Laura Kfukfu
Project Manager
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Passionate and analytical Program Manager with over 5 years experience in overseeing program design and implementation. Team leader who uses proven analytical techniques to detect weaknesses in technical operations and make data-driven decisions. Versatile with strong skills in research, data analysis, public health and program management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Technical Advisor
CDC/PEPFAR HIV Free Project
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Guided regional project managers on implementation of innovative strategies to improve care of PLHIV
- Led the review and standardization of training materials, guidelines and SOPs aimed at improving systems to link and retain PLHIV in care.
- Facilitated development of research studies through design, ethical approvals, data collection, analysis, Interpretation and manuscript writing.
- Represented the organization at key national and donor meetings to showcase best practices and areas of improvement.
- Enforced optimal use of project resources within the allocated budgets and strategies through budget monitoring and compliance vis-à-vis proposed work plans
- Oversaw the design and implementation of results-based continuous quality improvement projects.
Regional Technical Supervisor
CDC/PEPFAR HIV Free Project
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Mentored over 25 health facilities on implementation of innovative strategies to boost the care of PLHIV.
- Spearheaded the development of training materials, guidelines and SOPs for the region.
- Presented key findings from analysis of program data to regional stakeholders to uphold collaboration and improve program performance.
- Monitored the design and implementation of continuous quality improvement projects at field level to improve target achievement.
- Advised regional manager on implementation of strategies within the scope of the project and donor requirements.
Site Lead
CDC/PEPFAR HIV Free Project
02.2018 - 08.2021
- Enforced the implementation of innovative strategies to boost identification and retention of PLHIV in care.
- Initiated onsite mentoring and properly trained team members to improve target achievement.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled performance evaluation, and ordered new materials for the site.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Ensured implementation of objectives within the acceptable organizational policies
- Analyzed and visualized key program data highlighting best practices and areas needing improvement to key stakeholders.
CONSULTANT
UNIVERSITY RESEARCH CO., LLC & CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES (URC-CHS)
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Actively participated in piloting the USAID-funded HRH2030 project Excel-based tool for the standardized Use of Site-Level HRH data for Differentiated ART Service Delivery in 10 HIV care facilities in Cameroon
- Notified and attended meetings with key stakeholders at NACC, Regional technical groups (RTG) and health facilities
- Provided on-site and real time technical support to facility managers to utilize the tool
- In 8 out of 10 facilities, the tool's baseline assessment showed HRH gaps required to accomplish all critical tasks in the allocated time
- Through its task shifting and scenario building functions, all gaps were filled without the need for new staff
- Supported the logistics of the pilot process including transport and lodging.
MEDICAL DOCTOR/TEAM LEAD FOR SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH (SRH)
CAMEROON BAPTIST CONVENTION HEALTH SERVICES - MBINGO BAPTIST HOSPITAL
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Led the Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) team with 30-bed maternity and liaised the unit to other hospital departments as well as the Ministry of Health through the district health service
- Oversaw the management of Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV (PMTCT) services in the unit by ensuring every pregnant and breastfeeding woman knew her HIV status while providing ART and psychosocial support to those who tested positive
- Improved Maternal, Neonatal and Child Health (MNCH) in the unit through: Coordinated the management, documentation and follow up of post-abortion care
- Conducted maternal death audits in which Eclampsia and hemorrhage were the most common causes of death
- Strengthened the emergency response to the above emergencies and others by reinforcing the use of flow charts and team work
- Scaled up ANC attendance, emphasized the importance of skilled birth attendance
- Collaborated with the District for rapid referral of emergencies within the district to increase the odds of survival for the mothers and babies.
Education
BACHELOR OF MEDICINE AND BACHELOR OF SURGERY (MBCHB) -
Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda 01.2014 -
MSC. HEALTH POLICY, PLANNING AND FINANCING -
London School of Hygiene And Tropical Medicine
London, United Kingdom 01.2017 -
Skills
Research
undefinedProfessional Development
July 2021
Afya Bora Consortium Fellowship in Global Health Leadership (Certificate of Completion)
Sponsored by PEPFAR & HRSA Global HIV/AIDS Bureau
Thesis: A cross-sectional study of the barriers and enablers of HIV viral suppression among People Living with HIV (PLHIV) at the Limbe Regional Hospital, Cameroon
January 2020
Public Health in Humanitarian Crisis (Certificate of completion)
Johns Hopkins University - Maryland, United States
January 2019
Project Management in Global Health (Certificate of Completion)
University of Washington
January 2015
Leadership and management in health (Certificate of Completion)
University of Washington
January 2014
Clinical Management of HIV (Certificate of Completion)
University of Washington
Personal Information
Driving License: B
Research
2024, Cameroun, Vérification des positifs connus chez les personnes dont le test de dépistage du VIH est positif : Une stratégie d’amélioration de la qualité des données et les soins aux patients dans la zone 1, Cameroun (Poster Presentation)
2019, Ghana, Effectiveness of Index Testing in Case Identification in the Littoral Region, Cameroon (Poster Presentation)
Timeline
Senior Technical Advisor
CDC/PEPFAR HIV Free Project
01.2023 - 03.2024
Regional Technical Supervisor
CDC/PEPFAR HIV Free Project
09.2021 - 12.2022
Site Lead
CDC/PEPFAR HIV Free Project
02.2018 - 08.2021
CONSULTANT
UNIVERSITY RESEARCH CO., LLC & CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES (URC-CHS)
01.2018 - 01.2018
MSC. HEALTH POLICY, PLANNING AND FINANCING -
London School of Hygiene And Tropical Medicine
01.2017 -
BACHELOR OF MEDICINE AND BACHELOR OF SURGERY (MBCHB) -
Makerere University
01.2014 -
MEDICAL DOCTOR/TEAM LEAD FOR SEXUAL AND REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH (SRH)
CAMEROON BAPTIST CONVENTION HEALTH SERVICES - MBINGO BAPTIST HOSPITAL
08.2013 - 08.2016
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