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PEACE AVWURHI

Ottawa

Summary

Dynamic and outcome-driven policymaker with a diverse background in health sciences, technology, and public policy. Proven ability to conduct comprehensive research and analysis, enabling evidence-based decision-making and development of impactful health policies. Skilled in building strong partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders, including non-profit organizations and community representatives, to effectively address complex public health issues.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Charity Fundraiser Team Leader

Public Outreach
10.2023 - Current

Doctors without borders(Medicins sans Frontieres) /Oxfam/ Save the children /Canada national institute for the Blind / Centre for addiction and mental health(CAMH), /Nature Conservancy of Canada(NCC).


  • Advocacy & Public Engagement: Led Public outreach campaigns on global health, humanitarian aid child welfare successfully raising awareness and influencing pub;ic opinion.
  • Event coordination: Organized impactful events including discussions, fundraisers briefing, actively engaging a wide range of diverse audiences.
  • Research & Policy Analysis: Conducted research on policy issues related to international development and global health, providing data driven insights to inform advocacy efforts and campaign strategies.
  • Proposal writing and reporting: Assisted in securing funding through data-driven compelling proposals and ensuring thorough project reports, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and organizational goals
  • Actively involved in cultivating connections with community allies, backers, and influencers to enhance understanding of the NGO's mission and initiatives
  • Skilled in championing policy adjustments, rallying public backing, and promoting community involvement to propel the organization's goals forward
  • Identified and addressed impediments to team progress and success, resulting in a smoother flow of work and improved team morale
  • Showing a profound dedication to the NGO's mission and an authentic commitment to creating a beneficial influence on society
  • Establishing and nurturing connections with donors, sponsors, and supporters entails reaching out to potential donors, fostering ongoing communication with current donors, expressing gratitude regularly, and ensuring donors perceive value and remain actively involved in the charity's endeavors
  • Developing thorough fundraising strategies in accordance with the charity's aims and objectives
  • This could entail identifying potential funding sources, establishing fundraising goals, and selecting the most efficient fundraising approaches.


Front Line Worker

Shepherds of Good Hope
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Engaged with service users and residents, including conducting intakes, supportive counseling, recreation, and life skills development
  • Keeping detailed records
  • Including log notes, incident reports, medication records, and utilizing the HIFIS booking system
  • Crisis intervention, including assessing and de-escalating situations when possible, utilizing internal and external resources including security guards, nurses, and emergency services according to the situation, and following emergency procedures
  • Worked as a part of an interdisciplinary team of health care and social workers, emergency services, and partners within the housing and homelessness sector to ensure all community members' needs were met
  • Maintaining health and safety standards within the program including program cleanliness, with the support of facilities services staff
  • Ending chronic homelessness by supporting people to transition to and maintain housing

Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern

University of Abuja Teaching Hospital
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Providing support in the collection, processing, and labeling of specimens in accordance with established protocols
  • Conducting a range of laboratory examinations and procedures with oversight, covering areas such as hematology, biochemistry, microbiology, and immunology
  • Operating and upkeeping laboratory apparatus to maintain accuracy and functionality
  • Accurately documenting and logging test outcomes into either laboratory databases or written records
  • Engaging in activities focused on quality control and assurance to uphold the dependability and integrity of test results
  • Adhering strictly to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a secure work environment and mitigate potential hazards
  • Assisting in the management of inventory by overseeing supply levels, procuring reagents, and managing stock
  • Collaborating effectively with healthcare peers and fellow laboratory personnel to streamline processes and ensure prompt result delivery
  • Participating in educational endeavors, training sessions, and meetings to enrich understanding and proficiency in the field of medical laboratory science
  • Upholding ethical principles, maintaining confidentiality, and observing regulatory standards governing laboratory procedures and patient welfare

Medical Laboratory Clinical Posting Student

Babcock University Teaching Hospital
01.2017 - 12.2019
  • Appropriate labeling of patients' details on the appropriate sample bottles for their test
  • Appropriate entering of patient's details into a register
  • Conducting laboratory analysis of clinical samples under the supervision of a senior medical laboratory scientist
  • Collection of blood samples under the supervision of a senior medical laboratory practitioner

Education

HEALTH: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND POLICY - GRADUATE DEGREE

CARLETON UNIVERISTY
OTTAWA, CANADA
06.2024

Bachelor of Science - MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

BABCOCK UNIVERSITY
OGUN STATE, NIGERIA
06.2021

HIGH SCHOOL -

Divine wisdom Educational institute
EDO STATE, NIGERIA
07.2014

Skills

  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Creativity
  • Critical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership Skills
  • Fast Learner
  • Customer Service
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Effective Time Management
  • Communication Skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Ability to Work in a Team

Accomplishments

-Best Fundraiser in Canada-August, 2024

(Public Outreach)-Organization

Honored for exceptional fundraising efforts, demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing community initiatives and achieving significant fundraising targets.


-Best Seminar Presenter-October 2022

University of Abuja Teaching Hospital

Award for delivering an exceptional seminar presentation, demonstrating expertise, and engaging communication skills.


-Best Laboratory Intern of the Year-December 2022

Awarded by the Chief Medical Director(University of Abuja Teaching Hospital)

Recognized for outstanding performance, dedication, and contributions during the internship program.


-Developed a Public engagement strategy that increased donor retention.

-Played a key role in policy briefings that led to increased support for health initiatives.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Personal Information

Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist

Timeline

Charity Fundraiser Team Leader

Public Outreach
10.2023 - Current

Front Line Worker

Shepherds of Good Hope
03.2023 - 08.2023

Medical Laboratory Scientist Intern

University of Abuja Teaching Hospital
11.2021 - 10.2022

Medical Laboratory Clinical Posting Student

Babcock University Teaching Hospital
01.2017 - 12.2019

HIGH SCHOOL -

Divine wisdom Educational institute

HEALTH: SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND POLICY - GRADUATE DEGREE

CARLETON UNIVERISTY

Bachelor of Science - MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

BABCOCK UNIVERSITY
PEACE AVWURHI