Geoffrey Ochieng Alala
Technical Lead
A highly accomplished and strategic Senior Research and Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) expert with over 15 years of leadership experience in designing, implementing, and managing complex, donor-funded resilience, development, and humanitarian programs across Africa, Somalia in particular. Specializes in resilience measurement, participatory research methodologies, human-centered design, and adaptive management, delivering actionable evidence for major donors like USAID, FCDO, DFID, and EU. His expertise lies in fostering evidence-based decision-making by co-creating solutions with stakeholders, building robust M&E systems, and translating data into impactful programming. Adept at leading multicultural teams, navigating complex stakeholder landscapes, and driving systemic change through research and learning. He holds a master’s degree in Monitoring and Evaluation and has a bachelor’s degree in education (Arts) in Mathematics and Economics, as well as certifications in Certified Public Accounting and Human Resource Management. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Monitoring and Evaluation.
Roles & Responsibilities
• Overseeing the project, ensures methodological rigor, and manages stakeholder engagement.