Umar Yahaya
@umaryahaya1
Computer Science graduate specializing in IT support, networking, and cybersecurity.
NigeriaWhat I'm looking for
I am a B.Sc. Computer Science and IT graduate with hands-on experience in IT support, networking, data collection, and field monitoring for public health programs. I have supported network setup and troubleshooting, contributed to WHO data collection and verification activities using ODK Collect and CommCare, and completed Cisco cybersecurity training.
I combine technical skills in C++, Python, HTML, Java, Microsoft Office, and cybersecurity awareness with strong teamwork and communication abilities. I seek to apply my technical knowledge and field monitoring experience to drive reliable IT operations and data-quality outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
WOEnroller (Vaccination Programme)
World Health Organization
Apr 2024 - Apr 2024 (0 months)
Enrolled vaccination teams and captured/submitted team data using the CommCare app during OPV and DoPV sensitization activities in April 2024.
WOLQAS Verifier (M&E)
World Health Organization
Feb 2024 - Feb 2024 (0 months)
Conducted LQAS verification visits for quality assurance of sampled populations in Danmusa LG as part of monitoring and evaluation activities.
WOField Enumerator
World Health Organization
Sep 2023 - Sep 2023 (0 months)
Submitted real-time survey data to central systems for monitoring and reporting during enumerations in September 2023.
WOData Collector
World Health Organization
Sep 2022 - Sep 2022 (0 months)
Collected and submitted field data using ODK Collect for a ten-day measles vaccine sensitization programme, enabling timely monitoring and reporting.
IT Support Intern
GBB
Feb 2022 - Aug 2022 (6 months)
Provided IT support including network troubleshooting, network setup for organizations, and system security issue resolution during a six-month internship.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
FDFederal University Dutsin-Ma
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science and IT
2019 - 2024
B.Sc. in Computer Science and IT program attended at Federal University Dutsin-Ma from 2019 to 2024.
Federal Government College Kano
SSCE, Secondary Education
2013 - 2019
Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) completed at Federal Government College Kano from 2013 to 2019.
Golden Hallmark Nursery, Primary and College
Primary School Leaving Certificate, Primary Education
2008 - 2012
Completed Primary School Leaving Certificate at Golden Hallmark Nursery, Primary and College from 2008 to 2012.
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