Patrick Kabasiya
Public Health Specialist
Lusaka,Zambia
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled Public Health Specialist with over 7 years of experience in HIV care, treatment, and management, and a strong background in clinical medical sciences. Proficient in data collection and analysis, monitoring and evaluation, and Sexual and Reproductive Health programming. Demonstrates exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills. Adept at program management and strategic planning with a keen ability to build and sustain robust relationships with stakeholders. Fully registered with the Health Professions Council of Zambia (HPCZ) and currently pursuing a Master of Science in Public Health.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Provincial Community Coordinator
USAID ZAMBIA INTEGRATED HEALTH
Kabwe, Zambia
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Spearhead the coordination and implementation of health programs, ensuring timely achievement of all deliverables.
- Cultivate and sustain robust relationships with key government partners, cooperating partners, and stakeholders, enhancing access to quality Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) prevention services.
- Partner with clinical teams to roll out differentiated models of health services delivery for HIV, Tuberculosis/Human Immunodeficiency Virus (TB/HIV), Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH), and Family Planning (FP) services at the community level.
- Actively participate in technical working groups (TWGs) to address HIV prevention issues at provincial and district forums, particularly among adolescents and young people.
- Provide strategic technical assistance and support to promote the adoption and expansion of prevention strategies in line with World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations and guidelines.
- Establish networks and strategic partnerships with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and other stakeholders, enabling sustainable community-led social behavioral change and social mobilization activities.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies on personnel, financial operations, and fraud management.
- Develop and implement training programs for healthcare workers and community volunteers to enhance their capacity in HIV prevention and care.
- Monitor and evaluate program activities, preparing detailed reports and providing feedback for continuous improvement.
- Coordinate community outreach initiatives, increasing awareness and uptake of HIV prevention services.
- Facilitate the integration of gender-sensitive approaches into program activities to address the specific needs of different population groups.
- Manage program budgets, ensuring optimal allocation and utilization of resources.
- Oversee the collection and analysis of program data, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for informed decision-making.
- Facilitated dialogues between different groups in order to foster collaboration among them.
- Coordinated with various stakeholders to ensure successful implementation of projects.
- Compiled and analyzed data related to community engagement activities.
- Provided guidance to staff members on how to effectively engage with the local community.
- Developed and managed a comprehensive community outreach program.
- Maintained accurate records of program activities and results.
- Conducted research on best practices in the field of community development.
- Researched potential grant opportunities for funding new projects.
- Prepared budgets, timelines, and project plans for upcoming initiatives.
- Built relationships with local organizations, businesses, and government agencies.
- Created reports and presentations summarizing key findings from research conducted.
- Assisted with data collection and analysis to improve community progress reports.
- Provided direct service and support by handling referrals for advocacy issues or resolving complaints.
- Evaluated work of staff and volunteers to maintain quality and effectiveness of resources.
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired volunteers and staff.
- Spoke to community groups to explain and interpret purposes, programs, and policies.
- Established and maintained relationships to meet community needs and avoid service duplication.
- Assessed and identified service delivery challenges and opportunities within local area.
- Directed activities of professional and technical staff members and volunteers.
- Provided hands-on and proactive leadership to community services staff.
- Represented organizations in relations with governmental and media institutions.
- Prepared and maintained budgets, personnel records or training manuals.
Clinical Officer-ART
Eastern Provincial Health Office/Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Supported Project
Chipata , Zambia
07.2019 - 12.2023
- Delivered comprehensive HIV prevention services to all age groups within the community, achieving significant improvements in awareness and early detection.
- Provided effective HIV treatment and care services, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Identified and bridged service delivery gaps in HIV/TB and other program areas, enhancing program efficacy.
- Conducted effective monitoring of viral load in HIV/TB patients, enabling timely and appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated capacity building for staff and community workers, improving the provision of quality, effective, and efficient HIV prevention, treatment, and care services.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient care and effective treatment plans.
- Implemented community outreach programs to increase awareness and uptake of HIV services.
- Managed patient records and ensured accurate documentation for informed decision-making.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with local health authorities and partner organizations to support program objectives.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
- Supervised subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
- Implemented new technologies to enhance workplace productivity levels.
- Provided guidance to team members on how to effectively complete tasks within established timelines.
- Managed team of professionals to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Led training and development programs to enhance team skills and performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
- Ensured the security and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback.
- Championed innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Monitored and reported on operational performance metrics.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
Clinical Officer General
Ministry of Health - Government of the Republic of Zambia (GRZ)
Chipata, Zambia
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Led annual planning, budgeting, and monitoring of facility budget expenditures and activities, ensuring optimal resource allocation.
- Performed therapeutic procedures, including patient injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and other interventions.
- Prescribed therapy or medication adhering to national treatment protocols.
- Conducted HIV testing and counseling services for eligible clients, initiating all eligible HIV positive clients on appropriate regimens.
- Managed HIV/TB cases for pediatric, adolescent, and adult patients.
- Oversaw deliveries and the management of obstetrics and gynecology conditions.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management regarding progress updates on current initiatives.
- Provided guidance to team members on how to effectively complete tasks within established timelines.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints in a polite manner.
- Supervised subordinate staff in carrying out daily duties and activities.
- Implemented new technologies to enhance workplace productivity levels.
- Directed the allocation of resources for project and operational needs.
- Represented the organization at external events and conferences.
- Managed team of professionals to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Championed innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
- Ensured the security and confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Led training and development programs to enhance team skills and performance.
- Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Utilized document management system to organize company files, keeping up-to-date and easily accessible data.
- Oversaw financial budgeting and fiscal management to optimize resources.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to align on strategic initiatives.
Education
Master of Arts - Development Studies
Yesbud University
India05-2026
Master of Science - Public Health
Africa Research University
Lusaka06-2025
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Texila American University
India12-2021
Diploma in Clinical Medical Sciences - General
Chainama College of Health Sciences
Lusaka06-2016
High School Diploma -
Sesheke Secondary School
Sesheke11-2009
Skills
- HIV Care, Treatment and Management
- HIV Prevention
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Communication Skills
- Mentorship Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Team Building
- SRH Programming
- Strategic Planning
- Community outreach
- Project management
- Strategic Leadership
- Public speaking
Certification
- Leadership and Management in Health (University of Washington, Online)
- Sexual Health (The Geneva Foundation for Medical Education and Research)
- HIV PrEP in Depth Topics 1st Edition Module (National HIV PrEP Curriculum, The University of Washington and HIV PrEP Curriculum)
- Safe and Ethical Index Testing Training for Health Workers (MoH)
- Adult and Paediatric HIV/TB Management (MoH e-learning platform)
- Zambia Consolidated Guidelines (FHI 360)
Languages
- English
- Nyanja
- Bemba
- Tonga
References
- Dr. Mashini Ilunga, Provincial Medical Officer, Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ), +260977931161, Mashini.Ilunga@cidrz.org
- Dr. Collins Himabala, Provincial Team Lead, Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ), +260979173938, Collins.Himabala@cidrz.org
- Mr. Ernest Nyambe Kamunu, Clinical Integration Officer, Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia (CIDRZ), +260977718271, Ernest.Kamunu@cidrz.org
Timeline
Provincial Community Coordinator
USAID ZAMBIA INTEGRATED HEALTH
01.2024 - 01.2025
Clinical Officer-ART
Eastern Provincial Health Office/Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Supported Project
07.2019 - 12.2023
Clinical Officer General
Ministry of Health - Government of the Republic of Zambia (GRZ)
01.2017 - 06.2019
Master of Arts - Development Studies
Yesbud University
Master of Science - Public Health
Africa Research University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Texila American University
Diploma in Clinical Medical Sciences - General
Chainama College of Health Sciences
High School Diploma -
Sesheke Secondary School
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