1. Chris K. Oscar
Data and Place of birth: October 20, 1984, Sanniquellie, Liberia
Gender: Male
Address: Lakpazee Airfield • Monrovia • Liberia
PHONE: 088 623 2871/ 077 760 9947 • E-MAIL coscar240@gmail.com
PROFILE
Research design: Experienced in designing qualitative and quantitative
research studies, including preparing surveys, FGD and KIIs. Familiar with
advanced research methods including barrier analysis, photo voice and
participatory research techniques.
Data analysis: Demonstrated skills in analyzing qualitative and quantitative
data to draw recommendations that can be applied to inform program design
and implementation and also demonstrated skill data management in excel.
Monitoring and Evaluation tool preparation: Experienced in preparing M&E
tools such baseline survey tools, M&E plans, selection of indicators, and others
data collection tools for quality assurance purpose. Engaged communities on
program objectives and implementation.
Reporting writing and presentation: Strong written and verbal communication
skills, including excellent command of research report writing, media releases
and success story writings.
Training: Experienced trainer on numerous topics including: M&E, qualitative
research design, mobile data, community entry, government health policy,
business startup and development.
EXPERIENCE
April 2014 – Current: Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning Officer, ECAP I & II,
Mercy Corps Liberia
 Research lead within the M&E team. Responsible for designing and
implementing research strategy across $12 mil USAID/OFDA funded post
emergency program.
 Responsible for research work plan, designing reporting templates,
sampling process, and design of all research tools, including FDGs, KIIs and
surveys. Implemented advanced qualitative studies including barrier
analysis on child vaccination rates.
 Led the analysis process on all qualitative studies and prepared all research
reports and documents for donor dissemination.

2.  Measured partners performance and monitored project sites and supported
implementing partners based on data based evidence recommendations.
 Led and coordinated data collection and community engagement processes
 Managed data in excel and dashboard, prepared M&E Plans.
 Designed training materials for M&E Officers in local partner organizations
and led trainings on barrier analysis techniques and designing qualitative
studies. Mentored staff in mobile data collection techniques.
 Supported the field activities of local partners, ensuring implementation
was meeting identified objectives. Provided feedback to Program Director
on areas of improvement and guidance in program implementation
strategy.
April 2013 – March 2014: Monitoring,Evaluation and Learning Assistant,Mercy Corps Liberia
 Lead national staff member for qualitative research on large social
mobilization emergency Ebola program.
 Conducted research studies using various techniques including photovoice
methodology, barrier analysis approach and participatory research tools.
Solely responsible for preparation of all research reports for dissemination
to donors, partners and government officials.
 Participated in final program evaluation. Due to manager leaving was solely
responsible for all data analysis and the final evaluation report. Presented
on findings to national coordination workshop.
 Conducted training on mobile data, project objectives and key aspects of
program implementation to sub-partner field staff. Provided follow up
support and coordination to staff on issues arising.
 Coordinated between M&E and program team to ensure program
objectives were achieved and measurements were communicated.
March 2012 – April 2013: Entrepreneurship Field Monitor/ Employment and Entrepreneurship
Facilitator, PROSPECTS, Mercy Corps Liberia
Began as field monitor but due to work strengths was quickly promoted to
facilitator.
 Conducted trainings on youth entrepreneurship and job readiness for
across Monrovia.
 Provided feedback and guidance on training modules and worked with
consultant to ensure modules met youth needs.
 Mentored youth in preparing appropriate and feasible business plans and
budgets.
 Worked with leadership team to evaluate business plans for grant award.
 Mentored youth entrepreneurs in managing their businesses. Including
assisting themwith ledgers, cash flow management, business design and
stock maintenance.
January 2010 – November 2011: Sale Supervisor, DON-KAN Gas Station, Airfield, Monrovia

3.  Collected sale records and cash accrued on a daily basis
 Monitor cash flows and sales
 Recorded supplies to the station
January 2006 – December 2008: High School Teacher, Korean Liberian Mission High School,
Congo Town, Monrovia
 Prepared weekly lesson plans for students
 Managed classes and guided student with their lessons
EDUCATION
2013: Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
United Methodist University, Monrovia, Liberia
2006: High School Diploma
Monrovia Open Bible Standard School, Monrovia, Liberia
TRAINING
Certificate in Intermediate Excel
ICT Centre, Monrovia, Liberia
April 2016
Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation Fundamentals
USAID Measure Evaluation (Online)
October 2015
Certificate in Data Demand and Use
USAID Measure Evaluation (Online)
October 2015
Certificate in Barrier Analysis/Design for Behavior Change
Mercy Corps HQ, Monrovia, Liberia
February 2015
Qualitative Research Training
Mercy Corps HQ, Monrovia, Liberia
January 2015
Data Management Training
Mercy Corps HQ, Monrovia, Liberia
October 2014
Entrepreneurship Training

4. Mercy Corps HQ, Monrovia, Liberia
April 2013
SKILLS
- Qualitative and quantitative research design and analysis
- Training and capacity building
- Report writing
- Mobile data collection and software use
- Partner management
Advance MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
REFERENCES
Wah Ajavon
Employment & Entrepreneurship Manager, Mercy Corps
Phone: 0886519216
Email: wajavon@mercycorps.org
Job Matsehe
Partner Support Manager, Mercy Corps
Phone: 0886-518954 or 00254720-360-636
Email: jmatsehe@mercycorps.org
Nyema Richards
Old Matadi, Airfield Monrovia Liberia
Phone: 088 654 0775
Email: nrichards@mercycorps.org
Lakpazee, Airfield • Monrovia • Liberia • PHONE 088 623 2871/ 077 760 9947 • E-MAIL coscar240@gmail.com