Chipo Katonkola
Lusaka
Summary
Seasoned professional with over four years of experience in both public and private sectors, known for highly productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in regulatory compliance, quality control, and safety inspections. Excel at problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication, ensuring thorough examination and reporting processes are consistently achieved. Offer keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills to excel in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Tutor
Lusaka Apex Medical University
10.2020 - Current
- In this role, I facilitate theory and practicum training of environmental health practitioners in occupational health, food safety, pest and disease control, port health, and research.
- Participate in the development of marketing strategies as a member of the marketing committee.
- Notable accomplishments include the creation and review of curricula, effective oversight of more than fifteen theses and examination of candidates under the HPCZ licensure examination.
Appointed Inspector
Competition and Consumer Protection Commission
01.2021 - 02.2021
- Conducted Inspection, investigation, and reporting on matters connected with public complaints and tracking off substandard food articles offered for sale.
- Key successes include working as part of a team to track down substandard food that was reported to have been imported for sale on the local market.
Health Inspector Intern
Lusaka City Council
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Working in the inspectorate unit of the public health department, this role involved protecting the public from public health risks through the education and, enforcement of legislation and by-laws.
- Key successes include successful stakeholder engagement to resolve difficult situations and hence motivate hygiene improvements across various sectors such as community, markets, food and beverage manufacturers.
- My most notable success was working as a research assistant on the SANIPATH assessment and attaining 100% of my data collection target. this project was funded by the Gate's foundation and GIZ.
Environmental, Health and Safety Intern
Gabriel A.S. Couto S.A.
03.2017 - 04.2017
- In this role, my responsibilities included conducting safety audits, attending meetings and summarizing resettlement protocols in line with the Millennium Challenge Account guidelines.
- The most notable successes include successfully conducting two cycles of induction training, engaging the engaging the community, and passing an external project audit.
Education
Registration and Practising License -
Health Professions Council of Zambia
01-2025
Master of Science - Epidemiology And Biostatistics (C)
University of Luskaa
Lusaka01-2025
Food Safety Culture (Certificate) -
Ab InBev/Ministry of Commerce Trade And Industry
01-2021
BSc. - Environmental Health
Lusaka Apex Medical University
Lusaka05-2018
Secondary School Certificate -
Luanshya Boys Secondary School
01.2011
Skills
- Data analysis
- Process improvement
- Strategic planning
- Team leadership
- Stakeholder engagement
- Effective communication
- Training and development
- Rapport and relationship building
- Customer needs assessment
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Analytical problem solver
References
- Mr. Bunda Vincent, Lusaka, +260978488767
- Dr. Sampa Chisumbe, Lecturer, Copperbelt University, +260763571840, clechisumbe@gmail.com
- Mr. Sisuku Mwakoi, Director Public Health, Kalulushi Municipal Council, +260977518985, smwakoi@gmail.com
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Appointed Inspector
Competition and Consumer Protection Commission
01.2021 - 02.2021
Tutor
Lusaka Apex Medical University
10.2020 - Current
Health Inspector Intern
Lusaka City Council
03.2019 - 02.2021
Environmental, Health and Safety Intern
Gabriel A.S. Couto S.A.
03.2017 - 04.2017
Registration and Practising License -
Health Professions Council of Zambia
Master of Science - Epidemiology And Biostatistics (C)
University of Luskaa
Food Safety Culture (Certificate) -
Ab InBev/Ministry of Commerce Trade And Industry
BSc. - Environmental Health
Lusaka Apex Medical University
Secondary School Certificate -
Luanshya Boys Secondary School
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