Julian Kembabazi
@juliankembabazi
Global mental health advocate with strong communication and organizational skills.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Global Mental Health Advocate with a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and an MBA Diploma from Sinapis Entrepreneur Academy. My journey in mental health began at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital, where I shadowed psychologists and psychiatrists, gaining hands-on experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and patient advocacy. I have worked with diverse populations facing mental health challenges, including depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, advocating for their safety and inclusion.
In my role as a Patient Service Coordinator at Aga Khan University Hospital, I was responsible for enhancing the patient experience for over 1800 patients monthly. I developed patient management workflows and supported healthcare professionals in scheduling and addressing patient concerns. My administrative skills were further honed as an Executive Personal Assistant at Global Rights Alert, where I managed travel arrangements and coordinated international meetings, ensuring effective communication between stakeholders.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Mental Health Advocate
Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital
Shadowed psychologists and psychiatrists, clerking patients and practicing CBT therapy under supervision. Worked with individuals facing mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, and substance abuse, advocating for patient safety and inclusion for approximately 1800 patients monthly. Coordinated addiction clinics, serving around 50 patients per week.
Patient Service Coordinator
Aga Khan University Hospital
Managed the patient experience throughout their hospital stay and contributed to developing patient management and workflow processes for over 1800 patients monthly. Supported 10 healthcare professionals by scheduling meetings, addressing patient concerns, and providing realistic timelines for doctor consultations. Scheduled over 60 appointments daily and generated customer reports with financial
Executive Personal Assistant
Global Rights Alert
Executed diverse administrative tasks, including domestic and international travel arrangements, scheduling, and managing correspondence between international donors and internal teams. Ensured follow-through on all discussed meeting items and managed action item timelines across a seven-person team and external stakeholders. Successfully planned and executed quarterly conferences with internation
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Mbarara University of Science and Technology
Bachelors, Information Technology
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology. Gained foundational knowledge and practical skills in various aspects of IT.
Sinapis Entrepreneur Academy
MBA Diploma, Entrepreneurship
Obtained an MBA Diploma in Entrepreneurship, in conjunction with Acton School of Business. Developed strong business acumen and entrepreneurial skills.
YALI Network
Professional Online Short courses, Leadership and Development
Activities and societies: Developing, Mentoring and Supporting Youth Leadership; Strategies for Personal Growth and Development; Effective Communication for Healthy Outcomes; Understanding Human Rights; Servant Leadership and the Deciding Difference; Understanding and Countering Disinformation
Completed six professional online short courses through the YALI Network. Enhanced skills in youth leadership, personal growth, effective communication, human rights, servant leadership, and countering disinformation.
Alison
Diploma, Mental Health
Completed an online Diploma in Mental Health through Alison. Gained comprehensive knowledge in mental health principles and practices.
Pan American Health Organization and World Health Organization
Program, Mental Health Stigma
Participated in a program on understanding and acting against mental health stigma in health contexts. Collaborated with the Pan American Health Organization and World Health Organization.
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
Program, Mental Health Leadership
Completed the Mental Health Leadership Program, focusing on transformation through innovation. Studied at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Neuroscience Education Institute
Program, Mental Illness Recovery Support
Participated in the 'Partners in Care' program from the Neuroscience Education Institute. Focused on fostering relationships with clubhouses to support recovery from serious mental illness.
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