Fredrick O

Research Assistant

BrightPath Consulting LLC

Sep 2025 - Present • 1 yr

Led identification and development of business models across priority value chains by mapping and engaging off-takers, including retail partners, and strengthening commercial linkages between farmer organizations, aggregators, and buyers. Contributed to policy-oriented research projects in agriculture, nutrition, and rural development in collaboration with organizations such as GIZ, JICA, and Ministries. Designed and implemented household surveys, KIIs, and FGDs across multiple counties. Conducted data cleaning, statistical analysis (STATA/SPSS), and report writing for donor-funded projects. Supported the development of research tools and methodologies aligned with project objectives

Research Assistant

World Bank • Freelance

May 2024 - Sep 2025 • 1 yr 4 mos

Led design and implementation of pilot programs focusing on, cold chain integration, and inclusive market access among smallholder horticulture farmers in Kenya.  Supported the planning, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of infrastructure investment projects in ASAL regions, contributing to evidence generation for rural development and policy decision-making. Trained, coordinated, and supervised enumerators during large-scale quantitative and qualitative field data collection exercises, ensuring adherence to research protocols and data quality standards. Conducted mixed-methods research on livestock production systems, infrastructure access, market participation, and rural livelihoods using household surveys, KIIs, FGDs, and observational techniques. Assisted in the design and development of research tools, survey instruments, and data collection methodologies aligned with project objectives and donor requirements. Performed data cleaning, validation, and statistical analysis using STATA/SPSS, contributing to accurate interpretation of research findings. Supported stakeholder consultations and field coordination activities with local communities, government agencies, and project partners across ASAL counties. Contributed to the preparation of technical reports, policy briefs, presentations, and research outputs informing infrastructure, livestock, and rural development policy and programming. Maintained research databases, documentation, and field records to ensure compliance with project timelines, reporting standards, and quality assurance procedures

Research Assistant

Consultancy • Freelance

Jan 2023 - May 2024 • 1 yr 4 mos

Coordinated field research activities and supervised enumerators during baseline, midline, and endline surveys to ensure timely and high-quality data collection. Supported the implementation of donor-funded development research projects, including assignments undertaken in collaboration with Malteser International. Conducted quantitative and qualitative data collection using household surveys, KIIs, FGDs, and digital data collection platforms across multiple project locations. Assisted in the design, pre-testing, and refinement of research tools and survey methodologies aligned with project objectives and donor requirements. Performed data cleaning, validation, and statistical analysis using STATA/SPSS to support evidence-based reporting and decision-making. Contributed to the preparation of technical reports, research summaries, presentations, and policy-oriented outputs for clients and stakeholders. Ensured compliance with research ethics, data quality standards, and project timelines throughout field implementation. Supported stakeholder engagement and coordination with community leaders, project teams, and development partners during field assignments.