Joyce ALAROKER
Project Management Monitoring Evaluation Accountability And Learning Expert
Kampala,102
Summary
A forward thinking self-motivated and results driven Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning expert offering 16 years of demonstrative experience in building and managing MEAL systems for CBOs, Local Government, IGOs, NGOs, Bi-lateral and donor agencies in Uganda. She has a robust system for carbon and land restoration programming, agricultural and non-agricultural livelihoods, health and social protection, water and sanitation, rural infrastructure development. She has wide donor engagement experience including DANIDA, UNHCR, UNFPA, EU, USAID, UNICEF, NORAD, SIDA, GEA and GoU. She is ready to expand and share her expertise to serve humanity across the globe.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Program Manager MEAL
Catholic Relief Services, CRS
Kampala, Uganda
11.2022 - Current
- Developed, pre-tested and rolled out Restore Africa MEAL system including the development of all technical design and operational protocols .
- Overseen the development of and operation of the projects database and ensured all consortium partners are on boarded into the system
- Spearheaded innovative problem-solving techniques that addressed challenges head-on, resulting in effective resolution measures.
- Optimized resource allocation, effectively balancing priorities and managing competing demands.
- Enhanced project visibility with regular status updates, leading to increased stakeholder engagement.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making approaches to inform strategy development and optimize outcomes.
- Led change management efforts, supporting staff through transitions and promoting buy-in for new initiatives.
- Participated in vendor selection and management process for program initiatives.
- Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
- Delivered high-quality results by setting performance metrics and monitoring progress against targets.
- Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
- Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
- Built teams to address project goals and objectives for multiple projects.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential barriers to project success.
- Developed and maintained logical workflows for MEAL, procedures and reports.
- Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
- Collaborated with business leadership to set priorities based on business needs, resource capacity and risk exposure.
Program Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
DANIDA
Kampala, Uganda
01.2019 - 10.2022
- Design and conduct surveys, studies, and impact assessments for all result areas of the programme.
- Enhanced evaluation processes by streamlining data collection methods and implementing efficient tracking systems.
- Developed workforce training programs to improve organizational efficiency.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
- Improved stakeholder engagement by developing clear communication strategies around evaluation efforts and results dissemination.
- Coordinated evaluation activities to ensure timely delivery of accurate data and reports to stakeholders.
- Ensured compliance with applicable regulations regarding data privacy, confidentiality, storage, retention, use, disclosure policies while managing sensitive information related required evaluations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on best practices in program evaluation through continuous professional development opportunities.
- Developed strong relationships with external evaluators to support independent evaluations of organizational programs when necessary.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify key performance indicators for various programs and initiatives.
- Provided technical assistance to colleagues in designing surveys, interview guides, focus group protocols, and other data collection tools as needed.
- Trained staff members on effective data collection techniques, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all projects.
- Contributed to a culture of learning within the organization by sharing insights from evaluations during internal meetings or workshops regularly held throughout the year.
- Managed data entry, cleaning, and analysis tasks for high-quality results in performance measurement reports.
- Facilitated evaluation-related capacity-building workshops or trainings to improve staff members'' understanding of best practices and their use in everyday work.
- Analyzed quantitative and qualitative data to draw meaningful conclusions about program effectiveness and areas for improvement.
- Monitored progress toward organizational goals using well-defined metrics aligned with strategic objectives.
- Streamlined reporting processes by creating standardized templates and data visualization tools, simplifying the communication of complex findings to stakeholders.
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
DANIDA
01.2015 - 12.2018
- Establish the RDNUC MEAL system with clear goals and objectives.
- Developed comprehensive monitoring tools to track project progress and outcomes.
- Enhanced data quality by implementing rigorous monitoring and evaluation processes.
- Conducted regular site visits, ensuring accurate data collection and timely reporting.
- Managed relationships with stakeholders to foster collaboration and information sharing.
- Reviewed existing monitoring systems, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
- Streamlined reporting procedures for improved efficiency and information dissemination.
- Supported the design of program interventions, informed by data-driven insights.
- Communicated key findings to decision-makers, influencing strategic direction based on evidence-based analysis.
- Provided relevant training to staff members on effective data management techniques.
- Conduct stakeholder analysis and design engagement strategies.
- Support capacity assessment of implementing partners and design strategies for management.
- Align program document with national development policy guidelines.
- Plan and conduct baseline studies, monitoring surveys, and other assessments.
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
ABI Trust
01.2013 - 08.2013
- Contribute to the development of the MEAL design documents.
- Participate in the MEAL capacity assessment of the implementing partners and design training plans.
- Support the establishment of the MEAL system including tracking performance indicators.
- Monitor MEAL studies conducted by procurement research firms.
- Compile periodic programme reports (quarterly and annually).
- Participate in guideline and DQA for implementing partners.
Program Office Planning and Monitoring
DANIDA
10.2010 - 12.2012
- Take part in strategy design for the DAR2/RALNUC programmes in Northern Uganda.
- Participate in the capacity assessment of the implementing partners and design training plans.
- Support establishment of the MEAL system including tracking performance indicators.
- Monitor MEAL studies conducted by procurement research firms.
- Coordinate and participate in DANIDA reviews and liaise with the DLG for evaluation results.
- Compile periodic programme reports (quarterly and annually).
Project Officer (Food Security-Environmental Conservation and Rehabilitation)
Norwegian Refugee Council
06.2006 - 06.2010
- Participate in the design of implementation strategies for the Food Security projects.
- Develop concept notes, budgets, and work plan for the environment component.
- Design and implement campaigns messages for environmental rehabilitation.
- Develop and implement training for staff, community-based agents, and DLG/LLG staff.
- Monitor establishment of tree nurseries, woodlot, and energy-saving stoves.
- Conduct periodic assessments and surveys of environmental activities.
- Prepare project reports.
- Oversee environmental projects staff development.
Programme Assistant
Alliance for African Assistance
01.2006 - 05.2006
- Contribute to the design of the implementation strategies for the OVC intervention in war-affected areas of Northern Uganda.
- Develop the budget and work plan for Kitgum/Lamwo activity implementation.
- Conduct assessment of beneficiaries for the programme in the camps.
- Plan and conduct community dialogue meetings for families affected by the LRA war.
- Building stakeholder relationships and liaising with the DLG in OVC assessments.
- Responsible for the administration at the Kitgum/Lamwo field office including human resources.
- Make progress reports.
Field Officer
AIDS CARE EDUCATION AND TRAINING (ACET)
Kitgum
01.2005 - 12.2005
- Support the development of training materials for caregivers for OVC affected by HIV-AIDS in the district.
- Support the development of budgets and work plan for OVC activities.
- Conduct assessment of beneficiaries for the programme in the camps.
- Plan and conduct training of community household caregivers.
- Building stakeholder relationships and liaising with the DLG in OVC assessments.
- Support report writing and documentation of cases in the field locations.
Education
Project Management Professional Certificate - Project Management
Uganda Management Institute
Kampala, Uganda 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Project Planning and Management
University of Bradford
Bradford City England 04.2001 -
Post Graduate Diploma - Monitoring and Evaluation
Uganda Management Institute
Kampala, Uganda 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda 04.2001 -
Skills
Project management
Program leadership
Decision-making
Stakeholder management
Scheduling and planning
Performance monitoring
Data collection & research
Resource management
Interpersonal skills
Program reviews
MS office applications
Data analysis Analysis/Visualizations using SPSS, Epi-Data/Info, COMCARE, Power-BI, Excel, ODK, Kobo collect, Survey123, ESRI-Field map/ GI
Quality assurance
Contract development
Proposal development
Training and development
Problem-solving
Documentation proficiency
Policy and procedure improvements
Presentation creation and delivery
Partnership development
Team development
Change management
Certification
Project Management Professional Certificate (PMI Uganda Management Institute), Nov-Dec 2022
References
- Niels, Knudsen, Former Senior Adviser, nielsi@gmail.com, +45-28894520, DANIDA DAR/RALNUC programme Phase1, 2 and 3, Moellevaengevej 4b, Mariager, Denmark, 9550
- Rose, Namara, Uganda Management Institute-Results Based Monitoring and Evaluation Expert, rosenamara@gmail.com, +256-712540222, +256-701217905
- BASIL, SMITH AJER, Director of Technopreneurship Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation, ajerbasil@gmail.com, +256-726877774, +256-702687774, Plot 19, Lumumba Avenue, 5th Floor, Runee building, Kampala, Uganda
Interests
Sports Football and Athletics, Entertainment Music and Dance, Fashion and Design, Nature and Culture, Charity, Spirituality Christian
Accomplishments
- Established the MEAL system for a 5-year carbon investment project for Land Restoration in Uganda with Catholic Relief Services as Lead implementing organization of the project target $52,500 households covering 2 districts (Eastern, Western and Central) with a consortium of 11 partners.
- Established the MEAL system for the Northern Uganda Resilience initiative via DANIDA livelihood programme that supported 192,000 households in West Nile (including refugee hosting areas) and Northern Uganda covering 3 districts and working with a consortium of 9 partners.
- Established the Monitoring and Evaluation system for the DANIDA DAR/RALNUC agricultural livelihood programme that targeted 62,000 households and communities in Northern Uganda covering 6 districts working with 5 partners.
- Conducted baseline, mid-term and end line studies for 7 livelihood projects (land restoration project, health system project, climate adaptation practices and 2 Knowledge attitude and practice assessments.
OTHER RELEVANT TRAININGS
- QGIS and ArcGIS in Land mapping and analysis TPAL/EPAL QRS, 2024/2025
- RED in MEAL Respect Equity Diversity and Inclusion CRS, 2023
- Safeguarding accountability and Protection mainstreaming Projects CRS, 2022
- Dono Committee for Enterprise Development AID Development, 2021
- Leadership transformation management Infinity Leadership Center Australia, 2020/21
- Resilience design for climate smart practices Danish Refugee Council, 2020
- Sexual reproductive health rights UNFPA/Cater International, 2019
- Conflict transformation & peace building COADY Institute CANADA, 2018
- Management of peace building Danida Fellowship Center Denmark, 2017
- Effective Aid Management DANIDA Fellowship Center Denmark, 2012
- Results Based Monitoring & Evaluation Uganda Management Institute, 2011
- Right Based Approach to development DANIDA, 2010
- Youth engagement Development Froebe Academy Germany, 2008
- Principle and practice of environment management IDP NFA Uganda, 2007
ACCOMPLISHED SURVEYS/STUDIES UNDER MY DIRECT SUPERVISION
- June-August 2025 A Post Distribution monitoring survey for complete seedling distribution for the Restore Africa project (East, West and Central Uganda)
- Sep 2023-Feb 2024 Socio-Economic Baseline for the Restore Africa Project funded by Global Evergreen Alliance (GEA) and Climate Asset Management (CAM) in 33 districts in Uganda (East, West and Central Uganda)
- Oct 2023-Nov 2023 A rapid situational analysis for feedback and response mechanisms in selected Restore implemented districts
- May 2022-July 2022 NURI End line monitoring survey via livelihood project funded by DANIDA implemented in 13 districts of Northern Uganda
- Aug 2021-Nov 2021 CSA adoption study for NURI in 13 districts of Northern Uganda
- Sep 2019-Dec 2019 Baseline survey for NURI-DANIDA refugee programme in Northern Uganda
- Feb 2020-May 2020 Baseline survey for NURI-DANIDA refugee hosting districts of West-Nile
- Jul 2018-November 2018 End line survey for DAR/RALNUC livelihood programme implemented in 9 districts of Northern Uganda
- Sep 2017-Nov 2017 A rapid assessment of accountability and feedback mechanisms in local governments of Northern Uganda
- May 2016-Aug 2016 Midterm evaluation for DAR/RALNUC livelihood programme implemented in 9 districts of Northern Uganda
- Mar 2013-June 2013 Assessment of Business potential for cereals and pulses in Northern and Eastern Uganda Agri Business Initiative
- Jan 2011-Apr 2011 A market analysis for Sesame Soybeans Sunflower and Beans for Returning farmers in Amuru and Nwoya districts DANIDA funded livelihood project Acholibu-region
Timeline
Program Manager MEAL
Catholic Relief Services, CRS
11.2022 - Current
Program Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
DANIDA
01.2019 - 10.2022
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
DANIDA
01.2015 - 12.2018
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
ABI Trust
01.2013 - 08.2013
Program Office Planning and Monitoring
DANIDA
10.2010 - 12.2012
Project Officer (Food Security-Environmental Conservation and Rehabilitation)
Norwegian Refugee Council
06.2006 - 06.2010
Programme Assistant
Alliance for African Assistance
01.2006 - 05.2006
Field Officer
AIDS CARE EDUCATION AND TRAINING (ACET)
01.2005 - 12.2005
Project Management Professional Certificate - Project Management
Uganda Management Institute
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Project Planning and Management
University of Bradford
04.2001 -
Post Graduate Diploma - Monitoring and Evaluation
Uganda Management Institute
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Makerere University
04.2001 -