Thato Mokaeane

[email protected] • +266 5758 9445 • Maseru, Lesotho

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning (MEL) Specialist with over 10 years of experience supporting donor-funded HIV/AIDS programs, with strong expertise in PEPFAR/DOS-aligned M&E systems. Experienced in HIV service delivery areas, including HTS, PMTCT, PrEP, TB referrals, linkage to care, and retention programs, combined with expertise in data systems, indicator tracking, and performance monitoring. Proven ability to support facility-level data systems, conduct Data Quality Assessments (DQAs), strengthen reporting processes, and translate health program data into actionable insights for decision-making. Skilled in DHIS2, DATIM, SAVIX, KOBO, and CommCare.

WORK EXPERIENCE

M&E Manager
01/2024 - 12/2025
mothers2mothers
• Led M&E implementation across 10 districts supporting HIV programs, including PMTCT, EID, HTS, TB referrals, and linkage to care
• Supported tracking of key indicators, including HTS, ART linkage, retention, PrEP, PMTCT, TB, OVC_SERV, and OVC_HIVSTAT
• Conducted routine Data Quality Assessments (DQAs) and validation exercises
• Mentored district M&E staff and facility teams (data clerks and service providers) on data reporting and use
• Facilitated data review meetings to improve program performance and service delivery outcomes
• Supported integration of data into dashboards and reporting systems
• Ensured timely and accurate donor reporting aligned with PEPFAR requirements
Senior MEAL Coordinator
01/2022 - 12/2024
Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
• Coordinated MEAL systems across multi-district HIV programs, including TX_CURR, HTS, and linkage services
• Implemented SAVIX MIS and FCRM systems to strengthen reporting and accountability
• Conducted routine DQAs and supported partners in improving data quality and reporting accuracy
• Delivered quarterly and annual donor reports
• Facilitated partner capacity building on M&E systems and data use
• Supported program learning through data reviews and assessments
Senior Data Officer
01/2020 - 12/2022
Baylor College of Medicine
• Managed DHIS2 systems supporting HIV program data across districts and facilities
• Supported HTS and reporting, PrEP reporting, and HIV indicator tracking
• Conducted Data Quality Assessments and audits of facility-level data
• Trained facility-based social workers on data reporting, validation, and use
• Improved completeness and accuracy of HIV program data
• Supported monitoring of PrEP initiation and follow-up
MEAL Coordinator / District Roles
01/2016 - 12/2020
CRS
• Supported DREAMS program monitoring, including HTS uptake and linkage outcomes
• Assisted in baseline, tracer, and endline evaluations
• Coordinated PRDQA processes and indicator tracking
• Supported development of data collection tools aligned with program indicators
• Contributed to partner reporting and donor alignment
Research Assistant
01/2012 - 12/2014
Population Services International (PSI)
• Conducted qualitative and quantitative data collection to support HIV prevention, testing, and linkage-to-care interventions for key and priority populations
• Supported implementation of early LINKAGES-related programming focused on improving access to HIV services and continuity of care
• Facilitated in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and surveys
• Performed data transcription, cleaning, and validation to ensure accuracy and completeness of datasets

EDUCATION

Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management
01/2024
MANCOSA

SKILLS

CERTIFICATIONS

MEAL DPro
01/2024
CRS
Monitoring & Evaluation
01/2019
IDM

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