Monitoring, Evaluation & Research Assistant Applicant - Jhpiego

Sydney Simeon Chabuka

C/O The Chief Systems Analyst

Lilongwe City Council

P. O. Box 30396

Lilongwe, Malawi

November 23, 2025

The Human Resource Manager

Jhpiego

Lilongwe, Malawi

Dear Sir/Madam,

REF: APPLICATION FOR MONITORING, EVALUATION & RESEARCH ASSISTANT POSITION

I am writing to apply for the Monitoring, Evaluation & Research Assistant position at Jhpiego. I have a Bachelor of Science in Computer Network Engineering and experience in data management and IT support from previous roles.

In my past work as an Assistant Data Management Officer and IT Technician, I collected and cleaned data, ensured data accuracy, and supported users with computer systems. I am skilled in Microsoft Office, data collection and analysis tools like SPSS, EMIS data collector, Kobo collect, mWater Surveyor and have good knowledge of database management. I am confident that my skills will help Jhpiego manage project data well. Attached to this letter are my curriculum vitae, copies of my certificates and national ID for your review. I shall be grateful to hear from your office.

Sincerely,

Sydney Simeon Chabuka

Email: ***************@*****.***

Phone: +265(0) 888088600 / +265(0)998001217

SYDNEY SIMEON CHABUKA

PERSONAL PROFILE

Dynamic and detail-oriented IT professional with a deep passion for technology and extensive hands-on experience in user support, network troubleshooting, database management, computer application programming, and web development. Proficient in using statistical packages and data collection and analysis tools to drive data-informed decisions. Skilled in diagnosing and resolving technical issues, enhancing system performance, and implementing innovative solutions. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1. Designation: Assistant Data Management Officer

Employer: National Economic Empowerment Fund (NEEF) Limited Duration: 1 Year

Duties & Responsibilities:

Collecting, cleaning, and maintaining accurate data from internal and external sources.

Designing and implementing data collection processes aligned with strategic goals.

Organizing data systematically to support reporting and analysis.

Developing and presenting data visualizations, dashboards, and reports.

Providing data-driven recommendations for decision-making.

Monitoring data quality, identify errors, and take corrective actions.

Overseeing proper data management at branch level.

Training staff on data management best practices and tools. 2. Designation: Assistant IT Technician

Employer: Lilongwe City Council (LCC)

Duration: 1 Year

Duties & Responsibilities:

User support on the Integrated Financial Management System (IFMIS)

Computer Hardware and Software troubleshooting

Network troubleshooting

Network shared printer installation and management,

Report Generation

Computer Hardware repairing and maintenance.

E-Mail: ***************@*****.*** Home Address: Lilongwe, Malawi Phone: +265(0) 888 088 600 / +265(0) 998 001 217 Post office Box: 20642 3. Designation: IT Officer

Employer: GoodSoil Partners Organisation

Duration: 1 year

Duties & Responsibilities:

User support on IT equipment and processes,

Computer Hardware and Software Installation, Update and troubleshooting

IT policy enforcement

Computer Hardware and Software maintenance

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

TRAININGS

1. Leadership and Entrepreneurship:

Underwent Leadership and Entrepreneurship trainings with GoodSoil Partners organisation 2. WINDOWS SERVER MANAGEMENT & MICROSOFT DYNAMICS NAV 2009 R2 TRAINING

Under Lilongwe City Council underwent a Windows Server Management as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) training with much focus on Microsoft Dynamics Nav 2009 R2 ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

1. Qualification: Bachelor of Science in Computer Network Engineering Institution Obtained From: The University of Malawi (UNIMA) Year Obtained: 2023

2. Qualification: Malawi School Certificate of Education (M.S.C.E) Institution Obtained From: Kang’oma Secondary School, Lilongwe Year Obtained: 2017

• Computer hardware & Software Troubleshooting

• Network Troubleshooting

• Familiar with Linux Systems

• Windows Server Management

• Cloud Computing

• Familiar with statistical packages like SPSS,

Kobo Collect, Emis data collector, R

• Familiar with Database Systems

• Report Generation

• Web Development & programming

• Knowledge in Cyber Security

• Good Communicator

• Team working & collaboration Software and

Platforms e.g Bit bucket, Git & Github

• Algorithm design & implementation

• Knowledge in Microsoft Packages like Excel,

Word, PowerPoint, Pulisher

REFEREES

1. Mr. Bright Mkonda

National Economic Empowerment Fund(NEEF) Limited

ICT Officer

NEEF, Mponela Zone

E-mail: *******@****.**

Contact: +265(0) 883 431 744

2. Mrs. Merriam Manyozo

The Chief Systems Analyst

Lilongwe City Council

Contact: +265-***-***-***

E-mail: *******.*******@***.**

3. Mr. Wambula Saka

The Managing Director

GoodSoil Partners

Contact: +265-***-***-***

E-mail: *****@****************.***

4. Dr. Kondwani Munthali

The Head of Computer Science Department

University of Malawi

P.O. Box 280

Zomba

Contact: +265(0) 884 112 001

E-mail: *********@*****.**.**

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