John Chila
Kabwe,Zambia
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in health care management, team leadership, and Centre operations. Demonstrated expertise in team building, problem solving, and professional mentoring. Proficient in Microsoft Office and skilled in relationship management, and performance monitoring. Committed to driving operational excellence and fostering collaborative work environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4032
4032
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
District Epidemic Control Centre Manager
USAID CHEKUP II - Coalition Health Zambia
Kabwe, Central Province
2022.12 - 2025.02
- The District Epidemic Control Centre Manager provides strategic and technical leadership for high quality, evidence based District level DREAMS, KP and Priority Population programming and service delivery
- Oversaw all administrative tasks for efficient district management.
- Built strong relationships with local stakeholders resulting in beneficial partnerships.
- Implemented new operational systems for smoother centre functioning.
- Coordinated events to improve community engagement.
- Facilitated communication between staff members encouraging open dialogue about ideas or concerns.
- Assisted in recruitment process to secure highly-skilled workforce.
District Coordinator
USAID DISCOVER Health (JSI R&T)
Kabwe, Central Province
2022.03 - 2022.12
- District Coordinator supports the hub manager in providing leadership to teams responsible for HTS, ART, Pre Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) VMMC, PMTCT, FP, MNCH, COVID-19 Vaccination, RCCE, SI, Social Marketing and OPD Services at District level
- District Coordinator also provides representation for USAID DISCOVER Health programs and activities at District Level and provides supervision to Team Leads and other USAID DISCOVER Health staff based at district level
- Managed district operations for smooth functioning.
- Prepared and submitted district reports to regional offices on time.
Team Lead -ART/TB Specialist
USAID DISCOVER Health (JSI R&T)
Kabwe, Central Province
2017.02 - 2022.03
- - Support the Hub Manager in providing leadership to the teams responsible for HIV Testing Services (HTS), Pre Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision (VMMC), Elimination of Mother to Child Transmission (EMTCT), Family Planning (FP), Material Newborn and Child Health (MNCH), Social Marketing and Out Patient Department (OPD) services under USAID DISCOVER Health Project Sites
- - Plan and Implement Technical Assistance, capacity building and mentorship for both pediatric, adolescent adult treatment services at regional and hub sites
- Monitored team performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement.
- Coordinated resource allocation to optimize utilization and minimize waste.
- Implemented quality control measures leading to significant error reduction.
Clinical Care Officer Pediatrics
ZPCTIIB(FHI360)
Samfya, Luapula Province
2016.08 - 2016.12
- - Work with facility in charge to support the delivery of HIV/AIDS and clinical care service
- - Support implementation of pediatric ACT guidelines, tools, and recommendations related to Implementation, evaluation for HIV clinical care/ART programs
- - Support other HIV prevention, care and treatment activities as outlined in the ACT initiative
- Built trustful relationships through consistent reliability and professionalism.
ART Clinician
AIDS Health Care Foundation (AHF)
Lusaka, Lusaka Province
2016.04 - 2016.07
- - Clinical Management of HIV/AIDS clients
- - Lead Knowledge Management and documentation of key Lessons learned and best practices identified by the project in ART/TB
- - Ensure Timely reporting
- Improved clinical efficiencies by streamlining processes and protocols.
- Increased patient satisfaction with efficient management of caseloads.
- Utilised latest technology in medical procedures for better results.
Clinical Officer General
Mopani Copper Mines (PLC)
Kitwe, Copperbelt
2015.02 - 2016.03
- - History taking and carrying out necessary physical examination, interpret diagnostic test results for deviation from normal and make tentative diagnoses and decisions about management of clients
- - Provide Basic Life Support/Emergency Medical Support
- Ensured high standard of cleanliness in clinical environment for infection prevention.
- Conducted thorough physical examinations to diagnose various conditions.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and communication.
Clinical Officer General
Kabwe Mine Hospital - Ministry of Health Zambia
Kabwe, Central Province
2014.03 - 2015.01
- - History taking and Management of clients
- - Instruct and Counsel Clients about prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems for daily living and health, Clinical Management of HIV/AIDS clients
- Provided immediate emergency care with quick decision-making skills.
- Managed patient records efficiently, ensuring confidentiality and ease of access.
- Educated patients about their health conditions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to devise comprehensive care plans.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, improving their trust in healthcare services.
ART Clinician (Acting HOD)
CHRESO Ministries ART Clinic
Lusaka, Lusaka Province
2013.10 - 2014.02
- - Clinical Management of HIV/AIDS clients
- - Ensure proper handling of patient and non-patient test results to make sure results are discretely and confidentially handled
- - Work hand in hand with all staff including those from other departments to contribute to realization of the vision Referring of major conditions
- Increased patient satisfaction with efficient management of caseloads.
- Reviewed and updated treatment plans regularly, guaranteed best possible care provision.
- Counseled patients on preventative care measures, reduced hospital readmissions rate.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Provided empathetic support for patients during difficult health journeys.
Education
Msc - Project Management
Cavendish University
Lusaka, Lusaka ProvinceBsc - Public Health
Leeds Beckett University
Lusaka /2016 - 2019.06
Diploma - Clinical Medical Sciences
Chainama College of Health Sciences (now Levy Mwanawasa Medical University)
Lusaka 2010.06 - 2013.08
Secondary School Certificate - General Secondary School Certificate
Hilcrest National Technical High School
Livingstone /2006 - 2008.12
Skills
- Health Care Management
- Team Building
- Problem Solving
- Professional Mentoring
- Microsoft Office
- Procurement experience
- Centre operations
- Team Leadership
- Relationship Management
- Team supervision
- Performance monitoring
Languages
English
Fluent
Bemba
Advanced
Nyanja
Advanced
Mambwe
Native
Custom
- Reading
- Listening to music
Personal Information
Nationality: Zambian
Affiliations
- Listening to Music
- Reading
Accomplishments
- In July 2024 - Participated in the Central Province Consultative Meeting on the draft National Health Policy 2024 and its implementation framework representing USAID CHEKUP II (Coalition Health Zambia)
- May 2024 - received awards namely; Best Performing District and Most Coordinated District Under USAID CHEKUP II (Coalition Health Zambia)
- In 2023 appointed to the Procurement Committee under USAID CHEKUP II (Coalition Health Zambia)
- In 2023 represented USAID CHEKUP II (Coalition Health Zambia) on the Central Provincial Technical Working Group on Condoms as Vice Chairperson
- December 2022 provided leadership in start up and establishment off District Epidemic Control Center Offices and operationalization of Wellness Center in Kabwe (under USAID CHEKUP II -Coalition Health Zambia)
- In 2022 as District Coordinator provided leadership and worked with key stakeholders in ensuring more than 70% of the eligible population was vaccinated against COVID - 19 in Ngabwe and Kabwe districts
- In 2019 as a Team Lead participated in the introduction of oral Pre Exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) services in supported sites in Kabwe and Chisamba under USAID DISCOVER Health - JSI Research & Training Institute
- In 2016 Under AIDS Health care Foundation (AHF) participated in the roll out of Test and Treat services for newly identified HIV positive individuals
Certification
- Registered member of the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
District Epidemic Control Centre Manager
USAID CHEKUP II - Coalition Health Zambia
2022.12 - 2025.02
District Coordinator
USAID DISCOVER Health (JSI R&T)
2022.03 - 2022.12
Team Lead -ART/TB Specialist
USAID DISCOVER Health (JSI R&T)
2017.02 - 2022.03
Clinical Care Officer Pediatrics
ZPCTIIB(FHI360)
2016.08 - 2016.12
ART Clinician
AIDS Health Care Foundation (AHF)
2016.04 - 2016.07
Clinical Officer General
Mopani Copper Mines (PLC)
2015.02 - 2016.03
Clinical Officer General
Kabwe Mine Hospital - Ministry of Health Zambia
2014.03 - 2015.01
ART Clinician (Acting HOD)
CHRESO Ministries ART Clinic
2013.10 - 2014.02
Diploma - Clinical Medical Sciences
Chainama College of Health Sciences (now Levy Mwanawasa Medical University)
2010.06 - 2013.08
Msc - Project Management
Cavendish University
Bsc - Public Health
Leeds Beckett University
/2016 - 2019.06
Secondary School Certificate - General Secondary School Certificate
Hilcrest National Technical High School
/2006 - 2008.12