Skills

  • Ms office
    10
  • MS Excel
    10
  • Ms PowerPoint
    10
  • MS Word
    10
  • Data analysis skills
    8
  • ArcGIS
    6
  • English
    8
  • Amharic
    10

Recommendations

Lamin KANYI

 4/19/2024
8

"I have worked with Brehanu in Papua New Guinea as sub-national consultant supporting vaccine preventable disease (VPDs)surveillance, routine immunisation and health system strengthening. While working with him, he demonstrated high competence in delivering the assigned tasks . His technical supports assisted the province to accomplished the key performance indicators and greatly contributed in the overall interruption of chains of transmission of VPDs."

Experience

Birhanu Areda

Work experience
  • Duties and accomplishments
  • 1. Routine Immunization
  • Collaborated with public health authorities to create a comprehensive micro plan for routine immunization.
  • Enhanced routine immunization coverage in the provinces under my supervision through training, mentorship, follow-up, and monitoring of activities. This was achieved by ensuring regular outreach and mobile sessions were conducted.
  • Provided technical support to provincial health authorities, district health offices, and health facilities on vaccine management, administration, social mobilization, reporting, recording tools, and mentorship.
  • Designed a monthly data analysis dashboard to monitor progress and provide effective feedback at all levels.
  • 2. Vaccine Preventable Disease Surveillance
  • Enhanced surveillance indicators for vaccine-preventable diseases in the provinces through on-the-job training and mentorship on Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP), Acute Febrile Rash (AFR), and other vaccine-preventable diseases (VPD) for sub-national surveillance staff and focal persons.
  • Offered technical support such as training, supportive supervision, and monitoring on case detection, investigation, specimen collection, and transportation to enhance the surveillance system.
  • 3. COVID-19 Surveillance and Vaccination
  • Provided technical support, including training and mentorship, for COVID-19 surveillance in response to the pandemic.
  • I spearheaded the development of a micro plan for the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination. I provided guidance and support throughout the introduction and implementation of the vaccination campaign.
  • Conducted continuous training, demand creation, supportive supervision, and monitoring for COVID-19 vaccine distribution.
  • Enhanced social mobilization and community engagement in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Ensured infection prevention and control measures were implemented in health facilities and other locations during COVID-19 response activities.
  • Supported provincial health authorities and districts with data management and analysis for COVID-19 response efforts.
  • Provided technical support for sample collection and shipment to the national laboratory for COVID-19 testing.
  • 4. System strengthening
  • Delivered training and advocacy sessions, as well as weekly and monthly performance feedback reports to Provincial Emergency Operating Centers (PEOCs), District Operating Centers (DEOCs), Task Forces, and Technical Working Groups in order to enhance capacity and fortify the system.

Birhanu Areda

Work experience
  • III. African Union Support to Ebola Outbreak in West Africa (ASEOWA) volunteer as Field Epidemiologist at   African Union (AU)
  • Successfully fulfilled the role of Field Epidemiologist, leading a team responsible for case investigation, contact tracing, quarantine home management, surveillance, and health education.
  • Conducted thorough contact tracing and case investigations.
  • Managed data related to case investigations, quarantine, and contact tracing.
  • Provided training to health professionals on Ebola outbreak response, focusing on case investigation, contact tracing, environmental cleaning, and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC).
  • Prepared surveillance reports utilizing graphs and charts for clear presentation of data.
  • Delivered regular feedback to reporting units regarding disease trends and outbreaks.
  • Enhanced epidemiological surveillance by emphasizing immediate notification and reporting.
  • Conducted health education sessions on disease patterns and infection control for community audiences.
  • Increased community awareness through educational initiatives on infection control practices.

Birhanu Areda

Education

Birhanu Areda

Work experience
  • Duties and accomplishment
  • Conducted an outbreak investigation of Cholera, Rubela, Anthrax measles, polio, and others VPD in the West Arsi Zone of the Oromia Region in Ethiopia.
  • I advocated for and mobilized governmental, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and the community in the Zone to increase community-wide engagement in polio eradication and strengthening routine immunization activities.
  • I strongly advocate for the implementation of Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI) and surveillance as key components of a comprehensive agenda for all levels of stakeholders. This ensured a coordinated and effective response, guided by evidence-based assessments.
  • Developed and maintained a highly responsive surveillance system within the designated area.
  • Provided support to health facilities and Health Extension Workers (HEWs) in monitoring vaccine-preventable diseases and conducting prompt outbreak investigations and responses when outbreaks occur.
  • Monitored surveillance data on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to track progress towards national and regional targets. Implemented action plans in areas where data revealed gaps or weaknesses.
  • Assisted in the timely allocation and retirement of surveillance funds at all levels.
  • Developed an EPI and surveillance plan aligned with regional and national targets.
  • Provided supportive supervision and on-the-job mentoring to health facilities, monitoring immunization performance on a monthly, quarterly, biannual, and annual basis.
  • Weekly collection of public health disease surveillance data, ensuring completeness and consistency before timely reporting to the regional health bureau.
  • Analyzed collected data to identify trends and potential outbreaks, conducting verifications and investigations if outbreaks were suspected.
  • Led monthly, quarterly, semiannual, and annual EPI and Surveillance task force meetings.
  • Planned and executed advocacy visits, workshops, and social mobilization activities at district, health facility, and community levels.
  • Maintained strong relationships with partners such as WHO, UNICEF, government offices, and other stakeholders.
  • Monitored and evaluated Zonal AFP, Measles, NNT, and NIDs/SIAs/Mop ups activities based on indicators and progress towards national targets.
  • Coordinated outbreak control campaigns, such as measles, Polio, Meningitis and Cholera vaccination campaigns.
  • Provided capacity building training on public health emergency management core activities like public health early warning system, timely epidemic response and preparedness, Integrated Disease surveillance mainly on AFP/Polio, Measles and Neonatal Tetanus and review of performances
  • Conducted risk assessment in identifying potential disaster prone areas
  • Coordinated stakeholders and partners acting on Public Health Emergency and Surveillance

Birhanu Areda

Work experience
  • Compiled reports on a regular basis as needed.
  • Created engaging presentations for monthly and quarterly meetings.
  • Ensured effective oversight and evaluation of NGO activities.
  • Monitored the performance of health services in all districts, aligning them with national and zonal targets.
  • Provided valuable feedback to districts and NGOs, addressing gaps identified during report submission and quarterly review meetings.
  • Conducted comprehensive training for staff members of zonal and district health offices.
  • Designed and facilitated supportive supervision sessions.
  • Conducted thorough and supportive supervision activities.
  • Vigilantly monitored the progress of zonal projects.

Birhanu Areda

Work experience
  • Monitored the prevalence and patterns of selected priority diseases to stay informed about emerging health trends.
  • Enhanced the district's surveillance system to ensure effective monitoring and early detection of potential health threats.
  • Facilitated prompt investigation and response to disease outbreaks, ensuring the protection of public health.
  • Prepared and submitted detailed reports, providing accurate and timely information to relevant authorities.
  • Implemented stringent measures to maintain sanitation and hygiene standards in food and drinking establishments within the district, safeguarding the community's well-being.
  • Regulated and oversaw the quality of services provided by private health facilities operating within the district, ensuring compliance with required standards.
  • Renewed licenses for private health facilities as needed, ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining high levels of care.
  • Coordinated and oversaw the implementation of Health Extension Package activities, ensuring effective delivery of essential healthcare services.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports as necessary, providing a detailed overview of relevant activities and outcomes.

Birhanu Areda

Education

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Lamin KANYI

 4/19/2024
8

"I have worked with Brehanu in Papua New Guinea as sub-national consultant supporting vaccine preventable disease (VPDs)surveillance, routine immunisation and health system strengthening. While working with him, he demonstrated high competence in delivering the assigned tasks . His technical supports assisted the province to accomplished the key performance indicators and greatly contributed in the overall interruption of chains of transmission of VPDs."