Rachel NELIMA Kusimba

3 years experience in MEAL and Statistical Analysis and Research 

Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, Nairobi

Intern Statistician                                                                                                           February 2024 – Present

• Conducted statistical analysis on datasets of over 5,000 entries to produce actionable insights for national reports.
• Designed and tested 10+ survey tools, improving the accuracy of data collection by 20%.
• Collaborated on the development of statistical models to support data-driven policymaking, leading to the optimization of key processes in data analysis.
• Prepared reports on the implementation of Performance Contract Targets and progress of project activities
• Assisted in the overall framework, for program M&E, quarterly review, impact assessment, final evaluation with relevant data collection systems.
• Developed a Monitoring and Evaluation logical framework for TARDA which increased the project effectiveness by 10%

Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority, Nairobi

Monitoring and Evaluation Officer                                                                          March 2018 – March 2021

• Led the tracking of program costed work plans, achieving a 95% adherence rate to quarterly targets.
• Developed and implemented 15+ M&E tools, resulting in a 30% improvement in data collection efficiency.
• Produced 20+ comprehensive performance reports annually, enabling informed decision-making at the management level.
• Spearheaded the creation of logical frameworks to standardize project evaluation, contributing to a 25% improvement in reporting accuracy.

TRU Consulting, Nairobi

Sales Representative                                                                                              October 2017 – January 2018

• Exceeded sales targets by 20%, enrolling over 50 customers monthly into the M-TIBA health savings platform.
• Conducted awareness campaigns that increased enrollment by 10% in 3 months, leveraging data-driven insights to improve outreach strategies.
• Conducted self-initiated product campaigns to ensure product information became easily accessed by potential customers. This led to 5% increase in the retention rate.

Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority, Nairobi

Monitoring and Evaluation Attaché                                                                                 April 2017 – July 2017

• Assisted in preparing and updating performance management plans and verifying project reports.

Contributed to resource mobilization efforts through strategic partnerships and accurate reporting

Strathmore University                                                                                                                     2023 – 2025
Master of Science in Development Finance.

University of Nairobi                                                                                                                        2015 – 2019
Bachelor of Economics and Statistics (Second Class Honors, Upper Division).