Spatial epidemiologist with expertise in health data collation, analysis, visualization, interpretation, report writing and dissemination. A season monitoring and evaluation expert specialized in epidemiological data analysis, public health strategy implementation, spatial data analysis, presentation and effective reporting. Self-motivated and an innovative thinker with a knack for developing creative solutions to complex problems. Seeking a position with the opportunity for new challenges, professional development and advancement. Experienced in project management with strong leadership and relationship-building skills.
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SAMUEL OPPONG
Perth,WA
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
National Malaria Elimination Programme
Malaria Data Specialist
01.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Conducted analysis of malaria data towards development of risk stratification for Ghana
- Led analysis and development of malaria risk stratification towards sub-national tailoring of interventions for the development of Malaria vaccine application and National Malaria Elimination Strategic Plan
- Rendered continuous technical assistance in data analysis and use in the National Malaria Elimination Program to enhance programmatic decision making and allocation of resources to all 16 regions and 261 districts of the country to implement malaria interventions
- Facilitated establishment and institutionalisation of data use processes, with focus on reducing time in information to decision cycle within NMEP
- Implemented efficient and secure procedures for monthly data validation and analysis by using advanced analytical tools leading to improvement in data analytic capacity
National
Data Manager/ Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
08.2008 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Malaria Control Programme
- Provided monthly technical guidance on SM&E plans of all drug-based malaria prevention and vector control interventions
- Coordinated planning and implementation of outreach, training and supportive supervision at national and sub-national levels on malaria case management and data management
- Collaborated in the development of policy documents to guide implementation of malaria control interventions in the country leading to production of National Malaria Strategic Plan and other national guidelines
- Coordinated annual routine data quality audits on reported malaria data through the Health Information Management System across the country involving over 80 sampled sites annually
- Co-led evaluation assessments of malaria control interventions in Ghana through periodic supportive supervision, mid-term evaluations and national surveys
- Initiated three data sharing processes between partners and government agencies to ensure all data protection protocols are observed
- Managed annual routine malaria surveillance and service data from health facilities, health directorates and other programme implementers.
Research Triangle Institute, RTI International
District Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
04.2008 - 08.2008
Job overview
- Designed three monitoring and data capturing tools for spray operators and supervisors for IRS implementation
- Trained over 50 spray operators and supervisors on monitoring and data capturing tools to track spray progress
- Trained over 50 spray operators and supervisors on spray techniques in line with IRS SOPs
- Supervised activities of over 50 spray operators and supervisors to ensure adherence to IRS SOPs
- Collated daily data on spray activities submitted by supervisors and examined for consistency and accuracy leading to good data quality reports
- Examined and reported on spray activities in the district to the management weekly leading to improved spray outcome.
Education
Curtin University Perth, WA
PhD from Epidemiology
2027
University Overview
Topic: Spatio-temporal Analysis of Malaria Data to Inform Decision making
University of Basel Switzerland
Master of Science
2015
University Overview
Dissertation topic: Geostatistical Modelling to Estimate Malaria Parasitemia (Risk) and Assess Spatial Effects of Interventions in Ghana
University of Basel Switzerland
Diploma of Advance Studies from Health Care and Management in Tropical Countries
2013
University Overview
University of Cape Coast
Bachelor of Science from Human Biology
2007
University Overview
Skills
- Experience in health system strengthening support (DHIS, HIS)
- Project management
- Good leadership skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities based on use of data
- Proficiency in use of statistical software eg SPSS, STATA, R
- Emotional intelligence
- Conflict management
- Team player
- Written communication and presentation skills
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Participant Oct 2022 - Nov 2022 American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene - Improved knowledge and contributed to Global Health through interactions in the 72nd Annual Conference of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
- Participant Oct 2019 American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene - Presented an abstract to share knowledge and contributed to Global Health through interactions in the 68th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
- Participant Nov 2016 American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene - Presented an abstract to share knowledge and contributed to Global Health through interactions in the 65th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
- Participant Aug 2014 Novartis International Biotechnology Leadership Camp - part of a group of 60 selected students from around the world to interact with key Novartis scientist leading unique approach to drug discovery.
Affiliations
Affiliations
Member - Applied Malaria Modelling Network (AMMNET)Certification
- Licensed Project Management Professional - January 2021
References
References
To be provided on demand
Timeline
Malaria Data Specialist
National Malaria Elimination Programme
01.2021 - 05.2023
Data Manager/ Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist
National
08.2008 - 12.2020
District Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator
Research Triangle Institute, RTI International
04.2008 - 08.2008
Curtin University
PhD from Epidemiology
University of Basel
Master of Science
University of Basel
Diploma of Advance Studies from Health Care and Management in Tropical Countries
University of Cape Coast
Bachelor of Science from Human Biology
- Licensed Project Management Professional - January 2021
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