Joseph Kokumu is a Research, Monitoring and Evaluation expert with background in statistics and experience in public health. He has over five years of experience in Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) and research roles at Amref Health Africa in Kenya, where he plays a key role in enhancing the organization’s M&E and research processes. He is currently pursuing three masters programs: Master of Public Health in Epidemiology and Biostatistics at Amref International University, Master of Science in Digital Transformation at Nexford University, and MSc in Data Science at the University of East London, and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Statistics from Egerton University. Joseph has a wealth of experience in M&E and research, providing technical expertise and support to programmes in planning, monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning (PMEAL). He is an expert in programme development and implementation, research design, data management, data quality assurance, data analysis, and data visualization, and is passionate about leveraging data for evidence-based programming and decision-making. His research interest is in public health, especially Disease Control and Prevention, Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights and Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, and a strong passion for exploring mental health issues. He plays a pivotal role in the Amref Ethics and Scientific Review Committee (ESRC) ensuring that ethical research practices are upheld not only within Amref Health Africa but also across other organizations. He is an active member of the Bioethics Society of Kenya, contributing to the advancement of ethical research practices in Kenya and beyond. He is a multi-award-winning digital creative recognized for his impact in the digital spaces and is committed to driving best practices in M&E, research, and digital transformation.