Gerald Chirambo

District Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

About Candidate

Gerald is skilled M&E in Biomedical HIV Services, results-oriented, highly organized, diligent Public Health Officer with 3+ years’ experience in implementing various preventive health interventions in the areas of Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), HIV/AIDS management, Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR), Occupational Health and safety and Nutrition at district level. Seasoned trainer in public health programmes (EPI, WASH, and IDSR) with a thorough knowledge of active search disease surveillance using the open data kit (ODK). Gerald excels in data analysis, program evaluation, and impact assessment. With a strong background in both quantitative and qualitative research methods, Gerald has a proven track record of delivering actionable insights and strategic recommendations that drive program improvement and success. Passionate about enhancing project outcomes and promoting sustainable development. A dedicated worker with ability to manage multiple tasks in executing complex projects to meet organizational goals and problem solving skills.

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Education

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Bachelor of Science in Public Health 2023
University of Livingstonia

I studied a Bachelor of Science Degree in Public Health from the University of Livingstonia and it was obtained in the year of 2023.

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Malawi School Certificate of Education 2018
Mulunguzi C.D.S.S

Work & Experience

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District Monitoring and Evaluation Officer May 2026
Right to Care Malawi

Key Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Monitoring and Data Management  Support the implementation of project monitoring and evaluation frameworks in line with donor and organizational requirements.  Ensure accurate and timely collection, verification, and entry of program data from supported facilities and community activities.  Maintain program databases and ensure data quality through regular data validation and verification exercises.  Monitor program indicators and track progress toward targets. 2. Data Analysis and Reporting  Analyze routine program data to generate insights that inform program planning and performance improvement.  Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for internal management and donors.  Develop data summaries, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders. 3. Data Quality Assurance  Conduct regular data quality assessments (DQAs) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of reported data.  Provide feedback to health facilities and program teams on data quality issues and support corrective actions.  Ensure compliance with national health information systems and reporting standards. 4. Capacity Building  Train and mentor program staff and health facility workers in data collection tools, reporting procedures, and data use for decision-making.  Support implementation teams in understanding indicators and monitoring program performance. 5. Support Program Evaluation and Research  Participate in program evaluations, operational research, and assessments when required.  Assist in developing data collection tools, research protocols, and evaluation reports. 6. Coordination and Collaboration  Work closely with program staff, district health offices, and partners to ensure proper reporting and utilization of program data.  Participate in review meetings and contribute to discussions on program performance and improvement strategies.

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Acting Monitoring and Evaluation Officer 2 March 2026 - 15 May 2026
Right to Care Malawi

Monitoring and Data Management  Support the implementation of project monitoring and evaluation frameworks in line with donor and organizational requirements.  Ensure accurate and timely collection, verification, and entry of program data from supported facilities and community activities.  Maintain program databases and ensure data quality through regular data validation and verification exercises.  Monitor program indicators and track progress toward targets. 2. Data Analysis and Reporting  Analyze routine program data to generate insights that inform program planning and performance improvement.  Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports for internal management and donors.  Develop data summaries, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders. 3. Data Quality Assurance  Conduct regular data quality assessments (DQAs) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of reported data.  Provide feedback to health facilities and program teams on data quality issues and support corrective actions.  Ensure compliance with national health information systems and reporting standards. 4. Capacity Building  Train and mentor program staff and health facility workers in data collection tools, reporting procedures, and data use for decision-making.  Support implementation teams in understanding indicators and monitoring program performance. 5. Support Program Evaluation and Research  Participate in program evaluations, operational research, and assessments when required.  Assist in developing data collection tools, research protocols, and evaluation reports. 6. Coordination and Collaboration  Work closely with program staff, district health offices, and partners to ensure proper reporting and utilization of program data.  Participate in review meetings and contribute to discussions on program performance and improvement strategies.

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Data Entry Clerk 9 October 2023 - 18 May 2026
Right to Care Malawi

Key Duties & Responsibilities: • Registering patients and recording details in the registers. • Aggregate key data elements in the registers and provide aggregated data sheet showing performance of each section/department • Supporting Existing HIV systems e.g. emastercards and POC data and report generation • Preparing and updating graphs and charts for key health indicators. • Preparing monthly ART Cohort reports and present the reports to facility management team • Perform monthly and when necessary daily and weekly monitoring and disseminate information to relevant health facility staff and other stakeholders • Training HSAs and other health workers in data collection and report writing • Planning and Monitoring Evaluation & Research activities at facility level through coordination of monthly facility reviews • Maintaining database at facility level such as data cleaning • Reporting to the designated supervisor and Assistant Statistician at District Health Office

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Environmental Health Officer (Intern) June 2021 - September 2026
Rumphi District Council-Rumphi District Health Office

Key Duties & Responsibilities: • Conduct routine environmental health inspections of households, institutions, markets, food premises, and public facilities. • Enforcing public health laws, regulations, and sanitation standards. • Monitoring water quality and sanitation facilities in communities and institutions. • Inspecting and certifying food premises and food handlers to ensure food safety compliance. • Investigating environmental health complaints and public health nuisances. • Lead disease prevention and control activities related to sanitation and hygiene. • Supporting outbreak investigations and response (e.g., cholera, diarrheal diseases). • Promoting hygiene and sanitation behavior change through community education and campaigns. • Facilitating community-led total sanitation (CLTS) and other WASH programs. • Conducting health and safety risk assessments in public places and workplaces. • Monitoring waste management practices, including medical and domestic waste disposal. • Supporting vector control activities (mosquitoes, rodents, flies, etc.). • Train and supervise Health Surveillance Assistants (HSAs) and community volunteers. • Collecting, compiling, and reporting environmental health data to district health office. • Participating in district and community health planning meetings. • Collaborating with local authorities and other sectors on environmental health initiatives. • Conducting inspections of schools and institutions for sanitation and hygiene standards. • Issue notices and recommendations for correction of public health hazards.