Public health research assistant
Resume:
Sonel Ebere Mac-Ahiakwo
* **** ****** ******, ****** and hammers estate, Apo, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria.
adheug@r.postjobfree.com, sonnel_mac@yahoo,com
With 3 years of experience of conducting field research in academic and primary care settings, I am a qualified health care support worker and master’s degree holder in Public health. A highly skilled graduate with ability to contribute to the research project and organisation goals at a high standard. I am knowledgeable about Public health issues such as maternal and child health, mental health, Alzheimer, dementia, HIV/AIDS, malaria etc. Also, I can interact with researchers and liaise with stakeholders in a constructive, creative, and professional manner. I am particularly interested and passionate about research both in health and non-health related field. I am open to new and challenges roles that lead to further career progression.
EDUCATION
University of Sunderland Sunderland, United Kingdom
Master of Science, Public Health Oct 2018- Nov 2019
Overall award: MERIT
Cambridge Education Group (ONCAMPUS SUNDERLAND) Sunderland, United Kingdom
Masters Foundation, Public health Jan 2018- Aug 2018
Overall award: AAAA
University of Suffolk Ipswich, United Kingdom
Diploma of Higher Education in Public Health Oct 2014-July 2017
Overall award: PASS
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Equitel Resources Limited Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Office Administrator Feb 2020- July 2020
Communicated effectively with relevant agencies to produce travel itineraries for business directors, employee events and handling expenses and billing cycles (e.g. staff expenses requests).
Arranged meetings by scheduling appropriate meetings, booking rooms, planning, and arranging events when necessary.
Managed correspondence by answering calls, sorting mail, drafts, formats and print relevant documents.
Maintained office services by organizing office operations and procedures, preparing payroll, controlling correspondence, designing filling system, reviewing, and approving supply requisitions, and assigning monitoring clerical functions.
Clinton Health Initiative Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
Field research assistant Feb 2020- July 2020
Collects edits, processes, and coordinates research data in support of a specified research study or group of studies.
Arranged and conducts field interviews as appropriate to the study, and records research data in accordance with specified protocol and procedures.
Assisted with scheduling patients meetings and the administration of various test related to the research project, as well as travelling to various sites within a specified geographical area, as appropriate to the objectives of the study.
Work under direction and defined guidelines to assist in administrative tasks associated with patient recruitment.
Compiled, processed and enter data into electronic based with accuracy and attention to details
Assisted in transcribing interview notes using NVivo, whilst validating the correct information and followed up to obtain missing data to resolve discrepancies in the information.
Pulse Nursing at Home Manchester, United Kingdom
Support worker Jan 2019- Feb 2020
Provided high standard personal care to patients, administered medication via Peg including dealing with a PEG feed and catheter changing and working with tracheostomies and ventilator.
Collaborated with Regional nurse and team leader with patient’s assessment and evaluations on care effectiveness and contributing to the safe delivery of care.
Acting in the best interest of the patients while ensuring compliance with company policies and guidelines.
Ensured high maintenance and upkeep of client’s rooms and communal areas to promote client’s safety.
Designed a healthy meal plan which contributed to client’s weight loss.
Angard staffing Sunderland, United Kingdom
Royal mail key data operator Dec 2019
Compared data source documents, and re-enter data in verification format to detect errors.
Compiled, sort and verified financial and transactional data before inputting it on Royal Mail systems.
Effectively communicate in a professionally with internal/external contacts and achieved all service level targets.
Demonstrated attention to detail when entering data into databases and software programs, then report errors to supervisor.
Identified and reported any data management or IT issues to the IT experts for immediate resolution.
CareFirst Care service Ipswich, United Kingdom
Health care assistant Dec 2016-Aug 2017
Delivered person-centered care as delegated by the qualified nurse and team leader.
Reported patients’ condition and recording it in care plan as appropriate.
Ensured accurate completion of all administration and documentation related to patient care, medications, and finance management.
Assisted with meal preparation, medication support, engaged in conversation and activities that helps with client’s mental stimulation.
Supported adults including young people with mental health, learning and physical abilities in both supported living and care, residential and nursing homes.
BETTER HEALTHCARE, Ipswich (Health Care Assistant) April 2016- Nov 2016
Providing high standard of care for elderly and young people with a focus on everyday care such as personal hygiene, mental stimulation and general well-being
Planning and executing social events and activities designed to stimulate and entertain the residents, and coordinating the entertainment program when required.
Meal preparation and planning with a focus on healthy eating
Medication and support and management
Providing companionship/conversation
Providing personal care assistance
FIRST OPTION HEALTHCARE, Ipswich Nov 2015- Feb 2016
Community Support Worker
Meal preparation and planning with a focus on healthy eating
Medication and support and management
Providing companionship/conversation
Providing personal care assistance
WESTMINSTER HOMECARE, Ipswich Oct 2015-Nov 2015
Community Care Assistant
Attended client’s home in order provide everyday care with primary focus on personal hygiene, general well-being and mental health development.
Ensuring the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of client homes to promote a safe, clean and comfortable environment for clients.
Accompanying clients to various appointments and activities, and organized social events and outings to encourage engagement and promote patient’s well-being
Hospitality and people management
Medication and support and management
Providing companionship/conversation
Assist with everyday personal care
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITY
Bright Network London, United Kingdom
Virtual Consulting internship July 2020
Developed core consultancy skills and networked with industry experts/companies such as GSK, Google, Pwc, Elixirr, P&G and many more.
Worked and managed their processes, brand and teams as well as connecting with other interns and handling real work projects.
EDUopinions London, United Kingdom
Online student ambassador Jun 2020-present
Developed personal plan to reach current students and graduate.
Generated content-collect reviews online-from others regarding their university experience.
Verified real-time performance through individual personal dashboard and hitting target on a weekly and monthly basis.
Suffolk County Council Ipswich, United Kingdom
Public health intern 15th-17th Nov 2016
Developed greater Knowledge of Suffolk’s Public Health four key priorities, like mental Health and wellbeing initiative, and the council’s approach to actualizing these priorities.
Demonstrated Understanding of public health and health promotion initiatives including ‘One life Suffolk’, Suffolk Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy.
Organized, lead and participated in Health and safety induction.
Macmillan Cancer Support Ipswich, United Kingdom
Macmillan fundraiser Volunteer July 2015-Sep 2015
Promoted Macmillan’s fundraising activities using posters and flyers.
Organized morning coffee section for donation and oversee the event of the day.
Generated funds through face to face fundraising techniques using the prescribed products by Macmillan.
Engaged in effective communication with prospects donators or individuals wanting to make donations and referred them to Macmillan’s direct services.
Exceeded the overall fundraising target budget by 15%.
Ensured that my team compliance and adherence to all policies, guidelines, and code of conduct required for this role.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS (PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE)
Name of Organization: Global health E-learning
Course: Demographic and Health Survey Data use Dec 2019
Course: Governance and health Nov 2019
Course: Improving healthcare quality Nov 2019
Course: Introduction to Impact Evaluation of Health Programs Dec 2019
AWARDS
Rivers State Sustainable Development Agency Scholarship Award, Nigeria April 2010
LANGUAGE PROFICENCY
ENGLISH (Native speaker)
REFERENCE
Available on request.
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