Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
LANGUAGE
References
Accomplishments
Affiliations
SOFTWARE SKILS
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Mambwe Kanse

Mambwe Kanse

Summary

Highly dedicated and detail-oriented Public Health Inspector with extensive experience in environmental health, regulatory compliance, and public health promotion. Adept at developing and implementing safety protocols, conducting hazard assessments, and ensuring adherence to sanitation and hygiene standards in diverse settings. Possesses strong knowledge of occupation health regulations and expertise in industrial hygiene, consistently promoting health and safety in communities and workplaces. Skilled in analyzing complex health data, preparing comprehensive reports, and collaborating with stakeholders to address public health challenges. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and a proactive approach to mitigating risks and enhancing public health outcomes. Seeking to leverage expertise to contribute to the health and wellbeing of communities in a dynamic and challenging environment.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

SENIOR HEALTH INSPECTOR

Kitwe City Council
01.2020 - Current
  • Routinely carry out review of Environmental Impact Assessment reports approved by ZEMA
  • Collaboration with Non-government and Government partners in implementation of community projects like YCAF
  • Acted as a liaison between the Health Department and other government agencies, fostering cooperation in shared efforts to promote community wellbeing.
  • Educated community members about sanitary procedures and techniques to promote community interest and cooperation in environmental sanitation.
  • Reduced risk of foodborne illnesses by identifying and addressing violations in sanitation practices.
  • Strengthened relationships between the Health Department and local businesses by providing resources and support in compliance efforts.
  • Enhanced public health safety by conducting thorough inspections of food establishments, hospitals, and schools.
  • Reviewed and analyzed inspection data to identify trends in compliance, informing department strategies for addressing public health concerns.

PUBLIC HEALTH INSPECTOR

Kitwe City Council
01.2013 - 01.2020
  • Routinely conducted Health education and workplace safety to miner and industry workers
  • Regularly conducted water quality monitoring through collecting of water sample around the township
  • Contributed to the overall mission of protecting public health by remaining vigilant in identifying potential risks and taking swift action to address concerns before they escalated into more significant issues.
  • Reduced the risk of foodborne illnesses by enforcing strict adherence to local health codes and regulations.
  • Increased awareness among the general public about the importance of maintaining clean environments by participating in outreach activities and educational programs.
  • Improved public health standards by conducting thorough inspections of restaurants, grocery stores, and other food establishments.
  • Educated establishment operators on best practices in sanitation, hygiene, and pest management to minimize public health risks.
  • Maintained accurate records of inspection findings, enforcement actions taken, and progress made towards compliance.
  • Collaborated with business owners to develop corrective action plans for addressing identified violations.
  • Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH TECHNOLOGIST

Mufumbwe District Hospital - Ministry of Health
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Regularly engaged with community stakeholders to implement projects like WASH and Open Defecation Free campaigns
  • Work closely with clinicians to ensure proper and safe disposal of hospital waste
  • Improved air quality by monitoring and analyzing environmental data for regulatory compliance.
  • Prevented contamination of water sources by identifying potential risks and implementing effective remediation strategies.
  • Educated staff on best practices in environmental health, promoting a culture of safety throughout the organization.
  • Engaged stakeholders in a collaborative process to promote sustainable decision-making throughout all levels of management.
  • Inspected sanitary conditions at public facilities.

Education

MASTER OF APPLIED EPIDEMIOLOGY -

Copperbelt University
01.2025

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PUBLIC HEALTH

University of Lusaka
01.2014

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

Evelyn Hone College
01.2009

Skills

  • Community Health
  • Environment Assessment
  • Preventive Healthcare
  • Mental Healthcare
  • Health Inspections
  • Inspection techniques
  • Environmental monitoring
  • Public health expertise
  • Workplace inspections
  • Hazard identification
  • Occupational health

LANGUAGE

ENGLISH
BEMBA
NYANJA

References

Rodney Kachikoti, Banda, Director of Public Health, rodneykb2001@yahoo.com, +260978927392, Kitwe City Council, Kitwe

Accomplishments

  • Supervise team of Health education Officers and Health Inspectors.
  • Recognized for hardworking during the2024 labour day award ceremony
  • Successfully chaired the Advocacy and Communication team for Scaling up Nutrition Technical Assistance (SUN TA).
  • Labor Day Award given in2018 for being the most Dedicated to duty by Kitwe City Council.
  • Initiated the change project for Leadership in Local Governance under Swedish International Centre for Local Democracy (ICLD) which sought to increase the participation of youths and women in community solid waste management.
  • Established the first site office for the Department of Public Health in Chimwemwe, Nakadoli Market
  • Participated in the establishing the health promotion and food safety section for the Department.
  • Successfully organized a milestone provincial commemoration for World Environmental Health Day
  • Participated in the coordination of the make Zambia clean, green and healthy campaign events.
  • The introduction of meat inspection in the district especially that there was no abattoir to guarantee the absence of zoonotic diseases in the district.
  • Effective engagement of government and non-government organizations and coordination of commemorations of important days relevant to public health practice such as - the World Water Day, Food Safety Day, Toilet Day, World Environment Day etc.

Affiliations

  • Health Professionals Council of Zambia (HPCZ)
  • Zambia Institute of Environmental Health

SOFTWARE SKILS

  • Microsoft Package
  • SPSS Software
  • STATA Software

Additional Information

Key Achievements

  • Leadership and Team Supervision : Successfully supervised a team of Health Education Officers and Health Inspectors, ensuring effective implementation of public health programs and initiatives.
  • Recognition for Excellence : Honored by the Zambia Health Professions Council (HPCZ) during the 2024 Labor Day award ceremony for exceptional hard work and dedication to public health.
  • Advocacy and Communication Leadership : Chaired the Advocacy and Communication team for the Scaling Up Nutrition Health Technical Assistance (SUN TA), achieving significant milestones in health promotion and stakeholder engagement.
  • Dedication to Duty : Awarded the 2018 Labor Day recognition by Kitwe City Council for being the most dedicated to duty, demonstrating a strong commitment to public service.
  • Innovative Community Projects : Initiated a transformative change project under the Swedish International Centre for Local Democracy (ICLD), increasing youth and women's participation in community solid waste management, fostering sustainable development.
  • Infrastructure Development : Established the first site office for the Department of Public Health in Chimwemwe at Nakadoli Market, enhancing accessibility to public health services in the community.

Timeline

SENIOR HEALTH INSPECTOR

Kitwe City Council
01.2020 - Current

PUBLIC HEALTH INSPECTOR

Kitwe City Council
01.2013 - 01.2020

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH TECHNOLOGIST

Mufumbwe District Hospital - Ministry of Health
01.2010 - 01.2013

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - PUBLIC HEALTH

University of Lusaka

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

Evelyn Hone College

MASTER OF APPLIED EPIDEMIOLOGY -

Copperbelt University
Mambwe Kanse