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Ndaken Douglas Dangana

Ndaken Douglas Dangana

Bauchi,Bauchi State

Summary

Highly skilled professional with extensive experience in data collection, survey administration, monitoring, and evaluation across diverse projects in the fields of education, health, and poverty reduction. Collaborated with renowned organizations including UNICEF, World Health Organization, and Innovation for Poverty Actions (IPA). Demonstrated ability to navigate challenging situations, foster effective teamwork, and deliver exceptional outcomes. Seeking to leverage expertise in supporting the global initiatives of a prestigious organization like yours.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Supervisor

UNICEF
12.2023
  • Distributes OOSC survey materials to enumerators
  • Visit all the catchment community to monitor the progress of work and ensure that the average daily work rate per team was achieved
  • Always remind the enumerators of all the quality control measures
  • Determined the precise boundaries of each catchment community
  • Complete and sign the enumerators daily report forms
  • Attend to immediate problem on the field as they arise
  • Ensured quality control of the data collection process
  • Lead the process of data synchronization on daily basis by the enumerators

LQAS SURVEYOR

World Health Organization
06.2021 - Current
  • Conduct up visit to communities to validate and review information collated
  • Conducted comprehensive surveys and assessments to identify high-risk areas for polio and evaluate the effectiveness of immunization programs
  • Randomly select 10 children each from 6 different ward using the table of random numbers for sampling
  • Use ODK Collect as a tool for collection of the data
  • Provide support in Collation of information from the LGA and assign communities/ village
  • Upload data and document information into information gathering tools (ODK or any assign means)
  • Maintain cordial public relations with local stakeholders including government officials, other Data Collectors, Facility staff, and community members through observing meaningful and respectful engagement during fieldwork
  • Collected and analyzed data using LQAS methodology, ensuring accuracy and reliability of findings
  • Collaborated closely with local health authorities, participating in emergency immunization campaigns
  • Prepared detailed reports and presented findings to senior management, facilitating informed decision-making

Enumerator

Innovation for Poverty Actions (IPA)
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Implementation of the household listing exercise and baseline data collection
  • Locating your assigned households and administering the baseline survey objectively in a technically correct and friendly manner
  • Making re-visits to respondents who could not be located during previous visits due to various reasons
  • Provide daily updates on data collection, including any challenges encountered to the Field Supervisor and help identify appropriate solutions
  • Ensuring that the information given is correct by keeping the respondent focused on the questions
  • Ability to use SurveyCto as a data collection tool
  • Behaving professionally when working including dressing in a modest and culturally appropriate manner
  • Support IPA research staff in data quality assurance activities
  • Maintain confidentiality of data as per protocol provided by IPA
  • Submit an activity report after the activities are completed
  • Ensure safe custody of all project equipment and supplies
  • Carry out any other tasks assigned by IPA research staff

Team Lead

Innovation for Poverty Actions (IPA)
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Facilitate community entry and engagement
  • Build relationships with community leaders and stakeholders
  • Conduct advocacy and sensitization activities
  • Use SurveyCto as a data collection tool
  • Document community entry activities and progress
  • Report challenges and finding

Enumerator

Innovation for Poverty Actions (IPA)
01.2024 - 02.2024
  • Always adhere to survey protocol
  • Conduct an in-person survey on sampled respondents and upload collected data to the project server daily
  • Provide daily updates on data collection including any challenges encountered during the survey to IPA research staff
  • Maintain confidentiality of survey data as per protocol provided by IPA
  • Use random sampling technique and crowd survey to randomly select vendor and non-vendor respondents respectively
  • Attend team debriefing meetings
  • Perform other duties as may be required

Independent Contractor/Enumerator

Innovation for Poverty Actions (IPA)
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Update the latest version of the questionnaire
  • Coordinate with the CCWs(community case workers) to locate the respondents at the agreed location
  • Verify respondents using the approved verification sources
  • Obtain informed consent
  • Administer the questionnaire using surveyCTO
  • Organize materials in readiness for fieldwork and ensure safety of all field materials
  • Send daily report on the Whatsapp group
  • Upload data to the server on daily basis
  • Provide feedback during debriefs on data collection activities and survey instrument that will monitor and inform improvements in this project
  • Ensure the confidentiality of data and protect the integrity of respondents
  • Complete the daily target of minimum 4 interviews or more as may be required
  • Perform other duties related to project implementation as required

Independent Monitor/Enumerator

UNICEF
06.2023 - 06.2023
  • Conducted on-the-ground surveys, visiting schools to gather data on enrollment, attendance, and education facilities
  • Ensured accuracy and adherence to project guidelines
  • Assisted in collecting information related to dropout rates, reasons for girls' limited access to education, and challenges faced by schools in providing quality education
  • Collaborated with a diverse team of data collectors to ensure comprehensive coverage and timely completion of fieldwork
  • Analyzed and compiled collected data using statistical software, presenting insights and recommendations to project supervisors
  • Participated in capacity-building workshops to enhance understanding of gender-sensitive data collection techniques and equitable education practices

LQAS SURVEYOR

World Health Organization
05.2023 - 05.2023
  • Liaise closely with LGA personnel to ensure correct selection of starting settlement in accordance with laid down methodology
  • Undertake courtesy call on traditional leaders in all selected settlements
  • Ensure correct selection of households within each settlement
  • Ensure correct selection of eligible child within each selected household
  • Ensure accurate and honest recording of information provided by respondents in the selected household
  • Consult PAPA (program assessment for performance management and Action) supervisor whenever in doubt
  • Ensure accurate data is entered on the ODK platform daily
  • Submit all data collection tools as well as other findings/observations/recommendations to the PAPA supervisor
  • Provide preliminary feedback to LGA authorities
  • Adhere to all data collection protocols during data collection activities

Field Enumerator

UNICEF
06.2021 - 12.2022
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of primary and secondary schools across multiple districts, ensuring adherence to COVID-19 safety protocols set by the World Health Organization
  • Effectively administered surveys, collected data, and compiled accurate and detailed reports regarding school compliance to COVID-19 protocols
  • Collaborated with school administrators, teachers, and staff, providing guidance and support to address any compliance-related issues promptly
  • Utilized strong interpersonal skills to establish rapport and create a comfortable environment for school personnel to share their concerns and challenges regarding COVID-19 protocols
  • Acted as a resource and effectively communicated the importance of complying with the protocols to maintain a safe and healthy learning environment
  • Worked closely with the UNICEF team to analyze data, identify trends, and make recommendations for necessary improvements to enhance compliance across all schools

Independent Monitor

UNICEF
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • Conduct regular site visits to SBMC schools and CBMC communities, assessing the effectiveness of program implementation and identifying areas for improvement
  • Collaborate with project coordinators and local stakeholders to develop monitoring frameworks, ensuring alignment with project goals and indicators
  • Utilize quantitative and qualitative data collection methods; including surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions, to gather valuable insights and measure project outcomes
  • Analyze data and prepare comprehensive reports, highlighting key findings and providing evidence-based recommendations for enhancing project performance
  • Facilitate training sessions and workshops for SBMC and CBMC members, empowering them with knowledge and skills to strengthen community engagement in education
  • Promote gender equality through the G4G initiative, organizing empowerment activities and workshops for adolescent girls, promoting their rights and access to education

Independent Contractor/Enumerator

Innovation for Poverty Actions (IPA)
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Administer surveys to respondents in their households, health facilities, or any location suggested by the respondent using SurveyCTO
  • Schedule interviews with respondents and coordinate with the Community Case Workers (CCW) to track respondents where needed
  • Visit and track survey respondents to administer the survey tools
  • Diligent completion of checklists and other means of monitoring data
  • Assist in organizing materials in readiness for field work and for data processing
  • Also, organizing data collected from the field and ensuring the safety of these materials
  • Provide feedback during debriefs on data collection activities and survey instruments that will monitor and inform improvements in the project
  • Ensure data integrity is always maintained and minimize errors in survey administration
  • Provide daily feedback on enrolment exercises
  • Ensure the confidentiality of data and protect the identity of respondents
  • Safe storage and handling of all IPA equipment issued
  • Other duties related to project implementation and administrative tasks as required

Education

B. tech - Computer Science

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
Bauchi
01.2013 - 04.2018

National Diploma - Computer Science

Federal Polytechnic Bauchi
Bauchi
01.2009 - 04.2012

WASSCE - undefined

Government Day Secondary School
Bayara, Bauchi

First School Leaving Certificate - undefined

Hossana Nursery and Primary School
Bauchi
01.1994 - 04.2000

Skills

Conducting surveys

Personal Information

  • Place of Birth: Bauchi
  • Gender: Male
  • Marital Status: Married

Lga

Bogoro

Timeline

Enumerator

Innovation for Poverty Actions (IPA)
09.2024 - 12.2024

Team Lead

Innovation for Poverty Actions (IPA)
07.2024 - 08.2024

Enumerator

Innovation for Poverty Actions (IPA)
01.2024 - 02.2024

Supervisor

UNICEF
12.2023

Independent Contractor/Enumerator

Innovation for Poverty Actions (IPA)
09.2023 - 11.2023

Independent Monitor/Enumerator

UNICEF
06.2023 - 06.2023

LQAS SURVEYOR

World Health Organization
05.2023 - 05.2023

Independent Contractor/Enumerator

Innovation for Poverty Actions (IPA)
06.2022 - 08.2022

LQAS SURVEYOR

World Health Organization
06.2021 - Current

Field Enumerator

UNICEF
06.2021 - 12.2022

Independent Monitor

UNICEF
11.2020 - 12.2022

B. tech - Computer Science

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
01.2013 - 04.2018

National Diploma - Computer Science

Federal Polytechnic Bauchi
01.2009 - 04.2012

First School Leaving Certificate - undefined

Hossana Nursery and Primary School
01.1994 - 04.2000

WASSCE - undefined

Government Day Secondary School
Ndaken Douglas Dangana