Naef Zaki
@naefzaki
Public health specialist, epidemiologist, and biostatistician with extensive humanitarian program leadership.
What I'm looking for
I am a Medical Doctor and Public Health Specialist with 26+ years of experience across clinical practice, epidemiology, biostatistics, and humanitarian health programs. I combine hands-on clinical skills with advanced public health training to lead complex health interventions in crisis settings.
My work has focused on disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, emergency preparedness, DRR, and anticipatory action, with a track record of strengthening primary health care systems and coordinating with MoPHP, WHO, and clusters. I have led capacity building and supervision initiatives to improve service quality across multiple facilities.
I have managed and implemented donor-funded health and nutrition projects, overseeing budgets up to USD 1 million, procurement plans, and performance monitoring. I have conducted epidemiological research, presented findings at regional conferences, and led multiple outbreak investigations.
I am results-driven, able to work under pressure, and committed to delivering high-quality health and nutrition services to vulnerable populations. I seek roles where I can apply my technical expertise and leadership to strengthen health systems and emergency response capacity.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Health Advisor
GIZ
Jan 2022 - Jan 2025 (3 years)
Led and managed local health project subsidies up to USD 1M, strengthened PHC services, and coordinated with MoPHP, WHO, and NGOs to improve service delivery and compliance with donor standards.
Coordinated MSP and nutrition services across three facilities, conducted assessments and trainings, and supervised 75+ staff delivering services to 50,000+ beneficiaries including treatment of 1,200+ SAM children.
Field Epidemiologist
FETP
Jan 2013 - Dec 2015 (2 years 11 months)
Led 16 epidemiological and operational research studies, conducted outbreak investigations (dengue, malaria, cholera), and analyzed surveillance data to support early warning and response.
Delivered emergency maternal and reproductive health services in conflict-affected areas, supervised 50 medical staff, and supported safe delivery for 100+ high-risk pregnant women.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
American University of Beirut
Master of Public Health, Epidemiology & Biostatistics
2016 - 2018
Grade: GPA 3.75/4.0
Master of Public Health in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, graduated with honors (GPA 3.75/4.0).
Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP)
High Diploma in Applied Epidemiology, Applied Epidemiology
2013 - 2015
Grade: Ranked 1st of 12
High Diploma in Applied Epidemiology (FETP), ranked 1st among 12 trainees.
University of Aden
Doctor of Medicine (MBBS), Medicine
1992 - 1998
Grade: Ranked 7th of 200
Doctor of Medicine (MBBS), ranked 7th out of 200 students.
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