Rohin Otieno

Results-driven MEL & Research Leader with 12+ years of experience delivering evidence that transforms programs, policies, and lives across Africa. I’ve led high-stakes evaluations, third-party monitoring, and learning systems for flagship initiatives funded by the World Bank, USAID, GIZ, and major philanthropies including the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and Mastercard Foundation. From refugee livelihoods to climate resilience, entrepreneurship to public health—I design and lead MEL systems that drive strategic learning, performance improvement, and real-world impact. I’ve worked on-site in 8+ countries across Eastern and Southern Africa—Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Somalia, South Sudan, Rwanda, Chad, and Madagascar—bringing both local context and global standards into focus. Core strengths: - MEL Framework Design & Implementation - Mixed Methods and RCT Impact Evaluations - MERL Capacity Building & Systems Strengthening - Advanced Analytics (SPSS, STATA, R) - Policy Influence & Strategic Learning I’ve led or contributed to 25+ evaluations for organizations such as Deutsche Welthungerhilfe e.V., Dutch MFA, WWF, World Vision, HIAS, and others. As a PhD holder in Development Studies, with a background in Economics and Statistics, I combine analytical rigor with field-tested insight. Certified in Public Health Ethics, Project Management (PMD Pro), and Mixed Methods Research. Also a published peer reviewer and speaker, I actively contribute to shaping MEL thinking through conferences and learning forums. Let’s connect if you’re building programs that demand smarter data, deeper insight, and lasting change.