Yvette Mbewe
Lusaka
Summary
Public Health Pharmacist with over 5 years of experience in health systems strengthening, program coordination and public health advocacy. Proven ability to lead district-level health programs, manage resources and coordinate multi-stakeholder initiatives. Strong background in tobacco control, youth engagement and policy advocacy at national and global levels, including participation in the 11th Conference of the Parties (COP11). Skilled in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and delivering impactful public health interventions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pharmacist In Charge
Achilitsa Pharmacy
09.2024 - 01.2026
- Oversaw daily pharmacy operations, including dispensing, stock management, and regulatory compliance
- Supervised staff and ensured adherence to professional and ethical standards in service delivery
District Pharmacist & Logistician / Pharmacovigilance Focal Person
Ministry of Health – Mpika District Health Office
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Provided strategic and operational leadership for district pharmaceutical and vaccine systems
- Led forecasting, quantification, budgeting and supply planning processes
- Managed logistics systems (eLMIS, Logistimo) for real-time reporting and decision-making
- Achieved over 90% availability of essential medicines across facilities
- Coordinated emergency response efforts for COVID-19, cholera and measles
- Strengthened pharmacovigilance systems and reporting to regulatory authorities
- Led capacity building initiatives for healthcare workers
District Pharmacist & Logistician / Pharmacovigilance Focal Person
Ministry of Health – Isoka District Health Office
12.2020 - 04.2023
- Managed pharmaceutical supply chains and stock distribution across multiple facilities
- Led reporting systems, achieving top provincial ranking in timeliness for 12 consecutive months
- Conducted forecasting and supported budgeting processes for essential medicines
- Strengthened vaccine logistics systems and cold chain management
- Supervised and supported health facility staff
Intern Pharmacist
Levy Mwanawasa University Teaching Hospital
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Rotated across clinical, inpatient, and outpatient pharmacy units, supporting medication dispensing and patient care
- Contributed to pharmacovigilance, prescription review, and multidisciplinary team collaboration in a tertiary hospital setting
Education
Pharmacy
Lovely Professional University
India06-2019
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Lovely Professional University
India06-2019
Skills
- Strategic Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting
- Monitoring & Evaluation
- Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships
- Public Health Advocacy
- Policy Engagement & Youth Representation
- Community Engagement
- Pharmaceutical Supply Chain & Vaccine Logistics
- Data Systems (eLMIS, Logistimo, QGIS)
- Analytical Thinking
- Strategic Leadership
Certification
- Pharmacovigilance – ZAMRA
- Yale Strategic Training Program - YALE
- Essential Medicines Logistics – ZAMMSA
- Vaccine Management & Logistimo – MOH
LANGUAGES
English (Proficient)
Nyanja (Native)
Timeline
Pharmacist In Charge
Achilitsa Pharmacy
09.2024 - 01.2026
District Pharmacist & Logistician / Pharmacovigilance Focal Person
Ministry of Health – Mpika District Health Office
05.2023 - 03.2024
District Pharmacist & Logistician / Pharmacovigilance Focal Person
Ministry of Health – Isoka District Health Office
12.2020 - 04.2023
Intern Pharmacist
Levy Mwanawasa University Teaching Hospital
11.2019 - 11.2020
Pharmacy
Lovely Professional University
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
Lovely Professional University
TOBACCO CONTROL & ADVOCACY EXPERIENCE
Global Youth Voices (GYV), Member & Youth Representative- 2023 to date
- Represented youth in global tobacco control platforms including COP11
- Contributed to international dialogues on non-communicable diseases and youth engagement
Tobacco Free Association of Zambia (TOFAZA), Youth Advocate & Representative- 2021 to date
- Contributed to national tobacco control advocacy initiatives and awareness campaigns
- Engaged in stakeholder dialogues addressing tobacco industry interference
- Represented youth perspectives in policy discussions and multi-stakeholder platforms
Zambia Heart and Stroke Foundation (ZAHESFO), Youth Advocate- 2021- date
- Supported advocacy on non-communicable diseases, including tobacco-related health risks
- Participated in community awareness and prevention campaigns
FELLOWSHIPS & AWARDS
- Ascend: Leadership Development for the Future of Tobacco Control - Johns Hopkins University (2026)
- Mandela Washington Fellowship - US Department of State (2025)
- Outstanding Performance Award - Ministry of Health (2023)
- Department of the Year Award - Ministry of Health (2023)
References
1. Dr. Wise Chiluba Musonda
District Health Director
Isoka, Zambia
Email: wise07musonda@gmail.com
Contact: +260969629675
2. Mr. Malama Malema
Provincial Pharmacist
Muchinga, Zambia
Email: malemamalama@yahoo.com
Contact: +260966752244
3. Gene Gesite
Project Coordinator
Global Centre for Good Governance in Tobacco Control
Email: gene@ggtc.world
Contact: +639171134559