Victor Namsakya Dittoh
Tamale
Summary
Accomplished Monitoring and Evaluation professional with over 20 years of experience in the development sector. Expertise in empowering marginalized communities, strategic planning, and data-driven project management. Proven track record in enhancing program effectiveness and advocating for social justice.
Monitoring and evaluation professional with proven ability to assess and improve program performance. Adept at utilizing analytical skills to gather and interpret data, ensuring project goals are met efficiently. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability, consistently delivering actionable insights and fostering results-driven environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
Alinea Foundation, WEE-North Project
09.2021 - Current
- Developed and executed comprehensive M&E frameworks aligning with feminist approaches
- Managed M&E systems, including MIS, data management plans, and databases
- Recruited and trained enumerators for data collection, ensuring high-quality data processes
- Established project learning agenda and conducted reviews to assess program interventions
- Documented best practices and lessons learned, supporting annual reporting and work planning
Quality and Knowledge Management Officer
Action Aid Ghana, NGIDP
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Developed comprehensive M&E plans and trained staff on MIS usage
- Conducted evaluations and provided quality documentation of project impacts
- Supported project implementation and capacity building of implementing partners
- Consolidated data and reports into quarterly and annual reports
Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor
Rural Development Management Ghana Limited
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed consultancy activities, developed TORs, and led field evaluations
- Coordinated data gathering, cleaning, and analysis for large-scale projects
- Conducted capacity building sessions for staff and clients
- Developed and standardized final reports for submission to clients
Upper East Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
Association of Church Development Projects (ACDEP)
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Assisted in developing and integrating M&E and MIS at the Secretariat and regional levels
- Prepared periodic reports on project activities and managed data for effective monitoring
- Developed and maintained linkages with relevant organizations for achieving program objectives
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Expanding Climate Change Resilience in Northern Ghana, ACDEP
02.2013 - 12.2014
- Set up and coordinated M&E systems for climate change resilience projects
- Collected and analyzed data from field activities, preparing consolidated progress reports
- Conducted data quality assessments and capacity building workshops for implementation partners
Project Manager
Rural Development Management Ghana Limited
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Coordinated and managed over 15 projects, developing work plans, budgets, and financial reports
- Facilitated proposal development and managed monitoring information systems
- Supervised data collection, entry, quality assurance, and reporting
Field Officer
Rural Development Management Ghana Limited
09.2007 - 12.2009
- Participated in data collection and analysis using Microsoft Access, Excel, and SPSS
- Assisted in data entry, proofreading, and report preparation
Gender Officer
Centre for Sustainable Development Initiatives
10.2004 - 06.2007
- Documented reports by victims of gender-based violence and supported community committees
- Worked on the “Violence Against Women” project and presented weekly radio programs on gender issues
Education
M.A. Geography and Rural Development - Project Management and Medical Geography
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
01.2010
B.A. Geography and Resource Development - Philosophy
University of Ghana
01.2003
Master of Science - Planning, Monitoring And Evaluation
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
IDL, Tamale12-2025
Skills
- Data analysis software proficiency
- Project management expertise
- Data analysis proficiency
- Leadership development
Certification
- Diploma in Project Management
- Certificate in Designing and Implementing Monitoring and Evaluation Systems
Languages
English (Fluent)
References
Available upon request.
Affiliations
- Member, Ghana Monitoring and Evaluation Forum
- Member African Evaluation Association (AfrEA)
- Member, International Development Evaluation Association (IDEAS)
Additional Short-Term Positions
- Local Monitor, Small and Medium organizations (SMOs) funded by Global Affairs Canada in Ghana, Alinea International
- Research Team Member, Documenting Indigenous Knowledge in Climate Change Adaptation, ACDEP/CHF
- Team Member, Gender in National Policy and Implementation in Ghana, UDS and CIAT
- Technical Support for development of android-based mobile data collection software, Data Works Ghana Limited
- Lead Consultant, Health and Nutrition assessment of sponsored children, Tuma Kavi/Christian Children’s Fund of Canada
- National Consulting Coordinator, Year 4 Uptake survey, Regreening Ghana Project, World Vision Ghana/CRS Ghana/ICRAF
- Media Team Member, Fountain Gate Chapel International
- Technical Advisor, Social Media Marketing and Safety, Faith Consult, Tamale
Jazz Music
I listen to Louis Armstrong, Dave Coz, Earl Klugh and a host of contemporary jazz musicians. It keeps me calm and helps me work efficiently
Timeline
Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
Alinea Foundation, WEE-North Project
09.2021 - Current
Quality and Knowledge Management Officer
Action Aid Ghana, NGIDP
09.2019 - 09.2021
Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor
Rural Development Management Ghana Limited
01.2017 - 08.2019
Upper East Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
Association of Church Development Projects (ACDEP)
01.2015 - 12.2016
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Expanding Climate Change Resilience in Northern Ghana, ACDEP
02.2013 - 12.2014
Project Manager
Rural Development Management Ghana Limited
01.2010 - 01.2013
Field Officer
Rural Development Management Ghana Limited
09.2007 - 12.2009
Gender Officer
Centre for Sustainable Development Initiatives
10.2004 - 06.2007
B.A. Geography and Resource Development - Philosophy
University of Ghana
M.A. Geography and Rural Development - Project Management and Medical Geography
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Master of Science - Planning, Monitoring And Evaluation
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology
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