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About Candidate
As a Clinical Officer and Public Health Practitioner with over six years of experience, I specialize in immunization programs, community health promotion, and capacity building in underserved settings. I have led health awareness campaigns, designed culturally tailored education materials, and implemented targeted interventions for at-risk populations, addressing communicable and non-communicable diseases. Skilled in training and mentoring frontline health workers, I excel in disease prevention, cold chain management, and adherence monitoring. With a focus on data-driven solutions and community engagement, I am dedicated to advancing ANECCA’s mission by delivering impactful, sustainable health interventions that empower communities.
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Education
Public Health Officer Bachelor of Science in Public Health (August 2022 – May 2025) Mountains of the Moon University Currently hold a Bachelor of Science in Public Health, gaining knowledge and practical skills in disease prevention, health promotion, community health, health services management, and environmental health. Equipped with field experience through community outreach, health education, vaccination programs, and public health research. Preparing to contribute effectively to improving health outcomes and addressing public health challenges.
Clinical Officer Diploma in Clinical Medicine and Community Health (2013–2017) Completed a diploma program focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide range of medical conditions. Trained in clinical procedures, patient care, disease prevention, and health education. Gained hands-on experience in outpatient care, inpatient management, minor surgeries, and community health services. Developed strong clinical judgment and patient-centered care skills.
Work & Experience
Consent & Eligibility Officer Makerere University Lung Institute | February 2025 – Present Conduct informed consent sessions, ensuring participants fully understand study procedures and voluntarily participate. Screen and assess participants for eligibility, improving recruitment accuracy and compliance with study protocols. Strictly follow ethical guidelines, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and institutional review board (IRB) requirements to protect participant safety and data integrity. Support national outbreak response, including Ebola clinical trial screening and participant management. Provide continuous participant support and follow-up, improving retention and ensuring ongoing informed consent. Contribute to maintaining high ethical standards and regulatory compliance throughout clinical trial processes.
Health Educator Baylor College of Medicine – ACE – Bunyoro Project | February 2021 – September 2024 Designed and led health education campaigns, increasing community awareness and adoption of preventive health behaviors. Trained and mentored over 30 healthcare workers in HIV/AIDS care, nutrition support, and emergency response, strengthening service delivery at both district and community levels. Managed ART service delivery for HIV/AIDS patients, achieving over 95% adherence and viral load suppression in line with Uganda MoH guidelines. Organized community outreach sessions, educating over 5,000 community members on maternal health, nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention. Implemented and monitored patient care and nutrition program tools, improving data quality and enabling timely program adjustments. Collaborated with government agencies, NGOs, and community leaders to strengthen local health systems and ensure services aligned with national standards.
Health & Nutrition Officer Child & Family Foundation – Kampala, Uganda | January 2018 – December 2020 Conducted nutrition assessments and supported IMAM and IYCF programs, improving health outcomes for children and mothers. Managed patient care by developing treatment plans, adjusting therapies, and coordinating referrals as needed. Implemented monitoring and evaluation systems, reducing acute malnutrition cases by 25% within one year. Identified and treated over 1,500 cases of severe and moderate malnutrition, achieving an 85% recovery rate through targeted nutritional interventions.
