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Joseph Ndengeye

Joseph Ndengeye

BA in Finance, MPH Master in International Economics, PhD in Theoretical Economics

Summary

Dr. Joseph Ndengeye (Qiao Letian) holds a PhD in Theoretical Economics from Peking University and an MA in International Economics from Seoul National University. His work bridges health economics, economic development, and monitoring & evaluation (M&E), with a track record of translating data into policy and programmatic action. He currently serves as Head of Research and Development for the China-Africa division at the International Cooperation & China Urban Planning Institute. Previously, he held roles as M&E Officer at the Rwanda Governance Board, Analyst at the Rwanda Biomedical Center, and Interim Director of Finance and Administration at the Ministry of Sports. Guided by a service-oriented leadership philosophy, he seeks opportunities where economic research directly informs decision-making.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
21
21
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

Joseph Ndengeye has over sixteen years of experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning.

  • Monitoring and Evaluation of Public Sector Service Delivery at the Rwanda Governance Board (RGB)
  • Worked as a Data Analyst at the National Aids Control Commission (formerly Commission Nationale Pour la Lutte Contre le Sida, or CNLS), which later became the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC). During this time, I also served as the focal point for the EAPHLNP project, supporting the Rwanda Laboratory Network in its efforts to improve quality and achieve accreditation, with support from the World Bank.
  • Served as Director of Finance for two years before transitioning to a role as Statistician and M&E Expert at the Ministry of Sports and Culture. In collaboration with UNESCO, I acted as the focal point for the Interdisciplinary Centre for Excellence in Sports Science and Development (ICESSD). During this time, we conducted a research study to assess the status of sports policies in 10 selected African countries. I contributed my expertise to the development of the African Sports Policy Index, working alongside Professors Marion Keim Lees and Christo de Coning from the University of the Western Cape, South Africa.
  • Currently serving as a Senior-Level Consultant for the KOICA CP (Country Plan) Evaluation for Rwanda, supervised by ReDI (Re-shaping Development Institute) from South Korea, led by Professor Moon Suk Hong.

Professional Training Attended

  • Training on Population Survey, Tulane University and School of Public Health/Kigali, 2014
  • Training in Monitoring and Evaluation Program on HIV, funded by MEASURE Evaluation, Dakar, Senegal, 2011
  • Training in Ajax and Radgrid for ASP.NET/Dundas/Ethical Hacking/BPSNA, Nairobi, Kenya, 2009.
  • Training in Costing, Economic Evaluation, and Economic Modeling in Johannesburg, South Africa, 2008
  • International Computer Driving License, including SQL and Oracle Software, Kigali, Rwanda KIST, 2008
  • Training in Database Management, including Java and Oracle, Mbabane, Swaziland, 2008
  • Training in Strategic Information for Improving HIV/AIDS Programming, Johannesburg, South Africa, 2006
  • Statistics Analysis organized by the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda via UNICEF, 2006

Work History

Head of Research and Development

ICCI
China
05.2025 - Current
  • Spearhead research and development activities focused on Sino-Africa collaboration and policy-oriented studies.
  • Lead market research functions, including intelligence collection and the production of strategic market insights.
  • Drive corporate business development, including client acquisition and relationship management, in alignment with ICCI service standards.
  • Identify, pursue, and sustain strategic partnerships, working closely with the ICCI Group, Heads of Entities, and Managing Directors to ensure cohesive business growth.

Senior Consultant

KOICA CP(Country Plan) Evaluation for Rwanda.
Kigali, Rwanda
11.2024 - 03.2025
  • Collect internal ODA project evaluation materials and data, including reports and studies conducted by the partner country’s government and other donor agencies, as required.
  • Act as a joint evaluation expert by contributing to the CP evaluation process. This includes providing professional input and ensuring the evaluation aligns with both KOICA's objectives and the partner country's priorities.
  • Manage and facilitate high-level meetings and communication between the evaluation team and relevant government officials, donor agencies, and stakeholders. Record and prepare minutes in the provided English format.
  • Provide technical support on the analysis of data collected from the evaluation process. This includes preparing reports, conducting statistical evaluations, and assisting with the formulation of key findings and recommendations.
  • Perform other ad-hoc tasks as required, ensuring the successful completion of the evaluation mission.

Public Sector Service Deliver

Rwanda Governance Board
Kigali, Rwanda
01.2012 - 12.2023

Responsible for the overall monitoring and evaluation of Rwanda Governance Board.

  • Participate in the design of assessment tools for service delivery.
  • Develop strategies to enhance service delivery in public institutions.
  • Participate in defining RGB's standards and measurement process for assessing service delivery in public institutions.
  • Develop concept notes and proposals for assessing and promoting service delivery.
  • Participate in the establishment of a monitoring system for service delivery and its implementation.
  • Organize awareness campaigns to promote quality service delivery.
  • Foster partnerships with other institutions with a similar mandate to jointly assess the status of service delivery in the public sector.
  • Mobilize citizens to understand their rights and responsibilities in the service delivery process.
  • Monitor the implementation of the SD assessment recommendations in the relevant institutions.
  • Educate RGB staff on quality service delivery and monitor how services are being provided within RGB.
  • Write and submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to the supervisor.
  • Perform any other relevant duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.

Data Analyst

Rwanda Biomedical Centre
Kigali, Rwanda
01.2009 - 12.2012

Responsible for the overall monitoring and evaluation of Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC).

Monitoring:

  • Lead the development of RBC strategic plan and M&E frameworks Develop, implement and monitor RBC KPIs.
  • Ensure availability and accuracy of RBC reports (quarterly, annual, ad hoc).
  • Participation in Rwanda National Strategic Plan (NSP) on HIV and AIDS 2009-12 Midterm Review (MTR)

Evaluation: Plan and implement RBC program evaluations)

Coordination:

  • Ensure Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC) plans are in line with the Government policies and priorities,

• Coordination of RBC partners activities or programs.

• In-charge of activities supervision at decentralized level.

Database Management:

• Participate in Design and installation of a web-based database for capturing and storing data generated by the HIV M&E system: the CNLSnet database for district level community-based (www.cnls.gov.rw).

• In-charge of National Spending Assessment (NSA).

• In-charge of Data Quality Audit (DQA).

• In-charge of Resource Tracking Tool (RT database) of RBC.

• Reporting to SPIU/Ministry of Health on Progress of activities financed by SSF/HIV component.

Education

PhD - Theoretical Economic

Peking University
China
01.2023 - 06.2026

Master of International Economics - Economics

Seoul National University
Seoul
01.2019 - 12.2021

Master in Public Health - Public Health

University of Rwanda/College of Medicine And Health Sciences
Rwanda
01.2012 - 12.2014

Bachelor’s Degree in Economic Sciences And Management, Business Administration Option: Finance - Economic Sciences And Management

University Lay Adventists of Kigali (UNILAK) in Rwanda
Rwanda
01.2000 - 12.2004

High School Certificate in Biomedical Sciences - Biomedical Sciences

Sciences School At GISENYI
Rwanda
01.1995 - 12.2001

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Kinyarwanda
Advanced (C1)
Joseph NdengeyeBA in Finance, MPH Master in International Economics, PhD in Theoretical Economics