NNEJI WINIFRED EBUBECHI

Public Health Graduate | Epidemiology & Surveillance Specialist

Abuja, NG.

About

Dynamic Public Health graduate and Epidemiology & Surveillance Specialist with proven expertise in public health surveillance, data management, and community health initiatives. Adept at conducting rigorous data quality reviews, ensuring 100% accuracy in critical health reporting, and strengthening health systems through effective stakeholder engagement. Eager to leverage strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to drive evidence-based public health interventions and enhance community well-being.

Work

Epidemiology & Public Health Department

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Corps Member (NYSC)

Abuja, Abuja Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

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Summary

Currently serving as a Corps Member, enhancing robust data integrity and strengthening public health surveillance systems within the Epidemiology & Public Health Department across the region.

Highlights

Executed comprehensive data quality reviews, achieving 100% accuracy and compliance with reporting standards for critical public health data.

Streamlined communication and collaboration with Local Government Area Disease Surveillance and Notification Officers (LGA DSNOS), significantly enhancing timely data collection and reporting efficiency.

Contributed to the development and successful implementation of public health surveillance protocols, improving the efficiency of disease tracking and response mechanisms.

Analyzed complex epidemiological data to identify critical trends, informing evidence-based public health interventions and supporting strategic decision-making for community health.

Imo Ministry Of Health

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Industrial Trainee

Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria

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Summary

Completed a six-month industrial training, gaining practical experience in public health program implementation, disease screening, and community engagement within state health facilities.

Highlights

Executed comprehensive tuberculosis screenings for primary and secondary school students, contributing to early detection and preventative health measures.

Administered HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis screenings for patients across Imo State Specialist Hospital and Federal Medical Center Owerri, directly supporting public health diagnostics and patient care.

Accurately monitored and recorded vital signs during antenatal care sessions, ensuring critical health data collection for pregnant women.

Actively participated in emergency operation meetings, gaining exposure to rapid response planning and coordination strategies during public health crises.

Led community health sensitization and HIV/AIDS screening initiatives across local governments, significantly promoting public health awareness and early intervention.

Umuodu Owerri Municipal Council

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Industrial Trainee

Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria

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Summary

Provided critical support for community health initiatives, focusing on immunization awareness and assessing living conditions to inform local public health strategies.

Highlights

Executed door-to-door community sensitization campaigns, educating residents on the critical importance of immunization and increasing health literacy.

Conducted comprehensive surveys to assess the living conditions of local indigenes, collecting valuable data for public health planning and intervention.

Collaborated effectively with local health officers to identify key community health needs and barriers to healthcare access, directly informing the development of targeted outreach programs.

Education

Federal University Of Technology, Owerri

Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria
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Bachelor Public Health

Certificates

HSE I&II

Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response

Mpox - Prevention, Response And Care

Skills

Public Health & Epidemiology

Public Health Surveillance, Epidemiology Data Management, Health Sensitization, Disease Screening (TB, HIV/AIDS), Antenatal Care Support, Public Health Interventions, Community Health Education, Disease Tracking.

Research & Data

Scientific Reporting, Data Quality Review, Epidemiological Data Interpretation, Critical Thinking, Problem-solving.

Professional & Leadership

Team Collaboration, Communication (Verbal & Written), Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Coordination, Time Management, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail.

Software & Tools

Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint.

Interests

Reading

Public Health Initiatives

Cooking

Research

Volunteering

References

References available upon request.

Projects

Undergraduate Thesis: Knowledge and Perception of Postnatal Depression

Summary

A comprehensive research project investigating the knowledge and perceptions of postnatal depression among pregnant and postpartum mothers in Eziobodo Owerri West Local Government, Imo State, to inform targeted public health interventions.