Van Credle
About Van Credle
Van Credle is a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist at Solidarity Center in the Washington D.C. Metro Area, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in monitoring and evaluation, having held various roles in organizations such as Boston University, Counterpart International, and the International Organization for Migration.
Work at Solidarity Center
Van Credle has served as a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Specialist at Solidarity Center since 2018. In this role, Credle focuses on enhancing the effectiveness of programs through robust monitoring and evaluation practices. Credle co-leads the internal Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Community of Practice, which promotes collaboration between program implementers and MEL practitioners. Additionally, Credle leads MEL and Knowledge Management (KM) support for global programs funded by various U.S. government agencies and private foundations.
Previous Experience
Prior to joining Solidarity Center, Van Credle held several positions that contributed to their expertise in monitoring and evaluation. Credle worked as a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Officer at Counterpart International from 2016 to 2018. Earlier roles include Assistive Technology Coordinator at The Catholic University of America from 2011 to 2014 and Monitoring and Evaluation Consultant for the International Organization for Migration in Kabul, Afghanistan, from 2014 to 2015. Credle also has experience in accessible media and technology from their time at Boston University and Dolphin Computer Access.
Education and Expertise
Van Credle holds a Bachelor of Science in Advertising from Boston University, where they studied from 2004 to 2006. Credle furthered their education at The Catholic University of America, earning a Master of Arts in Integral Economics and Management Development from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, Credle studied Communication at Virginia Tech for one year in 2003. This educational background supports Credle's expertise in monitoring, evaluation, and learning, particularly in developing quality standards and ethical considerations in research.
Technical Support and Management
In their current role, Van Credle manages international evaluation consultants, overseeing various aspects of evaluation projects. This includes defining scopes of work, applications, methodologies, data collection, and final analysis. Credle directs technical support for programs and local partners in multiple countries, including Cambodia, Guatemala, Lesotho, and South Africa. This management role emphasizes Credle's commitment to ensuring effective evaluation processes and stakeholder engagement.