Benard Muchoki

I am an experienced project manager and M&E specialist with over 15 years of experience. I am passionate about impactfully using my skills in project management, monitoring and evaluation, and health informatics. I have extensive experience working with county and national governments in Kenya. Some of my special skills include strategic planning, results-based management, data analysis, capacity building, and report writing. I am also proficient with various data analysis programs and mobile data collection platforms.

I have over 15 years of experience in project management, monitoring and evaluation, and health informatics. Some of your most recent roles include:

• Project Director for CIMEIS Project (2018 - present) - Leading implementation of an integrated M&E system for counties in Kenya
• Project Manager for KE-HMIS Project (2016 - 2018) - Managed rollout of electronic medical records system in 24 counties
• M&E Manager for KE-HMIS Project (2013 - 2016) - Developed M&E frameworks and oversaw project monitoring
• Program Coordinator for UoN-IEARDA Program (2012 - 2013) - Coordinated capacity building activities and supported grant proposals

Other notable experience includes serving as a Monitoring & Evaluations Trainer for the UoN HIV Fellowship Program, M&E Officer for an HIV/AIDS ARVs project, and various short-term consultancies related to surveys, evaluations, and data analysis/management.

I have worked extensively with the Ministry of Health, county governments, universities, and NGOs in Kenya. My skills cover the full project and program cycle including planning, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting.

I hold a Master's degree in Information Systems from the Institute of Technology in Australia, which I completed between 2005-2007. This program equipped me with valuable technical skills and knowledge to take on technology-focused roles.

I also have a Bachelor's degree in Information Sciences with an IT major from Moi University in Kenya, which I pursued between 1990-1995. This provided me a robust foundation in information technology and sciences.

Additionally, I completed a Diploma in Project Management from the Kenya Institute of Management between 2007-2008. This formal training in project management methodologies, tools and techniques has been indispensable in my work.

Through the years, I have also undertaken many shorter professional courses and training to build specialized expertise aligned to my focus areas. Notably, I did the UoN HIV Fellowship in Health Informatics from 2010-2012. I also hold a Certificate in Data Handling, Biostatistics and Use of STATA from the University of Nairobi obtained in 2007.

In summary, my education equips me with a powerful blend of technical capabilities and specialized domain knowledge in health informatics, data analysis and project management. This strong base supports my 15+ years of professional experience in monitoring, evaluation and technology projects.