jackson selaya

I am a research anthropologist with hands-on fieldwork experience and a BA in Anthropology from the University of Dar-es-Salaam. I specialize in ethnographic studies, qualitative and quantitative research, and community engagement.

At Buguruni ward office I integrated social welfare activities across communities and prepared actionable information to inform social workers and local stakeholders. I supported program design that clarified unique community needs and improved local service delivery.

While collaborating with Sinza Palestina Hospital and district health officials, I contributed to patient-care and infectious-disease policies and provided counseling around HIV/AIDS, linking biological and socio-cultural dimensions of health. I examined environmental determinants of health and worked with multidisciplinary teams to reduce malaria, intestinal worms, polio, and other public-health burdens.

I bring strong interpersonal and leadership skills, fluency in English and Swahili, proficiency with Microsoft Office, project management experience, and a commitment to culturally sensitive research that improves community well-being. I enjoy reading and listening to stories, which informs my empathetic approach to fieldwork and community dialogue.