About
Highly dedicated Public Health Professional with eight years of progressive experience in designing, implementing, and managing impactful community health programs. Specializing in HIV/AIDS, Malaria, and Tuberculosis prevention, I leverage proven expertise in capacity building, strategic stakeholder collaboration, and evidence-based practices to drive sustainable health outcomes. Eager to contribute to the Ministry of Health's mission as a Senior Community Health Officer, enhancing service delivery and combating epidemic diseases across the province.
Work
Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia
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Summary
Led comprehensive environmental and community health initiatives across Matero Sub-District, overseeing a team of 48 officers and impacting the health outcomes of over 143,000 residents.
Highlights
Directed a team of 48 Environmental Health Officers, providing comprehensive supervision, guidance, and leadership to ensure adherence to national policies and performance standards.
Spearheaded the development and implementation of sub-district environmental health plans and strategies, aligning with national guidelines and priorities to improve public health outcomes for 143,651 residents.
Managed the allocation of budgets for community public health activities, optimizing resource utilization to support health initiatives across 9 health facilities.
Cultivated strategic partnerships with 45 neighborhood health committees, local governments, NGOs, and international organizations to strengthen community health systems and enhance service delivery.
Designed and delivered targeted capacity-building programs and workshops for 48 environmental health officers and community health workers, significantly enhancing skills in disease prevention and health promotion.
Led the development and implementation of evidence-based guidelines for community health interventions, ensuring full compliance with Ministry of Health policies and regulations.
Coordinated a robust emergency preparedness and response framework, ensuring the availability of critical resources (e.g., water test kits, PPE) for effective public health emergencies.
Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia
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Summary
Managed operational planning and execution for COVID-19 control and prevention efforts across 8 health centers and surrounding communities in Matero sub-district.
Highlights
Directed the planning and execution of COVID-19 control and prevention initiatives, optimizing team flows and promotional strategies for 8 health centers and their communities.
Provided critical technical and logistical support to community teams, ensuring seamless operation of rapid response efforts during the pandemic.
Conducted in-depth COVID-19 data analysis using Microsoft Excel, interpreting results for daily briefings and strategic presentations to key stakeholders.
Led the successful establishment of multiple COVID-19 outreach testing centers in Matero sub-district, significantly expanding testing capacity at the height of the pandemic.
Ensured timely and accurate reporting of sub-district COVID-19 data, maintaining an up-to-date local line listing database crucial for effective public health response.
Languages
English
Certificates
Skills
Program Management
Community Health Program Design, Program Implementation, Program Evaluation, Public Health Prevention.
Stakeholder Engagement
Government Agencies Collaboration, NGO Partnerships, International Partner Coordination, Community Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration.
Data Analysis & Research
Data Utilization, Decision-Making Support, Program Improvement, Microsoft Excel, COVID-19 Data Analysis, Epidemiology.
Policy & Guidelines Development
Health Policy Creation, Standard Development, Regulatory Compliance.
Capacity Building & Training
Training Needs Assessment, Curriculum Development, Workshop Facilitation, Community Health Worker Training, Environmental Health Officer Training.
Emergency Preparedness & Response
Disaster Planning, Resource Management, Rapid Response Coordination, COVID-19 Response.
Disease Prevention
HIV/AIDS Prevention, Malaria Prevention, Tuberculosis Prevention, Infectious Disease Control.
Budget Management
Fund Allocation, Financial Oversight.
Communication
Written Communication, Verbal Communication, Presentation Skills, Briefing Delivery.
Software Proficiency
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint.