David Kithome
Nairobi
Summary
A skilled medical and public health specialist with broad experience in humanitarian work in conflict zones. Experienced in strategic planning, project coordination, and implementation of health care systems, with an emphasis on primary health care. Incredibly effective in building cross-sector partnerships with governments, NGOs, and humanitarian organizations to address inequities and increase access to essential medical services. Strong expertise in public health program implementation, supervision, and development of health policies, while advocating for inclusive healthcare services for the most vulnerable and marginalized populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Primary Health Care Manager and RCCE Supervisor
UK-Med
Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv, Sumy, Zaporhizhia Ukraine
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Led the defining, implementation and monitoring of the Primary Health Care and RCCE Program, according to UK-Med's project plans and mission strategy, standards and protocols.
- Supervised the Medical Team Leads ensuring a homogeneous mission Program approach and management across all projects
- Supervised & authorized RCCE budget expenditure ensuring efficient resource use
- Responsible for monitoring and evaluating the quality of health care services across multiple bases
- Assumed responsibilities of Field Coordinator in their absence ensuring the seamless continuation of field operations.
- Established and maintain regular and collaborative relations with relevant donors, local authorities, and other actors working in the target areas.
- Coordinated field activities like liaising with partners & overseeing project execution
- Planned and supervise, in close coordination with the HR department, the associated processes of the medical staffs of the program.
- Coordinated with the Health Ministry to ensure adherence to healthcare protocols
- Authored technical materials and guidelines that aligned with UK-Med protocols and national healthcare standards.
- Managed referral pathways ensuring seamless transitions between UK-MED teams and MOH facilities
- Supervised the development of RCCE strategies like community engagement plans to boost public health awareness
- Managed RCCE budgets and monitored the allocation of resources for health communication campaigns
Primary Health Care Advisor
UK-Med
Dnipro, Kharkiv, Poltava, Sumy: Ukraine
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Evaluated the primary healthcare requirements of populations affected by conflict.
- Created technical tools and guidelines for the implementation of primary healthcare protocols.
- Improved referral pathways among clinicians, community health workers, and Ministry of Health facilities.
- Participated in health cluster meetings and assisted in the integration of humanitarian health responses.
Network Associate
Shelter Centre
Geneva, Switzerland
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Collected, managed and disseminated materials on disability inclusion and gender mainstreaming on the Humanitarian Library platform.
- Developed educational resources that explore the connections between disability,gender, and public health, sharing them with humanitarian practitioners around the world.
- Led MSF Brussels evaluation of their design and build process of medical facilities around the globe including designs to allowing for accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
- Co-coordinated project timelines & task lists as well as managing teams across
different departments. - Developed questionnaires with subject-matter experts to gather medical data for
facility evaluations. - Led the team responsible for evaluating the Bar Elias Hospital case study
& providing actionable insights. - Researched and compiled guidance on technical topics for knowledge sharing.
- Managed database uploads for the Humanitarian Library and supervised access.
- Developed terms of reference ToR for recruitment and project roles thus
optimizing hiring processes - Coordinated project timelines, task lists, and teams of different departments to ensure the effective conduction of the evaluation.
Clinical Ordinator
Ivano-Frankivsk Regional Hospital
Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine
08.2017 - 08.2021
- Participated in patient care, including the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal disorders and metabolic conditions.
- Supervised junior residents during surgeries, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Organized laparoscopic workshops and clinical nutrition plans tailored to critically ill patients.
- Contributed to academic research projects focused on surgical innovations and patient outcomes.
Event coordinator
International Christian Medical Association
Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine
09.2015 - 09.2016
- Coordinated multiple events, facilitated meetings, visits to shelters and hospitals
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
- Coordinated travel and accommodations for event attendees.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health-Global Health
King's College London
06.2024
Compétences de base professionnelles - Compétences et projet professionnel
Pôle emploi
10.2022
M.D M.B.B.S - Specialist Diploma
Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University
06.2017
Skills
- Program Management
- Security Management
- Healthcare Protocol Development
- Leadership
- Resource Management
- Humanitarian Logistics
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Event Coordination
- Technical Writing
- Community Engagement
- Communication Management
- MS 365 Suite
Certification
- B-Safe
- MH Gap
- Safeguarding Essentials
- UK-Med Induction Pathway
- UK-Med Safeguarding Pathway
- Medical Logistics - Disaster Ready
Affiliations
Royal Society for Public Health
Languages
English
Kiswahili
Russian
French
Ukrainian
Publications
- Master's Thesis on the Disclosure of Mental Health Issues by Healthcare Professionals in High-Income Countries
- At the Shelter Centre I supported the innovation knowledge sharing platform, by coordinating with colleagues to identify suitable content, uploaded & tagged the content and developed appropriate media posts.
Timeline
Primary Health Care Manager and RCCE Supervisor
UK-Med
01.2023 - 08.2023
Primary Health Care Advisor
UK-Med
11.2022 - 12.2022
Network Associate
Shelter Centre
10.2021 - 10.2022
Clinical Ordinator
Ivano-Frankivsk Regional Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2021
Event coordinator
International Christian Medical Association
09.2015 - 09.2016
Compétences de base professionnelles - Compétences et projet professionnel
Pôle emploi
M.D M.B.B.S - Specialist Diploma
Ivano-Frankivsk National Medical University
Master of Science - Public Health-Global Health
King's College London