Antoinette Mtetwa
@antoinettemtetwa
Climate change & WASH specialist with MSc, turning data into policy-aligned solutions; UN online volunteer experience in environmental initiatives.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented environmental health practitioner with substantial experience in WASH, water quality monitoring, and public health promotion. I design, implement and evaluate programs that improve environmental safety and community health.
I have conducted household surveys, water testing, sanitary inspections, trainings, and community-based management activities across NGOs and international organisations. I routinely prepare technical reports and present findings to stakeholders.
My work includes coordinating with Ministries of Health, influencing policy, and integrating health promotion into WASH programming. I have experience with project design, monitoring, and facilitating capacity-building workshops.
I hold an MSc in Climate Change and Sustainable Development, a Post Graduate Diploma in WASH and a BSc in Environmental Science and Health. I am resourceful, team-oriented and committed to sustainable, evidence-based interventions that protect public health.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Health Promoter
International Medical Corps
Jun 2022 - Dec 2022 (6 months)
Conducted health promotion, CBM, IYCF and asset management trainings and supported MOHCC water quality monitoring; wrote reports and aligned health-promotion activities with WASH programs and national/district policies.
Online Volunteer
United Nations
Feb 2022 - May 2022 (3 months)
Mapped environmental organizations and raised awareness of UN volunteer vacancies, completing short-term assignments to support UNICEF South Africa and ASCOA outreach.
WASH Officer
Welthungerhilfe
Jun 2020 - Dec 2021 (1 year 6 months)
Monitored operational WASH activities, designed and delivered trainings/workshops, developed project designs and action plans, and coordinated with government and NGOs to implement program improvements.
Enumerator
Dan Church Aid
Apr 2020 - May 2020 (1 month)
Conducted 100 household surveys using ODK for program monitoring and data collection to support project assessment and reporting.
Enumerator
Dan Church Aid
Nov 2019 - Dec 2019 (1 month)
Conducted 100 household surveys using Scope in support of a WFP partnership to gather beneficiary data and inform program delivery.
Health Graduate Intern
World Vision Zimbabwe
Nov 2018 - Feb 2019 (3 months)
Planned and coordinated project activities with participants and MOH staff, conducted mobile health screening campaigns, adapted health IEC materials, facilitated review meetings, and produced program reports.
Research Assistant
International Organization for Migration
Sep 2018 - Nov 2018 (2 months)
Conducted household surveys, facilitated focus group discussions, and performed data entry and report writing to support program research activities.
Research Assistant
Lockhead Consultancy
Aug 2018 - Sep 2018 (1 month)
Conducted household surveys, facilitated focus group discussions, and interviewed key informants to support consultancy research projects.
Water Quality Technician
Dabane Trust
Sep 2017 - Jun 2018 (9 months)
Tested drinking water for operational, bacteriological and chemical parameters, maintained laboratory equipment, ensured compliance with WHO/SAZ limits, and recommended solutions for water quality lapses.
Environmental Health Intern
Dabane Trust
Sep 2015 - Aug 2016 (11 months)
Conducted water quality monitoring and sanitary inspections, facilitated CBM and hygiene promotion, performed site inspections, and produced regular program progress reports and feasibility studies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Lupane State University
Master of Science, Climate Change
2023 - 2026
Grade: 1
Activities and societies: Climate Change and Sustainable Development
Enrolled in a Master of Science in Climate Change program
Institute of Water and Sanitation Development
Postgraduate Diploma, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
2023 - 2024
Grade: Merit
Completed a Postgraduate Diploma in WASH with Merit, focusing on water, sanitation and hygiene programmatic skills.
National University of Science and Technology
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science and Health
2013 - 2017
Grade: 2.1
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science and Health, covering environmental health, water quality and public health topics.
St James High School
Advanced Level, Science (A-Level)
Completed Advanced Level with subjects in Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry.
St James High School
Ordinary Level, General Secondary Education (O-Level)
Grade: 7A, 4B
Completed Ordinary Level with 7 A's and 4 B's including Mathematics and English.
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