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Nationality Kenyan

Marital status Single

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Do you have a clean certificate of good conduct? Yes

Terah Keith Aligula,
P.O Box 1154-00521,
Nairobi, Kenya.
keithterah01@gmail.com,
+254-719-531-102,
02nd July, 2026.



Dear Members of the Hiring Committee,
RE: APPLICATION FOR MONITORING, EVALUATION, RESEARCH & LEARNING (MERL) OFFICER
I am writing to express my interest in the Monitoring, Evaluation, Research & Learning (MERL) Officer position at the World University Service of Canada (WUSC). With a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Biotechnology and four years of experience as a Programs Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning Officer, I have cultivated a strong foundation in data management and quality assurance within development programs. With a deep-seated commitment to youth empowerment, health advocacy, and community-led development, I am confident in my ability to contribute to the transformative mission of World University Service of Canada (WUSC).
My professional journey has equipped me with essential skills in collaboration and problem-solving. I have actively supported the implementation of MERL frameworks and project log-frames that ensure robust data collection and reporting capabilities. My experience includes conducting routine data verification processes to uphold established quality standards across project portfolios. Additionally, I am adept at managing both quantitative and qualitative data to inform program adaptations effectively. In my current role, I contribute significantly in documentation efforts that synthesize complex information into accessible learning products. This aligns closely with your need for timely MERL reports for internal use and donor submissions. Furthermore, my commitment to social inclusion drives me to support capacity-building initiatives for Refugee-Led Organizations (RLOs), enhancing their accountability standards through tailored training strategies.
I am adept at cultivating and maintaining relationships with a wide array of stakeholders, including government ministries, private sector entities, civil society organizations, and partners. My ability to engage and collaborate with these groups has been pivotal in driving organization-centric initiatives that address economic, health, and social development issues.
The opportunity to work with World University Service of Canada (WUSC) excites me not only because of its impactful programmes but also due to its commitment to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable populations. I am eager to bring my strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and passion for capacity-building initiatives for Refugee-Led Organizations (RLOs) programme), enhancing their accountability standards through tailored training strategies.
I am excited about the opportunity to contribute my analytical skills and passion for knowledge management at WUSC while addressing critical issues faced by displaced populations across Africa. I am keen to further discuss how my expertise and vision align with World University Service of Canada’s objectives. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the possibility of contributing to your team and advancing the impactful work of World University Service of Canada (WUSC).
Sincerely,
Terah Keith Aligula.