Yvonne Awuor
Kisumu,Kisumu
Summary
Customer-oriented research interviewer with background working with psychological research organizations. Offering 8 years of experience performing interviews with diverse individuals. Strong communication skills to quickly gather data. Customer-oriented Research Interviewer with background working with psychological research organizations. Offering 8 years of experience performing interviews with diverse individuals. Strong communication skills to quickly gather data.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
36
36
years of post-secondary education
Work History
VCT Counsellor
Nyanza Reproductive Health Society
03.2009
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement
- Promoted mental health awareness within the community through participation in educational events and presentations
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges
Community Interviewer
KEMRI/CGHR
10.2021 - Current
- Coordinated and implemented WHO laboratory evaluation protocols: CHEAK NOW STUDY VISITECT CD4 and DONER STUDY - Responsibilities included consent collection, participant recruitment, and blood sample collection at two study sites
- Facilitated panel interviews with multiple stakeholders, encouraging collaboration in selecting the best-fit candidate for each role
- Identified top talent through skillful interviewing techniques, improving overall quality of hires
- Met with hiring managers to discuss and develop job profiles and interview questions
- Coordinated post-interview debriefs with hiring teams to discuss candidate strengths, weaknesses, and overall fit within the organization
HIV Testing and Counselling Counsellor (HTC)
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH)
07.2015 - 12.2016
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems
- Promoted mental health awareness within the community through participation in educational events and presentations
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives
Adherence Counsellor
ICAP
04.2015 - 06.2015
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives
Community Interviewer/Psychological Counsellor
SAMBA EID-VL, KEMRI/CDC
09.2013 - 11.2014
- Engaged in consenting and sample collection for HIV research
- Reviewed resumes and application materials to understand background and experience of each candidate
- Facilitated panel interviews with multiple stakeholders, encouraging collaboration in selecting the best-fit candidate for each role
- Met with hiring managers to discuss and develop job profiles and interview questions
- Identified top talent through skillful interviewing techniques, improving overall quality of hires
Community Interviewer/Psychological Counsellor
KEMRI/CDC
09.2011 - 09.2013
- Worked on the Evaluating Acute and Recent HIV Infection Longitudinal Study
- Reviewed resumes and application materials to understand background and experience of each candidate
- Facilitated panel interviews with multiple stakeholders, encouraging collaboration in selecting the best-fit candidate for each role
- Met with hiring managers to discuss and develop job profiles and interview questions
- Identified top talent through skillful interviewing techniques, improving overall quality of hires
Community Interviewer
KEMRI/CDC
08.2010 - 08.2011
- Participated in the Global AIDS Programme HIV sub-study, focusing on the impact of HIV prevention and care services
- Identified top talent through skillful interviewing techniques, improving overall quality of hires
- Conducted interviews with participants to assess eligibility
- Reviewed resumes and application materials to understand background and experience of each candidate
- Developed strong rapport with candidates, fostering open communication and trust during interviews
Psychological Counsellor
KEMRI/CDC
03.2010 - 08.2010
- Offered psychological and VCT counselling services in the HIV Incidence Cohort Study (KICOS)
- Collaborated with psychiatrists or other medical professionals when necessary to coordinate medication management for clients requiring pharmacological intervention
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for clients, ensuring optimal outcomes
- Established rapport with clients, creating a safe and supportive environment conducive to effective therapeutic interventions
VCT Counsellor
Lumumba Health Centre
12.2009 - 03.2010
- Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives
- Promoted mental health awareness within the community through participation in educational events and presentations
- Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems
Education
Bachelors in Community Health and Development -
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University
01.2014 - 04.2017
Monitoring and Evaluation - undefined
Kenya Institute of Management (KIM)
01.2013 - 04.2013
Diploma in Guidance and Counselling - undefined
University of Nairobi
01.2008 - 04.2010
Voluntary Counselling and Testing - undefined
Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling
11.2008 - 05.2008
Certificate in Guidance and Counselling - undefined
University of Nairobi
05.2008 - 05.2008
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Kasagam Secondary School
01.2003 - 04.2007
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Gangre Primary School
01.1994 - 04.2002
Bachelors in Community Health and Development - undefined
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University
01.2014 - 04.2017
Monitoring and Evaluation - undefined
Kenya Institute of Management (KIM)
01.2013 - 04.2013
Diploma in Guidance and Counselling - undefined
University of Nairobi
01.2008 - 04.2010
Voluntary Counselling and Testing - undefined
Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling
11.2008 - 05.2008
Certificate in Guidance and Counselling - undefined
University of Nairobi
05.2008 - 05.2008
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Kasagam Secondary School
01.2003 - 04.2007
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Gangre Primary School
01.1994 - 04.2002
Skills
Proficient in MS Office Suite
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and achieve excellent results
Strong team leadership skills
Proficient in computer applications
Counseling
Client Counseling
Client Advocacy
Client Records Management
Behavior monitoring
Care Planning
Professionalbrief
I am a community health development specialist with a focus on psychological counselling, particularly in HIV/AIDS counselling. I hold a BSc in Community Health and Development from Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology, a diploma in psychological counselling, and a certificate in voluntary counselling and testing. My professional experience includes psychological counselling, participant recruitment, interviews (qualitative and quantitative), and result dissemination.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/30/85
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Kenyan
Awards
- Certificate of Appreciation, KEMRI/CDC HIV-R Branch, 2010
- Certificate of Appreciation, ICAP/MOH, 2016
References
- Dr. Daniel Onguru, Associate Dean, School of Health Sciences, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology, +254 721 818368, donguru@joust.ac.ke
- Dr. Fredrick O. Otieno, Research Director, Nyanza Reproductive Health Society, P.O. Box 1764-40100, Kisumu, +254 721 759867, fotieno@nrhskenya.org
- Dr. Valarie Opollo, Laboratory Director, HIV Research Laboratory, KEMRI/CGHR, P.O. Box 1578-40100, Kisumu, +254 723 903176, VOpollo@kemri.go.ke
Timeline
Community Interviewer
KEMRI/CGHR
10.2021 - Current
HIV Testing and Counselling Counsellor (HTC)
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH)
07.2015 - 12.2016
Adherence Counsellor
ICAP
04.2015 - 06.2015
Bachelors in Community Health and Development -
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University
01.2014 - 04.2017
Bachelors in Community Health and Development - undefined
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University
01.2014 - 04.2017
Community Interviewer/Psychological Counsellor
SAMBA EID-VL, KEMRI/CDC
09.2013 - 11.2014
Monitoring and Evaluation - undefined
Kenya Institute of Management (KIM)
01.2013 - 04.2013
Monitoring and Evaluation - undefined
Kenya Institute of Management (KIM)
01.2013 - 04.2013
Community Interviewer/Psychological Counsellor
KEMRI/CDC
09.2011 - 09.2013
Community Interviewer
KEMRI/CDC
08.2010 - 08.2011
Psychological Counsellor
KEMRI/CDC
03.2010 - 08.2010
VCT Counsellor
Lumumba Health Centre
12.2009 - 03.2010
VCT Counsellor
Nyanza Reproductive Health Society
03.2009
Voluntary Counselling and Testing - undefined
Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling
11.2008 - 05.2008
Voluntary Counselling and Testing - undefined
Kenya Institute of Professional Counselling
11.2008 - 05.2008
Certificate in Guidance and Counselling - undefined
University of Nairobi
05.2008 - 05.2008
Certificate in Guidance and Counselling - undefined
University of Nairobi
05.2008 - 05.2008
Diploma in Guidance and Counselling - undefined
University of Nairobi
01.2008 - 04.2010
Diploma in Guidance and Counselling - undefined
University of Nairobi
01.2008 - 04.2010
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Kasagam Secondary School
01.2003 - 04.2007
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - undefined
Kasagam Secondary School
01.2003 - 04.2007
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Gangre Primary School
01.1994 - 04.2002
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education - undefined
Gangre Primary School
01.1994 - 04.2002
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