RHODA CHIROMA WAVI

Experienced Data Collector & Research Assistant

Maiduguri, NG.

About

Highly experienced Research Assistant and Data Collector with over six years of progressive experience in quantitative and qualitative data collection, M&E, and humanitarian program support across diverse donor-funded projects. Proven ability to leverage digital tools and multilingual proficiency to ensure accurate, ethical data collection and contribute to impactful public health and developmental initiatives. Seeking to apply advanced analytical and interpersonal skills to drive innovation and achieve organizational objectives in research and humanitarian services.

Work

Malaria Consortium

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Data Collector

Bauchi State, Nigeria

Summary

Conducted quantitative data collection for the Post MNCHW survey, ensuring high-quality data and adherence to protocols.

Highlights

Participated in comprehensive training on data collection, reporting any issues to the State Consultant for prompt resolution.

Conducted household interviews in selected households using Survey-CTO, consistently meeting daily targets and uploading data to the server.

Collected high-quality, accurate, and complete data while maintaining strict confidentiality of respondent information during and after interviews.

Malaria Consortium

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Data Reviewer

Borno State, Nigeria

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Summary

Led data review activities for the SMC Commodity Management Audit project, ensuring quality and accountability of malaria commodity management.

Highlights

Conducted comprehensive site visits to sampled health facilities and LGA stores to collect critical data for the SMC Commodity Management Audit.

Interviewed health workers on malaria commodity management and pharmacovigilance, identifying challenges within the 2025 SMC campaign.

Assessed and categorized commodity conditions (good, bad, expired) and evaluated store conduciveness using a rated template, contributing to supply chain feedback.

MALARIA Consortium

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Workshop Assistant

Plateau State, Nigeria

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Summary

Provided essential logistical and administrative support for the training of HFWs, CDDs, TAs & CLs.

Highlights

Managed catering liaison to ensure timely feeding schedules for workshop participants.

Distributed workshop materials, facilitated e-attendance, and compiled participant lists with bank details in Excel format.

Set up and operated IT equipment, ensuring smooth running of training sessions and documenting events through photography.

MALARIA Consortium

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Data Collector

Bauchi State, Nigeria

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Summary

Executed baseline data collection for the SMC+VAS project, utilizing mobile tools and adhering to ethical guidelines.

Highlights

Participated in training on survey tools, ethics, and data collection methodology, ensuring proper consent before interviews.

Conducted household interviews using mobile data collection tools like KoboCollect, maintaining neutrality and objectivity.

Ensured completeness, accuracy, and security of all collected data, reporting daily updates and challenges to the team lead.

MALARIA Consortium

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Data Reviewer

Borno State, Nigeria

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Summary

Conducted a detailed audit of SMC commodity management to ensure accountability and optimize supply chain effectiveness.

Highlights

Demonstrated accountability in managing all SPAQs during the 2024 SMC implementation, aiming to minimize losses/wastages.

Audited the commodity management system to identify strengths and weaknesses, providing feedback for subsequent interventions.

Provided objective and professional opinions on SPAQ management accountability, reviewing and finalizing audit protocols and tools.

CARE International

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Research Assistant

Borno State, Nigeria

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Summary

Supported the implementation of the RESILAC Territorial Diagnosis project through community engagement and data collection.

Highlights

Planned and conducted community-level discussions to engage local participants in collecting information about their community.

Tracked progress and delays of all assigned assessments, supporting field engagement throughout the data collection cycle.

Produced high-quality and varied research outputs, including analysis, report writing, and presentations, documenting key lessons learned daily.

MERCY CORPS

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Enumerator

Borno State, Nigeria

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Summary

Conducted data enumeration for the Feed the Future Nigeria Rural Resilience Activity, ensuring data authenticity and accuracy.

Highlights

Followed strict sampling methods, compiling, recording, and coding information into predefined forms and databases.

Identified and reported any issues arising during data collection to the supervisor, ensuring data authenticity through direct contact with targeted study populations.

Interpreted interview questions to assist respondents, double-checking survey forms for accuracy and completeness.

MALARIA CONSORTIUM

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Research Assistant

Jos, Nigeria

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Summary

Assessed health management information systems relevant to malaria programming in public and private sectors.

Highlights

Evaluated health management information systems relevant to malaria programming across public and private sectors.

Conducted In-depth Interviews (IDIs) with 5 State Actors and Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with community stakeholders using SurveyCTO.

Successfully conducted and transcribed 10 recorded interviews from local language to English, uploading data to the SurveyCTO platform.

JHPIEGO, AN AFFILIATE OF JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY

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Research Assistant

Bauchi, Nigeria

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Summary

Mapped Gender-Based Violence (GBV) service providers in Bauchi, ensuring ethical data collection and reporting.

Highlights

Scoped and identified institutions across key sectors providing GBV survivor services, maintaining an online platform for updates to Jhpiego.

Educated respondents on survey purpose, objectives, and confidentiality, securing informed consent prior to interviews.

Successfully conducted and transcribed 7 in-depth interviews (40+ minutes each), uploading all responses to the ODK server daily.

AIRFORCE BOYS MILITARY SCHOOL JOS

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Administrative Assistant

Plateau State, Nigeria

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Summary

Provided administrative and clerical support, managing student records and office communications.

Highlights

Prepared student results accurately using Microsoft Excel in the University's approved format.

Managed incoming calls, determined purpose, and transferred calls, effectively handling student queries.

Maintained front-desk procedures, including contact information and frequently requested company information, and compiled/analyzed data for office use.

RESEARCH & STATISTICS COMMITTEE (RSC)/RESEARCH COLLABRATIVE NETWORK (RCN), NIGERIAN ASSOCIATION OF RESIDENT DOCTORS (NARD)

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Research Assistant

Jos, Nigeria

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Summary

Conducted qualitative research on the implementation of the Compulsory Treatment and Care for Victims of Gunshots Act, 2017.

Highlights

Led qualitative baseline research on the implementation of the Gunshots Act, 2017, focusing on healthcare workers and Nigerian Police Force.

Identified and engaged respondents fitting specific profiles in assigned LGAs, collecting data based on program-supplied questionnaires.

Ensured thorough checking and completion of questionnaires by police officers and healthcare workers, participating in team briefings/debriefings.

THE EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP (TEP) CENTRE

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State Enumerator

Bauchi, Nigeria

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Summary

Conducted data collection for the Final Evaluation of Girls Education Programme 2012-2021 in Northern Nigeria.

Highlights

Collected comprehensive data for the Final Evaluation of Girls Education Programme 2012-2021 in Northern Nigeria (Bauchi State).

Conducted successful Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with 7 Stakeholders and 3 Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with program beneficiaries.

Utilized Computer Assisted Telephone Interview (CATI) and Computer Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI) tools for beneficiaries, ensuring complete interview tools submission.

MALARIA CONSORTIUM

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SMC Enumerator

Bauchi, Nigeria

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Summary

Conducted enumeration for the Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention Coverage project, engaging various community stakeholders.

Highlights

Conducted face-to-face interviews with 5 State Actors (SMoH, SPHCDA, SHMB, SHES, SMEP) and other relevant CBOs.

Interviewed 2 Local Government Immunization Officers and community stakeholders (Community/Religious Leaders, Women Leader) using SurveyCTO.

Organized and facilitated Focused Group Discussions (FGDs) among caregivers/nursing mothers (0-12 months), uploading data to the SurveyCTO server.

CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES (CRS)

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MEAL Enumerator

Maiduguri, Nigeria

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Summary

Performed MEAL enumeration in IDP camps, ensuring accurate data collection and community engagement for program evaluation.

Highlights

Visited IDP camps in Benisheilk town to collect and record data for study objectives, identifying and reporting data acquisition problems.

Compiled surveyed data during On-Site Monitoring (OSM) and Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM), conducting 3 weekly Focus Group Discussions with beneficiaries.

Utilized KoboCollect and Poimapa software for beneficiary data capture and forwarding to the M&E team, ensuring data accuracy with MEAL Supervisor.

Education

UNIVERSITY OF MAIDUGURI

Borno State, Nigeria
B.Sc. (Second Class Lower) Economics

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GIRLS COLLEGE MONGUNO

Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
O'Level Certificates General Studies

OUR LADY'S PRIVATE SCHOOL

Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
First School Leaving Certificate Primary Education

Languages

English

Kibaku

Bura

Marghi

Hausa

Kanuri

Shuwa

Other Local Languages

Certificates

Cash in Emergencies

International Federation of Red Cross Red and Crescent (IFRC)

Protection to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse

United Nation Children Emergency Fund (UNICEF)

Negotiation

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Introduction to Peacebuilding

United States Institute of Peace (USIP)

Cash Transfer Programming (CTP)

International Federation of Red Cross Red and Crescent (IFRC)

Child Protection

International Federation of Red Cross Red and Crescent (IFRC)

Public Health: Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent (IFRC)

Restoring Family Links (RFL)

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent (IFRC)

Introduction to Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)

Action against Hunger

Skills

Data Collection & Analysis

Quantitative Data Collection, Qualitative Data Collection, Data Management, Data Analysis, Information Collection, Data Transcription, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Public Health Research, Survey Implementation, Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E).

Digital Data Collection Tools

KoboCollect, ODK, SurveyCTO, CsEntry, CommCare, Magic Device, CAPI, f4transkript, Poimapa.

Software & Office Productivity

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Database Management.

Humanitarian & Public Health Programs

Emergency Response, Humanitarian Intervention, Developmental Intervention, COVID-19, Malaria Prevention, HIV/AIDS, People With Disabilities (PWDs), Agriculture, System Strengthening, MNCHW, GBV Mapping, Resilience Activities, Research Protocols.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Interview Skills, Multilingual Proficiency, Facilitating, Training, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Engagement, Cross-Cultural Communication.

Organizational & Administrative Skills

Organizational Skills, Confidentiality, Time Management, Documentation, Recordkeeping, Team Player, Administrative Support, Logistical Support.

Interests

Hobbies

Travelling, Researching, Reading, Meeting new people.

References

References

Available upon request

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