Webby Phiri
Mulobezi ,Zambia
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Talent for enhancing the promotion of health and prevention of disease through public presentation and training workshops that target both community support workers and laypeople. Adept at leading groups and working with individuals to address different concerns.
Experienced health education professional fluent in [English, Nyanja, Bemba, Lozi] and dedicated to teaching, reaching and advocating in support of public health objectives. Organized, driven and collaborative with in-depth understanding of program needs, research strategies and trends in health issues.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Public Health Officer
Ministry of Health
Mulobezi, ZM
10.2022 - Current
- Conducted research into public health issues and identified areas for improvement.
- Provided expert advice on public health policies to government officials.
- Assessed community needs to inform public health initiatives.
- Developed strategies to promote healthy lifestyles among the general population.
- Organized campaigns and events to raise awareness of health risks associated with certain behaviors.
- Analyzed data related to public health trends and presented findings in reports.
- Identified potential sources of infectious diseases and implemented preventative measures.
- Monitored environmental factors that may impact public health outcomes, such as air quality or water contamination levels.
- Advised healthcare providers on how to safely handle hazardous materials in a clinical setting.
- Conducted inspections of food establishments, laboratories, or other facilities where safety standards must be met.
- Investigated instances of disease outbreaks within communities and provided guidance on containment efforts.
Environmental Health Technologist
Ministry of Health
Mulobezi, ZM
03.2018 - 10.2022
- Conducted on-site inspections to assess compliance with environmental health regulations.
- Developed, implemented and monitored programs to ensure food safety standards were met.
- Provided technical assistance in the areas of hazardous waste management and disposal.
- Coordinated laboratory analysis of water and wastewater samples for compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed plans for new construction projects for potential environmental health issues.
- Assisted with emergency response activities in the event of a public health incident or disaster.
- Facilitated meetings between local officials, stakeholders, and community members regarding environmental health policies.
- Prepared reports outlining findings from investigations into violations of environmental laws or regulations.
- Provided education and outreach services on topics related to environmental health protection and promotion.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams conducting research related to environmental health issues.
- Monitored operations at permitted facilities for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Performed basic calculations and computer data entry.
- Compiled and analyzed environmental data using statistical methods and [Software].
Education
Master of Science - Epidemiology And Biostatistics
University of Lusaka
Lusaka 09-2025
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Chreso University
Lusaka 10-2022
Certificate - Project Planning And Management
Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences And Techno
Lusaka 02-2021
Certificate - Environmental Management System
Alison Online University
12-2020
Certificate - Malaria Awareness
Alison Online University
12-2020
Diploma - Environmental Health Technologist
Evelyn Hone College
Lusaka 07-2018
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Qualitative Research
- Disease Control
- Quantitative Research
- Data Interpretation
- Infectious disease control
- Self Motivation
- Relationship Building
- Organizational Skills
- Training seminars
- Time Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Program Development
- Problem-Solving
- Goal Setting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Presentation Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Written Communication
- Training Coordination
- Community Outreach
- Reliability
- Team Collaboration
- Multitasking
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Public Health Officer
Ministry of Health
10.2022 - Current
Environmental Health Technologist
Ministry of Health
03.2018 - 10.2022
Master of Science - Epidemiology And Biostatistics
University of Lusaka
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Chreso University
Certificate - Project Planning And Management
Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences And Techno
Certificate - Environmental Management System
Alison Online University
Certificate - Malaria Awareness
Alison Online University
Diploma - Environmental Health Technologist
Evelyn Hone College
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