Robert K. Gboluma Jr
Public Health Policy Analyst
Saskatoon,SK
Summary
CAREER SUMMARY A professional and organized Policy Analyst with a solid experience in Research, Policy evaluation, Leadership, Management, resource development, and, including Strategic Human Resources Management, and Organizational Understanding. Possess excellent communication, team-working, problem-solving and analytical skills along with providing effective healthcare policy design and implementation support. UNIQUE VALUE I am health researcher, healthcare policy analyst, organizational developer, and human resource management guide with 10 years of experience in the named areas and 13 years of professional experience overall. I started my career as a grass root youth advocate, classroom teacher, and master trainer in beginning in 2013, progressing to program officer and project manager, and arriving to the field of knowledge worker and specialist and consultant staff since 2016.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Executive Officer/Owner
Kids Medical Clinic
11.2020 - Current
- Provided strategic and operational leadership for the Clinics
- Supervised the daily leadership for the operations and management of the Clinics
- Directed the budget and programmatic analysis of the Clinics
- Established professional and programmatic linkages with providers outside of the clinic
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
- Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures and practices.
- Maintained effective staff and resource utilization rates to balance financial and operational obligations.
- Prepared organization for forecasted demand levels through effective operational planning.
- Drove implementation of new market expansion to propel business forward and adapt to market changes.
Founder & Executive Director
Youth Bridge Inc
09.2016 - 12.2022
- Develops and implements strategies aiming to promote the organization’s mission
- Creates plans for the attainment of goals and objectives set by the board of directors
- Builds an effective team of leaders by providing guidance and coaching to subordinate managers
- Supervises the day-to-day functions of the organization
- Seek partnership and external resources for the organization
- Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Developed program to promote new managers from within, building and maintaining cohesive leadership structure.
Youth Project Lead Implementer
Actionaid-Liberia Youth Buzz Project
01.2018 - 01.2020
- As project implementation lead, I had the following duties:
- Initiated and lead the conduct of research work of the entity
- Supervised research projects to accomplish specific objectives
- Supervised researchers; oversee policy work Advised on research strategies and approaches
- Helped conduct training and workshop
- Helped to develop reports
- Processed and analysis information factual information
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Project Administrator
Foundation for a Smoke-free World
06.2018 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Delegated assignments based on plans, project needs and knowledge of individual team members.
- Executed on-time, under-budget project management on complex financial issues for senior leadership.
- Conducted critical pre-installation conferences with general contractors, subcontractors, consultants and manufacturer's representatives.
- Optimized productivity by managing employee schedules, payroll operations and inventory transactions.
- Wrote numerous project proposals in conjunction with company and departmental goals according to strict timelines.
- Compiled daily field report, detailing all key activities and outlining project progress for stakeholders.
Country Focal Point
Kid for Peace International
01.2015 - 01.2017
- For Liberia chapter, my office had the following duties:
- Developed and implemented programs in line with the organization mission
- Formulated the country strategy /Annual Operating Plan (AOP)
- Designed and implemented relevant new solutions and partnerships
- Ensure quality, impact, and sustainability in line with the organization’s mission
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Data Entry Clerk
Liberia Institute for Statistic Geo-Information & Services
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
- Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy using 10-key pad.
- Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
- Compiled data and reviewed information for accuracy prior to input.
- Organized, sorted and checked input data against original documents.
- Located and corrected data entry errors and reported to management.
- Verified data files prior to entry to maintain high data accuracy.
Human Resources Officer
Liberia Credit Union National Association
01.2011 - 12.2013
- Assessed and aligned compensation packages to market to attract highly qualified applicants for organizational vacancies.
- Educated management on successful policy implementation and enforcement actions to prevent employee legal entanglements.
- Oversaw promotions and position changes and handled paperwork.
- Coordinated employee placements and administration.
- Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
- Recruited, hired and oversaw [Number] staff by overseeing job interviews, conducting exit interviews and leading onboarding sessions.
- Forecasted expected personnel demands and developed forward-thinking approaches to achieve objectives.
Education
MPH - Healthcare Policy & Management
Cuttington Graduate School & Professional Studies
2022
Certificate - Project Management
CEOHAR, University of Catania
Sicily, Italy10.2019
BBA - Management
African Methodist Episcopal University
2012
Certificate - Project Outcome Harvest Reporting
African Leadership Legacy Liberia Chapter
Liberia01.2011
Certificate - Advocacy And Governance
World Youth Alliance
Kenya09.2010
Certificate - Governance, Leadership And Advocacy
Global Platfoms, Actionaid-Liberia
Liberia06.2009
Skills
- Excellent communicator and active-listening skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills along with the ability to handle
- Stressful, and critical situations
- Excellent documentation and analytical skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with different levels of healthcare personnel as well as
- Lead and motivate practice staff to deliver high-quality results
- Ability to provide emotional and personal supports co-workers
- Ability to work in a dynamic work environment
- Excellent research skills along with the ability to keep abreast with the newest direction
- And developments in the healthcare business
- Strategic Partnership
- Market Research
- Project Oversight
- Program Leadership
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of Youth Bridge staff members.
- Collaborated with team of Actionaid-Liberia in the development of Youth Policy Brief.
- Achieved the development of research report for the Foundation for a Smoke-free World by completing stakeholder copies with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
Professional Certificates in Project Management (PCPM), 2018
World Youth Alliance-Africa
Nairobi, Kenya
Health Research &Tobacco Harm Reduction Research, 2017
Liberia Public Health Graduate Student Association
Monrovia-Liberia
Certificate in Governance Studies sponsored by Actionaid-Liberia, 2016
MS. Training Center for Development Corporation
Arusha, Tanzania
Certificate in Volunteerism
United Nations Volunteers Programme
Monrovia- Liberia
Affiliations
- Knowledge Action Change Scholar-2022
- International Summer School on Project Management
- World Drug Federation
- World Literacy Federation
- Young Peace Ambassador
- Liberia Human Resource Managers Network
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer/Owner
Kids Medical Clinic
11.2020 - Current
Project Administrator
Foundation for a Smoke-free World
06.2018 - 12.2020
Youth Project Lead Implementer
Actionaid-Liberia Youth Buzz Project
01.2018 - 01.2020
Founder & Executive Director
Youth Bridge Inc
09.2016 - 12.2022
Country Focal Point
Kid for Peace International
01.2015 - 01.2017
Human Resources Officer
Liberia Credit Union National Association
01.2011 - 12.2013
Data Entry Clerk
Liberia Institute for Statistic Geo-Information & Services
01.2008 - 01.2009
MPH - Healthcare Policy & Management
Cuttington Graduate School & Professional Studies
Certificate - Project Management
CEOHAR, University of Catania
BBA - Management
African Methodist Episcopal University
Certificate - Project Outcome Harvest Reporting
African Leadership Legacy Liberia Chapter
Certificate - Advocacy And Governance
World Youth Alliance
Certificate - Governance, Leadership And Advocacy
Global Platfoms, Actionaid-Liberia
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