Knowledge Management Data Analytics

ANTENEH BERHANU LEYKUN (He/him/his)

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Knowledge Management Data Analytics Silver Spring, MD 20906, USA

Tel: +1-240-***-**** Email: **************@*****.*** LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/antenehberhanu/

Professional Summary

A highly motivated and accomplished professional with a robust background in directing and managing Monitoring, evaluation, knowledge management and learning system for large-scale and complex development and humanitarian programs for nearly two decades, consistently driving success through innovative evidence generation and institutional learning initiatives. Known for fostering teamwork and adapting to evolving program needs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Core Competencies

Leadership

Data collection, entry and quality

Data analysis and visualization

Communication and reporting

Research and assessment

Team collaboration

Performance measurement

Knowledge management

Organizational learning

Stakeholder engagement

Capacity building

Strategic management

Project management

Problem solving

Value for money

Professional Experience

Director- Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning June 2023– April 2025 Creative Associates International, Chevy Chase, Maryland, USA/ Hybrid

Developed and executed the project’s Theory of Change, MEL framework and approaches

Design and facilitate program collaboration, learning and adaptation (CLA) and CAM efforts

Coordinate data collection, entry, analysis and visualization of data on reliable web-based system

Led 10+ quant, qual & mixed research and evaluation and catalyze informed decision-making

Monitor the program compliance against requirements of USAID results and indicators

Led a team of 5 MEL, coms, learning and data professionals and a MEL budget of 700k USD Manager- Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Aug 2021- June 2023 Oxford Policy Management (OPM), Oxford, UK/ Hybrid

Designed and implemented MEL by refining and updating workstream theories of change

Tracked information need, indicators, data sources & analysis and integrate into MEL process

Supported distillation, dissemination and scaling up of learnings including adaptative actions,

Organized training and presentation sessions and government MEL capacity building schemes

Led a team of two MEL professionals and managed a MEL budget of 100k GBP Senior Advisor- Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Aug 2019–June 2021 CARE USA/ Ethiopia- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Led the design and development of monitoring and evaluation system and tools

Led project periodical studies, impact assessments, analysis and synthesis of studies

Promote learning within CARE, partners and the wider development communities

Facilitated mentoring, coaching and training of MEL officers of CARE projects across the country

Responsible for linking the country office with CARE USA & other CARE international member offices Manager- Learning, Design and Measurement (LDM) February 2018–July 2019 CARE International/ Ethiopia- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Designed and executed M&E strategy, tools and system for Pastoral Unit

Led diagnostic studies, project baseline, midterm and final evaluations & impact assessments

Developed and maintained M&E information management and use for program improvement

Initiated and implemented innovative MEL strategies to facilitate data driven decision making

Strengthened collaborative learning, networking and reflection for informed decision-making Manager- Monitoring and Evaluation; June 2017–Feb 2018 British Council- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Developed and executed strategic plans with a focus on Theory of Change and result framework,

Produced high quality periodic M&E data & reports inc. use of data analytics and visualization

Supported the development of evaluative, lessons learning products and give insights for action.

Provided M&E related capacity building guidance and support to program teams and partners, Coordinator- Knowledge Management and Learning (KML) Nov 2016 –June 2017 Save the Children International (SCI)- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Led documentation and dissemination of success stories, storytelling, case studies, lessons learnt

Facilitating after-action Reviews, Peer Assists, feedback loops, World Café, COPs, etc.

Catalyzed communication, coordination, collaboration and partnership with diverse stakeholders

Analyzed, produced and presented assessments, study & research reports; and promote learning Head- Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Unit; June 2014 – Oct 2016 JeCCDO- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Led the development, roll-out and institutionalization of MEL strategy, framework and tools

Direct the production, documentation and dissemination of progress reports and success stories

Managed baseline, mid-line, end-line and impact evaluations via survey, interview & observation

Catalyzed knowledge management and promote innovation through organizational learning Education

PhD Fellow in Development Studies; Addis Ababa University, Sept 2022 - present

MSC in Information Science; Addis Ababa University Sept 2020 - July 2023

MA in Development Management; Hawassa University, Jun 2010 - July 2012

LLB in Law; Bahir Dar University Sept 2014 - March 2021

BA in Educational Planning and Management; Addis Ababa University Sept 2001 – July 2004

Diploma in Home Science and Technology, Hawassa University Sept 1995 – July 1997 Certifications

MEAL DPro Certified; Humanitarian Leadership Academy; May 2020

M&E Fundamentals Certification; MEASURE Evaluation: May 2025

Diploma in Statistics; ALISON, April 2016.

Diploma in Python, ALISON, Feb 2025

Certified Professional Teacher Educator; Dilla University, Dec 2005.

Certificate in Outcome Mapping and Outcome Harvesting; OMLC-Belgium; Dec 2022 Technical Skills

MS Office, Google workspace

SPSS; Stata, Dedoose;

Python, R Programming

Power Bi ; Tableau, Adobe CS (Il, In, PS)

Online survey tools (DHIS, Kobo, ODK)

Language Skills

English (Proficient); Spanish (Beginner); Amharic (Mother Tongue); Voluntary membership

Board member of “Zare Lenege’ Community Initiative (Ethiopian Resident Charity)

Member of Ethiopian Evaluation Association (EEvA)

Member of Ethiopian Red Cross Society (ERCS)

References

Mrs. Maria Bina Palmisano, Senior Global Director, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning; Creative Associates; E: *******@**********.***; T: 202-***-****

Endalamaw Taye (PhD), Data Analyst, LexisNexis Risk Solutions E: ************@*****.*** ; T: +1-773-***-****

Mr. Mark Essex, Building Resilience in Ethiopia (BRE) Program Team Leader, Oxford Policy Management (OPM) E: *********@*******.*** T: +447*********

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