DICKSON CHRISTOPHER SOMANGA
MAIDUGURI
Summary
Results-oriented professional with over 3 years of experience in Data Entry, IT Support, monitoring, and evaluation in the NGO sector. Proven track record in implementing robust MEAL frameworks to assess program effectiveness, measure impact, and drive data-driven decision-making. Skilled computer scientist adept at developing assessments, indicators, and data analysis to track project objectives. Proficient in utilizing various MEAL techniques, tools, and software to ensure organizational accountability, transparency, and learning. Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective stakeholder collaboration and clear presentation of complex findings. Detail-oriented with exceptional project management capabilities, able to efficiently handle multiple tasks in fast-paced environments. Known for proactive problem-solving to optimize processes and support team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Learning Through Skills Acquisition Initiative (LETSAI), Borno State
01.2025 - Current
- Collaborate with the project team to develop a comprehensive MEAL plan and framework.
- Provide inputs on MEAL indicators, data collection methods, and tools during the project planning phase
- Coordinate data collection activities, including surveys, interviews, focus group discussions, and observations.
- Ensure the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of data collected from various sources.
- Analyze collected data using statistical software and qualitative analysis techniques.
- Identify trends, patterns, and gaps in the data to inform decision-making and program improvements.
- Prepare regular progress reports, including quarterly, semi-annual, and annual reports.
- Ensure that reports accurately reflect project activities, achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.
- Maintain a systematic and organized database of project data, including baseline and endline data.
- Prepare and disseminate data visualization products, such as charts, graphs, and infographics, to facilitate understanding and communication of project outcomes.
- Develop monitoring tools, checklists, and templates to track project activities and outputs.
- Conduct regular monitoring visits to project sites to observe and document project implementation.
- Provide feedback and recommendations to project staff based on monitoring findings.
- Identify potential risks, challenges, and bottlenecks in project implementation and propose corrective actions
- Collaborate with project stakeholders, including Women's Development Committees (WDCs), Disabled People's Organizations (DPOs), and self-help groups, to ensure their involvement in MEAL processes.
- Coordinate quarterly review meetings with community champions and self-help group facilitators to assess progress and identify areas for improvement.
- Implement quality assurance mechanisms to verify data accuracy and reliability.
- Identify capacity-building needs related to MEAL and provide training and support to project staff and stakeholders
- Organization social media platforms maintenance and coordination, including uploads of activity and other engagement details on thrice weekly basis.
Field Monitor (WFP Monitoring and Accountability Project)
ActionAid Nigeria, Yobe State
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Oversee the distribution of food and non-food items to beneficiaries, ensuring transparency and adherence to WFP guidelines, and prepare detailed reports on field activities and distribution outcomes.
- Collect quantitative and qualitative data from the field, including beneficiary feedback, to assess program effectiveness and impact, and analyze data to inform decision-making and improve program delivery.
- Liaise with community leaders, local authorities, and other stakeholders to facilitate program implementation and resolve issues, while conducting awareness sessions to inform beneficiaries about WFP initiatives and their entitlements.
- Ensure compliance with WFP policies, procedures, and standards during program activities, and monitor the use of distributed resources to minimize losses or mismanagement.
- Conduct field assessments to identify vulnerable populations and areas in need of assistance, collaborating with teams to prioritize interventions based on findings.
- Train and support local partners and volunteers involved in the distribution and monitoring process to ensure efficient program delivery.
- Address challenges or disputes arising during distribution or monitoring activities and escalate unresolved issues to supervisors.
Program Assistant (WFP TPM Project)
Jireh Doo Foundation, Yobe State
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Coordinated and monitored the implementation of the assistance programme at the suboffice /field level, in close collaboration with the cooperating partners;
- Monitored and reviewed the distribution and redemption of cash and vouchers, and verify that the related data management and reporting is accurate;
- Supervised the efficient and proper distribution of food items and vouchers at the site and providing feedback.
- Undertook post-distribution monitoring as well as monitoring of shops, as required;
- Assisted in the coordination of regular meetings with local authorities and cooperating partners on the commodity pipeline, distribution arrangements, food entitlements and other relevant issues;
- Assisted in the implementation of the plan of action, review achievements and constraints and provide feedback accordingly;
- Assisted the Programme Officer and cooperating partners in encouraging women’s access to economic skills development and sensitizing public opinion on gender issues and gender focused activities;
- Reported to the Programme Officer on relevant events regarding food management, distribution and other related issues;
- Carried out and supervised data collection activities.
IT Support Assistant
COOPI - Damaturu, Yobe State
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Provided technical assistance and support to staff members for hardware, software, and network-related issues.
- Ensuring that all IT equipment, including computers, printers, servers, and networking devices, are properly maintained and in good working condition. This may involve performing regular maintenance tasks such as software updates, system upgrades, and hardware repairs or replacements.
- Managed the organization's computer networks, including LANs, WANs, internet, and intranet systems. This may involve configuring network settings, monitoring network performance, and ensuring network security measures are in place to protect against unauthorized access and data breaches.
- Assisted in Implementing and managing data backup and recovery procedures to safeguard critical organizational data and ensure business continuity in the event of system failures, disasters, or security breaches.
- Assisted in providing training and guidance to staff members on the use of IT systems, software applications, and best practices for data security and privacy. This may include conducting workshops, creating user manuals or documentation, and offering ongoing support and assistance as needed.
- Implementing and enforcing IT security policies and procedures to protect the organization's IT infrastructure, systems, and data from cybersecurity threats such as viruses, malware, phishing attacks, and unauthorized access. This may involve monitoring security logs, conducting security
Data Entry Clerk
Mercy Corps, Yola, Adamawa state
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Actively taking measures to prevent the unauthorized sharing of information and data
- Assisted in the preparation and validation of data for external reporting requirements.
- Assisting in supporting the maintenance of database(s) for the consolidation of all assessment-related and GIS data in country.
- Supported the Data & Evaluation team to collect, clean, and communicate program data by regularly running reports from program databases.
- Coordinated with Data & Evaluation team to collect and manage responses to staff, and partner surveys, as needed.
- Participate in goal setting conversations and workshops for project teams in line with the SCI’s Strategic Planning process.
- Assisted in generating comprehensive reports and visualizations to communicate program outcomes and impact to stakeholders.
- Conducted statistical analyses on specific data sets to identify trends and patterns, contributing to evidence-based decision-making.
- Supported the team in designing and maintaining interactive dashboards, providing real-time insights for program managers.
Education
BTech - Computer Science
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
02.2020
SSCE WAEC/NECO - undefined
Divine International Academy
07.2014
First School Leaving Certificate - undefined
Lushi Primary school
07.2008
Skills
- Accurate data entry
- Microsoft programming (Advanced Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
- Excellent Knowledge of impact assessment methodologies
- Database Management System (DBMS), MySQL, MS-Office, Internet browsing, networking
- Ability to work effectively as an individual and with diverse international teams
- Ability to work in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines, and intense pressure to perform
- Strong understanding of MEAL, policy, and compliance requirements
- Good moderation, facilitation and training skills
- Demonstrated ability to liaise and negotiate with government and social partners
- Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision
- Strong representation and facilitation skills with good stakeholder networking abilities
- Excellent report writing skills with attention to details
- Proven expertise in quantitative and qualitative methodologies, research, reporting, data quality assessments, data analysis and presentation
Certification
- Certificate in Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning for Development Professionals (Kaya, 2023)
- Certificate in Qualitative Data collection (WFP, 2023)
- Certificate in Qualitative Data Analysis (WFP, 2023)
- Certificate_WFP Monitoring Essentials-performance reports that make a difference
- Certificate_WFP Monitoring Essentials-Monitoring in Emergencies
- Certificate_Introduction to qualitative Research
- Certificate_Monitoring Foundations
- Certificate_Monitoring Basics
Timeline
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Learning Through Skills Acquisition Initiative (LETSAI), Borno State
01.2025 - Current
Field Monitor (WFP Monitoring and Accountability Project)
ActionAid Nigeria, Yobe State
09.2024 - 01.2025
Program Assistant (WFP TPM Project)
Jireh Doo Foundation, Yobe State
05.2023 - 06.2024
IT Support Assistant
COOPI - Damaturu, Yobe State
01.2023 - 03.2023
Data Entry Clerk
Mercy Corps, Yola, Adamawa state
10.2020 - 04.2021
SSCE WAEC/NECO - undefined
Divine International Academy
First School Leaving Certificate - undefined
Lushi Primary school
BTech - Computer Science
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
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