Official Zet
@officialzet
Public health leader with 15 years of infectious disease experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated public health leader with over 15 years of experience in implementing and supporting infectious disease programs across Africa, particularly in HIV and TB. My academic background includes a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences and a Master of Public Health, which have equipped me with the knowledge and skills necessary to drive impactful health initiatives. I have a proven track record in program management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning, ensuring that health programs align with national and international health goals.
Throughout my career, I have successfully led various health programs, including vaccine roll-out initiatives and rapid response efforts for cholera and Ebola outbreaks. My ability to cultivate strong relationships with ministries of health, NGOs, and international organizations has been instrumental in enhancing program effectiveness. I am passionate about health systems strengthening and have contributed to the development of training curricula and quality improvement initiatives that integrate public health strategies into primary healthcare systems.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
National Coordinator
Africa CDC
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 8 months)
Lead and manage the country-level implementation of Africa CDC’s vaccine roll-out support program, ensuring successful integration of booster strategies and adherence to the 100-100-70 initiative. Develop and execute detailed action plans, cultivate relationships with stakeholders, and monitor financial and programmatic risks.
Epidemiologist (Cholera Rapid Response)
Africa CDC
Feb 2023 - Sep 2023 (7 months)
Assessed and developed quality improvement initiatives for cholera treatment units, trained healthcare staff on sample collection and testing, and collaborated with health authorities to optimize response strategies.
Epidemiologist (Sudan Ebola Virus Disease Rapid Response)
Africa CDC
Nov 2022 - Jan 2023 (2 months)
Developed a community-based disease surveillance model, trained Village Health Team members, and conducted data analysis to guide Ebola response efforts, ensuring alignment with global health standards.
Epidemiologist (Covid-19 Rapid Response)
Africa CDC
Dec 2021 - Sep 2022 (9 months)
Provided guidance on the COVID-19 response, focusing on disease surveillance, data management, and collaboration with various ministries to strengthen control efforts and ensure effective reporting.
Laboratory Manager
MSF Holland
Jan 2020 - Jul 2021 (1 year 6 months)
Managed lab activities for a TB care project, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, overseeing staff performance, and coordinating training and recruitment for laboratory personnel.
Flying Laboratory Activity Manager
MSF Holland
May 2019 - Nov 2019 (6 months)
Strengthened blood donation services and reinforced laboratory services in biochemistry and hematology, focusing on quality management and donor recruitment.
Laboratory Activity Manager
MSF Switzerland
Dec 2016 - Aug 2018 (1 year 8 months)
Guided a team in implementing a decentralized sputum collection project, enhancing laboratory quality measures and ensuring compliance with health standards.
Laboratory Activity Manager
MSF Holland
Jul 2015 - Dec 2016 (1 year 5 months)
Executed plans to enhance drug sensitivity testing and improve laboratory conditions, integrating quality control measures to reduce contamination rates.
Laboratory Supervisor
MSF Switzerland
Aug 2008 - May 2015 (6 years 9 months)
Led a team to evaluate tuberculosis testing methods and implemented systems to improve result management, significantly reducing lost results.
Medical Laboratory Scientist
MSF Holland
Jul 2007 - Jul 2008 (11 months)
Conducted diagnostic testing for HIV and TB, trained lab assistants, and performed routine serological testing, contributing to improved patient care.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Zambia
Master of Business Administration, Project Management
2020 - 2021
University of South Africa Pretoria
Master of Public Health, Public Health
2017 - 2020
University of South Africa Pretoria
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), Development Studies
2013 - 2014
University of Zimbabwe
Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences
2000 - 2004
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