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Aaron Chisha
Vision Outreach Zambia
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Name
Aaron Chisha
Last Name
Sinyangwe
Nickname
ChishaManzi
Short bio
I pride myself as a results-driven data expert with over a decade of experience in high-level data management and strategic planning across Zambia. I specializes in transforming complex datasets into actionable insights, utilizing a robust technical toolkit that includes STATA, SPSS, CSPro, ODK, and Kobo Toolbox.
Throughout my career, I have held pivotal roles at organizations such as the World Bank, WHO, USAID, and MEASURE Evaluation. Notably, serving as the Data Manager for Health Systems Strengthening at WHO Zambia and as a cornerstone in the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI), where I had chance to manage of large-scale datasets directly informed national strategic decision-making and policy development.
Research Interests:
My research focus is rooted in the intersection of public health, education, and social equity include but not limited to the following:
- Health Informatics & Immunization: Optimizing data flow for EPI and GAVI evaluations to improve child health outcomes.
- Early Childhood Development (ECD): Evaluating school-based interventions to foster inclusive and equitable learning environments.
- Social Inclusion & Gender: Utilizing gender-transformative approaches within MERL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning) frameworks.
- Data Literacy: Increasing the capacity for data interpretation and evidence-based decision-making within the Zambian community.
- Technical Mentorship: Guiding researchers in the rigorous application of statistical packages and data collection tools.
- Strategic MERL Support: Integrating Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning (MERL) principles into virtual academic curricula.
- Collaborative Knowledge Exchange: Leveraging his extensive background in Zambian health systems (HIV/AIDS, Nutrition, and CLTS) to provide real-world context for academic inquiry and policy dissemination.
Institution
Vision Outreach Zambia
