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Dibyendu Chatterjee

Dibyendu Chatterjee

Monitoring and Evaluation Expert
Howrah

Summary

Results-driven Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist with 16 years of experience in developing comprehensive M&E plans and strengthening reporting systems. Successfully led district-level data collection and coordination, resulting in high-quality and timely data analysis. Eager to utilize expertise in enhancing data-driven decision-making and accountability for future opportunities through strategic program oversight and rigorous data quality assurance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

State Program Coordinator - Monitoring, Evaluation and Documentation

Evidence Action
04.2024 - Current
  • Develop M&E plans for SPM, and work plans for IFA and NDD programs.
  • Strengthen monitoring, reporting systems, and ensure timely, high-quality data collection and analysis.
  • Coordinate with Regional/District Coordinators (RCs/DCs), and tele-callers to maintain data quality.
  • Lead district, block-level data collection, and coordination with officials from the Health, Education, and WCD departments.
  • Prepare and submit timely reports, support team documentation, and contribute to program reviews and decision-making.
  • Oversee state-level monitoring and documentation (qualitative and quantitative) of program enhancement interventions.
  • Support the National M&E team in setting state targets and developing data collection/reporting tools.
  • Conduct secondary data reviews (DLHS, NFHS, HMIS, Census, etc.) and analyze state-specific indicators.
  • Design and deliver M&E training for RCs, DCs, and tele-callers.
  • Maintain program databases and dashboards; embed M&E systems for effective tracking and accountability.
  • Ensure data quality assurance processes are consistently applied across all data sources.

Manager- Community Process

Piramal Foundation
01.2022 - 03.2024
  • Identify and engage key stakeholders to leverage technical and implementation expertise.
  • Build the capacity of regional teams and District/Divisional Leads.
  • Coordinate with district authorities to identify channels for campaign rollouts.
  • Maintain partnerships with community leaders to ensure local support.
  • Analyze project data to develop reports, publications, and promotional materials for continuous learning.
  • Support program implementation by guiding regional teams and field staff (e.g., Gandhi Fellows), and identifying community champions.
  • Conduct orientations for field teams on key interventions and campaigns.
  • Plan and coordinate sensitization activities for community influencers and stakeholders.
  • Compile and analyze program data to inform regional teams and guide course corrections.
  • Share regular updates with the Program Director and participate in reviews.
  • Contribute to the development of knowledge products such as newsletters, case studies, and success stories.
  • Collaborate with like-minded institutions to leverage expertise and resources.

Monitoring and Evaluation Expert

Indian Grameen Services
08.2019 - 12.2021
  • Lead the development and implementation of the Performance Monitoring Plan (PMP), including baseline/endline assessments and routine data reporting.
  • Design and manage efficient data flow systems to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
  • Oversee results reporting to JWDS and contribute to progress and annual reports.
  • Provide strategic direction on M&E to achieve program goals, ensuring alignment with World Bank guidelines.
  • Monitor project interventions, evaluate outcomes, and share findings to inform decision-making.
  • Track training events and participants through monitoring systems to support follow-up and documentation.
  • Conduct evaluations and operational research, including design, data collection, and analysis.
  • Ensure data quality through verification processes and regular data quality audits.
  • Support dissemination of project findings and updates across teams.
  • Collaborate on budget tracking with project and finance teams.
  • Supervise M&E staff and coordinate capacity-building activities with partners and facility teams.

State Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

John Snow India
10.2018 - 08.2019
  • Support District and State TB Officers in strengthening data management systems.
  • Streamline M&E tools and processes within the first quarter of joining.
  • Conduct quarterly training sessions on data management for RNTCP staff.
  • Provide monthly handholding support for improving data quality, entry, analysis, and timely action.
  • Collect and share key program data (e.g., household tracing, counselling, nutrition support, CBNAAT use) with THALI Kolkata monthly.
  • Document M&E capacity-building processes and share updates quarterly.
  • Collate, analyze, and follow up on DBT nutrition support data monthly.
  • Perform regular frequency analysis using Excel or statistical tools.
  • Maintain well-organized electronic records accessible to the THALI team.
  • Share timely updates and required information with the Kolkata team.
  • Design, implement, and monitor field surveys and evaluation tools.
  • Train staff and oversee pilot surveys in the field.
  • Analyze survey data and produce reports, fact sheets, and infographics.

District Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

CARE INDIA
09.2017 - 10.2018
  • Company Overview: CARE India is a not-for-profit organization working in India for over 65 years, focusing on alleviating poverty and social injustice.
  • Lead CML Processes: Oversee the design, analysis, and reporting of assigned CML (Continuous Monitoring and Learning) processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and timeliness.
  • Team Management: Supervise State MLE Coordinators and data teams, ensuring optimal performance and coordination with RMLE/DMLE/MLE-S and other stakeholders.
  • Coordination & Innovation: Collaborate with Block MLE Coordinators and operations teams to innovate and enhance data collection, logistics, cleaning, and collation strategies.
  • Training & Capacity Building: Ensure thorough training of all data collectors on tools and methodology, including refreshers, supplementary, and individual trainings when required.
  • Performance Monitoring: Develop and implement systems to monitor daily outputs of data collectors, ensuring accountability and productivity.
  • Data Quality Assurance: Ensure rigorous quality checks through regular back-checks, spot-checks, and editing, led by Block and State MLE Coordinators.
  • Protocol Adherence: Guarantee strict compliance with data collection protocols, ethical guidelines, and organizational standards, including timely task completion.
  • Capacity Support: Identify training needs and provide continuous support to district and block teams through hands-on guidance and formal sessions.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting: Conduct descriptive and advanced analysis, prepare reports and slide decks, and present findings to stakeholders and partners.
  • MIS & Donor Reporting Support: Support MIS management for TSU and VL programs, and assist in data analysis and reporting to donors and government bodies.
  • CARE India is a not-for-profit organization working in India for over 65 years, focusing on alleviating poverty and social injustice.

MIS Consultant

UNICEF
01.2017 - 09.2017
  • Company Overview: UNICEF is a global child welfare organization, providing aid, developmental support, and advocating for children's rights.
  • Supervise Data Collection: Oversee regular data collection by implementing partners, ensuring data quality through random verification, validation, and field visits.
  • Data Management: Maintain and preserve monitoring and evaluation (M&E) data securely and ensure it is easily accessible.
  • Data Analysis & Sharing: Analyze monitoring data and facilitate regular discussions with the project team to inform decision-making.
  • Technical M&E Support: Provide technical guidance on M&E to Project Managers and partners, including evidence-based recommendations.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Document project activities and best practices from the field; lead preparation of reports for internal and donor use.
  • Planning & Budgeting: Actively participate in program planning and budgeting processes.
  • Review & Follow-up: Organize monthly, quarterly, and annual review meetings and track action plans of project staff.
  • Task Support: Assist the project team with additional tasks as required for smooth implementation.
  • NGO Monitoring: Monitor the performance and compliance of 14 implementing NGOs under the project.
  • Government Coordination: Collaborate closely with government administration to align project activities with public systems.
  • UNICEF is a global child welfare organization, providing aid, developmental support, and advocating for children's rights.

Program Manager

ASHA FOUNDATION
06.2016 - 12.2016
  • Data Analysis & Management: Skilled in collecting, analyzing, interpreting, and managing large datasets to generate actionable insights.
  • Reporting & Documentation: Proficient in writing detailed reports, project proposals, concept notes, and creating impactful PowerPoint presentations.
  • Stakeholder Communication: Experienced in effectively coordinating with government departments, private sector partners, and funding agencies.
  • Financial Management: Knowledgeable in planning, budgeting, and monitoring financial activities to ensure efficient use of project resources.
  • Liaison & Coordination: Strong ability to maintain productive relationships with funding agencies and ensure smooth project implementation through effective liaison and follow-ups.

M&E Officer

CARE INDIA
08.2010 - 05.2016
  • Company Overview: CARE India is a not-for-profit organization working in India for over 65 years, focusing on alleviating poverty and social injustice.
  • MIS Reporting & Data Analysis: Coordinate with the Programme Manager to develop and periodically revise detailed MIS reports based on project activities and evolving requirements.
  • Trend Monitoring: Support in analyzing monthly trends of major nutritional indicators and preparing brief notes on indicator patterns over time.
  • Data Comparison & Gap Analysis: Compare monthly data to track progress, identify gaps at the beneficiary level, and report areas needing attention.
  • Field Verification: Undertake field visits to cross-verify data with records maintained on the ground and validate against actual reports.
  • Secondary Data Validation: Cross-check MIS findings with secondary malnutrition data available at the district level for consistency.
  • Quarterly Reporting: Prepare a compiled report highlighting major observations and insights at the end of each quarter.
  • Programmatic Support: Assist in various programme support functions including documentation, sub-agreements, and record maintenance.
  • Procurement Support: Help in preparing PRs, POs, GRNs, and track ordering and usage of project supplies.
  • HR & Office Operations: Support HR in recruitment processes and ensure smooth functioning of office operations and resources.
  • Documentation Management: Maintain a comprehensive database of all project-related documents and transactions for easy retrieval and compliance.
  • CARE India is a not-for-profit organization working in India for over 65 years, focusing on alleviating poverty and social injustice.

Education

Master of Philosophy -

Burdawan University

Masters in Anthropology - Minor in Social Anthropology

Calcutta University
Kolkata, West Bengal

DIPLOMA in COMPUTER APPLICATION - undefined

Youth Computer Center

Skills

  • Data-driven insights
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Developing Monitoring tools in ODK
  • Kobo Collect data collection expertise
  • Data analysis and visualization
  • Power BI data visualization
  • Looker dashboard creation
  • Statistical analysis using SPSS
  • Excel data analysis skills

Certification

DIPLOMA in PUBLIC HEALTH, ALISON, 2025-01-01

Coursework

  • DIPLOMA in COMPUTER APPLICATION, Youth Computer Center, West Bengal, 2007-01-01
  • Making Dashboard in Excel and Data Analysis in Excel

Interests

Photography

Timeline

State Program Coordinator - Monitoring, Evaluation and Documentation

Evidence Action
04.2024 - Current

Manager- Community Process

Piramal Foundation
01.2022 - 03.2024

Monitoring and Evaluation Expert

Indian Grameen Services
08.2019 - 12.2021

State Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

John Snow India
10.2018 - 08.2019

District Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

CARE INDIA
09.2017 - 10.2018

MIS Consultant

UNICEF
01.2017 - 09.2017

Program Manager

ASHA FOUNDATION
06.2016 - 12.2016

M&E Officer

CARE INDIA
08.2010 - 05.2016

Masters in Anthropology - Minor in Social Anthropology

Calcutta University

DIPLOMA in COMPUTER APPLICATION - undefined

Youth Computer Center

Master of Philosophy -

Burdawan University

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