courses that focuses on data mining, Applied Generalized Linear Modelling, Applied Longitudinal and Geo-spatial Analysis, Machine Learning and Predictive Analytics for Business Sciences, Time Series Forecasting & Econometrics, Applied Binary Classification & Matching.
Have 13 years of experience working in the Public Health field doing research for project planning in addition to organizing and conducting evaluations,data analytics to identify issues, and managing programs. The experience includes coordinating with partners and administrators, monitoring and evaluating projects, providing technical support, and then making suggestions for ways to make improvements. It also includes managing the development and design of all assessments, preparing progress reports, and monitoring and following the progress of proposals and projects.
Have extensive knowledge of quality control, data validations, statistical methods, and IT applications for businesses. Possess excellent verbal and written skills along with analytical and organizational skills and the ability to analyze and interpret large amounts of data. Highly motivated, dedicated, and detailed oriented with the ability to work efficiently with other professionals in the field or independently. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Lead
Maternal, Adolescent & Child Health Institute (MatCH)
East London
03.2020 - Current
- Performed ad-hoc data analysis to extract core HIV/TB data insights
- Oversaw designing and delivery of more that 60 project reports and insights that analyze business functions, key operations and performance metrics
- Oversaw designing and design need base modification of software, tools, process, and methodologies to operate a comprehensive and effective MIS, GIS and M&E System consisting of quantitative, qualitative, and participatory tools and techniques
- Ensured that appropriate tools are in place for routine, process and outcome monitoring system applying quantitative, qualitative, and participatory approaches
- Supported designing of data systems to ensure data analytics takes place efficiently in scalable, and reproducible ways
- Organized and drove successful completion of data insight initiatives through effective collaboration with stakeholders
- Examining, interpreting and reporting results of analytical initiatives to stakeholders in leadership
- Communicated results and business impacts of insight initiatives to stakeholders
- Participated in designing and implementation of studies, assessments, research studies and learning in coordination and cooperation with program staff
- Ensured that Data Quality Assessment (DQA) is built as integral part of program reporting and that DQA process which was implemented was sufficiently rigorous
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and in fast-paced environment.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions
Strategic Information Advisor
Strategic Evaluation, Advisory and Development Consultancy (SEAD)
East London
10.2018 - 02.2020
- Designed and established project monitoring and evaluation system, including defining project indicators and sources of data and developing project performance monitoring plan
- Provided strategic information analysis and facilitation to support Department of Health District Implementation Planning and other strategic needs
- Developed and managed distribution of Strategic Information products on Tableau Server
- Developed and regularly updated data reports and dashboards for distribution to South African Department of Health and Consortium partners
- Met data access and analysis needs of South African Department of Health Consortium partners and build capacity of members of Consortium partners to use data in HIV/TB programme management and improvement
- Supported Senior Strategic Information Advisor to initiate and manage programme evaluation processes within Consortium partners and supported South African Department of Health in this area
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Advisor
Africare South Africa
East London
05.2010 - 09.2018
- Conceptualized and developed plans, tools, frameworks, templates and models for institutional performance monitoring, evaluation, reflection, and reporting
- Maintained awareness of relevant HIV health sector developments to gather intelligence, insights and examples of best practices
- Led all regular and ad-hoc monitoring and evaluation tasks to identify strengths and weaknesses and trends in performance
- Identified strategic institutional performance barriers, challenges, gaps, and enablers and making recommendations on strategic initiatives to enhance institutional performance
- Reported gaps to management in relation to non-achievement of organizational performance targets and coordinate strategic discussions for action plans to close performance gaps.
- Extracted monitoring and evaluation data and qualitatively and quantitatively analyzed this data in preparation for performance review and reports as required and inform learning for annual operational-level planning processes and strategic planning processes
- Supported development and implementation of data use plans, especially in use of Monitoring and Evaluation data for quality improvement in health service delivery
Led development of Monitoring and Evaluation-related training curricula, other tools, and materials for technical events such as assessments, workshops, and training
Participated in District and Provincial Department of Health formulation of Annual Performance Plans, District Health Plans and Expenditure reviews
Participated in relevant technical fora, including thematic technical working groups and task forces organized by government arms and other implementing partners - Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Data Science
University of KwaZulu Natal
Durban, South Africa 01.2022 - Current
Master of Science - Information Management
University of Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa 01.2016 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa 01.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics & Statistics
University of Zimbabwe
Harare, Zimbabwe 08.2002 - 08.2005
Skills
Statistical analysis and modelling, Statistical programming using SAS, R and Python, Machine Learning Prediction, both regression and classification,Dashboard development
undefinedAffiliations
Institute of Information Technology Professionals of South Africa
Public Health Association of South Africa
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Quote
Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Postgraduate Diploma - Data Science
University of KwaZulu Natal
01.2022 - Current
Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Lead
Maternal, Adolescent & Child Health Institute (MatCH)
03.2020 - Current
Strategic Information Advisor
Strategic Evaluation, Advisory and Development Consultancy (SEAD)
10.2018 - 02.2020
Master of Science - Information Management
University of Western Cape
01.2016 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
University of Western Cape
01.2013 - 12.2013
Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Advisor
Africare South Africa
05.2010 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics & Statistics
University of Zimbabwe
08.2002 - 08.2005
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