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MEAL & Data Science Lead

Keomany Sackdavong

MEAL leader and data scientist with a Computer Science foundation and 13+ years across evaluation, analytics and IT. I design indicator and evaluation frameworks, then build the analytics behind them — data pipelines, statistical and machine-learning models, and dashboards decision-makers actually act on.

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Keomany Sackdavong
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Years in M&E,
Data & IT
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Years Analytics
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About
Summary & Technical Proficiency

MEAL leader and data scientist with a Computer Science foundation and 13+ years across evaluation, analytics and IT. Designs indicator and evaluation frameworks, then builds the analytics behind them — data pipelines, statistical and machine-learning models in Python and SQL, and dashboards that decision-makers act on. Developer-level DHIS2 and advanced Power BI, with a track record in data-quality frameworks, AI and automation, and capacity-building.

Recent initiative — AI & automation (KSV Academy): designed and deployed LLM-based agents and automated analysis and reporting workflows, cutting manual data-preparation time across recurring analytical tasks.
Python (pandas, NumPy, automation)Advanced
SQL & DatabasesAdvanced
Machine LearningProficient
Statistical AnalysisAdvanced
Power BIAdvanced
DHIS2 (incl. mapping/dashboards)Developer
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Provinces
Built and supported national government data systems with the Ministry of Health (CHAS) across all regions of Lao PDR — national DHIS2 platform, analytical reporting and dashboards.
PythonSQL Machine LearningPower BI TableauDHIS2 KoboDonor Reporting

Data Science & Analytics

Predictive Modelling & Machine Learning (regression, classification, clustering) · Statistical Analysis & Hypothesis Testing · Data Pipelines, ETL & Database Design · Dashboard Development & Data Visualisation · AI & Automation Workflows · Web Application Development · Tableau · Advanced Excel · SPSS

MEAL & Evaluation

Indicator & Results Framework Design · Global Fund and FCDO Donor Reporting · Data-Quality Assessment & Assurance (DQA, HFC, back-checks) · Baseline / Endline Survey Design (Kobo, SurveyCTO) · Data Confidentiality & Governance · Capacity Building for Government Counterparts

LaoNative
EnglishProfessional
ThaiProfessional
Career Journey
Experience
Oct 2024 – Present
MEAL Team Leader
Health Poverty Action (HPA), Lao PDR · FCDO & Global Fund
  • Lead the MEAL function across 5+ programmes — indicator frameworks, evaluation design and donor reporting to FCDO and Global Fund — and build the analytics behind them in Python, SQL, Power BI and DHIS2; supervise 2 officers.
  • Built an automated 34-check data-quality framework in Python applied to an 8,000+ record surveillance dataset, with flagged-record triage, remediation plan and re-check criteria.
  • Designed a full-year indicator tracking system covering 16 Global Fund indicators with automated period, semiannual and annual roll-up logic.
  • Train field and partner staff on data systems, quality standards and analytical tools.
Jan 2022 – Dec 2023
HIV Data & MERL Officer
World Health Organization (WHO), Lao PDR · Global Fund & WHO HQ
  • Supported the national DHIS2 platform and built statistical analysis and dashboards across all 17 provinces with the Ministry of Health (CHAS).
  • Led 4 national data-quality cycles (~30% completeness gain) and trained & mentored 50+ government staff on data systems and reporting.
  • Produced statistical analyses and dashboards for Global Fund grants and WHO HQ; applied data-confidentiality standards.
Sep 2019 – Jan 2022
M&E Team Leader & MIS Officer
Health Poverty Action (HPA), Lao PDR · FCDO
  • Led development of the national MIS and mobile data systems across 8+ district offices in 4 provinces.
  • Administered databases, servers and mobile data tools; managed procurement of IT/MIS resources.
  • Coordinated 10+ NGO/CSO data counterparts and produced statistical reports for FCDO.
Nov 2018 – Sep 2019
MEAL Officer
Humanity & Inclusion (HI), Lao PDR · European Union
  • Built data-collection tools and analysis for the EU-funded UXO programme, covering 3,000+ beneficiaries.
  • Produced analytical reports and datasets for HI HQ (Brussels), the National Regulatory Authority and the EU.
Nov 2015 – Nov 2018
IT Officer
Humanity & Inclusion (HI), Lao PDR
  • Managed network, cloud-server hosting, VPN and data-backup systems — hosting, security and data integrity.
Jun 2013 – Oct 2015
Senior Programmer Analyst
3SD Development, Lao PDR
  • Developed enterprise web applications and databases; designed server standards and trained junior developers.
Sep 2011 – Dec 2011
M&E Volunteer
Ministry of Natural Resources & Environment – IWRM Project, Lao PDR
  • Built data-collection tools, verified data integrity and produced analytical reports for senior management.
Credentials
Education, Certifications & References

Education

B.Sc. Computer Science
Soutsaka Institute of Technology
Vientiane Capital · 2009 – 2014
Computer-science foundation in software development, databases, statistics and systems — applied to analytics, modelling and data platforms.

Certifications

DQA AssessorWHO, 2022
DHIS2 Data AnalysisHISP/WHO, 2021
SurveyCTO Advanced2020

Professional References

VC
Vannapha Chittavalada
Deputy Country Director, HPA
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Khamsook Phommavongsa
Senior Program Manager, HPA
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Praphad Syladouangchay
Former Malaria Program Manager
Full contact details available on request.

Let's work together

Open to MEAL, data science and analytics roles and consulting engagements.

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