Public Health

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Temitope C. Akintimehin, MPH

Upper Marlboro, MD • 240-***-**** • ****.*.****@*****.*** P R O F E S S I O N A L S U M M A R Y

Dedicated public health and international development professional with over five years' experience and a special interest in health systems strengthening and advancing immunization, maternal/child health, and racial health disparities. Ambitious, organized and detail-oriented leader with a successful performance record various sectors of the public health industry from non-profit administration, hospital and medical record administration, clinical research and USAID contracts to community health programs. Multi-sector experience in health program, evaluation and policy settings with a focus on strategic partnerships and translating research and data into decision-making for key stakeholders, including international donor agencies, government officials and implementing partners. Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S

Technical

SPSS, STATA, SAS, CITI Certification,

EPIC, RedCAP, QuickBooks, Fieldlink

and COGNOS reporting

Soft Skills

Written and Verbal Communication, Data

Analysis, Program Management, Critical

Thinker, Strong Analytic Skills,

Quantitative & Qualitative Research

Training

Areas of experience

Public Health, Program Evaluation,

Maternal and Child Health, Family

Health, Reproductive Health, Data

Analysis, Project Management, and

Outreach Work.

EDUCATION

MPH Degree – Maternal Child Health

Tulane School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine New Orleans, Louisiana

May 2019

BS Degree – Healthcare Management

Towson University

Towson, Maryland

December 2014

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

John Snow Research & Training Boston, MA August 2019 - Present Program Officer – International Division

Oversee financial, administrative, contractual and operational management of USAID and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation projects in Ethiopia and Egypt with a combined value of over $50 million

Manage relationships between international donor agencies, headquarters and field offices, and key stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration and communication

Train and support international staff on programmatic and operational management for policy compliance and reporting as well as budgeting and financial systems, both remotely and while on international assignment;

Contribute to the writing of programmatic and financial deliverables to clearly communicate project milestones and deliverables to donors

Collaborate with technical staff to identify, recruit, and field staff and consultants for project assignments

Manage and support the process of large scale procurements, including the development of request for proposals/ quotation, evaluation of bids, and issuance of vendor contract.

Coordinate and contribute to new business development by writing, editing, budgeting and producing technical and cost proposals for donors including multiple USAID missions, CDC, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Early Steps Child Intervention Louisiana New Orleans, LA September 2018 – June 2019 Intake Service Coordinator

Conducted initial screenings and assessments to assess children (0-3 years) needs

Engaged in cross-department collaboration with stakeholders

Developed resources for Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)

Evaluated assessment reports and results for IFSP development early intervention services 2 P a g e

Conducted intervention strategies and services through a consultative model of service delivery Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine New Orleans, LA July 2018 – May 2019 Graduate Research Assistant

Mindfulness and Yoga Study

• Collected, organized, and documented data for tracking and correspondence

• Assisted with program development, planning, and monitoring

• Traveled to school sites to collect and record data from PHQ-9 and SCARED survey instruments

• Gathered, synthesized and analyzed research literature on Yoga studies that examines the effects of yoga on anxiety and depression in children

WASH Interventions in DRC

• Analyzed the impact of improved water and sanitation on menstrual hygiene management and gender- based violence among women in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)

• Coded qualitative data as well as organized and summarized 25 focus group transcripts

• Summarized results and developed data summary table for program manuscript Mary Amelia Women’s Center (MAC) New Orleans, LA August 2017 – May 2019 Research Associate

Research Assistant

• Researched and co-authored reports on family health and healthcare access

• Analyzed and reviewed regulatory developments with respect to the Affordable Care Act, and other health reform activities at the federal and state level

• Facilitated health education workshops and outreach programming collectively reaching 3800+ people annually to improve health outcomes in culturally diverse, marginalized communities

• Recruited and interviewed 200+ community participants

• Developed survey questionnaires on RedCAP

• Collected, organized and documented data for program monitoring

• Coordinated and implemented internal and external meetings, workgroups, and webinars

Parent Outreach Research Assistant

• Contributed to the design, implementation, and process evaluation for Healthy Beginnings – a health navigation model implemented in early childhood education centers

• Developed protocol for disseminating health-related information to underserved communities

• Coordinated with the Health Navigator with parent advisory group meetings and activities

• Established relationships with community partners and stakeholders Perinatal Interventions (Perisur) Paramaribo, Suriname June 2018 – August 2018 Summer Practicum-Preconception Care Counseling

Researched current and best practices for Suriname prenatal care delivery methods

Organized Perisur’s data management support including database creation, data flow mapping, and data collection tool development

Compiled data for research studies and surveys carried out for preconception care project

Analyzed data using SPSS for specific target groups in need of preconception care Market Umbrella New Orleans, LA July 2017 – May 2018 Assistant Program Coordinator

Coordinated community outreach presentations on the benefits of farmers market, including nutritional information at community centers and health clinics

Interpreted and analyzed pre- and post-test surveys to monitor program results, and outcomes

Gathered qualitative/quantitative data and analysis for the program

Compiled 600+ redeemed prescriptions and vouchers into excel spreadsheets, tabulated rates, and overall results

Developed protocols and training programs for staff/providers on distributing fruit and vegetable prescriptions 3 P a g e

Collaborated with a variety of community partners to expand supplemental resources for program participants, including community gardening, cooking classes, healthcare access, affordable produce access, and community-based research involvement

United States Peace Corps Niarovana Caroline, Madagascar February 2015 – June 2017 Community Health Advisor

Primary Projects

• Collaborated with the Ministry of Health to routinely train health personnel and educate community members in maternal and child health topics, food security, women’s empowerment, and safe motherhood

• Analyzed and evaluated behavior change components of current and proposed educational activities

• Wrote a grant and funded the construction of a maternity ward at the local health clinic to provide a safe space for women to give birth and recuperate for up to 3 days after delivery under the care of the doctor or mid-wife

• Facilitated water pump committees, trainings, and water pump installations with the Madagascar Water Project

• Assisted with prenatal consultations, vaccines, and relevant health initiatives at the local level

Secondary Projects

• Led Inclusion, Support, and Diversity trainings for 60+ volunteers during pre-service training

• Translator for Operation Smile; hosted health-based workshops for patients and families during the health mission

• At the Caring Response Madagascar Foundation (CRS) medical mission in Madagascar, aided in conducting annual health trainings and full medical clinics in and around the Tamatave area

• Assisted with the training of local 80+ midwives and health care professionals on effective maternal and newborn care dealing with pulmonary diseases such as pneumonia, tuberculosis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

• Coordinated the first National Girls Leading Our World (GLOW) camp in Madagascar with 100+ girls

• Conducted the Youth Empowerment and Leadership Conference

• Coordinated with Volunteers to conduct the East Coast Malaria Project

• Created a Youth Club where English, basic health, and leadership skills were taught

Committee Positions

• Executive Board Member- Ending Preventable Child and Maternal Deaths (EPCMD)

• Conducted action research plan to improve Peace Corps’ maternal and child health programmatic impact

• Designed and implemented model behavior change activities that support the accelerator behaviors

• Hosted quarterly regional meetings with volunteers and attended national meetings with regional representatives and senior staff

PUBLICATIONS

Bazzano, A.N., Anderson, C.E., Hylton, C., Gustat, J., Akintimehin, T.C. (2019). “Effect of mindfulness and yoga on quality of life for elementary school students and teachers: results of a randomized controlled school-based study.” Unpublished Manuscript, Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.

Wisniewski, J., Smith, A., Akintimehin, T., Yukich, T., Hotchkiss, D., Lusamba-Dikassa, P. (2018). "Qualitative assessment of the ASSP project’s water, sanitation and hygiene intervention on menstrual hygiene management and sexual and gender-based violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo." Manuscript Submitted, Tulane University School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine.

Hindori-Mohangoo, A., Hindori, M., Jaharia-Sietaram, M., Reisner, H., Akintimehin, T.C., Rellum, M., Ashruf, J. (2018).

“Preconception care in Suriname: Results from Perisur.” Unpublished Manuscript

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