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Elizabeth Q Michelo

Lusaka,Zambia

Summary

Final year Medical Biochemistry student at Copperbelt University with expertise in clinical diagnostics, nutrition, and research. Over five years of experience leading community programs with organizations such as SAfAIDS and SRHR Africa Trust. Committed to integrating scientific knowledge with advocacy and leadership to drive impactful healthcare solutions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work history

Volunteer and Child parliamentarian Advocate

Media Network on Child Rights and Development
Lusaka, Zambia
04.2017 - 01.2021

Key Responsibilities

  • Facilitated workshops on child rights and development topics for community engagement.
  • Developed educational materials to promote awareness of children's rights issues.
  • Assisted in creating social media campaigns to raise awareness about children's issues.
  • Held key meetings with stakeholders to discuss policies and programs affecting children.
  • Presented radio programs to raise awareness on child protection and development.

Social Accountability Monitor

SAFAIDS
Lusaka, Zambia
02.2019 - 01.2021

Key responsibilities

  • Lead HIV/AIDS awareness activities and youth workshops.
  • Implemented data collection through focus group discussions and outreach in local communities.
  • Supported the implementation of community outreach initiatives focused on health education.
  • Collaborated with team members to prepare reports on program progress and challenges.

Hub Volunteer

Global Platform Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia
03.2019 - 03.2021

Key Responsibilities

  • Assisted in organizing community events and outreach programs.
  • Developed promotional materials to raise awareness for local initiatives.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new volunteers on best practices.
  • Facilitated sessions on climate change and social justice.

Cohort Leader

LearnServe International
Lusaka, Zambia
05.2021 - 09.2021

Key Responsibilities.

  • Led team meetings to discuss project updates and progress.
  • Mentored a cohort of 10 students, holding one-on-one sessions and supporting their personal and professional growth.
  • Coached and mentored individuals on professional development goals.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress, identify challenges, and develop solutions.
  • Assisted in completing reports and evaluations for program monitoring.

Youth Engagement Volunteer

Africa Directions
Lusaka, Zambia
03.2019 - 01.2021

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinated community outreach events to enhance health education initiatives.
  • Executed tasks according to supervisor guidelines within designated timeframes.
  • Collaborated with volunteers to foster a supportive and engaging work environment.

Youth Program Facilitator

SAT Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia
06.2021 - Current

Key Responsibilities

  • Conducted peer education sessions on health rights and empowerment.
  • Held key meetings with stakeholders to discuss policies and programs affecting young people.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational skills when managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Facilitated group discussions, workshops, and training sessions with participants.

Education

School Certificate -

Chilenje South Secondary School
ZAMBIA
01.2017 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Copperbelt University
Zambia
01.2021 -

Student Attachment -

National Health Research And Training Institute
Zambia
10.2024 - 12.2024

Skills

  • Diagnostic instrument operation
  • Clinical chemistry and immunoassays

  • Data collection and analysis
  • Workshop planning and coordination
  • Public speaking and health advocacy
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Social media management
  • Operation of diagnostic instruments, including Cobas c111, Cobas 4800, I-Check, centrifuges, and Micros 60 hematology analyzer
  • Clinical chemistry tests, diagnostic biochemistry techniques, and immunoassays
  • Laboratory Techniques
  • Adaptability
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Attachment -

National Health Research And Training Institute
10.2024 - 12.2024

Youth Program Facilitator

SAT Zambia
06.2021 - Current

Cohort Leader

LearnServe International
05.2021 - 09.2021

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Copperbelt University
01.2021 -

Hub Volunteer

Global Platform Zambia
03.2019 - 03.2021

Youth Engagement Volunteer

Africa Directions
03.2019 - 01.2021

Social Accountability Monitor

SAFAIDS
02.2019 - 01.2021

Volunteer and Child parliamentarian Advocate

Media Network on Child Rights and Development
04.2017 - 01.2021

School Certificate -

Chilenje South Secondary School
01.2017 - 12.2019
Elizabeth Q Michelo