Chiluba Kachela
Samfya
Summary
Dynamic Program Manager with a track record of achieving 97% coverage in malaria control at Samfya District Health Office through effective project management and team coordination. Expertise in data analysis and public speaking has driven the success of various community health initiatives. Strong analytical problem-solving skills and adaptability are leveraged to consistently exceed performance expectations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Voluntary
Rotary International
Samfya
04.2023 - Current
- Composed grant applications for community development projects at the Rotary Club of Samfya.
- Organized the 2024 Rotary Family Health Day event for the Rotary Club of Samfya, assisting over 820 patients in a single day.
Program Manager- Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS)
Samfya District Health Office
Samfya
08.2020 - Current
- Executed the program more efficiently by developing detailed micro plans, budgeting strategies, and spray calendars.
- Designed and implemented a community IRS strategy for hard-to-reach areas in the Samfya district, resulting in an increased coverage of the 2023 IRS campaign to 97%.
- Collaborated with departments, communities, and key stakeholders to ensure effective program mobilization.
- Coordinated comprehensive training programs that created a highly efficient spray team.
- Carried out program monitoring and evaluation.
- Refined procedures for program data entry, contributing to a 30% boost in accurate results.
- Achieved notable success with a 97% spray coverage rate in the district's malaria control efforts.
Environmental Health Officer
Ministry of Health, Samfya District Health Office
Samfya
03.2014 - Current
- Executed sampling procedures for analytical purposes in food and water.
- Increased compliance rate of public premises through monthly routine inspections.
- Created comprehensive health care waste management plan for Samfya Stage 2 clinic, increasing adherence to standards.
- Executed surveillance activities for critical public health diseases, ensuring early detection and response.
- Participated in an outbreak investigation for measles in Samfya District in July 2024, resulting in the identification and implementation of effective control interventions.
- Spearheaded the supervision of vaccination teams at the Samfya Stage 2 clinic, leading to an immunization coverage of 98% of targeted children.
- I chaired the Ward Nutrition Coordinating Committee (WNCC) for Musaba Ward in Samfya District from 2016 to 2020, and I supported the Scaling Up Nutrition program by forming mother support groups to address malnutrition among pregnant women and young children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health Sciences
Levy Mwanawasa university
01.2023
Diploma - Environmental Health Science
Chainama College of Health Sciences
01.2013
Skills
- Data Collection Expertise
- Data Analysis Expertise
- Proficient in Project Management Software
- Effective Team Coordination
- Public Speaking Skills
- Analytical Problem-Solving
- Effective Time Management
- Team-Oriented Collaboration
- Adaptability and resilience
Affiliations
- Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ), Member, 01/14 to Present
- Rotary International, Charter member of Rotary Club of Samfya, 01/23 to Present
References
- Mr. Kalenge Nyirenda, Public Health Scientist, Samfya District Health Office, Kalengenyirenda@gmail.com, +260 975357496
- Dr. Kelvin Sinkala, Ministry of Health, kelvinsinkala@yahoo.co.uk, +260 974597891
- Mr. Dabwiso Tembo, Health Promotion officer, Samfya District Health Office, tdabwiso@gmail.com, +260 978484438
Nrc number
282735/17/1
Certificationsandawards
- Labor Day Award – Innovative and well Organised, 05/15
- Labor Day Award – Hardworking and committed to Duty, 05/22
Accomplishments
- Labor Day Award - innovative and well organized. May 2015
- Labor Day award - Hard working and commitment to Duty. May 2022
Languages
Chinyanja
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- AFRO IDSR Course. 2024
- Health Professions council of Zambia Registration Certificate. 2024
- Health Professions council of Zambia Practicing Certificate. 2024
Timeline
Voluntary
Rotary International
04.2023 - Current
Program Manager- Indoor Residual Spraying (IRS)
Samfya District Health Office
08.2020 - Current
Environmental Health Officer
Ministry of Health, Samfya District Health Office
03.2014 - Current
- AFRO IDSR Course. 2024
- Health Professions council of Zambia Registration Certificate. 2024
- Health Professions council of Zambia Practicing Certificate. 2024
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health Sciences
Levy Mwanawasa university
Diploma - Environmental Health Science
Chainama College of Health Sciences
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