Chesley Machingaifa
About Chesley Machingaifa
Chesley Machingaifa serves as a Data Manager at Catholic Relief Services in Western Province, Zambia, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a B.A. in Demography with Development Studies from The University of Zambia and has extensive experience in data management and capacity building.
Work at Catholic Relief Services
Chesley Machingaifa has been serving as a Data Manager at Catholic Relief Services since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for providing routine monitoring and evaluation support to program-supported facilities in the Western Province of Zambia. His work includes implementing data management plans to ensure the quality, authenticity, and accuracy of project data. Prior to his current position, he worked as a District Data Management Officer at the same organization from 2018 to 2021, where he focused on data management in Chirundu.
Education and Expertise
Chesley Machingaifa earned a Bachelor of Arts in Demography with Development Studies from The University of Zambia, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. His educational background provides him with a strong foundation in demographic analysis and population studies, which he applies in his current role in data management. His expertise includes data use, management, analysis, and reporting, which he utilizes to support project staff and partners.
Background
Chesley Machingaifa has a background in data management and demographic studies. His career at Catholic Relief Services began in 2018, where he developed skills in data management and analysis. His experience in both the District Data Management Officer and Data Manager roles has equipped him with the knowledge to conduct periodic data quality assessments and ensure accurate reporting to donors.
Achievements
In his role as Data Manager, Chesley Machingaifa supports capacity building initiatives for project staff and partners. He is involved in the review and implementation of data management systems, focusing on data security and analysis plans. His contributions to routine monitoring and evaluation have enhanced the overall data quality within the programs he supports.