SCHOLASTICA GATHONI CHEGE
Public Health Officer, Project Officer
Kiambu,Kiambu
Summary
As an intricate and solutions-driven leader with extensive years of professional experience providing leadership to projects where I have ensured success and effectiveness in the projects I have managed. Moreover, I have excelled in coordinating, and managing partnerships with stakeholders through the execution of critical projects from the initial phase to execution and evaluation. I am also proficient and experienced in managing and overseeing staff, developing project plans, mobilizing communities, making cost estimates and ensuring that the process goes effectively and that the project is delivered on time and within budget. Most importantly, I have handled projects that focus on Community Health, Public Health, HIV, Community Mobilization, Women, and Youth among other humanitarian projects. I aim to secure a suitable senior position where I can employ hands-on experience in planning, analyzing, and implementing assigned projects, and ensuring delivery of projects within established constraints.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Officer
KIC-TB Project-RODI-Kenya
Kiambu
06.2019 - 06.2024
- Preparing the project's work plan, developing and managing the budget and coordinating project activities in five sub-counties within Kiambu County by closely working with the sub-county Health Management (SCHMT) and County Health Management (CHMT) team to ensure project initiatives are implemented and outputs achieved as planned and within the schedule
- Monitoring and preparing project reports outlining progress, issues and actions being taken
- Offering technical support and delivering information to the beneficiaries of the project
- Participating actively in resource mobilization towards program-related activities
- Offering support supervision to the liaison staff and organizing sensitization forums for project beneficiaries
- Maintaining crucial project documents and proactively identifying and monitoring any risks and developing action plans to address issues identified
- Ensuring all procurement of goods and services follow company financial requirements and within the agreed budget
- Holding timely project meetings, sending minutes and key action points to the relevant stakeholders
- Screening, referral and follow-up of TB Patients and conducting health promotion campaigns in the community
- Conduct research and gather data on noteworthy and emerging developments in collaboration with the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) team as part of the Program Assessment, Measurement, and Evaluation efforts.
HIV Testing Service Provider
LVCT Health
Kiambu County
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Offered HIV Testing Services to clients and ensured an effective referral and linkage system
- Offered adherence counseling services to newly positive clients and also implemented strategies for referral and linkage, Initiating PrEP and PEP services
- Followed up on adherence to ARVs and offered assisted Partner Notification Services (PNS)
- Handled Community outreach and mobilization and ensured monthly forecasting and quantification of Rapid Test Kits and HIV Self-Testing Kits; Data entry, Data cleaning, Preparation, submission and maintenance of reports
- Trained and mentored Adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW)
- Conducted targeted outreaches and gave health talks and trained on Gender-based violence and Worked with Key populations.
Community Strategy Volunteer
Lang'ata Health Centre
Nairobi
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information
- Wrote and distributed informational materials on chronic diseases, infant mortality, substance abuse and other community health concerns
- Helped vulnerable individuals navigate a complex healthcare system and publicized community services to maintain positive public relations with community members
- Regularly documented program processes and prepared monthly reports
- Worked closely with community health volunteers in the completion of the household registers
- Planned and trained community health volunteers and also participated in the research, data collection and data cleaning
- Planned community service and community mobilization at Kuwinda village, Karen and also planned and participated in community programs.
Community Health Intern
Thika Level 5 Hospital
Thika
01.2016 - 04.2016
- Helped develop community awareness and outreach programs targeting specific demographics or health issues
- Educate pregnant women on prenatal health, nutrition, and lifestyle choices
- Offer guidance on childbirth preparation, breastfeeding, and postnatal care
- Work closely with community health workers and educators to promote maternal and child health at the community level
- Plan, develop, and implement community health programs aimed at improving the overall health and well-being of community members
- Collaborate with local authorities, community leaders, and stakeholders to identify health needs and priorities
- Conduct health education sessions to raise awareness about preventive healthcare, nutrition, sanitation, and other relevant topics
- Develop and distribute educational materials to inform community members about healthy practices and lifestyles
- Implement strategies for the prevention and control of communicable diseases within the community
- Conduct home visits to assess living conditions, provide health advice, and identify potential health hazards.
Education
Masters of Science in Public Health - undefined
South Wales University
United KingdomBachelor of Science in Community Health and Development - undefined
Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
St. Francis Girls' High School, Mang'u
Certificate: HIV Testing Services - undefined
International Professional Counseling Centre
Thika, Kiambu CountyCertificate: Strategic Management - undefined
Unicaf University
Certificate: Health Service Management - undefined
Unicaf University
Skills
Project Planning and Program Management
References
- Caroline Thogori, Human Resource Officer, RODI Kenya, +25421272942, thogori2@yahoo.com
- Edwin Thianyu, Site In charge, Juja DREAMS, LVCT Health, +254 720 622 482, Edwin.Thianyu@lvcthealth.org
- John Gitau, Finance officer, RODI Kenya, +25428444629, gitau.john78@gmail.com
Timeline
Project Officer
KIC-TB Project-RODI-Kenya
06.2019 - 06.2024
HIV Testing Service Provider
LVCT Health
10.2018 - 05.2019
Community Strategy Volunteer
Lang'ata Health Centre
01.2017 - 06.2017
Community Health Intern
Thika Level 5 Hospital
01.2016 - 04.2016
Masters of Science in Public Health - undefined
South Wales University
Bachelor of Science in Community Health and Development - undefined
Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
St. Francis Girls' High School, Mang'u
Certificate: HIV Testing Services - undefined
International Professional Counseling Centre
Certificate: Strategic Management - undefined
Unicaf University
Certificate: Health Service Management - undefined
Unicaf University
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