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Work History
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Certification
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Thaddeus Musembi

Thaddeus Musembi

Dar Es Salaam

Summary

A seasoned professional with over 18 years of experience in Data Management, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), Public Financial Management (PFM), and sectoral expertise in Education, Health, and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene). Skilled in designing and implementing data-driven strategies to optimize performance, improve resource allocation, and drive impactful change. With deep expertise in fiscal policy analysis and budget performance, particularly in health and education, I have successfully addressed teacher shortages, infrastructure deficits, and critical health interventions such as HIV/AIDS, TB, and maternal health. My work in WASH has enhanced water access, sanitation, and hygiene, improving community health outcomes. A strong background in forensic accounting and fraud examination complements my ability to safeguard resources, strengthen controls, and identify financial anomalies. Passionate about capacity building, I empower teams with data-driven decision-making and collaboration to deliver impactful, sustainable solutions across sectors.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination (Visitin

IQ-Brain College
Dar Es Salaam
09.2024 - Current
  • Teaching forensic accounting concepts, identifying, investigating, and preventing financial fraud.

    Designing and delivering engaging lessons incorporating real-world case studies and industry best practices.

Consultant

Digital Health Initiatives (DHI)
Dar Es Salaam
07.2024 - Current
  • Developing compelling fundraising proposals to secure grants and partnerships, aligned with the organization’s mission.

    Spearheading the implementation and optimization of virtual office systems and digital platforms to enhance efficiency and collaboration.

Consultant

Digital Health Initiatives (DHI)
Dar Es Salaam
11.2021 - 03.2025
  • Drafted fundraising proposals and represented the organization in meetings with implementing partners and donors.

    Oversaw the development of a virtual office system to streamline operations.

Program Officer, Data Management/Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
03.2011 - 10.2024
  • Managed health information systems (CTC2, MTUHA, DHIS2, MOBY APP) across site, district, and regional levels.

    Conducted data modeling and reviewed data collection tools.

    Planned and implemented data quality strategies, analyzed and resolved data flow issues, and supported establishing standards for information system procedures.

Public Finance Management Specialist - Consultant

UNICEF
Mtwara
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Leveraging expertise in public financial management, budget monitoring, capacity building, data-driven decision-making, policy advocacy, and stakeholder engagement.

    Enhancing financial transparency, optimizing resource allocation, and driving sectoral reforms.

M&E Team Lead and SI Focal Person for Laboratory S

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
11.2019 - 10.2021
  • Designed and implemented comprehensive MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) strategies.

    Innovated data systems, built institutional capacity, and improved strategic health reporting to enhance program accountability, data quality, and service delivery.

Data Supervisor

Management for Development Health (MDH)
04.2008 - 02.2011
  • Supervised the expansion of the CTC2 database in Dar es Salaam.

    Improved data quality through cross-checking and resolving data-related issues.

    Enhanced teamwork among data clerks and monitored and evaluated data activities.

Data Clerk

MUHAS-Harvard Collaborative Research Projects
Dar Es SALAAM
10.2006 - 03.2008
  • Supported data collection, cleaning, and analysis for research initiatives.

IT and Electronics Technician

Reclaimed Appliances
Dar Es Salaam
04.2005 - 05.2006
  • Repaired IT and electronic equipment, managed data, and ensured smooth sales flow operations.

Technical Support and Network Consultant

The Open University of Tanzania and SNH University Economic Development Program
Dar Es Salaam
08.2003 - 08.2004
  • Troubleshot, maintained, and supported computer systems, hardware, software, and networks.

IT Technician Intern

Infosys IPS (T) Ltd.
Dar Es Salaam
08.2002 - 07.2003
  • Configured PCs, installed operating systems (Windows 95/98/2000, Windows XP), and set up networks, printers, and scanners.

    Conducted hardware maintenance, supported LAN implementations, and performed server installations.

IT Instructor

Dar Es Salaam Institute and Hotel Management
Dar Es Salaam
05.2002 - 07.2002
  • Developed assessments designed to evaluate student understanding of material presented during class sessions.
  • Demonstrated how to troubleshoot technical issues with computers, printers and other peripherals.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

University of The People
California, United States (Online)
06-2026

Postgraduate Diploma - Monitoring And Evaluation

Tanzania Business School
Tanzania
12-2014

Diploma - Diploma in Computer Studies And Maintenance

Dar Es Salaam Institute of Hotel And Business Mana
Dar Es Salaam
04-2002

Skills

Technical and Analytical Skills
  • Health Information Systems Proficiency (CTC2, MTUHA, DHIS2, MobyAPP)
  • Data Modeling and Analysis
  • Database Management and Optimization
  • Coding and Scripting (Python)
  • Data Visualization Tools (Power BI)
  • Trend Analysis and Forecasting
  • Machine Learning and AI Model Implementation
Additional Skills from Experience
  • Designing and Implementing MEAL Strategies
  • Transitioning Projects to Electronic Data Systems
  • Drafting Comprehensive Budget Briefs and Policy Advocacy Reports
  • Training and mentoring partners in data-driven decision-making
  • Conducting Gap Analysis for Healthcare and Education System Improvements
  • Building Institutional Capacity Through Tailored Training Programs
  • Facilitating Intersectoral Collaborations to Drive Reform
Soft Skills
  • Effective communication and active listening
  • Leadership and team-building
  • Strategic Thinking and Decision-Making
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Relationship Building
  • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability and Flexibility in Dynamic Environments
  • Cross-Cultural Competence and Inclusivity

Languages

Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2

Certification

Training in Technical and Analytical Skills

  • Applied Data Science Program: Leveraging AI for Effective Decision-Making, Institute of Data Systems and Society, Massachusets Institute of Technology (On Going)
  • Intelligence Analysis, UDEMY (2018)
  • Data Management and Analysi, Mzumbe University (2017).

Professional Education Programs

  • Foundations of Business Learning, North Eastern University (2025)
  • Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination, West Virginia University (2024)
  • Leadership and Management for PM Practitioners in IT, University of Washington (2024)
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning for Development Professionals, MEAL DPro: (2022).
  • Good Clinical Laboratory Practice, University of The Witwatersrand (2019)

Certifications and Workshops

  • Clinical Care for Autistic Adults, Harvard Medical School (2024)
  • Reporting Requirements and Compliance Fraud Risk Management Framework and Cybersecurity (Data Protection) Issues, The Institute of Risk Management, Tanzania (2024).
  • International Workshop on HIV/AIDS, I.Y.C. Span-African, Nairobi (2006)

Accomplishments

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS SUMMARY

  • Public Finance Management
    Delivered training to government officials on data-driven financial decision-making, improving budget performance and efficiency.
    Developed three flagship publications: Policy Brief, Budget Brief, and Budget Monitoring and Assessment Report, driving high-level policy advocacy and engagement.
  • Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEAL)
    Designed a comprehensive MEAL strategy that improved program accountability and outcomes through impactful dashboards, data visualization, and innovative impact measurement systems.
  • Data Systems Innovation
    Transitioned large-scale development projects from paper-based to electronic data systems, significantly improving data quality, reporting accuracy, and compliance across 86 facilities.
  • Capacity Building
    Trained over 70 lab data officers and established regional teams for real-time reporting, strengthening sustainable data management practices.
  • Strategic Health Reporting
    Developed the first national weekly high viral load reporting template, later adopted by the Ministry of Health, streamlining healthcare reporting and improving service delivery.

MEMBERSHIPS

  • Board Member, Global Leadership Summit (GLS), Tanzania (2024–Present).
  • Founder and Board Member, Digital Health Initiatives (DHI) (2020–Present).
  • Member, Chartered Management Institute (CMI) (2015–Present).

Affiliations

CORE COMPETENCIES

  • Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
    Proficient in identifying financial discrepancies, implementing fraud investigation protocols, and strengthening internal controls.
  • Public Financial Management (PFM) Expertise
    Advanced knowledge of budget analysis, fiscal policy, and intergovernmental fiscal transfers to optimize resource allocation and improve sector performance.
  • Budget Monitoring and Evaluation

    Skilled in creating budget monitoring frameworks, collaborating with councils and ministries, and evaluating performance against sector-specific commitments.

    Experienced in designing and implementing Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) strategies to enhance program performance and decision-making.

    Proficient in establishing and managing data systems to ensure quality, integrity, and accessibility for impactful insights.

    Adept at developing frameworks for impact measurement and translating findings into actionable recommendations.
  • Capacity Building and Institutional Strengthening

    Proficient in designing and implementing capacity-building initiatives for government entities, enhancing budgeting, resource allocation, and financial management competencies.

    Skilled in empowering data teams with best practices in data management and reporting.

    Adept at fostering collaboration among stakeholders to improve data-driven decision-making.

    Experienced in delivering technical training to enhance data quality and usage in public health and development programs.
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making
    Advanced skills in collecting, managing, and analyzing sector-specific data to inform financial management, program design, and policy advocacy.

    Proficient in developing monitoring frameworks and producing reports that track the success of interventions, including teacher recruitment and healthcare service delivery.
  • Policy Development and Advocacy
    Experienced in translating budget analyses into actionable policy recommendations, particularly in health and education sectors.
  • Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
    Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to foster effective collaboration with government entities and development partners.

    Skilled in driving policy engagement, ensuring data-driven discussions and decision-making processes.
  • Program Evaluation and Impact Assessment

    Competent in conducting comprehensive evaluations of public sector performance, particularly in education and health, using qualitative and quantitative data.

    Skilled in translating evaluation findings into strategic recommendations that improve service delivery and sectoral performance.
  • Targeted Resource Allocation and Mobilization
    Expertise in guiding effective allocation of public resources to meet sector-specific needs, such as improving school infrastructure, healthcare staffing, and targeted funding for critical programs like maternal and child health.

    Skilled in identifying opportunities for local resource mobilization to address underfunding in education and healthcare sectors.
  • Strategic Intervention Design
    Proficient in designing and implementing targeted interventions to address sector-specific challenges, particularly in education and healthcare.
    Competent in developing initiatives that enhance resource allocation, workforce optimization, and service delivery to achieve measurable sectoral improvements.

Sector-Specific Knowledge in Education and Health

  • Education Sector
    Expertise in evaluating education system performance and addressing factors impacting outcomes, including malnutrition, teacher shortages, and infrastructure deficits.

    Skilled in designing interventions that optimize resource allocation and enhance school performance and student outcomes.
  • Health Sector
    Advanced knowledge of designing funding strategies and interventions to address staffing shortages, infrastructure gaps, and critical healthcare needs, including HIV/AIDS, TB, gender-based violence, and maternal and child health.

    Proficient in integrating data and insights into health interventions to achieve measurable outcomes.
  • Cross-Sectoral Collaboration and Impact
    Proficient in leveraging data and stakeholder collaboration to inform impactful policies and enhance service delivery across diverse sectors.

    Experienced in delivering solutions that improve access, equity, and quality of education, healthcare, and WASH services in underserved communities.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination (Visitin

IQ-Brain College
09.2024 - Current

Consultant

Digital Health Initiatives (DHI)
07.2024 - Current

Public Finance Management Specialist - Consultant

UNICEF
04.2024 - 06.2024

Consultant

Digital Health Initiatives (DHI)
11.2021 - 03.2025

M&E Team Lead and SI Focal Person for Laboratory S

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
11.2019 - 10.2021

Program Officer, Data Management/Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation
03.2011 - 10.2024

Data Supervisor

Management for Development Health (MDH)
04.2008 - 02.2011

Data Clerk

MUHAS-Harvard Collaborative Research Projects
10.2006 - 03.2008

IT and Electronics Technician

Reclaimed Appliances
04.2005 - 05.2006

Technical Support and Network Consultant

The Open University of Tanzania and SNH University Economic Development Program
08.2003 - 08.2004

IT Technician Intern

Infosys IPS (T) Ltd.
08.2002 - 07.2003

IT Instructor

Dar Es Salaam Institute and Hotel Management
05.2002 - 07.2002

MBA - Business Administration

University of The People

Postgraduate Diploma - Monitoring And Evaluation

Tanzania Business School

Diploma - Diploma in Computer Studies And Maintenance

Dar Es Salaam Institute of Hotel And Business Mana
Thaddeus Musembi