Fiona Ouma

About Fiona Ouma

Project Management | Monitoring & Evaluation | Research & Data Analysis | Knowledge Management | Operations Management | Project Management Specialist with 6+ years of experience driving development impact through program design, operations, and knowledge management. I leverage data-driven insights and evidence-based research and evaluation to shape programs that deliver measurable outcomes and long-term value. Designed a high-impact program framework that boosted alignment with donor goals by 23% and cut operational costs by 8%, blending strategy, execution, and evaluation seamlessly. Driven by innovation and lifelong learning, my work spans broad efforts to drive systemic change through impact-driven programming, capacity building, and inclusive development strategies. While gender equity remains a lifelong passion, I have also led and contributed to various programs at the intersection of gender and climate change, education, policy design and social innovation across the development sector. Key AchievementsMacArthur Foundation - Led in depth research and produced a 31-page insights landscape analysis report with findings, recommendations and lesson learned on capacity-building program models across philanthropy. Presented findings to the Funders Infrastructure Group, a collaborative of about 16 private foundations driving cross sector learning and engagement.Segal Family Foundation - Enhanced operations workflows across 5 regional countries. Achieved a 15% reduction in operational costs through streamlined procurement, logistics and budgeting systems.GrowthAfrica Business Accelerator - Designed and implemented the first Learning and Development policy, knowledge management system, and resource hub. Improved internal learning outcomes by 12% and fostered a culture of continuous learning. I thrive in fast-paced, multicultural environments. You will probably find me at the heart of a philanthropic organization or global multilateral development organizations, brainstorming ideas, mobilizing resources and funding towards bold, mission-aligned, and context-driven initiatives that solves real-world challenges. Currently obsessed with: Diary of a CEO podcast by Stephen Bartlett

Experience

1. Program Evaluation Consultant

   Segal Family Foundation

   Jul 2024 — Present · US

Education

• Strathmore University

  Project Management Professional (PMP)

  2017 — 2017

• Humentum Training

  Professional Certificate, Fighting Fraud in Non Profit Oganisations

  2019

• Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)

  Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resource Management.

• College of Human Resource Management (CHRM)

  Higher diploma in Human Resource Management

• New England College of Business

  Masters of Business Administration - MBA

• Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy

  Masters of International Development Policy

• Duke University

  Project Management for Development Professionals, Project Management