Project Management and Monitoring & Evaluation Expert
Rachael Ndunne is a highly experienced Project Management and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) professional with over a decade of expertise spanning development, humanitarian, non-governmental, public, and private sectors.
With a diverse background and a focus on Data Management and Analysis, Financial Management, Gender Mainstreaming, and Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL), Rachael brings invaluable skills and insights to our organization's mission in the agriculture and agribusiness sector.
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Professional Background:
Rachael's career has been characterized by a commitment to excellence in project management and M&E across various thematic areas, including Market Systems, Horticulture, Food Security and Livelihoods, Health and Nutrition, WaSH, Education, and Climate Smart Agriculture. Her extensive experience has equipped her with the ability to develop participatory approaches and tools for community engagement, ensuring the meaningful involvement of stakeholders in project design and implementation.
Throughout her career, Rachael has provided guidance and technical support to teams and implementing partners, effectively preparing and presenting project reports, and delivering training sessions. Her roles have also involved overseeing M&E systems and plans, conducting project surveys, evaluations, and assessments, and facilitating the implementation of Measurement and Results Management (MRM) frameworks and donor reporting.
Key Skills and Expertise:
• Project Management and Coordination
• Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL)
• Data Management and Analysis
• Financial Management
• Gender Mainstreaming and Protection
• Community Engagement and Capacity Building
• Strategic Management
• Adaptive Management
• Collaboration, Learning, and Adaptation (CLA)
• Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Building
Achievements and Contributions:
Rachael is known for her dynamic and self-starting nature, excelling in motivating teams to achieve project goals and strengthening the capacity of NGOs, local companies, farmer groups, and CSOs through innovative strategies and quality initiatives. She has a proven track record of winning community support, building relationships, and coordinating CLA activities, effectively utilizing feedback from beneficiaries, partners, and stakeholders to inform project strategies and improve implementation.
Rachael's proficiency in data analysis and her ability to generate project technical reports have been instrumental in translating lessons learned into informed strategies for future implementation. Her dedication to excellence and her commitment to driving positive change make her a valuable asset to our organization's efforts in promoting sustainable agriculture and agribusiness development.
Vision for Our Organization:
As a seasoned Project Management and M&E expert, Rachael is committed to leveraging her expertise to support our organization's mission of empowering MSMEs and fostering sustainable growth in the agriculture and agribusiness sector. Through strategic project management, robust M&E systems, and collaborative learning approaches, she aims to drive impactful change and contribute to the development of vibrant and resilient agricultural communities.