JOSEPH BANDA
Ndola
Summary
Dynamic Program Officer with Healthy Learners, skilled in budgeting and financial management, and fostering community engagement. Proven track record in enhancing program outcomes through effective training delivery and strategic planning. Adept at mentoring staff and implementing monitoring and evaluation frameworks to drive continuous improvement in health initiatives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Officer
Healthy Learners
04.2023 - Current
- Providing leadership to Program Mentors and other members of staff at district level and ensuring that all program mentors are managed in a proactive and supportive manner to encourage high standards and best practice in all aspects of program sustain
- Further the interests of Healthy Learners, engaging strategically with government heads of department at district level and other major stakeholders in school Health programs
- Representing Healthy Learners in various meetings with collaborating partners at community/district levels
- Work with other functional Managers to assess and determine staff training and development needs and implement staff development plans which will include training in all program's key components
- Use of existing program data in providing regular reports and program updates
- Implement program targets and benchmarks and regularly review progress on indicators and achievement
- Contribute monitoring findings from the district during program coordination/review meetings, to highlight key project strengths and areas of improvement through action plans
- Work with Program Mentors to ensure a smooth roll out and implementation of the M&E strategy in the district
- Supporting visits by Healthy Learners staff, supporters, and stakeholders
- Supporting HQ staff with sourcing and producing data and information for reports to donors and stakeholders
- Staff Management and Development (25%)
- Supervise Program Mentors in the assigned district, ensuring they have clear work plans and objectives and receive timely feedback and performance reviews
- Promote, strengthen and maintain Healthy Learners' organizational culture and values in the district office
- Ensure all staff in the district comply with Healthy Learners policies and procedures; Manage the performance of assigned staff through the effective use of HL performance management system, KPIs and ongoing mentoring/coaching
- Support the Administration and HR departments on the recruitment and orientation of program staff as required
- Help facilitate staff training on program management, standard operating procedures, M&E, effective communication, partnership management, and mentorship
- Maintain excellent relations with Healthy Learners staff, partners, internal colleagues in the district
Acting Regional Program Coordinator
Healthy Learners
Ndola
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Provide general management and support of program teams in assigned districts
- Work closely with the Regional Programs Manager to ensure functional systems and managerial tools are in place for effective project planning and monitoring
- Ensure activities, retirements and related expenditures from the districts are completed on time, with high quality and on budget
- Oversee implementation of quality control measures and procedures for programs in assigned districts
- Support Program Mentors to effectively manage relationships with implementing partners within assigned district and provincial sites
- Supervise Program Mentors to ensure the smooth running of the HL school Health programme
- To ensure timely implementation of all programme activities through the development of agreed work plans and effective resource management
- In collaboration with the M&E team, ensure the effective use of program data and the implementation of M&E workplans, indicators, performance tracking, monitoring tools and benchmarks within assigned districts
- Support the M&E Team to capacitate Program Officers and Mentors in the use of monitoring and evaluation tools
- In collaboration with the M&E team, help to develop program targets and benchmarks and regularly review progress on indicators and achievement of targets within assigned districts
- Oversee the compilation, refinement and submission of district program reports
- Discuss monitoring findings from assigned districts during program coordination/review meetings, review M&E reports to highlight key project strengths and areas of improvement through action plans, and use learnings to improve implementation
- Assisting in and enabling the roll out and implementation of the M&E strategy
- Supervise and mentor Program Officers and Mentors in assigned districts, ensuring they have clear work plans and objectives and receive timely feedback and reviews
- Promote, strengthen and maintain Healthy Learners' organizational culture and values across assigned district offices
- Ensure all assigned district offices and program mentors comply with Healthy Learners policies and procedures
- Manage the performance of assigned staff through the effective use of the performance management system, KPIs and ongoing mentoring/coaching
- Support the Admin and HR departments on the recruitment and orientation of program staff as required
- Help to facilitate staff training on program management, standard operating procedures, M&E, effective communication, and partnership management and mentorship
- Develop and maintain excellent relations with Healthy Learners staff, partners, internal colleagues and supporters
Program Mentor
Healthy Learners
Ndola
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Monitor implementation of the school health programme and identify technical support needs
- Review data, reports and performance action plans for schools
- Observe the performance of school health teachers and provide technical support and mentorship on topics including, but not limited to, the following: Clinical assessments (including bedside manner and use of ThinkMD, Drug distribution, Referrals, Health Room management, Health Education, Implementation of the Buddy System
- Support school administrators, school health teachers and other classroom teachers to implement improvement strategies
- Provide one-to-one mentorship to school health teachers, encouraging those that are performing well and supporting those experiencing challenges
- Prepare daily write-ups of site-visits to document key observations, recommendations made, and plans for follow-up
Environmental Health Technologist
Ministry of Health
Lusaka
07.2017 - 04.2022
- Design and implementation of the Community Health Program demand-creation strategy, community and social mobilization, and behavior change communication to improve community health outcomes and community support
- Provided strategic planning and coordination in the development of detailed time-bound work and action plans to address Community health needs
- Provided Technical support and capacity building to Community Based Volunteers in providing SBCC to increase uptake of HTS, TB, VMMC and other testing services
- Preparation of assessment reports to facilitate identifications of areas of improvement, decision making and planning for Public Health interventions
- Strengthened the engagement of Schools and stakeholders to improve ASRHR, HIV/TB, VMMC services
- Plan, implement and monitor the execution of health promotion campaigns while integrating VMMC, TB/HIV, MNCH and FP services
- Planned and coordinated community Sexual and Reproductive Health services SBCC programs
- Coordinated facility and community sensitization programs on targeted Health service to increase community's awareness and make informed choices regarding their health
- Ensured systems and tools are in place for community sensitization, community engagement and SBCC to increase targeted population participation in health programs
- Monitored hazardous waste storage, disposal, and transportation to ensure regulatory compliance
- Prepared reports on environmental health and safety performance for internal review and external agencies
- Managed recordkeeping system for occupational injuries, illnesses, and near-miss incidents
- Facilitated incident investigations using root cause analysis techniques to prevent future occurrences
- Provided guidance on proper storage of hazardous materials according to federal guidelines
- Organized regular safety committee meetings involving representatives from all departments within organization
- Assisted with employee wellness initiatives such as ergonomic assessments and stress reduction strategies
- Developed and implemented environmental health and safety programs to ensure compliance with regulations
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to environmental health and safety best practices
- Oversaw implementation of hazard communication program including Safety Data Sheets SDS management
- Trained employees on proper use of personal protective equipment and safe work practices
- Collaborated with management to establish safety policies and procedures for employees
- Liaised with local regulatory agencies regarding inspections, permits, or violations at company facilities
- Reviewed construction plans for compliance with applicable safety codes and standards
- Coordinated emergency response plans for fires, chemical spills, and other incidents
- Investigated workplace accidents, determined root causes, and recommended preventive measures
- Conducted facility audits to identify potential hazards and recommend corrective actions
- Evaluated new chemicals, materials, or processes for potential risks to worker health or environment
Program Elimination Officer
MOH Malaria Program
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Prepared and evaluated performance reports with AKROS to help track progress towards Malaria and HIV/TB Program
- Coordinated community sensitization's programs on Malaria
- Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and guidelines for smooth operations
- Responsible for data collection, data analysis and verification as well as data quality assessment and training
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to security management
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through constructive feedback sessions aimed at continuous improvement
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations
Community Coordinator Focal Point Person
Ministry of Health
Ndola
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Prepared and evaluated performance reports with UNFPA for Community trained Community Based FP Distributors to help track progress towards FP distribution coverages
- Plan, direct and coordinate activities related to malaria prevention in the sub district
- Train community health workers in community case management
- Regular reviews and updates on Malaria Elimination techniques
- Working with the district health Office during indoor Residual Spraying
- Coordinating Waste management activities during the Indoor Residual Spraying
- Undertakes periodic implementation of capacity building activities, including mentorship and training, on infection control and integrated waste management
- Works collaboratively with other partners supporting Malaria Elimination activities
- Ensured delivery of quality health care services and acted as a liaison officer between the community and Health Center
Internship Health Inspector
Lusaka City Council
Lusaka
03.2016 - 12.2016
- Suspended activities at worksites with direct negative impact on worker health and safety
- Protected workers from hazardous work conditions by recommending changes to methods, processes and materials used in different environments
- Reduced negative impacts on workers with effective hygiene programs, controlling noise and monitoring atmospheric conditions
- Instituted new controls and remedial measures for existing systems in collaboration with engineers, successfully controlling hazardous working conditions
- Verified workplace compliance with safety standards and government regulations based on detailed inspections
- Identified root causes for worker illnesses with environmental sampling, worker interviews and site inspections
- Verified compliance of workplace environments, equipment and practices with mandated safety standards
- Determined cause of accidents and methods to prevent reoccurrence with thorough investigations
- Improved worker knowledge with right-to-know programs covering hazardous substances found in each workplace
- Enhanced overall safety through improved training programs and safety equipment
- Organized files and records and handled other support tasks, freeing up managers to take on more pressing responsibilities
- Complied with corporate regulations, policies and procedures to maximize safety, security and overall trust in organization and employees
- Delivered fast and friendly service to handle questions and service complaints
- Planned and executed strategies to increase business and drive profit growth
- Approached and solved problems with initiative and sound judgment
- Listened to customer requests and specifications and made suggestions to appropriately fulfill needs
- Performed manual labor tasks to detailed instructions from supervisors
- Documented, researched, and resolved customer service issues
- Helped office personnel with errands, paperwork and data entry
- Sanitized high-touch surfaces to protect personnel and customers from viruses and germs
- Kept work and common areas neat and organized to maximize productivity, alleviate potential accidents and promote professional workspace
- Identified issues and solutions to eliminate backlog and maximize workflows
- Collaborated positively with peers and other staff members to maintain friendly, supportive, and cooperative work atmosphere
Education
Masters Degree - Public Health
University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia05.2026
Certification - Trainer of Trainers
Healthy Learners
Ndola, Zambia08.2024
Certification - Aduilt HIV Prevention and Management
Ministry of Health
Zambia12.2022
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Public Health
Chreso University
Lusaka, Zambia10.2022
Certification - Business and Enterpreneureship Skills
University of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia08.2019
Diploma - Environmental Health
Evelyn Hone College
Lusaka, Zambia10.2018
Licence -
Health Professions Council of Zambia
Lusaka, Zambia09.2018
Skills
- Budgeting and financial management
- Documentation
- Policy analysis
- Training and facilitation
- Partnership development
- Data collection
- Resource mobilization
- Data review
- Technical assistance
- Technical support
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Capacity building
- Data analysis
- Organizational skills
- Business development
- Team collaboration
- Business continuity planning
- Business strategy development
- Effective communication
- Community engagement
- Staff mentoring
- Regulatory compliance
- Budget development
- Program management
Affiliations
Health Professions Council of Zambia
Publications
School Health Programs and Learner Attendance in Ndola District, Zambia: An Exploratory Study.
Volunteer Experience
Project Coordinator, Evelyn Hone Bread of Life Campus Fellowship, Lusaka, Lusaka Province, Zambia, 01/01/15, 12/31/17
Community Service
Participates in Let the Preacher Preach Zambia Feed the Hungry Program
Awards
Employee of the Year, 2024, Healthy Learners
Languages
- English, Advanced (C1)
- Nyanja, Advanced (C1)
- Bemba, Intermediate (B1)
- Tonga, Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Acting Regional Program Coordinator
Healthy Learners
07.2023 - 12.2023
Program Officer
Healthy Learners
04.2023 - Current
Program Mentor
Healthy Learners
07.2022 - 04.2023
Program Elimination Officer
MOH Malaria Program
03.2020 - 03.2022
Community Coordinator Focal Point Person
Ministry of Health
03.2020 - 03.2022
Environmental Health Technologist
Ministry of Health
07.2017 - 04.2022
Internship Health Inspector
Lusaka City Council
03.2016 - 12.2016
Masters Degree - Public Health
University of Zambia
Certification - Trainer of Trainers
Healthy Learners
Certification - Aduilt HIV Prevention and Management
Ministry of Health
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Public Health
Chreso University
Certification - Business and Enterpreneureship Skills
University of Zambia
Diploma - Environmental Health
Evelyn Hone College
Licence -
Health Professions Council of Zambia
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