Geraldine B. Mbeki
Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
Program Leader with over 14 years of experience in planning, management, implementation, and monitoring and evaluation of donor-funded programs. Solid experience in managing multi-donor funded programs on Sexual and Reproductive Health, Maternal and Child Health, Community Health, and HIV/AIDS and TB Management. Stakeholder relationship builder, fostering relations with government/county governments, implementing partners, local and international organizations, community health workers, and donors, and fostering public-private partnerships on health systems strengthening, health financing, and the Universal Health Coverage agenda. An outstanding communicator, fluent in English and Kiswahili, with advanced use of MS Office Suite.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer: Project Assistant
Safaricom Limited
03.2019 - Current
- Identifying the most vulnerable society, (mostly women and children) to benefit in Safaricom foundation projects on matters of Health, Education and economic progress
- Support planning and coordination of foundation projects and its activities
- Liaise with senior management in ensuring implementation of proper policies and practices
- Maintain budget and track foundation expenditure and transactions
- Ensuring the main focus of the projects (Health, Economy, Education) are aimed at the most vulnerable people in society
- Helping women in developing a business idea for the projects funding and support its growth
- Coordination, monitoring and provision of technical oversight of Family Planning and integrated HIV, SGBV, SRH and Maternal health activities at facility and community level within geographical coverage allocated
- Supporting and building the capacities of the institutions to broaden and strengthen HIV/AIDS activities aimed at reducing stigma and improve FP uptake through developing positive messages
Community Services Delivery Officer
Kikuyu Referral Hospital
10.2012 - Current
- Health Promotion - Develop and implement health education programs to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent diseases
- As one of the County staff team members I participate in various indoor and outdoor events aimed at promoting Health in the communities
- Community Engagement: Work with community members, organizations, and stakeholders to assess health needs and develop initiatives
- I am involved in drafting funding proposals, as well as the actual implementation of Health programs in the County
- Data Collection & Analysis: Gather and analyze health-related data to identify trends and areas for improvement within Maternal Health, Family planning and community Health services
- Building capacity of health institutions in scaling up and strengthening community health activities through partner coordination monthly meetings, quarterly meetings and forums for public and private sector stakeholders
- Health Services Coordination: Collaborate with healthcare providers in Machakos County to ensure effective service delivery and access to care
- Outreach Programs: Conduct outreach activities to raise awareness about health issues and available services
- This is with a main focus on Maternal Healthcare, Family Planning and Child Health services
- Training & Support Train County staff, volunteers, health workers, and community members on health-related topics and interventions
- In collaboration with other agencies, I am involved in planning and conducting ongoing training for the community health volunteers and other County staff
- Policy Advocacy: Advocate for policies that improve community health and access to healthcare services
- Supporting the wider partnership between Machakos County and other partners on tech for transformation in the community health sector with a view to scaling of digital platforms in Kenya
- Driving advocacy agenda to reduce stigma and improve FP services uptake, assess to safe mother -child services by developing key messages and establishing community support groups
- Work as the point of contact at sub-county and county quarterly review meetings
- Represent the County in key meetings and contribute to policy review and development agenda on the health and safety of the Communities on a regular basis
- Participate in drafting key Machakos County Community Health Reports and presenting the findings to policy makers for onward consideration in improving the health of the communities
Community Health Officer
The Father’s Daughter
Kwale, Kenya
09.2008 - 07.2012
- Company Overview: Non-profit organization
- Provide direct support, including counselling, therapy, and crisis intervention, as needed to affected members in the community
- Monitor and evaluate progress, making necessary adjustments to the case plans mostly amongst young mothers and widows
- Advocate for the rights and welfare of individuals and groups facing social inequalities in the community mostly children and widows and young mothers
- Empower individuals and communities by educating them about their rights and available services
- Organize and conduct outreach programs to raise awareness about social issues and the NGO’s services
- I used to arrange for field activities which could bring members of the community together for instance soccer games, and handball competition within the community
- Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, healthcare providers, educational institutions, and other stakeholders
- Support in organizing workshops, awareness campaigns, and training sessions on topics like mental health, child protection, gender equality, etc
- Track and report on the impact of outreach and social work activities, ensuring adherence to objectives and outcomes
- Prepare regular reports on the status of client cases and community initiatives, highlighting challenges, successes, and recommendations
- Conduct training sessions for community leaders, volunteers, and other stakeholders on social work practices, rights-based approaches, and ethical standards
- Participate in professional development opportunities and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge in social work practice
- Respond to immediate crisis situations, providing support to individuals or communities affected by disasters, violence, or trauma
- Offer psychological first aid, coordinate emergency relief efforts, and connect individuals with necessary resources
- Non-profit organization
Education
Certificate - human resource management
Kenya Institute of Management
01.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration and Sociology
University of Nairobi
01.2007
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Our Lady of Lourdes Nyabururu Girls Secondary School
01.2007
Skills
- Program Management
- Program Monitoring & Evaluation
- Health System Strengthening
- Health Financing
- Proposal Development
- Capacity Building & Training
- Leadership
- Program/Donor Reporting
- Budget Monitoring
- Program Advocacy
- M&E Tools Development
- Knowledge Management
- Stakeholder Relations
Community Service
Mentor, Global Give Back Circle, Master Card Foundation, 1, Volunteer, Safaricom Foundation, Tree planting, Education projects for poor families, Traveling, Reading
References
Available on request.
Training
- Behavior Change & Communication Strategies for Service Providers, PSI Kenya, 04/01/22
- Management of Tuberculosis in HIV/AIDS, ICAP, 01/01/19 - 06/30/19
- Provider-Initiated Testing and Counseling (PITC), ICAP Kenya, 01/01/15
- Integrated Management of Childhood Illness (IMCI), Ministry of Health/Kisumu County, 01/01/09 - 12/31/19
- Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV/AIDS, ICAP Kenya, 01/01/10
- Customer Experience Certificate, Unknown, Unknown
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Access & PowerPoint, Unknown, Unknown
- First Aid Certificate / Qualified First Aider, Unknown, Unknown
Areasofexpertise
- Program Management
- Program Monitoring & Evaluation
- Health System Strengthening
- Health Financing
- Proposal Development
- Capacity Building & Training
- Leadership
- Program/Donor Reporting
- Budget Monitoring
- Program Advocacy
- M&E Tools Development
- Knowledge Management
- Stakeholder Relations
Timeline
Volunteer: Project Assistant
Safaricom Limited
03.2019 - Current
Community Services Delivery Officer
Kikuyu Referral Hospital
10.2012 - Current
Community Health Officer
The Father’s Daughter
09.2008 - 07.2012
Certificate - human resource management
Kenya Institute of Management
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration and Sociology
University of Nairobi
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Our Lady of Lourdes Nyabururu Girls Secondary School
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