Tona Isibo
About Tona Isibo
Tona Isibo serves as the Deputy Chief of Party and Merl Director for the Isvp Program at Global Communities and as Senior Manager of Strategy and Learning at The Mastercard Foundation. With over a decade of experience in program management and evaluation, Isibo specializes in strategic planning and evidence-based programming for children, youth, and vulnerable families.
Work at Global Communities
Tona Isibo currently serves as the Deputy Chief of Party and Merl Director for the ISVP Program at Global Communities. In this role, which he has held since 2018, he focuses on strategic planning and evidence-based programming aimed at supporting children, youth, and vulnerable families. Prior to this position, he worked at Global Communities as the Monitoring Evaluation Research and Learning Director from 2015 to 2018, and as the Senior Team Leader for Monitoring and Evaluation from 2013 to 2015. His tenure at Global Communities spans over five years, contributing to various initiatives within the organization.
Current Role at The Mastercard Foundation
Since 2019, Tona Isibo has been employed as the Senior Manager of Strategy and Learning at The Mastercard Foundation in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this capacity, he utilizes his extensive experience in program management and evaluation to enhance the foundation's strategic initiatives. His role involves developing and implementing strategies that align with the foundation's mission to promote financial inclusion and economic advancement.
Education and Expertise
Tona Isibo holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Reading, which he completed between 2003 and 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree from the Dyson School of Design Engineering in 2010. His academic background supports his specialization in strategic planning and evidence-based programming, particularly for children, youth, and vulnerable families. With over a decade of experience in the development sector, he has developed expertise in program management and monitoring and evaluation.
Professional Background
Tona Isibo has a diverse professional background that includes working with both international NGOs and government institutions. His career in the development sector has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of program management, monitoring, and evaluation. His previous roles at Global Communities demonstrate his commitment to enhancing the effectiveness of development programs through rigorous evaluation and strategic oversight.
Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation
With over ten years of experience in monitoring and evaluation, Tona Isibo has established a strong foundation in assessing program effectiveness and impact. His roles at Global Communities, including Monitoring Evaluation Research and Learning Director and Senior Team Leader for Monitoring and Evaluation, highlight his focus on evidence-based practices. His work has contributed to the development of strategies that improve program outcomes for targeted populations.