- Dynamic and result-orientated Health Program Manager with a proven track record of successfully leading and managing healthcare initiatives for about 20 years
- Demonstrating leadership in achieving positive health outcomes by fostering collaboration with health professionals, and stakeholders.
- Results-driven Public Health Monitoring and Evaluation Senior Expert with comprehensive experience in health policy analysis, disease surveillance, program management, research coordination, and data analysis.
- Ensuring the successful execution of public health initiatives and known for driving informed decision-making through meticulous evaluation, strategic planning, and collaborative partnerships.
- Seeking to bring a wealth of experience and a track record of success to impact public health endeavors and prove positive health outcomes.
- Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.
Hi, I’m
MEZGEBU HEYI
Summary
Overview
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Crown Agent /GAVI
Public Health / M&E Senior Expert
05.2022 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Delivered professional input to develop inception paper, sampling, and study materials to conduct health research
- Conducted reviews of vaccine rollout preparedness across different administration levels, to assess programmatic issues, logistics, communication, and fund disbursement controls to ensue the the implementation process were according to established guidelines.
- Identified risks and presented the findings to the health leaders and stakeholders for solution
Taskforce Global Health /CDC
Surveillance Officer
11.2020 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Spearheaded technical support initiatives within the Global Polio Eradication Initiative (GPEI) team, collaborating with the CDC polio emergency response team to enhance surveillance and outbreak response activities in the Oromia Region, Guji and Jima Zone, Ethiopia.
- Played a pivotal role in building the capacity of the public health emergency management team (PHEM) and other sub-national staff on disease outbreak and control
- Achieved significant milestone by increasing Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) from 1.7/100,000 population to 2.8/100,000 population
Merry Corps Organization
COVID-19 Surveillance National Officer
07.2020 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Conducted comprehensive training sessions for senior health workers, health extension agents, and community volunteers on community-based surveillance activities and contact tracing, enhancing their capacity to effectively contribute to COVID-19 surveillance efforts as dedicated COVID-19 Surveillance Officers at Mercy Corps.
- Reached 2 high school and 1 college student and community with orientation on how to prevent virus transmission among themselves
World Health Organization (WHO)
Public Health Officer, Emergency Preparedness and Response
08.2015 - 12.2015
Job overview
- Applied technical expertise to effectively plan and direct emergency public health responses and operations, ensuring seamless coordination with partners within the WHO emergency response framework as a Public Health Officer in Emergency Preparedness and Response.
- Played a pivotal role to access the internal displaced population (IDPs) to primary healthcare, safe drinking water, vaccination like measles and Cholera to prevent them from vaccine preventable disease
World Health Organization (WHO)
Technical Officer
01.2010 - 04.2015
Job overview
- Spearheaded efforts in Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR), with a specialized focus on Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance, resulting in a notable boost to AFP surveillance rates and improved detection of epidemic-prone communicable diseases.
USAID, Bethel Hospital
MONITORING AND EVALUATION CONSULTANT
10.2009 - 12.2009
Job overview
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations of HIV/AIDS interventions and care delivered in rural health centers of Ethiopia, employing rigorous monitoring and evaluation methodologies to assess the effectiveness of existing programs.
World Health Organization (WHO)
CONSULTANT
01.2009 - 06.2009
Job overview
- Developed detailed micro plans for National Immunization Days (NIDs) as a consultant, showcasing strategic planning skills and ensuring comprehensive coverage of immunization activities.
Management Science for Health (MSH)
Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor
07.2008 - 12.2008
Job overview
- Oversaw and monitored the implementation of the HIV/AIDS Care and Support Program (HCSP) in the region, demonstrating expertise as a Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor.
UNICEF
CONSULTANT
05.2007 - 05.2008
Job overview
- Spearheaded the facilitation of a detailed micro plan for Enhancing Outreach Strategy (EOS) as a consultant, demonstrating strategic planning skills and contributing to the optimization of outreach initiatives.
World Health Organization (WHO)
TECHNICAL OFFICER
02.2007 - 04.2007
Job overview
- Spearheaded the acceleration of disease surveillance activities, with a primary focus on boosting Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) surveillance
- As a Technical Officer, demonstrated a proactive approach to enhancing public health monitoring and response efforts.
Africare -Ethiopia
Child Survival and Food Security Program Coordinator
07.2002 - 04.2004
Job overview
- Led the management of a comprehensive health program, overseeing maternal neonatal care, antenatal care (ANC), treatment for pneumonia, and malaria
- Additionally, provided capacity building for community health workers on critical health indicators such as danger signs of pneumonia, pregnancy, malaria, and healthcare-seeking behavior.
Education
Universidad Central Nicaragua Partnership With Texila American University - GuyanaGuy, AB
Ph.D. (Dr of Public Health)
12.2017
University Overview
Addis Ababa University Addis Ababa
MPH
04.2007
University Overview
Jima University - EthiopiaJima
BSc.in Nursing
02.1998
University Overview
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Cultural Competence
- Empathy
- Team Collaboration
Languages
English
Full Professional
Amharic
Native or Bilingual
Afan Oromo
References
References
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Timeline
Public Health / M&E Senior Expert
Crown Agent /GAVI
05.2022 - 06.2023
Surveillance Officer
Taskforce Global Health /CDC
11.2020 - 04.2022
COVID-19 Surveillance National Officer
Merry Corps Organization
07.2020 - 09.2020
Public Health Officer, Emergency Preparedness and Response
World Health Organization (WHO)
08.2015 - 12.2015
Technical Officer
World Health Organization (WHO)
01.2010 - 04.2015
MONITORING AND EVALUATION CONSULTANT
USAID, Bethel Hospital
10.2009 - 12.2009
CONSULTANT
World Health Organization (WHO)
01.2009 - 06.2009
Regional Monitoring and Evaluation Advisor
Management Science for Health (MSH)
07.2008 - 12.2008
CONSULTANT
UNICEF
05.2007 - 05.2008
TECHNICAL OFFICER
World Health Organization (WHO)
02.2007 - 04.2007
Child Survival and Food Security Program Coordinator
Africare -Ethiopia
07.2002 - 04.2004
Universidad Central Nicaragua Partnership With Texila American University - Guyana
Ph.D. (Dr of Public Health)
Addis Ababa University
MPH
Jima University - Ethiopia
BSc.in Nursing
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