# Arinda Arthur Arinda Arthur is a remote worker on Himalayas, Global Innovations Manager at Living Goods, based in Uganda. Source: https://himalayas.app/@arindaarthur ```text Innovations and projects manager with extensive health experience. ``` | Detail | Value | | --- | --- | | Availability | Open to opportunities | | Location | Uganda | | Authorized to work in | Uganda | | Job categories | Senior Innovation Manager, Project Manager, Social Entrepreneur | | Skills | Project Management, Data Analysis, Digital Health, Performance Management, One Health Principles, Art And Creativity, Problem Solving, Communication Adaptability, High Emotional Intelligence, Gordon, Communication Skills | ## What I'm looking for ```text I seek a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, allowing me to drive impactful health initiatives. ``` ## About ```text I am a highly creative and multitalented innovations and projects manager with extensive experience in health projects, community health, social entrepreneurship, and business management. My journey has been marked by a commitment to driving transformational change and accelerating organizational growth through innovative project management. Currently, I serve as the Global Innovations Manager at Living Goods, where I lead and design innovative project solutions using human-centered design approaches across multiple countries. My previous roles have equipped me with a robust skill set, including leading teams, managing performance, and fostering partnerships with local governments and health organizations. With a passion for health innovations and a strong focus on community well-being, I am dedicated to making a positive impact in the health sector. I thrive in collaborative environments and am driven by the desire to help organizations stay competitive in a rapidly changing world. ``` ## Experience ### Global Innovations Manager (current) Living Goods. Jan 2023 - Present ```text Led and designed innovation project solutions through human-centered design approaches in Kenya, Uganda, and Burkina Faso. Designed and launched a CEBS pilot program in Busia, Kenya, and co-piloted an e-learning platform for CHWs. ``` Skills: Human-Centered-Design, Innovation-Management, E-Learning, Predictive-Analytics ### Regional Manager Living Goods. Jan 2021 - Jan 2023 ```text Led a team of five branches across five Ugandan districts, supporting over 800 Community Health Workers (CHWs) with an emphasis on organizational culture and team effectiveness. Utilized the 4 Disciplines of Execution to build a resilient team that achieved 100% of High Impact Health Targets. ``` Skills: Team-Leadership, Performance-Management ### Field Operations and Study Co-ordinator Living Goods. Jan 2018 - Jan 2022 ```text Supported day-to-day operations of organizational field activities, including scheduling, budgeting, work planning, and team orientation. Deputized the Deputy Country Director, ensuring smooth execution of programs. ``` Skills: Field-Operations, Budgeting, Team-Coordination, Support-Operations ### Community Health Manager Living Goods. Jan 2016 - Jan 2018 ```text Led a branch and over 100 CHWs in two districts, partnering with the District Health Team to deliver iCCM, MCH, FP, and Immunization programs. Ensured cohesiveness and reliable partnership between Living Goods and the district. ``` Skills: Community-Health, Program-Management, Partnership-Development ### Senior Nursing Officer Lira Regional Referral Hospital. Jan 2015 - Jan 2016 ```text Led in-patient care and preparation of nursing care plans, supporting ward rounds and patient counseling to promote adherence to medicines. Provided patient preparation, NICU, OPD, and ART services. ``` Skills: Patient-Care, Ward-Rounds ## Education ### Uganda Management Institute MBA, Business Administration ```text Completed a Master of Business Administration program. Focused on advanced business principles and management strategies, preparing for leadership roles. ``` ### University of Minnesota Certificate in Social Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship ```text Engaged in studies focused on social entrepreneurship. Explored innovative approaches to address social issues through sustainable business models. ``` ### Kristianstad University Applied Clinical Nursing, Nursing ```text Studied applied clinical nursing practices, gaining hands-on experience in patient care. Developed expertise in clinical procedures and healthcare delivery. ``` ### Makerere University Certificate in Suicide Prevention, Public Health ```text Completed a specialized program on suicide prevention. Gained critical knowledge and skills in identifying risk factors and implementing intervention strategies. ``` ### Makerere University BSc Nursing, Nursing ```text Obtained a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Focused on comprehensive nursing care, health promotion, and disease prevention, preparing for professional practice. ``` ### University of Washington Certificate in Project Management, Project Management ```text Undertook a program focused on project management methodologies. Gained skills in planning, executing, and closing projects effectively across various domains. ``` ## Tech stack - Gmail - Gordon To contact Arinda, message them from this profile with a Himalayas employer account: [Hire on Himalayas](https://himalayas.app/hire). ## People also viewed - [Brian Tevin](https://himalayas.app/@briantevin): Operations Assistant, PDO SYSTEMS LTD - [Sharon Muhimbo](https://himalayas.app/@sharonmuhimbo): Cluster Coordinator, Infectious Disease Institute (IDI) - [Niyonsaba Gilbert](https://himalayas.app/@niyonsabagilbert): Team Lead, Rwamwanja Refugee Education Initiative - [Charity Namara](https://himalayas.app/@charitynamara): Training and Coaching Consultant, Self Employed - [Louise Nassuna](https://himalayas.app/@louisenassuna): Health Specialist, UNICEF - [Iceta Christopher](https://himalayas.app/@icetachristopher): Roving Health Officer, International Rescue Committee - [Dickson Mukundane](https://himalayas.app/@dicksonmukundane): Health Officer, Uganda Red Cross Society - [Lydia Otimong](https://himalayas.app/@lydiaotimong): Research and Evaluation Associate, Maarifa Consult - [Lillian Mercy Akello](https://himalayas.app/@lillianmercyakello): Regional Coordinator, BRAC Uganda - [Alesi Fauzia](https://himalayas.app/@alesifauzia): Communications Officer, CaféAfrica (U)