Hi, I’m
Magoba Ronald Arnold
Epidemiologist
Nairobi,Nairobi Province
Summary
My ambition is to work in unfavorable conditions and have very strong interest in working for underprivileged society/community. I have the capacity in community and health data management, health promotion, development of disease control strategic plans, writing project reports, project design, development of logical framework, monitoring and evaluation, implementation research, capacity building, management and administration of health care systems/services.
Always ready and willing to learn and excel in my professional skills. All times willing to undertake challenging responsibilities and duties, which foster career development. Willing to work extra times to beat set deadlines and targets. Skilled Researcher enthusiastic about supporting advancements in analysis. Passionate about increasing knowledge to drive growth and needed improvements. Ready to apply knowledge and 6 years of experience in research.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
Work History
MOH-NATIONAL TUBERCULOSIS LEPROSY AND LUNG DISEASESNAIROBI, KENYA
MEDICAL FIELD SITE SUPERVISOR
03.2015 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Participated in the TB prevalence survey steering committee meetings and serve as Secretary of the steering committee
- Developed an implementation plan and timeline for TBPS and agree with the TBPS steering committee members
- Ensured effective and timely communications with taskforce in the TBPS implementation & coordinated external technical assistance and monitoring missions
- Followed up on the recommendations from the external technical assistance (TA) and monitoring missions throughout preparation for, implementation and data analysis of the TBPS
- Supported development and ethical clearance (locally) of the TBPS protocol
- Facilitated development of the TBPS standard operating procedures (SOPs), training curriculum, and training of the survey staff locally
- Supported development of the TBPS data management plan and data dictionary
- Monitored development of the TBPS data collection system & coordinated, monitor and evaluate testing of the TBPS data collection system
- Coordinated, monitored and evaluated the TBPS pilot, including work flow and data collected during the pilot
- Ensured adequate preparations for the TBPS field implementation based on the lessons learned from the survey pilot and recommendations from the external technical assistance and monitoring missions
- Coordinated and participated in the pre-survey visits & coordinated and participated in the TBPS monitoring visits to assess the TBPS field activities and troubleshoot, when necessary
- Liaised with local officials in the survey clusters (during pre-survey visits and actual fieldwork)
- Worked closely with the field team lead, logistic coordinator, laboratory manager, and data manager to make sure that they are performing inline their mandate
- Managed TBPS human resources and ensured provision their appraisal in a timely manner & ensured availability of all logistics required for the conduct of the survey & Coordinated the requisition and delivery of survey logistics to the field
- Monitored the data collected during the TBPS implementation; review data collection monitoring indicators from the field, laboratory and central levels on weekly basis
- Reviewed monitoring reports from central, field, and laboratory survey teams & Prepared monitoring reports for the PIs, other members of the TBPS steering committee and external partners to inform prompt and adequate managerial decisions and external TA, when necessary
- Reported immediately any major problems in preparation, execution or data management of the survey to the TBPS Study coordinator
- Ensured that all participants with at least one positive bacteriological result were informed about their appropriate care is provided
- Organized the survey data cleaning and validation workshop including locally & Performed other reasonable duties as assigned by the PIs and steering committee.
NATIONAL COVID-19 VACCINE DEPLOYMENT TASK FORCE
COVID-19 PROGRAM OFFICER
1 2021 - 7 2022
Job overview
- Provided technical and logistical support to counties in implementing the COVID–19 prevention and treatment work plans
- Supported scale up of COVID–19 vaccination uptake
- Worked with counties to implement their COVID–19 risk communication and community engagement strategies
- Sensitized facility and community health workers on the conduct of health education sessions to dispel myths and misinformation about COVID–19
- Worked with USAID project staff to ensure COVID–19 adaptation measures are implemented with fidelity to reduce risk of infection among health care workers and patients in supported facilities
- Prepared monthly quantitative and qualitative reports to counties
- Did any other duties assign by supervisor?
KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL
ASSISTANT RESEARCH OFFICER
05.2018 - 08.2019
Job overview
- Supported packaging and submission of needs assessment research protocol to ethics review board in the hospital where data collection took place
- Scheduled and participated in virtual meetings with Health Collaborative partners, including pillar leads of the research, as well as study participants, and recorded meetings, took accurate and complete minutes
- Engaged with pillar leads at the start of the research study and periodically, to ensure a strong understanding of the work conducted so far, and to provide accountability
- Led design/reviewed of needs assessment research data collection tools
- Contribute to the design of data collection tools
- Participated in study training and pretesting of data collection tools and Interviewed study respondents across multiple countries, Lead focus group discussions and key informant interviews
- Conducted literature reviews and ensured completeness and accuracy of data collected
- Compiled tabulated and/or coded participant data and enter into database
- Update database as necessary
- Promoted surveys to partners within the Health Collaborative as well as wider health sector ecosystem departments
- Supported data management and analysis and assisted in drafting reports on the study’s findings and supported dissemination of study findings
- Drafted communication templates, such as emails or social media posts that were shared on various platforms
- Assisted in drafting reports on the study’s findings and Participated in KNH research community of Practice
- Scheduled and participated in virtual meetings with Health Collaborative departments, including pillar leads of the research, as well as study participants, and recorded meetings, took accurate and complete minutes
- Reported Writing and Dissemination
NTLD
PROGRAM OFFICER
10.2016 - 05.2018
Job overview
- Prepared quarterly and annual reports & Led, directed and guided the work of community assessment planning and evaluation team
- Developed and implemented protocols, policies and procedures for methods of collecting, analyzing, interpreting and dissemination of data
- Oversaw the design development and quality of surveillance systems and activities & represented the division as required in public forums with public and private agencies
- Reviewed completed work of the team for accuracy, substance and completeness to ensure alignment with organizations policy and position & Performed quality assurance procedures on data received by the various programs
- Used a community-driven approach to document community health status and related inequalities and assessed the effectiveness of health interventions through a health equity lens
- Updated the covid-19 dashboard daily & provided cases/deaths updates daily & Supported roll out and implementation of TIBU, GeneXpert and laboratory information systems
- Provided scientific advice and technical assistance to communities and outside partners
- Provided technical expertise and advanced data analysis and overall data management for surveys and operational research programs
- Developed and implemented Monitoring and Evaluation plans for TB-Program projects
- Regularly developed and reviewed tools for Monitoring and evaluation & Provided technical lead in quarterly data cleaning and data quality assessments
- Developed capacity building materials for monitoring and evaluation for DNTLD-P & Developed Monitoring and Evaluation frame Works for Strategic plans and mid-term Reviews
- Carried out other duties assigned to him or her by the head of program.
Education
Mount Kenya UniversityThika
Ph.D. from Epidemiology And Disease Control
1 2020 - 1 2023
Great Lakes University of Kisumu
MPH
01.2015 - 1 2017
Great Lakes University of Kisumu
BSC in Community Health
01.2013 - 1 2015
Great Lakes University of Kisumu
HND-Public Health
01.2012 - 1 2013
RUTGER
CERTIFICATE-Biomedical and Health Science
11.2022 - 11 2022
North Florida Aids Education and Training Center
Clinical Pharmacology of TB drugs
World Health Organization
Inequality Monitoring in HIV,TB & Malaria
World Health Organization
Outbreaks Investigation in Health Facilities
John Hopkins Universities
Infectious Diseases Transmission model for Decision Makes
Global Health eLearning center-JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
PMTCT
Global Health eLearning center-JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Monitoring and Evaluation Fundamental
JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Bureau for Global Health Environmental Management (mitigation and monitoring) Global Health eLearning
JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Human Resource for Health (Principles and Practices)-Global Health eLearning Center
Global Health eLearning Center-JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Knowledge Management in Global Health Programs
Global Health eLearning Center-JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Measuring Malaria through Household Surveys
Global Health eLearning Center-JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Tuberculosis basics and advanced concepts
Unknown
Management of tuberculosis in children and adolescents for health care workers
Unknown
REGULATORY SYSTEM STRENGTHENING
Unknown
Health Emergency Readiness for Response Operations
Skills
Able to work in challenging field conditions, within tight timelines, and in the conditions of roving field operationsHave ability to develop an in-depth understanding of study goals and its implementationStrong self-motivation and ability to work in a team, with good interpersonal skills & Proven leadership skills, assertiveness, and ability to take initiativeAbility and willingness to quickly learn additional development skills and strategies on the job and be able to apply theseStrong writing, communication, and public relations skills & Strong management, decision-making, and analytical skillsExperienced with electronic data collection, preferably with tablets & Experienced working in complex household survey, preferably in supervisory capacityExperienced working with and interpreting qualitative and quantitative methods trends data and cross-section data and TB/HIV program at public health facility;Ability to create and maintain a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages teamwork, innovation and high performancesExperienced in data collection in health-related studies and research coordination and management;Trained in Human subject research, Good Clinical Practice or Research ethics, or quality control/assurance (preferred);Good interpersonal skills with the ability to actively listen, integrate input from diverse sources and work collaboratively and Strong coordination and organizational skills;Experienced on community outreach activities and experienced and skilled on data quality control and quality assurance;Ability to follow deadlines, accuracy, documentation, and attention to detail and excellent interpersonal communication skills;Experienced working with a statistical analysis software (SAS) package, Microsoft access, and Microsoft excel to import/export, manage large data sets (data cleaning, matching) and analyze data (descriptive statistics)Proven ability to lead and work within multidisciplinary teams and with communitiesWorked independently and can self-manage multiple projects to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with many opposing demands and a large portfolio of active programsWorked in a multifaceted environment with ability to cope with shifting priorities and can execute on high-level direction & experienced working in matrix-organization and can balance multiple partners’ relationships to ensure alignmentExperienced with writing, execution and/or management of performance-based grants, contracts or cooperative agreements preferredProven outstanding written and oral communication skills requiring communications to a diverse audience on a range of technical issuesProactive and flexible nature with reliable follow-through and attention to detail & Willingness to travel for important meetings and site visits, pending safe travel conditionsTeamwork and respects, promotes individual and cultural differencesCommunication & Ensuring the effective use of resourcesBuilding and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyondAbility to operate a computer and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite software including Microsoft Word and EXCELExcellent oral and written communication skills & Strong organizational and time management skills; high level of attention to detailGood problem-solving skills & Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and to work independently in a high-pressure environmentSensitivity to ethnically, culturally, economically, and racially diverse populationsComfortable discussing sexual behavior and HIV and/or hepatitis transmission risks & Ability to develop and maintain organized study record systems;Ability to work in a high-volume fast-paced environment & Ability to follow strict research protocol and SOP (standard operating procedures) guidelines;Ability to adapt to new procedures;I have in-depth professional-level knowledge of strategic information and monitoring and evaluation principles, concepts and practices, as they relate to managing public health and TB/HIV/AIDS programsI possess expertise in quantitative and analytical skills, an ability to develop monitoring and evaluation protocols, devise measurable indicators and set appropriate and achievable targets to measure performance outcomesI possess demonstrated competency in data management systems and data analysis applications such as MS Access, SPSS, STATA, and SpectrumI can proactively and independently locate reference materials and data, research and analyze quantitative and qualitative data and present interpretation of said resources in concise and appropriate written reportsI develop a variety of data tools for analysis, aggregation, and interpretation of data, including but not limited to country-specific workbooks, dashboards, data visuals, indicator and budget trend analysis charts, geospatial data mapping and program monitoring informaticsI have a thorough knowledge, or the ability to quickly acquire a thorough knowledge of USAID programming policies, regulations, procedures, and documentation; and, the objectives, methodology, and status of projects assigned
Accomplishments
- Prepared monthly reports for project thus giving feedback to the project during their quarterly meetings of surveillance work.
- Encouraged and coached staff to improve their accuracy and completeness in reporting and explaining the importance of record keeping for disease surveillance and outbreak management
Capacity Building
- Organized training of staff (both County and Sub-County) on integrated disease surveillance and response.
- Liaised with the CHP team to develop a curriculum and training manual for CHPs.
- Ensured a class of CHPs is trained and qualifies yearly
- Liaised with CHP team to perform supervision monitoring of all CHPs twice annually
Administrative Responsibilities
- Prepared orders for sector activities and maintain inventories for the same.
- Contributed to program budget management by tracking expenditures and participating in monthly budget review meetings.
- Supported the counterpart in preparation of program staff payrolls and duty rosters & liaised with CHP/RH team to compile weekly and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
References
- Dr. MOGERE DOMINI, +254720823497, Post Graduate Coordinator- (Epidemiology and Biostatistics), Mount Kenya University
- Dr. MARK MUDENYO OWANG, +254736531461, KNH- ASS. director Health Records Information Systems, KNH
- DR. WILLIS AKHWALE, EBS, +254721788913, SENIOR ADVISOR, AFRICAN LEADERS’ MALARIA ALLIANCE
- Dr. Joseph K Sitienei, +254722740130, MoH-Director, M& E, MoH
- Dr. AYUYA CAROLINE MWAKA, +254720405483, HoD-Clinical Psychology, Daystar University
Timeline
RUTGER
CERTIFICATE-Biomedical and Health Science
11.2022 - 11 2022
ASSISTANT RESEARCH OFFICER
KENYATTA NATIONAL HOSPITAL
05.2018 - 08.2019
PROGRAM OFFICER
NTLD
10.2016 - 05.2018
MEDICAL FIELD SITE SUPERVISOR
MOH-NATIONAL TUBERCULOSIS LEPROSY AND LUNG DISEASES
03.2015 - 12.2016
Great Lakes University of Kisumu
MPH
01.2015 - 1 2017
Great Lakes University of Kisumu
BSC in Community Health
01.2013 - 1 2015
Great Lakes University of Kisumu
HND-Public Health
01.2012 - 1 2013
COVID-19 PROGRAM OFFICER
NATIONAL COVID-19 VACCINE DEPLOYMENT TASK FORCE
1 2021 - 7 2022
Mount Kenya University
Ph.D. from Epidemiology And Disease Control
1 2020 - 1 2023
North Florida Aids Education and Training Center
Clinical Pharmacology of TB drugs
9 2023
World Health Organization
Inequality Monitoring in HIV,TB & Malaria
4 2023
World Health Organization
Outbreaks Investigation in Health Facilities
3 2023
John Hopkins Universities
Infectious Diseases Transmission model for Decision Makes
10 2023
Global Health eLearning center-JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
PMTCT
Global Health eLearning center-JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Monitoring and Evaluation Fundamental
JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Bureau for Global Health Environmental Management (mitigation and monitoring) Global Health eLearning
JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Human Resource for Health (Principles and Practices)-Global Health eLearning Center
Global Health eLearning Center-JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Knowledge Management in Global Health Programs
Global Health eLearning Center-JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Measuring Malaria through Household Surveys
Global Health eLearning Center-JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY
Tuberculosis basics and advanced concepts
Unknown
Management of tuberculosis in children and adolescents for health care workers
2 2024
Unknown
REGULATORY SYSTEM STRENGTHENING
2 2024
Unknown
Health Emergency Readiness for Response Operations
2 2024