Camila Ayala
Quantitative researcher
Highest degree :
Masters
Field of study :
Economics
Location :
Colombia
Citizenships :
Colombian
Experience :
8 Year(s)
Countries :
Afghanistan, Colombia, El Salvador, Ethiopia, Bolivia, Kenya
Gender :
Female
Sectors :
Non-profit / NGO
Quantitative researcher with over seven years of experience evaluating development programs using rigorous empirical methods. I have contributed to randomized and quasi-experimental evaluations across Latin America, Africa, and Asia, generating high-quality evidence to inform policy and funding decisions. My work has supported strategic research agendas at the World Bank and Save the Children, including impact evaluations, large-scale data collection, and evidence synthesis. I hold PhD-level training in econometrics and development economics, and I am committed to using data and thoughtful judgment to improve outcomes for vulnerable populations.
Research and Evaluation Officer
Bogotá, Colombia
Save the Children International
June 2023
-May 2025
- Designed and conducted complex and large program evaluations, including endline evaluations, experimental and quasi-experimental outcome evaluations to inform Save the Children on the impact and efficiency of their programming. - Designed, led, and conducted research and assessments to inform program design; campaigning and advocacy; and planning and decision-making at the regional and country level. - Produced technical reports, policy briefs, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Consultant
Vancouver, Canada
The World Bank
September 2021
-May 2023
- Performed data analysis, including descriptive statistics, regression analysis, data visualization, and any other analysis as per project needs. - Designed and programmed the survey instruments according to the research needs. - Supervised the implementation of primary data collection and data entry activity and acted as the primary point of contact with the team hired to conduct surveys. - Delivered training courses for local stakeholders on the use of survey tools, data inputting and gathering, processing, and analysis.
Research Assistant
Washington DC
The World Bank
June 2017
-August 2020
- Conducted the impact evaluation of the national poverty graduation program in Afghanistan. - Ensured the quality of the collected data by coordinating and managing the data collection activities with the survey firm. - Acted as the primary point of contact between the Afghanistan field team and the Washington DC research team. - Briefed internal and external clients and donors; this includes preparing materials such as policy briefs and presentations, as needed. - Drafted proposals for donors and governments related to potential programs and innovative finance mechanisms. - Participated in writing research papers and disseminating results for academic and government audiences.
Research Assistant
Bogotá, Colombia
Universidad de los Andes
November 2014
-May 2017
- Participated in the impact evaluation of two nationwide education programs (Ser Pilo Paga and Todos a Aprender), commissioned by the Colombian Ministry of Education, as well as other several research projects on education and labor economics. - Performed literature reviews and background research. - Conducted data cleaning, analysis and management to produce descriptive statistics and econometric results. - Communicated with government stakeholders and policy makers to inform of project advancements, findings and next steps. - Collaborated in proposing courses of action to increase the impacts, effectiveness, and sustainability of the programs.
MA in Economics
Vancouver, Canada
University of British Columbia
September 2020
-May 2023
MA in Economics
Bogotá Colombia
Universidad de los Andes
January 2015
-May 2017
BA in Economics
Bogotá, Colombia
Universidad de los Andes
January 2011
-May 2015