Key skills and expertise

With 20 years of experience, the expert is proficient in community development, health advocacy, and project management. They have led multi-cultural teams in implementing HIV/AIDS, malaria, and TB initiatives in Nigeria, achieving significant improvements in health service delivery. Their skills include capacity assessments, institutional capacity building, and logistics management. The expert has successfully coordinated national projects, mentored laboratory staff, and secured increased budget allocations for health programs. Previously held roles such as Senior Technical Officer and State Team Leader demonstrate expertise in strategic planning and stakeholder engagement.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as USAID and the Global Fund. Their involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in health-related sectors, focusing on HIV/AIDS, malaria, and TB services. The projects were national in scope, covering various states in Nigeria including Kaduna, Kebbi, and the North Central Zone. Responsibilities have included strengthening health systems, improving laboratory services, and facilitating government readiness for direct donor funding.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked extensively in the health, community development, and NGO sectors, specializing in HIV/AIDS, malaria, and TB programs in Nigeria. Leadership roles such as Senior Technical Officer and State Team Leader have focused on project implementation, capacity building, and logistics management. Cross-cutting expertise includes health systems strengthening and advocacy, with a country-specific focus on improving health service delivery and policy influence in collaboration with government and international partners. The expert's experience spans various states, including Kaduna, Kebbi, and the North Central Zone, with a deep understanding of local governance and cultural dynamics.

Languages and education

The expert is fluent in English, which is one of the UN official languages. This competence has been utilized extensively in professional settings, including working with multilingual teams and engaging in international development projects. Their educational background includes a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences from Ambrose Alli University in Nigeria, along with a Master's Certificate in Healthcare Leadership and a Project Leadership Certificate from Cornell University, USA. These qualifications underscore expertise in medical laboratory sciences and leadership in healthcare settings.